In the first book, FableHaven ( Mull) Kendra and Seth have to go to stay with their Grandparents during a long vacation that is being taken by their parents. Their Grandfather has a hidden refuge called Fablehaven. This refuge is full of magic, fantastic plants, faeries and strange creatures. Kendra and Seth think they are safe, but really they are not. Of course they don't follow Grandfathers rules, and bad things start to happen. Powerful forces are unleashed , They have to figure out a way to save themselves . I'm not finished yet , but I think this series will be liked by a lot of students who are onto fantasy and fantastic adventures. I got the first three so if they go out a bit I will order more in the series.
Monday, December 12, 2016
Thursday, December 8, 2016
Digital De-Cluttering
I spent time eliminating and compressing physical files from my file cabinets. But now I want to do something about my computer files and desktop. So I will look at the documents and important items that I have in my work computer and zip drives. If I can't find files I need quickly that I know it is time to organized and eliminate. So I am slowly ( 10 to 15 minutes a day) de- cluttering and organizing my computer and zip files so I can find things when I need them.
On my hard drive at work each teacher has a U drive,where all of our files live. Since the beginning of the year I have been slowly looking at files and eliminating duplicates. I have also created folders and put items into files that go together. I look at each time to determine if I need it ( almost like the physical de-cluttering) I deleted what I could . What I thought I should save but might not need immediately I sent to ma zip drive. At a later date I will print out what is on that zip drive so I know what is on it and do not have to open it to determine what is on it.
On my hard drive at work each teacher has a U drive,where all of our files live. Since the beginning of the year I have been slowly looking at files and eliminating duplicates. I have also created folders and put items into files that go together. I look at each time to determine if I need it ( almost like the physical de-cluttering) I deleted what I could . What I thought I should save but might not need immediately I sent to ma zip drive. At a later date I will print out what is on that zip drive so I know what is on it and do not have to open it to determine what is on it.
Tuesday, December 6, 2016
Advocating for Libraries
How can we be sure that our library funding and programs will be continued? How can we be sure that administration and board will not eliminate a position or or assign a fixed schedule? ( Believe me , it has happened!)
We must advocate for out libraries for our students to ensure that what have presently continues and grows. So first of all we need to build relationships with both staff, and administration, then also the community. How can we help teachers in their goals of instructing students and leading them to learning? Get out and talk, ask questions, help develop lessons and learning activities.
Most importantly we need to advocate and show how libraries and librarians benefit students. Can they access the newest literature and information sources? Can the librarian collaborate with teachers to bring information literacy into research projects? Can librarians assist students in finding sources and information they need/ So we need to be thinking of ways we can serve students and teachers to enhance student learning. Keep this in mind when you determine your most important tasks.
Please comment below what you do best to advocate and work toward serving students and staff.
We must advocate for out libraries for our students to ensure that what have presently continues and grows. So first of all we need to build relationships with both staff, and administration, then also the community. How can we help teachers in their goals of instructing students and leading them to learning? Get out and talk, ask questions, help develop lessons and learning activities.
Most importantly we need to advocate and show how libraries and librarians benefit students. Can they access the newest literature and information sources? Can the librarian collaborate with teachers to bring information literacy into research projects? Can librarians assist students in finding sources and information they need/ So we need to be thinking of ways we can serve students and teachers to enhance student learning. Keep this in mind when you determine your most important tasks.
Please comment below what you do best to advocate and work toward serving students and staff.
Sunday, November 27, 2016
Weekly Reading
I just finished Homecoming (Voigt) and it was excellent! What a difference when you have several days off like the Thanksgiving break. I wondered how it would turn out and I was very satisfied at the ending with the Grandma. The little family of 4 went through a lot together and not a thing was easy, butt they stuck together ! How they traveled was truly amazing and most of the time they were very resourceful. I am hoping that there is another book to say what happens next but I will have to check that out.
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Physical de-cluttering ( Part 2)
Another thing that is easily de-clutter is your file cabinet. Why should you do this? Well for starters if you had any excess files in your office , they need a place to go. Secondly, if your cabinets are overstuffed, you will not be able to access what you need to get out without getting frustrated.
First thing to look for is duplicate files, either files with the exact same name or files that look similar with slightly different topics on their tab. Take them out and go through them.If you have duplicates , put one of the contents in recycling.
