Blogs
Who is using blogging for teaching?
At-Risk Students
Language Arts
Journal Writing
Reader Response
Research Compiling
Ease to Check Sources
Creates a Class Community
Classroom Interaction
Ease to Share Sources
Ease of Formative Assessment
When do teachers use blogs?
Collaboration of the Classroom
Communication of the Classroom
World Connections
Creativity
Layouts
Direction of Entry
Digital Portfolios
What is a blog?
Web Log
Post are in Reverse Chronological Order
Diary/Journal
Instant Online Publishing
Allows Feedback and Comments
Gives Voice
Primarily Text
Why are blogs useful?
Develops Skills
Thnking Skills
Analytical Skills
Communication Skills
Student/Teacher Response
Clear and Concise
Respectful
Can Show Progress
Comparison of Earlier and Later Post Quality
Shows Understanding of Material or Topic at Hand