Do You Blog

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Do You Blog ??

• October 5, 2006
• 21st Century Teaching/Learning
• OCTOBERFEST
• Charlotte Wilson Suzanne Culbreth

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What is it?
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Definitions

• Blog A web log.
• Blogger Someone who creates and maintains a
  blog.
• Blogging The process of creating and maintaining
  a web log.
• Blogsphere/Blogosphere The totality of blogs a
  community or social network of blogs.
• Blogroll A list of a bloggers favorite blogs,
  usually placed on the side of that bloggers blog.

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Why should I use blogging with my students?

• Pedagogical Reasons
• Seeing students as web contributors
• Opening the doors of the classroom into the
  world
• Developing responsible communication skills
• Engagements
• Promotes creativity, intuitive/reflective
  thinking
• Provides tool for communication interaction
• Offers an authentic audience

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Are there safety concerns?
YES !
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Blogging Safely

• Charlottes Letter
• Suzannes E-mail
• Hints
• Include parents / administrators
• Involve students in setting guidelines
• Discuss rules up front (dont wait for crisis)
• Consider moderating comments

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Do You Blog ??

• October 5, 2006
• 21st Century Teaching/Learning
• OCTOBERFEST
• Charlotte Wilson Suzanne Culbreth

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