The second thing is to grab a handful of files ( maybe 5 or 6 at a time) and ask yourself the same questions as you did for getting your files into the cabinets ( see blog post from Nov ) If you spend 10 to 15 minutes a day on this you can have your file cabinets in order and with room for new files.
I find the end of the day is a great time to do this because by that time I am winding down, and it gets something done without being a major brain drain.
First thing to look for is duplicate files, either files with the exact same name or files that look similar with slightly different topics on their tab. Take them out and go through them.If you have duplicates , put one of the contents in recycling.
The second thing is to grab a handful of files ( maybe 5 or 6 at a time) and ask yourself the same questions as you did for getting your files into the cabinets ( see blog post from Nov ) If you spend 10 to 15 minutes a day on this you can have your file cabinets in order and with room for new files.
I find the end of the day is a great time to do this because by that time I am winding down, and it gets something done without being a major brain drain.
Saturday, November 19, 2016
December Bulletin Boards for Libraies
December is almost around the corner so it is time to start thinking of new bulletin boards. I like to plan ahead so I start now to figure out what I will put up. I usually keep my bulletin boards from year to year, So many times I can just pull on out and put it up. I do not put the same one up each year- I alternate.
December Bulletin Boards Slogans
Seasons Readings - Put a wreath in the middle with students favorites all around. I use scanned covers.
LOL- Place large letters in the center, Place names or covers of books jokes and riddles.
Mittens- make large mittens out of construction paper, Have students write their favorite books on the mitten. Slogan: Keep Warm With Great Books
Battle of the Books: Place photos of teams on the board with Team names and date of competition.
Books Are Gifts You Give Yourselves.
December Bulletin Boards Slogans
Seasons Readings - Put a wreath in the middle with students favorites all around. I use scanned covers.
LOL- Place large letters in the center, Place names or covers of books jokes and riddles.
Mittens- make large mittens out of construction paper, Have students write their favorite books on the mitten. Slogan: Keep Warm With Great Books
Battle of the Books: Place photos of teams on the board with Team names and date of competition.
Books Are Gifts You Give Yourselves.
Tuesday, November 15, 2016
De-cluttering your physical office
Okay , lets say you piles of files in your office. Are they all in your file cabinets or are they in boxes on the floor or under the work table.( That's where mine were!)Decide to de- clutter your office - your brain and eyes will thank you!
Grab a bunch of files . Take 10 to 15 minutes at a time. Look at each file to determine: How important is the material? Will you need it this year or maybe next year? Is it an activity or program that you do on an every other year basis? Do you not want to do that activity/lesson ever again?
If the answer is that you'll use the information / papers this year , then keep the contents of the file. Make sure it is properly marked , place the file in alphabetic in the correct file cabinet.( See The Organized Librarian handbook for my other ideas on filing)
If the file is not needed this year but maybe next year then take one or two copies of what is in the file for ones that are lessons) and put the rest in recycling or use as scrap paper ( print out needed emails ,or cut up to use for notes)
And if you have file that you do not need and will never use again, or are duplicates of what you have in your drawer then put the materials in recycling!! There -in 10 to 15 minutes you have organized more files and have gotten rid of items you do not need!
Grab a bunch of files . Take 10 to 15 minutes at a time. Look at each file to determine: How important is the material? Will you need it this year or maybe next year? Is it an activity or program that you do on an every other year basis? Do you not want to do that activity/lesson ever again?
If the answer is that you'll use the information / papers this year , then keep the contents of the file. Make sure it is properly marked , place the file in alphabetic in the correct file cabinet.( See The Organized Librarian handbook for my other ideas on filing)
If the file is not needed this year but maybe next year then take one or two copies of what is in the file for ones that are lessons) and put the rest in recycling or use as scrap paper ( print out needed emails ,or cut up to use for notes)
And if you have file that you do not need and will never use again, or are duplicates of what you have in your drawer then put the materials in recycling!! There -in 10 to 15 minutes you have organized more files and have gotten rid of items you do not need!
Sunday, November 13, 2016
Weekly Reading
This week I am reading Miss Peregrines Home for Peculiar Children ( Riggs) I am about halfway through and can see why it was a NYT best seller. It is peculiar ( especially the characters and the setting) .As I read I want to find out what will happen next and what the conclusion will be.
I 'll want to see the movie and even read the next two. We just got them in the library and I am hoping the students will pick them up after they've seen the movie ad read the first book.
