Ncte blog presentation ppt

Using Blogging to Engage Students' Voices

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Sunday, November 17, 13

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•Pamela Hunnisett

•Calgary, Alberta, Canada

•TWITTER - @PamelaHunnisett

• [email protected]

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mailto:[email protected]


http://thehunni.wordpress.com/

•Pamela Hunnisett




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http://thehunni.wordpress.com





•Pamela Hunnisett




for the FutureCharter

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NCTE13Documents


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NCTE13Documents

ClassBlogs


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NCTE13Documents

ClassBlogs


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Links to all the great educators who have

inspired me.




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“the more w

e tend to

give

our studen

ts an audi

ence,

the more t

hese meanin

gful

"moments" seem

to

happen” Georg

e Couros


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COMMUNITY

COMMUNICATION

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COMMUNITY

COMMUNICATION

TRUSTRespect

Scholarship

Self-Discipline

Integrity

Courtesy

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21st Century Goals in Alberta

Engaged

Ethical

Entrepreneurial

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http://globeclassroom.ca/userfiles/Alberta_Framework.pdf

Engaged

Ethical

Entrepreneurial

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Engaged

Ethical

Entrepreneurial

http://cuebc.ca/cue/conference_documents/dell/AlbertaEducationBYODGuide.pdf7




http://cuebc.ca/cue/conference_documents/dell/AlbertaEducationBYODGuide.pdf











Goals for Student BloggingENGAGEMENT:

students begin to see themselves as WRITERS where audience and purpose mattersstudents feature their voice, identity, and valuesstudents love reading each other’s work and they love feedbackTo provide parent and staff access to participate and celebrate in the students’ learning and

ideasTo provide students with access to exemplars of student writing – “the best resource to improve

student writing” (Graham Foster)

ETHICAL

To build a safe “virtual” classroom space where language is academic in purpose To teach safe Digital CitizenshipTo build Character through scholarly and respectful language

ENTREPRENEURIAL

To inspire students to take ownership of their digital footprint by writing and creating blogsEmpowers students to achieve goals through hard work, perseverance and discipline - takes the opportunities

to practice writing through writing blog posts on schedule and extra by choice.

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•ELA 30-1 - Grade 12 Academic

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Latest Posts


Writers LinksTags

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A Sample Blog - Grade 10

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A Sample Blog - Grade 10MY LITTLE BOY by Rizan He was elated one afternoon, a gentle smile caressing his petite face. He handed me a report card, so animated with A’s and B’s it seemed to have an aura. I wasn’t reluctant in giving him an encouraging gesture, a “high-‐Bive” to show my content. A pride enveloped me, a revelation, a possibility that this insufferable, indomitable cloud following my boy would soon disappear into the promise ahead. He ran upstairs and I began to cook our dinner. It wasn’t long before I hastily organized our kitchen table with poorly prepared porcelain plates and plastic placemats. The cutlery and cups were put to ease from my tight grasp soon after the searing of my skin forced me to drop the serving dish onto the table vigorously. I called my son from the kitchen, trying to notify him that supper was ready; no response. My daughter’s silhouette came into perspective and I addressed her, instructing her to call her brother. She ran upstairs, her hands colliding with the steps proceeding her feet in childish fashion. My fragile daughter prolonged the wait. She restrained from responding; her words climbed up her throat and clung to the sides of her esophagus so she couldn’t speak. I stormed the stairs of my apartment reaching the second Bloor and tracing the steps of my 10-‐year-‐old daughter; I was appalled.

My timid little boy, a victim of ignorance. The martyr of malice corroded his spirit and ushered him into sinister solitude. Enveloped in oppression, my son would come crying. With his head to my chest, I felt the tears dampen my sweater. He was scared; he struggled to keep his peace. He was the scapegoat of slurs, which cut deeper than the blade and the threats punctured his self-‐esteem leaving him amidst paranoia. It wasn’t inconspicuous and I should’ve known. That day he woke up without an appetite, rather fear in his belly; however, my little boy packed his things and strolled to school on April 16 of 2009. There had been several instances where I had to confront the administration, their lack of attentiveness was my concern. I tried-‐ oh so dearly-‐ but it wasn’t sufBicient.

My apartment door has become a shrine and my heart hosts guilt’s assault. What was he to do? He was lost and couldn’t Bind himself, however, I did. Hanging from the ceiling amidst his room’s closet, my son succumbed to the pressure of the world as well as the strangle of his belt. Should he? At the tender age of 11, my little boy Jaheem Herrara took his life because he was bullied.

INSPIRATION - http://www.cnn.com/2009/US/04/23/bullying.suicide/

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http://www.cnn.com/2009/US/04/23/bullying.suicide/






Sam says: Words can’t describe this piece; the despicable truth of bullying was truly displayed. Amazing!

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Melissa says: Wow! This was really deep and amazingly well written!! It was so believable and you had me from the title! Truly amazing and I love your description! It felt like I was in the same room…11









Takaiden says: Rizan, Every time I read one of your pieces I feel something. Amazement, fear, pain, excitement, and also envy; I wish I could create such a vivid and explicit picture when I write. You have this quality in your pieces that make it so disgustingly beautiful, by that I mean you can take such an awful topic and make it beautiful in an artistic sense. I love your use of thesaurus words because when we, as writers, neglect to use words that make you think it makes our pieces feel unfulfilled, but you’ve managed to capture my attention with every sentence. Great work Rizan I look forward to reading more of your writing.























Sara says: Rizan, oh my gosh, this is so sad but an amazing piece. I felt as if I was actually in the story and feeling all emotions the narrator was and seeing everything through their eyes. You did an excellent job!!






















