Just Say No

This weeks readings from Kist sparked some hesitation inside of me.  I have really been warming up to the idea of technology in the classroom lately, but this article had an idea that I 110% do not agree with. The topic was bringing Facebook into the classroom as a means of communication between group members and the class as a whole. I do not think Facebook is appropriate in a high school classroom, ever.  The safety precautions are great and that isn't why I find the idea inappropriate.  I personally feel that Facebook is too social and would leave students distracted in the classroom.  Most high school kids could not handle the responsibility; moreover I think it is strange that it would have the student and their teacher connecting over a social media site.  I do not think it is okay for teachers to view their students' profiles because it creates an awkward situation if the teacher were to view something that made them see the student in a new, unflattering light.  I try to avoid saying I will never do something, but I think it is safe to safe I will never bring Facebook into my classroom.