December 05, 2008

Training for Blogging

Today the other Technology Integration Consultants and I from our district are meeting to discuss implementing blogging in our district. Our idea is to have administrators model Web 2.0 for the staff by utilizing Web 2.0 tools for district communication. We think that if administrators begin simply by blogging their newsletters, we can grow the usage over time. We have to begin by growing ourselves.
Only three of the TICs currently have a blog. This morning, we are showing the others how to set up their own blog. The discussion has been lively and it is fun to watch comprehension and "ahas" wash over their faces. Once each TIC has set up their own blog, we will practice with them before we devise a plan for administrators. Any ideas for administrative or teacher blogs out there? I really would appreciate hearing how other districts have approached blogging by administration and teachers. What guidelines did you use? What blog host? Any information will be helpful!

Cutest Blog on the Block
This site was shared this morning by a TIC in one of our elementary buildings. The Cutest Blog on the Block is a site that offers backgrounds, animated .gifs, and blog tips to jazz up your Blogger blog. You can also get a face lift for your blog or create photo cards for a fee.

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