Jessica says: By the end of this, my jaw dropped and my eyes were full of tears. I can’t explain how outstanding this piece is. I have never felt this close to someone’s writing before, wow. You did a marvelous job of making us aware of how much bullying can affect someone. Your vocabulary made your work even more worth of praising. Keep up the amazing job; your writing inspires me!


Sara says: Rizan, oh my gosh, this is so sad but an amazing piece. I felt as if I was actually in the story and feeling all emotions the narrator was and seeing everything through their eyes. You did an excellent job!!

















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The Growth of Sam as a Writer

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http://hunniblog10.edublogs.org/2011/09/19/music-is-more-than-words-with-a-tune/

in Grade 10

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... in Grade 11

http://hunniblog20.edublogs.org/2012/11/11/finally-free/

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The Growth of Sam as a

Writer

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The Growth of Sam as a

Writerin Grade 12

http://hunniblog30.edublogs.org/2013/10/20/untold-love/14


http://hunniblog30.edublogs.org/2013/10/20/untold-love/




•Hunni’s Writers - Creative Writing Class

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•Hunni’s Writers - Creative Writing Class

Students’ Blogs

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CREATIVE WRITING CLASS

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STUDENT FEEDBACK

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“Blogging has not only helped

to improve my writing through practice, but also by allowing and encouraging me to try

new styles of writing.” Andrew

STUDENT FEEDBACK

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“It works as inspiration, and also as a timeline so you can go

back and read some of your previous work, and see where

you've improved.” Kiran




STUDENT FEEDBACK

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“For one thing blogging reminds me that I always have an

audience. It gives me the incentive to make sure my work is polished and get feedback from other people. Normally the things I write get

stuffed a drawer or journal, but now I have the opportunity to share.”

Ore




STUDENT FEEDBACK

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Ore

“Blogging has helped me really put thought and clarity into

my work so it is something I can portray to my peers as clearly as I can. Hearing people's feedback not only allows me to consider

elements in the piece being critiqued, but elements I can work on for the next

blog.” Namitha




STUDENT FEEDBACK

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“I can polish them to my

hearts content and I think they are very useful.” Shawn







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blog.” Namitha




STUDENT FEEDBACK

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“Writing this blog has been quite cathartic.”

Nima




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blog.” Namitha




STUDENT FEEDBACK

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Nima




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blog.” Namitha

“Blogging helps students

learn more about each other. It gives us an opportunity to actually look into some

of our classmates' beautiful souls.” Jessica




STUDENT FEEDBACK

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“...our peers can comment on the

published blogs, and help give us encouragement,

words of wisdom, and areas to improve.”

Jessica







Nima




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blog.” Namitha







STUDENT FEEDBACK

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“Blogging has changed my writing

identity. I know that I have improved during

the years.” Abhi

“...our peers can comment on the

published blogs, and help give us encouragement,

words of wisdom, and areas to improve.”

Jessica







Nima




Ore




blog.” Namitha







STUDENT FEEDBACK

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ETIQUETTE and EXPECTATIONS for COMMENTING

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Dear ______________________, (Format = friendly letter form )

A) POSITIVE:1. Encouragement2. Praise3. Reaction – when positive

(be specific, thoughtful, friendly tone)

B) CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK:1. Suggestions for improvement2. Be specific3. Be a helpful and kind tutor

C) Further the Discussion:1. Response to another comment2. Enter the conversation about the idea the blogger presented in

their post3. Provide added value4. Offer links that could help to improve or continue the

conversation

Sincerely, ________________________________

*Etiquette is to ALWAYS respond to any comment that was given to you on the blog. Try to further the conversation!

CRITERIA for ASSESSMENT:

SPECIFIC * THOUGHTFUL * GUMPS * STRUCTURE * FRIENDLY

* GUMPS = Grammar, Usage, Mechanics, Punctuation, and Spelling – Ensure you Edit to Eliminate Gumps!

ETIQUETTE and EXPECTATIONS for COMMENTING

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SAMR MODELDr. Ruben R. Puentedura

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SAMR MODELDr. Ruben R. Puentedura

• http://www.hippasus.com/rrpweblog/19


http://www.hippasus.com/rrpweblog/







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SAMR & Blogging Substitution

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SAMR & Blogging Substitution

Substitution Notebooks/ paper to Word

Document Drafting the Blog Post

Students use word documents - or “draft” feature of Edublogs - to draft, revise and edit their writing ideas.

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SAMR & Blogging Augmentation

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SAMR & Blogging Augmentation

Augmentation

PAGE to the STAGE. Writing & Peer-Editing of blogs

on Hunni Blogs

Students are “contributors” to the class blog.

Assigned blog topics and free choice writing, as well as re-writes.

I “approve” all posts after assessing.

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SAMR & Blogging Modification

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SAMR & Blogging Modification

Modification Critical Acclaim

Revising, Reading & Commenting Hunni Blogs

Students interact digitally as:AUDIENCE: reading each other’s blogs

CRITICS: writing commentspraise & suggestions

FANS: inspiring through validation, empathy, exemplars & feedback.

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SAMR & Blogging Redefinition

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SAMR & Blogging Redefinition

Redefinition Producers

Creative Writing class

“Creators” of their own blogs

Choose own writing assignments

Editors and audience for blogs

Reflect identity, ideas & interests

Students & I co-administers

Redefinition: Creativity , Empowerment, & Engagement

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What’s Next?

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What’s Next?

Expats living & blogging in Argentina Feb-July 2014

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Thank you!

•Pamela Hunnisett

• Calgary, Alberta, Canada

• TWITTER - @PamelaHunnisett


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Thank you!

•Pamela Hunnisett

• Calgary, Alberta, Canada

• TWITTER - @PamelaHunnisett



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