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Villano, M (2008, September). Text unto others . . . as you would have them text unto you. Retrieved October 8, 2008, from T.H.E. Journal Web site: http://www.thejournal.com/articles/23225_6

I really enjoyed reading the articl entitled "Text Unto Others…As You Would Have Them Text Unto You,” written by Matt Villano. The article discusses issues with the younger generation using technology and how teachers and parents need to informed children about the do's and don'ts of the internet (virtual world). When posting anything it is up there for the world to see. Although a child may only be playing around with a statement that statement can be read all across for everyone to read. Another important topic children need to know about the internet is that music like everything else not does not come free. Although it may be free to download on the internet that is a wrong doing and is considered stealing just as if you were in a store.

1. What are "cyber nights" and how may they help?
"cyber nights" are held to keep parents informed on the correct and legal way of using tools on the internet. Cyber nights can help inform people correctly so that they may in turn teach the younger generation the rights and wrongs.
2. How can teachers help improve virtual manners?
As a teacher setting a good example and being (like always) a good role model can only help improve the ways students go about using the internet.