Hello and Welcome!
I'm John McCullough, your instructor. This is a sample blog. Currently, I am teaching two online courses... ED 517 and ED 620. This week, and this week only, both classes will be working on Blogs. Therefore, you may be sharing posts and comments with folks in your class or in the "other" class.
For ED 517 and ED 620, you will create a professional blog using Blogger. The main purpose of this Blog will be to provide some insight into possible uses of Blogs in your future professional career.
What are Blogs?
A blog is described as an online application used to share personal expressions, in some ways like a diary. It is similar to having a web page but much easier to create and more personal. Blogs can also be used to link to resources and communicate with others through various features of the application. You will have an opportunity to explore some examples of blogs in this module that will help you to better understand their capabilities.
Why Use Blogs?
Blogs help students to make connections with one other and the instructor as well as provide them with alternate media to express their learning experiences. Blogs also provide the students with opportunities to write and reflect on their learning.
That's all for now. Add comments if you choose, but definitely explore the Blogging Phenomenon!
~ your prof, John
1 comment:
I completely see where you are coming from. Blogs can be an excellent tool for teachers to use. I'm really glad that you've introduced us to them. Are there any sites where you can create a educational blog that isn't so structured? For example I'd like to add tables, be able to arrange text and pictures more, and have more options for color schemes and backgrounds. I figured if anyone would know you would. Thanks.
-Alyssa
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