Pros and Cons of Internet in the Classroom

Part 1: There are several pros and cons to using internet in the elementary classroom. Some pros include having a multitude of resources at your fingertips and having the ability to access information that you would not normally have access to. If students are completing a project and need to find pictures of their specific topic, the internet is a great place to go. Also, it will be good for students to start early in using the internet so that they will be well prepared for the years when they need it.The cons could include it being too difficult for young children to understand and they may not be able to get the full value from the activities. It could also be unsafe for children to have access to websites without extra attention.
I personally believe that the benefits outweigh the disadvantages of technology in the classroom. Children will gain a lot from differentiated instruction through use of technology. It could also be easier to adapt lessons to fit each child's needs. Depending on the abilities in the class, the teacher could have children participating in different ways. Those that are proficient in using the internet could do a more complicated lesson while those who need help would have a less intricate activity.
Part 2:
So far my favorite website that I have seen from class was webquest because it can be used by both students and teachers. Teachers can find activities and lessons online from other teachers and students can use it as a safe research tool in the classroom for various activities.