"Communities of Practice: Using Blogs to Increase Collaboration" by Teresa A. Byington
Intervention in School and Clinic 46(5) 280-291
This article described the benefits of using blogs and how to set them up. Blogs were chosen because they are easy to use, are an effective way to establish and manage communities of practice, and allow members to reflect on professional practices. They are written using conversational language. A historical record of posts is archived. Blogs are useful for professional development, networking, and social interaction. Teachers often lack supportive social networks which can lead to burnout. Meeting online eliminates distance barriers and increases the diversity of the group.
This was a very positive article. It promoted the use of blogs as a means of collaboration between teachers. We all need this. The trick is to find a group that suits your niche.
This is it! This is the strength of blogging. Reading first what others have to say and then clicking on the comment button and expressing what you experienced as you read or experienced on the same topic.
ReplyDeleteHopefully we can support each other in this class to find the proper niche, because we may not be that niche. Happy hunting.
This is a great idea! Especially in graduate programs and other programs where the teachers may not be able to meet regularly. The program I am currently in may be able to use this technology to benefit their teaching styles and class content even more then just using "Moddle."
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