Using Classroom Websites to Connect with Parents

While working on creating a website this week I thought about the practicalities of using one for my classroom. A site can be easily designed using google sites or other design options. I think that having a classroom web site will help give parents the basic information they need, allow them to feel more in touch with the classroom and save on resources (paper, copy ink). It is also a great way for students to learn about using websites in a positive way.

As far as web site design I found google sites to be a good free resource. I have used other options such as wordpress and phpbb boards which gives you more options but also requires a little more experience in using. I did find google sites interesting to use primarily because there were things I knew I could do but didn't know where to find it.

Overall I think exposing students to the proper use of websites is very important and having a classroom website is a great way to demonstrate that. It is also a great way to communicate with parents. Homework assignments and classroom projects can be posted so that everyone have the same information in an easy accessible way.