VIRTUAL COMMUNICATION & COLLABORATION

1. CHALLENGES OF NEW MEDIA

i. We will quickly discuss the importance of incorporating new media into our
classrooms, even with some of the challenges we may face

2. INTRODUCTION TO EDUBLOGS
i. This is just one of many sites to use when using blogs in the classroom

3. REASONS TO USE BLOGS

i. Several reasons to use blogs in the classroom will be discussed.
ii. Open forum for additional comments from staff

4. INCORPORATION OF BLOGS
i. Explanation of ways to use blogs.
ii. Open forum for additional ideas from staff

5. INTRO TO EDUBLOGS CONTINUED

i. Step-by-step introduction of how to get started on the edublogs website

6. STUDENT SAFETY
i. Discuss student safety when using any media tools, but specifically using
edublogs and keeping students work private

7. EDUBLOGS CONTINUED
i. Steps to get a post or discussion started
ii. Student view and steps to be taken by them
8. BENEFITS OF BLOGS
i. Discuss benefits of using blogs in the classroom

9. ADDITIONAL SITES
i. a list of other blogging sites for students

10. COMMENTS/QUESTIONS/EVALUATION
i. Time to share comments or ask questions
ii. Please complete the exit ticket before leaving the library