| Technology Integration Cruise | ||
| Ocho Rios Port of Call | ||
| Princess Cruiselines welcomes you to Ocho Rios. A dazzling canvas of blue-green mountains, and white sand beaches, Jamaica is one of the most beautiful islands in all the Caribbean. Enjoy the beauty as you investigate blogging. | ||
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| 5. Blogging | ||
| In this Port of Call you will investigate another emerging technology to determine if it is something your district/campus should consider. Weblogs provide teachers and students with the opportunity to communicate and collaborate in new and exciting ways. A blog (short for weblog) is an interactive web page where individuals can post entries, articles, links, and pictures, and ask others to join into conversations. | ||
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Begin by reading the Introduction on page 3 of the Educator’s Guide to November Learning Blogs. |
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Read
and discuss the following sections of the article entitled Successful
and Safe Educational Blogging: |
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Check out some Examples of Blogs in Education posted on Alan November's website. | |
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If time permits for a “Shore Excursion,” check out the RSS Quick Start Guide for Educators. | |
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Complete the Window Pane for this Port of Call. | |
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Complete your Reflection for this Port. | |
