REFLECTION on VI: social, ethical, legal & human issues

In order for technology to be beneficial rather than harmful, it is vital for teachers to understand the ethical side of websites, blogs, Web Quests and the like. As an educator, it is important to educate students on the laws- from copyright to social- of which effect them and of which they could inflict on others. I use various websites to teach ethical laws as well as PowerPoints on SlideShare.com which introduce such regulations and issues. Concerning diverse backgrounds, students are encouraged to study artists from different cultures around the world from Diego Rivera to Georgia O'keefe to Jacob Lawrence. All students participate in all art lessons both hands-on and utilizing technology...Lessons are either simplified or expanded upon according to individual needs.