Week 8 Task 2 Debrief

My website choice for Task 2 is "SchoolFront"  www.schoolfront.com/overview.aspx

Before I started my search, I tried to put myself into the role of a teacher.  I thought about what I would need to help me keep efficient records on my students, their attendance, their grades, and their classwork.  With so much to do as a teacher, I need a system that is easy to use throughout the day.  I especially wanted a system that is user friendly and in case of a "system melt down" I can get tech support right away.

When first entering the SchoolFront website, navigating the overview homepage for information was so easy, I knew that this is the tool I would use in my classroom.  The program addressed my needs for classroom management and I especially like the Parent Student Portal.  Parents can view classwork, assignments, turn in homework see attendance and discipline records and contact the teacher for any concerns they may have.  And upon purchasing the software, SchoolFront provides a comprehensive tech support system to be available as quickly as possible.

I typically start my search for websites by typing key words into Google Search and reviewing the list of sites that appear.  If I am not satisfied, I type in different key words and review the next list that appears.  I keep 2 or 3 websites "on tab' to review and compare, adding and deleting until I come to a decision.  One improvement I would make is being able to keep my 2 or 3 websites "in open windows" rather than "on tab".  It would be easier to compare and review the different websites.

Althea Rodrigues