I 'll want to see the movie and even read the next two. We just got them in the library and I am hoping the students will pick them up after they've seen the movie ad read the first book.
Friday, November 11, 2016
Tuesday, November 8, 2016
Library Signs
Recently I purchased new Dewey Decimal signs for the middle school library.( from Demco) They are wordle( word cloud) designs so look modern .The signs are much more sophisticated than the one ones that had been hanging there for many years according to my library assistant,
I needed a few more and did try to do a wordle but they came out way to busy and hard to read. So I just made a simple black text on white for the ones I needed. But now I am thinking of doing them over on read paper to make them pop against the wood and the other signs, Demco's are black and since our colors are red and black I think it would be great!
I needed a few more and did try to do a wordle but they came out way to busy and hard to read. So I just made a simple black text on white for the ones I needed. But now I am thinking of doing them over on read paper to make them pop against the wood and the other signs, Demco's are black and since our colors are red and black I think it would be great!
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
Accelerated Reading at the Middle School
My Assistant Principal at the middle school ia former ELA Teacher . He is a proponent of The Accelerated Reading program and has gotten a plan for each student! So now we are working on a program on how we will carry out and promote it to the students and teachers.
I surveyed the ELA teachers to see how they would like it used. I was surprised by the answers. The seventh grade team wanted to use it as a reading motivation and did not want it tied to grades. ( like a reading reward program similar to my fall into reading challenge that I am currently doing) The 8th grade team thought they might like it tied to the grades but then changed their mind.
So I think we are going to go with the reading motivation theme and it will be run though then library which is logical and also helpful because then I will not have to do anymore challenges , just help keep track of the students who are doing the most AR!
What do you do at your school ( especially Middle School) for accelerated Reading? Leave your ideas and comments below please!
I surveyed the ELA teachers to see how they would like it used. I was surprised by the answers. The seventh grade team wanted to use it as a reading motivation and did not want it tied to grades. ( like a reading reward program similar to my fall into reading challenge that I am currently doing) The 8th grade team thought they might like it tied to the grades but then changed their mind.
So I think we are going to go with the reading motivation theme and it will be run though then library which is logical and also helpful because then I will not have to do anymore challenges , just help keep track of the students who are doing the most AR!
What do you do at your school ( especially Middle School) for accelerated Reading? Leave your ideas and comments below please!
Sunday, October 30, 2016
Weekly Reading
Every week , I pick at least one book to read from my middle school collection.Sometimes it's a brand new book, other times it's just one that catches my eye and I think looks good. I want to be able to recommend books to the students and also know whats in my collection.
I am reading Phillipa Gregory's Changeling. Actually I had read it before , but now I am reading to determine if we should get the then next one in this series- I am thinking I already read the next one because I have read all of her books as they are interesting and a great read.
Short summary: Luca ( age 17) is recruited to record the end of times across
Europe. Isolde ( also 17)is trapped in a nunnery, following her dead fathers wishes. Luca is sent to the nunnery to investigate some strange occurrence.
I am reading Phillipa Gregory's Changeling. Actually I had read it before , but now I am reading to determine if we should get the then next one in this series- I am thinking I already read the next one because I have read all of her books as they are interesting and a great read.
Short summary: Luca ( age 17) is recruited to record the end of times across
Europe. Isolde ( also 17)is trapped in a nunnery, following her dead fathers wishes. Luca is sent to the nunnery to investigate some strange occurrence.
Wednesday, October 26, 2016
November Bulletin Board Ideas
November Bulletin Board Ideas:
Elect to read!
Children's Book Week,
Don't be a turkey, Read!
Be Thankful for great books.
What are you Thankful for?
Gobble up these great books - turkey with book covers of book chosen by you or students
Pick a winner- football theme
Monday, October 24, 2016
Photos of my desk
On the right- my daily planner book, my librarian notebook and manuals for my library circ programs. My basket is used to put important files and papers.That is my "To Do File"
Right hand side- my weekly files with projects I am working on, also meeting files, budget files, and files used daily or weekly!
The whole thing - How I leave it almost every night!
Right hand side- my weekly files with projects I am working on, also meeting files, budget files, and files used daily or weekly!
The whole thing - How I leave it almost every night!
Monday, October 17, 2016
For Librarians- my office desk
On my desk there is are two file sorters because I do not have a file cabinet on my desk. These are items use on a daily and weekly basis. Every thing else is in my file cabinet or will be in my file cabinet when I get my filing supplies.
