Questions to D & E - Natalie Michelich

 

• D.  Locate and list two examples of educational blogs that are created by teachers, schools or educational organizations for teachers, students or parents.   What is the purpose of each, and why did you choose these? 
• Edutopia by the George Lucas Educational Foundation: I found this blog and I like that it has different writers, from teachers to professors. As a general education blog, the idea of having multiple educators be able to publish their thoughts and experiences is a great place for people to learn more about the education field. However, this blog does seem broad and not specific to grade or subjects.
• Kathy Schrock's Guide to Everything: This blog still seems broad, however, it is all posted from one author - Kathy. Within her blog, the topics and posts are neatly organized. She also has an emphasis on technology in the classroom, which is great for modern teachers to keep up with. 
• E. How could you use blogging in teaching? I never thought of teachers being bloggers before. Thinking more about it though, it makes sense. For an experienced teacher, blogging could be a way to mentor new teachers world wide. Teachers could also use a blog for their students to work in. Whether it is composing a class blog, or simply a website for students to follow. I think having a personalized classroom blog could benefit students. There could be resources for assignments as well as everyday life. Blogging for parents could be another form of educational blogging. Having a classroom blog for your parents to have a better look at curriculum and the classroom's day to day life could be helpful.