Blogger

Blog is short for weblog. A weblog is a journal (or newsletter) that is frequently updated and intended for general public consumption. Blogs generally represent the personality of the author or the Web site. Google Blogger - [|http://blogger.com] (example of personal blog: [|http://bettsberm.blogspot.com]) [|Student blogging from Bud the Teacher] [|As a teacher page] [|As Discussion (not Blogger)] > Allows them to interact with their peers more quickly than a journal >  blogs are attractive because they require little effort to maintain. > The work is provided by students. > Prolong discussions that have been cut short, or question-and-answer periods. > "You can react to what they say immediately, and students can respond to each other > > School districts have guidelines and acceptable use policies (AUP) regarding the use of school and division-wide computer networks and the Internet. These terms and conditions identify acceptable online behavior and access privileges. Policies regarding the displaying of any student work must be adhered to strictly. Take the necessary steps to secure parental permission before using the blog in a participatory manner. > > Blogs may be viewed publicly, as any other Web site. Students must be trained on issues regarding access, privacy, security, and free expression. As blogs have no publisher, producer, or editor, students must carefully consider the content of postings to avoid anything defamatory, libelous, or an infringement upon the rights of others. > > Blogs are created by individuals for various and assorted purposes. Content should be recognized as the opinion of the blogger, and, therefore, may not necessarily be factual. > **Preparing Students for Blogging**
 * WHY BLOG?
 * Interaction:**
 * Simplicity:**
 * Student/Participant-Centered:**
 * Extend Learning:**
 * Immediate Feedback and Digital Accessibility:**
 * Be AWARE!
 * Determine that all students' AUPs are in place and up to date.
 * Inform parents of procedures and secure parental permission.
 * Teach students safe, acceptable, and sensible behavior as online authors and readers.
 * Review policies and guidelines pertaining to student access.
 * Teach the non-posting rules of no complete names, e-mail accounts, or references to reveal location.
 * Set clear expectations regarding tone, respect, and consequences.(glencoe.com)[|Example of students forming and editing rules before starting to Blog.]