Reflections about online teaching: online interaction

I don't love the internet.  I'm 44, so I went all the way through high school without using the internet much.  I remember using email for the first time my freshman year in college.

I have a Spanish verb conjugation book from grad school that I much prefer to using anything online.  I actually purchased the updated digital version but it's clunky to navigate on my Kindle.  I much prefer the paper version. 

I don't trust the internet.  My parents are very cautious with anything online.  They don't use social media at all.

I use Facebook for connecting with friends and family.  I use Twitter for professional development and entertainment if I'm honest.

Twitter is useful for reaching out to other Spanish instructors.  I also find good authentic Spanish resources on Twitter.  

I'm very careful online.  I don't post anything I don't want on the 6PM news.  I don't want to embarrass my parents--many of their friends are friends of mine online.

I much prefer face to face interaction with friends.  

Using online shopping isn't my favorite.  I like to touch fabrics if I'm clothes shopping.  I end up returning more items online than when I shop in person.

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