Group+09+Activity+4

**__ Activity 4: Social Networking __** http://www.edmodo.com

__Overview:__ > __Digital Learning Resource:__
 * Students will create a real social networking profile using **edmodo.com.**
 * Internet connection to gain access to edmodo.com
 * preferably an internet connection at home as well to fully participate, as this will be an ongoing activity throughout the year, to allow for teacher-student and student-student communication

__Materials:__
 * Students will need individual access to a computer

__Lesson Outline:__ >
 * Students will use this profile to communicate with their classmates and teachers about assignments, questions and other interesting facts they may have, as they continue to do research on their plants, and environmental activities.
 * Students will use their "Edmodo" profile throughout the year to stay in contact with classmates and teachers outside of school, etc.

**Step 1: Students will sign up for a profile by clicking on "I'm a Student."**




 * Step 2: Students will use the group code "r3x5h3" and fill out appropriate information.**




 * Step 3: Students will see "Recent Replies" when they first enter. This is where the teacher and other students may post replies to**
 * posts that you add.**




 * Step 4: Students can view "Assignments" that the teacher posts. You are also able to upload and submit completed assignments.**






 * Step 5: Students will click on "Account" in the top right hand corner, and then click "Settings."**




 * Step 6: Students will choose a picture from the given list of pictures below.**




 * Step 7: After choosing a picture, you will click "Save Personal Info."**


 * Step 8: Next, students may add "How you like to learn..." by clicking on the option that applies to them.**




 * Step 8: Students may then "Select your career goal..." by clicking on the option that applies to them, then choosing the appropriate career.**




 * Step 9: Lastly, to personalize your profile students may select a favourite quote of their choice - from the list given.**




 * Step 10: To use this social networking site, students may ask questions to particular students, the teacher, or the whole class by creating**
 * a "Post" and sending it to whom they prefer.**






 * Step 11: Students may comment on other classmates posts to help answer questions.**




 * Step 12: View assignments that the teacher may add.**


 * Step 13: Submit assignments online by the given due date, ask questions, or make a comment about the particular assignment.**




 * Step 14: Use your "Edmodo" profile throughout the year to stay in contact with classmates and teachers outside of school, etc.**