The internet is a big part of our daily lives but it is often difficult to think of educational activities within the classroom using this technology. What's even more difficult is how this is implemented in a manageable way that supports student learning effectively.

Technology in the classroom gives opportunities to teachers and students. Classes now have access to various resources and information in just one click. The role of the educator has evolved. Now they are charged with giving the necessary support to students. The internet is something that can complement and assist teachers in the communication of knowledge in and outside of the classroom.

The Internet in the Classroom

For these educational activities to be successful, we want to share some of our tips for teachers!

1. Behavior

The online environment is filled with information. This in itself creates a difficulty of its own. The task of a teacher to answer questions and guide students through the endless reams of content can become difficult. It is important that the teacher assumes the position of leader and collaborator at the same time and with their students, discover and build an insight about the content that is on the curriculum.

2. Motivation

In online educational activities, motivation is key for teachers and students to be successful. Students should know that they are working independently and need to take co-responsibility for results and activities. The teacher's role at this time is to motivate, encourage, collect and guide students so that their tasks are delivered on time.

3. Technical Problems

Technical problems will always exist. It is important that before any activity commences, the teacher understands the platform used. Educators should be able to answer basic questions and help students that may feel lost as the lesson progresses. Technical problems are a major reason for withdrawal in students, therefore is is important to ensure support is always available.

Educational Activity Tips

Students do not always like or engage with course material. The internet can be a useful way to hold their attention and stimulate all students in the learning process.

1 Video: Channels like YouTube offer thousands of videos that can be used as examples in classes like History or Spanish. They also work well as dynamic inserts or short documentaries related to the subject topic and help in memorizing the content.

2 Social Networks: Whilst not always popular in education. Study groups, examples for discussion, information pages and learning communities can be allies in interaction outside the classroom.

3 Online platforms: Different tools, games and activities using online platforms are a great way to teach without using the book and blackboard method.

4 Interesting Websites:. Many websites can provide rich sources of information to support subject materials, for example, use the National Geographic or NASA website for Science or Geography lessons.

Check out the "How to Study Guide Series" that we created with educational activities by subject. Inspire yourself and bring the internet to your classroom!

The content has been compiled from various articles published here on the ExamTime blog, but has been adapted for easier reading and sharing.

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