MMK Summer Reflections 2009

This is the first "thing." I was able to set up my own blog. I'm shocked at how easy it is to do! I never thought I would be able to have my own blogging site on the internet. I am excited about how I can teach students by using such a simple concept. It is easy and I thought it would be difficult to get started. I'm glad I have the time to devote to learning the 23 "things"since it is summer. The only worry I have for the classroom is that students may be blocked due to internet restrictions in our building. Will they be able to create their own e-mail at school if they don't have an e-mail account with google? Often students run into problems with accessing web sites due to restrictions. Hopefully, this won't be a problem. The best thing is that setting up their own blog is free and we have computers. The possibilities are endless for motivating students. They will be able to connect with text and each other by sharing and communicating what they know by using this simple strategy.