In the front of one file sorter I have my to do file.In that there are items that I need to work on . I also have a to file folder, and also a to read file which is full of items to read.
Then I have several folders of things I am working on . I really like to focus on one project at a time- I feel that is the best way to get tasks accomplished. But there are a few things ( like my monthly report and my monthly newsletter that I work on a little at a time , staring in the middle of the month).
So for right now I have a book club folder- my first meeting was last week and I have two more this week. After that I will move that folder until I need it. It have a folder with my budget work in it - because that is something that I will use until my money is spent.
In another stack sorter, I have my plan book, my " important papers" note book and also printed manuals about my circ system and other items that I refer to on a daily basis.
This keeps my desk clean and organized. I know where everything is and I can pullout what I need when need itl
In the front of one file sorter I have my to do file.In that there are items that I need to work on . I also have a to file folder, and also a to read file which is full of items to read.
Then I have several folders of things I am working on . I really like to focus on one project at a time- I feel that is the best way to get tasks accomplished. But there are a few things ( like my monthly report and my monthly newsletter that I work on a little at a time , staring in the middle of the month).
So for right now I have a book club folder- my first meeting was last week and I have two more this week. After that I will move that folder until I need it. It have a folder with my budget work in it - because that is something that I will use until my money is spent.
In another stack sorter, I have my plan book, my " important papers" note book and also printed manuals about my circ system and other items that I refer to on a daily basis.
This keeps my desk clean and organized. I know where everything is and I can pullout what I need when need itl
Wednesday, October 12, 2016
Teaching with Primary Sources: Historical Photographs
Teaching with photographs( primary sources) motivates and encourages students to ask good questions and will eventually lead to higher order thinking. Primary Source photographs inspire students to think about the past an relate it to their life today.
As educators we need to determine questions about each photograph. Students will need to study and investigate the photograph to locate information and think of an answer to a question.
This will bring an emphasis on inquiry learning with encourages learns to observe, analyze, and form their own ideas on the primary source, This also helps them build knowledge.
More information will follow about the Library Of Congress website - check this out for Primary Sources useful for American History.
https://memory.loc.gov/ammem/index.html
As educators we need to determine questions about each photograph. Students will need to study and investigate the photograph to locate information and think of an answer to a question.
This will bring an emphasis on inquiry learning with encourages learns to observe, analyze, and form their own ideas on the primary source, This also helps them build knowledge.
More information will follow about the Library Of Congress website - check this out for Primary Sources useful for American History.
https://memory.loc.gov/ammem/index.html
Friday, October 7, 2016
Reading Posters from the library!
I will be working with my art teacher to produce reading posters. The poster will be a montage of students reading in different locations ( maybe even at their homes with their pets or siblings??) I would like to make a couple for each floor and perhaps even doubles of some of the photos.
The art teacher is going to mount them on poster board. We will come up with a catchy slogan- perhaps more than one.
I am hoping to show how many students like reading and do read. I am open to students reading newspapers, comics, or magazines. I will also catch students reading text books, signs, and posters. This will be a great way to showcase reading at the middle School or on any level/.
The art teacher is going to mount them on poster board. We will come up with a catchy slogan- perhaps more than one.
I am hoping to show how many students like reading and do read. I am open to students reading newspapers, comics, or magazines. I will also catch students reading text books, signs, and posters. This will be a great way to showcase reading at the middle School or on any level/.
Wednesday, October 5, 2016
Library Calendar of classes and activiites.
I just finished this posting my library calendar on the school library's website. It was there before but not up to date or very visible to the staff. What I did was place the link to the calendar in the middle of the main page.
On the calendar, I have posted the classes that will be in the library for that week. This way teacher can look at the calendar and see if the library is open for students to come and check out books or be sent to do computer work or research. Also teachers can look at it and plan when to bring students or have students work on projects.
Many times during the course of the week, I am into classrooms and or in the lab helping students do research so this is also helpful to know if I am there or not. My assistant is not always there , so I may find a way to indicate that information.
I then sent a mass email to staff and told them about where the link was to the calendar. I am hoping this will also serve as a reminder that they can reserve the library and it resources for their classwork.
