1. What makes a good blog?
I think a good blog is visually appealing, has meaningful content, is easy to navigate and offers links to other blogs and related websites.
2. How could blogs enhance my existing school web presence?
I would really like to use a blog more effectively in my own teaching practice. Our school is moving to a building wide mobile 1:1 program next year. Having multiple ways to connect and communicate with students will be essential in a 21st century classroom. I just need to get on the train.
3. Are blogs an easy way to self publish?
Yes, I think they are a very easy way to get started. When looking at other blogs, I discovered that there are quite a few that have branched out into offering professional development, independent courses for people to take, sales of art objects, etc. It is probably what I should be spending some more time on if I want to stay relevant. I wonder though, in looking at the frequency of postings by the really good bloggers, I wonder if they ever get outside or enjoy life outside of their laptop? I know personally, I sometimes feel like my technology is turning into an appendage as it is, without devoting serious attention to blogging or maintaining social media. How do you find a happy medium? That is probably one of the big questions of this decade.
This blog is a place for me to record my assignments for a teacher leadership course called "Teacher as Learner" offered through the Kent ISD.
September,
ReplyDeleteI love your blog pics! I am looking forward to the day that I feel comfortable with the technology and APPLY it to my work. Finding a balance is key. Please share when you get it figured out! I am most excited about the simplicity of the reflection portion of a blog. I know that many students want to share and reflect and the blogging can give them all equal opportunity.