i think using blogs in my classroom would be very beneficial for many reasons. probably more reasons than i am thinking of right now. but here are some:
1) some people express themselves better through writing than through oral communication. i am one of those people! i think some students would feel more comfortable and appreciate very much having an option of posting questions on a blog.
2) this really fits with how kids use technology today. it is almost a natural progression for teachers to use blogs. i think kids always respond well when technology is incorporated. they spend so much time on computers but now i can utilize that strength for the sake of their education.
3) i can do a lot of activities through blogs. for instance i could post a math video on my site and have kids respond for a homework assignment. this will vary the type of assignments kids get and off a change of pace to the standard textbook assignments.
4) this would be a great way to tutor or just answer questions students have while studying. very convenient for students who have quick questions.
with all of this being said i would have to think more carefully how to actually implement this blog in my classroom. theres always the issue of a student not having a computer. maybe ill use one class as a trial run.
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