On the calendar, I have posted the classes that will be in the library for that week. This way teacher can look at the calendar and see if the library is open for students to come and check out books or be sent to do computer work or research. Also teachers can look at it and plan when to bring students or have students work on projects.
Many times during the course of the week, I am into classrooms and or in the lab helping students do research so this is also helpful to know if I am there or not. My assistant is not always there , so I may find a way to indicate that information.
I then sent a mass email to staff and told them about where the link was to the calendar. I am hoping this will also serve as a reminder that they can reserve the library and it resources for their classwork.
Friday, September 30, 2016
Reading & Writing Partnership- Librarians and teachers
School Librarians make good partners with ELA and reading teachers. Librarians provide oral and silent reading depending on the grade level. We as Librarians provide quality books to help improve reading scores.
In the context of reading , students often are asked to describe , synthesize, analyze, and critique their understanding of what they have read. So when librarians provide books, model and share our love of reading, we can motivate and encourage more student reading.
Discussions, book clubs, reviews, casual conversation, and book challenges are all part of the job. We need to read and know the quality books in our collection in order to motivate our students. So big surprise we need to read!
In the context of reading , students often are asked to describe , synthesize, analyze, and critique their understanding of what they have read. So when librarians provide books, model and share our love of reading, we can motivate and encourage more student reading.
Discussions, book clubs, reviews, casual conversation, and book challenges are all part of the job. We need to read and know the quality books in our collection in order to motivate our students. So big surprise we need to read!
Monday, September 26, 2016
Bulletin Boards for October
These are just a few ideas for October:
Fall in love with reading! leaves falling down to the ground from a bare tree- could put titles of books on the leaves
Scare up some good books- ghosts with titles on it
Pick of the patch- lots of pumpkins!
Reading is a Scream - put up covers of
scary or horror books all around the letters!
Fall in love with reading! leaves falling down to the ground from a bare tree- could put titles of books on the leaves
Scare up some good books- ghosts with titles on it
Pick of the patch- lots of pumpkins!
Reading is a Scream - put up covers of
scary or horror books all around the letters!
Thursday, September 22, 2016
One Goal for the school year
One of the goals of the school library media specialist is to promote reading and also work with staff to help improve reading scores. This is one of my goals this year. When students become better readers they do better in school.
So here is a few ideas that I will use to work on this goal. Student made reading posters, books displays, author posters, book discussion groups, library recess groups, use of the AR program, and reading motivation programs. I am also hoping to work more closely with reading and ELA teachers,
A few more ideas to get students more involved in good books are: shelf talkers, student book reviews on our website and reading workshops.
So here is a few ideas that I will use to work on this goal. Student made reading posters, books displays, author posters, book discussion groups, library recess groups, use of the AR program, and reading motivation programs. I am also hoping to work more closely with reading and ELA teachers,
A few more ideas to get students more involved in good books are: shelf talkers, student book reviews on our website and reading workshops.
Sunday, September 18, 2016
Library or Classroom Project- Did you Know?
An interesting and little different author/ reading project is an Author Poster, which could be do as a small group or individual project . Students choose a favorite author to research . They will find interesting biographical information about the author. "Did you know?" can be the heading and the information can be listed in bullets or around appropriate images or clip art or the authors photo. This poster will also have a list of titles written by the author.
This will provide students with good suggestions for excellent reads. The posters can be displayed in the library, in the hallways and in classrooms. After having several done, the posters can be swapped out for different ones to provide variety, interest and surprise.
This will provide students with good suggestions for excellent reads. The posters can be displayed in the library, in the hallways and in classrooms. After having several done, the posters can be swapped out for different ones to provide variety, interest and surprise.
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
Library Databases & Passwords
Last week got away from me and I did not post- guess it was the first week of school thing. Anyway I am planning a type of book mark or "cheat sheet" for use by my staff and students. This will provide the log in and passwords to our school databases. ( could also be adapted for the public library if they have passwords)
Students will be shown the log in and passwords when I instruct them on the databases. I will have the 'bookmarks' available for anyone who wants them during a research project for their use and to keep. We will also have copies at the circ desk in the library, by the computer bank in the library, and also in the computer lab. Another larger copy can be taped to the laptop carts that are used by the students in their classrooms.
I am also planning to give the teachers laminated one for their personal use. This will help keep students and staff to have easy access ( and a reminder) to the effectiveness of the databases.
