This post was contributed by Ryan Lombardozzi, NCEA Social Media Coordinator.
Demonstrate student learning for assessment or sharing using simple projects on mobile devices; create hands-on technology integrated lessons that immerse students in higher order thinking skills.
Why Blog?
- Connects students to family while at school
- Increases engagement
- Increases metacognition
- Makes learning visible and usable
- Formative or Summative assessment
- Creates a lasting memory of learning
- Honors each child where they are
- Honors child’s voice and choice
- Commenting grows community
Blogging is a very powerful tool and should be used as early as possible.