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Lynne JonesUsing Blogs to Enhance Learning – Some Helpful Tips
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At Openeducation.net, we have taken a definitive stance regarding the use of web 2.0 tools. In our view, educators should look to put these tools into action whenever it is appropriate to do so -
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Using Blogs to Enhance Learning – Some Helpful Tips
by Thomas
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Because blogging can enhance the ability of students to self-reflect and process concepts, the use of a blog in the classroom can only be implemented when there are “concepts for students to think through, various resources and content segments to process, or ideas to construct.” Reynard notes “there must be a certain amount of content preparation” prior to implementing any blogging practices within the classroom.
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teachers need to be clear that a blog is an individualized tool for one learner. Yes, students can leave comments on a colleague’s blog that represent a reflection of the material presented. But if a teacher is seeking reactions from a collective group the tool to use would be a wiki or a discussion forum. In essence, teachers must select the proper tool for the task.
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blogs can be used to encourage students to summarize what they have learned as well as for comparing and contrasting various aspects of what they have internalized. As students begin to articulate their thoughts blogs can help them feel a sense of empowerment as they develop their own voice.
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blogs can therefore lay out the entire “learning journey” students have been on, helping them become more reflective about the learning process.
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Also, teachers need to be clear that a blog is an individualized tool for one
learner. Yes, students can leave comments on a colleague’s blog that represent a
reflection of the material presented. But if a teacher is seeking reactions from
a collective group the tool to use would be a wiki or a discussion forum. In
essence, teachers must select the proper tool for the task.
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12 Oct 08
Gary BertoiaOne such option would be to use blogs to enhance the learning environment for students. Over at Campus Technology, readers will find an in-depth post on the use of blogs in the classroom that seeks to ensure proper implementation of the tool with students.
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10 Oct 08
Christy TuckerTips for using blogs as learning tools, including making sure they are actually the right tool for the task, using blogs to record the "learning journey" and reflect, and using appropriate assessment.
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