Students will be shown the log in and passwords when I instruct them on the databases. I will have the 'bookmarks' available for anyone who wants them during a research project for their use and to keep. We will also have copies at the circ desk in the library, by the computer bank in the library, and also in the computer lab. Another larger copy can be taped to the laptop carts that are used by the students in their classrooms.
I am also planning to give the teachers laminated one for their personal use. This will help keep students and staff to have easy access ( and a reminder) to the effectiveness of the databases.
Sunday, September 4, 2016
Series list for students!
The students in my middle school love to read series books. We always are stopping to check what order the titles should be read. So I am hoping this year to a make " Series" books which will be kept at the circulation desk.
In it will be Authors name, series name, title of books and the order in which they should be read.
In the future as we purchase new titles and series , we will put numbers on the spine and also try to shelves them in number order.
Then student can check the lists and the shelves easily to get the book in the series they want.
In it will be Authors name, series name, title of books and the order in which they should be read.
In the future as we purchase new titles and series , we will put numbers on the spine and also try to shelves them in number order.
Then student can check the lists and the shelves easily to get the book in the series they want.
Tuesday, August 30, 2016
New School Year Coming Up!
I'm very excited about this new school year- I will actually be able to be a real librarian at the Middle school. I will be collaborating with teachers to instruct and assist students in their need for informational resources. I want also to encourage reading for pleasure and recreation.
I am working on a newsletter to promote the library media centers services to both small and large groups. Also in the newsletter there will be a resource link column that will highlight an few interesting and useful websites for teachers to use for subject resources and to use with students to provide more engaging lessons.
In the newsletter I will have a listing of some of the newest titles added to the library's collection. The newsletters will hopefully be issued monthly to advertises the library and my willingness to collaborate!
I am working on a newsletter to promote the library media centers services to both small and large groups. Also in the newsletter there will be a resource link column that will highlight an few interesting and useful websites for teachers to use for subject resources and to use with students to provide more engaging lessons.
In the newsletter I will have a listing of some of the newest titles added to the library's collection. The newsletters will hopefully be issued monthly to advertises the library and my willingness to collaborate!
Friday, August 26, 2016
Comic creator- on readwritethink
Comic creator is on the www.readwritethink site. This is a very easy generator which would work for early elementary students and those beginning to create comic strips in the classroom. The student type in title of cartoon and subtitle and the authors names.
Then the student chooses number of panels- this one goes up to 6 with lower options.( 1 to 6) After that creation is just a few clicks away. the Student can add a caption under each panel, and characters. There are speaking balloons in which they can add dialogue. Props and background can also be added. When the student is finished , they can also be edited or printed. The only drawback is that the comic can not be saved. But this would still be a good site if you are trying to begin creating comic strips in your classroom.
Then the student chooses number of panels- this one goes up to 6 with lower options.( 1 to 6) After that creation is just a few clicks away. the Student can add a caption under each panel, and characters. There are speaking balloons in which they can add dialogue. Props and background can also be added. When the student is finished , they can also be edited or printed. The only drawback is that the comic can not be saved. But this would still be a good site if you are trying to begin creating comic strips in your classroom.
Tuesday, August 16, 2016
What students can do on blogs
What is the right age to begin blogging? For starters we could ask older students( 4th and 5th graders) to do some critical thinking and writing by asking students to find interesting and relevant to our subjects websites . We can show them how to write about what is useful about the sites. They could also write their reactions to what they are reading or doing in the classroom.
The other thing we can do is to bring primary sources( authors, scientists, politicians) into he blog and have students ask questions and then reflect on the answers given.
Middle school students can be asked to become experts about topics they care about. They can research, share this on class blogs and take questions from classmates. High school student s can use blogs for extend study or reflection on a topic. They can reflect and build on previous ideas and knowledge. They can give feedback into class mates, advance new ideas and analyze the topic or subject at hand.
These are broad ideas on beginning blogging with students , I would love any ideas about what you do with your students.
The other thing we can do is to bring primary sources( authors, scientists, politicians) into he blog and have students ask questions and then reflect on the answers given.
Middle school students can be asked to become experts about topics they care about. They can research, share this on class blogs and take questions from classmates. High school student s can use blogs for extend study or reflection on a topic. They can reflect and build on previous ideas and knowledge. They can give feedback into class mates, advance new ideas and analyze the topic or subject at hand.
These are broad ideas on beginning blogging with students , I would love any ideas about what you do with your students.
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