For my final project I decided to do an in-depth investigation into two apps that I see frequently as a parent and as an educator, Snapchat and Roblox. I detailed my adventures into these two apps by creating a video series and posting the results on my blog, WhatsNewsWithNorman. For the first couple weeks ofContinue reading “Major Project Final Recap”
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How Easy is it to Create Your Own ROBLOX Game Using AI?
In today’s video I attempt to use ChatGPT to create my own Roblox game. Take a look and see the results!
Please let me know if you have any questions or want me to explore any other areas on Roblox!
Continue readingHow Easy Was it To Get into The Roblox 17+ Experience
In today’s video I attempt to get into the 17+ experience on Roblox. Take a look at the video and see what I had to do to get into the 17+ experience and what that looks like when you finally get in to that area! Please leave a comment or let me know if thereContinue reading “How Easy Was it To Get into The Roblox 17+ Experience”
Continue readingHow Easy Is It To Give Someone on Roblox Your Phone Number?
In my video today I am going to see how easy it is to find my son on Roblox and share information with him. Check out the video below to see if I was successful!
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Continue readingMy Journey Into the Roblox Universe!
For the second part of my major project I am going to explore Roblox. I want to look at the app through the lens of a parent and educator. As always before I get started on the app I go through the terms of service in detail. I have documented my journey through a vlogContinue reading “My Journey Into the Roblox Universe!”
Continue readingMorgan Freeman, Donald Trump, and Napoleon Dynamite Call Into a Podcast
This semester we learned about digital citizenship, deep fakes, AI, and questioned where technology is taking us. I decided to host a podcast for my summary of learning. With the use of AI and technology I was able to host a podcast that was narrated by Morgan Freeman and I had special guests call inContinue reading “Morgan Freeman, Donald Trump, and Napoleon Dynamite Call Into a Podcast”
Continue readingWhat if Everyone has a Blue Checkmark?
The prompt this week was helpful in making me self-reflect on my daily internet usage and how I analyze and validate information. I am an avid iPhone user and like it or not there is a screen time function that breaks down your daily screen time. Initially I thought I do not encounter misinformation orContinue reading “What if Everyone has a Blue Checkmark?”
Continue readingSnapchat Chronicles (Major Project Update): My 15 Day Journey Into Snapchat
Wow, how time flies! A mere 15 days ago I entered the world of Snapchat. I did not choose to download the app finally because I was peer pressured into it or finally caved to the temptation. I did this for two reasons: curiosity and forward thinking for when my kids ask to have itContinue reading “Snapchat Chronicles (Major Project Update): My 15 Day Journey Into Snapchat”
Continue readingBeware of the Location Services on Snapchat
Would you want 100’s of people knowing the exact location of your child at any given time? In this video I show you some things to be aware of when it comes to your child broadcasting their location to everyone and ways to make it safer.
Continue readingDo You Want Your Kid’s Best Friend to be a Chatbot?
Would you be concerned if your child’s best friend was an AI chatbot? Snapchat has a new feature and kid’s are turning it into their best friend. I explore the chatAI feature on Snapchat in this video.
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