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[|Mr. Steingraber's Blog] : The blogging assignment was fun and interesting. I had only heard about them prior to developing them for class, and thought it would be worth while for students and parents. The only downfall is that, for whatever reason, our school frowns on us using blogs to communicate with students. i think it has to do with a fear of students becoming involved in our personal lives, which I guess i understand. Anyways, great resource, and i think I might be able to use this site for class expectations, supply list stuff, and maybe just another way for students and parents to express class concerns/comments.

[|Using Blogs in the Classroom #1] This article give a brief overview of what blogs are in general and goes on to describe some different ideas on how they can be applied and enjoyed by not only students but all people. i like the idea of promoting a place where students and other can talk freely about varuious topics and ideas without fealing out og the loop or unqualified to participate. This whole concept just seems like a great way for people to communicate ideas and connect with one another.

[|Using Blogs in the Classroom #2] This article discusses some of the steps that a fellow teacher is taking to introduce his students to blogs and use them on an every-day basis in his class. The article goes on to describe the types of entries these kids are posting and the history of where the initiative came from and where it is headed.

[|Using Blogs in the Classroom #3] This article talk about why blogs are important to the classroom, child development, and to teachers. It discusses various topics from: "how to get started with blogging" to advantages and disadvantages to blogging. I think this article does a good job laying it all out there and helps you understand more about blogging and its role.