The document discusses the benefits of creating classroom websites, highlighting that they allow for resource archiving, 24/7 student access, and showcase opportunities like e-portfolios. It emphasizes the role of websites in encouraging student collaboration and technology competence, while promoting responsible digital citizenship. Google Sites is recommended due to its user-friendliness and environmental advantages.

1. Glenda Morris Teacher Librarian Creating classroom websites using August 19, 2011 OLMC Heidelberg

2. Why create classroom websites? Benefits learning & teaching by: All resources (Google documents, Google spreadsheets, Google presentations, images/photos, weblinks, videos) are archived in one place Student access 24/7 Place to showcase work – ePortfolios, share work with family Potential global audience = adds extra level of engagement Alternative presentation tool Encourages students to be more competent technology users

3. Why create classroom websites? Encourages student collaboration & cooperation May empower students to become responsible authors & digital citizens Easily shared across classes Encourages collaboration & sharing b/w Domain teachers

4. Why Google Sites? FREE Easy to use – no complex HTML code or programming Environmentally friendly – saving paper http://sites.google.com

5. http://sites.google.com