Twitter
I think the students that I teach are on their phones so much already, I am not sure I want to encourage them to be on them even more. I do understand how it could benefit a classroom situation but having something class related like that, almost gives them free reign to use their phones whenever and however they want during class.
I don't think the suggestion in this course to incorporate a class Twitter feed is meant to have the students on their cell phones using the feed DURING class. I think it's being suggested as an additional way to connect to our students using technology outside of class hours.
I agree with David, students 'know' when they should and shouldn't be on their mobile devices.
David,
Yes, you are correct. In class I do suggest polling apps and the like, when appropriate and of course when it fits into the schools acceptable use policy.
Best,
Theresa Schmitt
