Reflections on Using TeacherWeb

1. Describe at least 2 ways that the use of a class web site like TeacherWeb could be used to support your future teaching. Provide some specific details for each example.

Two very helpful things that I could see myself using TeacherWeb for are keeping all homework assignments and due dates in a single place, and allowing parents to access their students' grades online. In the Class Calendar section of the TeacherWeb site the I created, I came up with some example homework assignments that I might assign, and gave the day that they were due. This would be helpful for students who might not be as organized, and may need reminders for project due dates and the like. The Class Grades section of the site would allow parents and students alike to access their current grades and assignment scores using their student ID number. This would allow parents who are concerned about their student's progress to see exactly what their child is missing, and to help keep their child on track. Since the grades are already online, it would not require extra time or effort on the teacher or parent's part.


2. Identify 2 ways students could use a class web site like TeacherWeb to enhance their learning. Provide some details for each way identified.

For some students, it is very difficult for many students to find resources that are freely available to them that will help them with their studies. Doing a web search of "homework help" brings up a slew of results, only a few of which may be at all helpful. With the Web Resources page on the TeacherWeb site, teachers can direct students to websites that will help them with specific concepts in relation to the class. Also, if a student misses school for some amount of time or loses an important piece of paper, it is easy for them to check the Class Handouts section of the website and be caught up with the materials and information that were provided in class. Instead of having to wait and catch up all at once, a student that is absent or disorganized can easily keep up with the rest of the class without additional accommodation.