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Online Learning Communities. Presented by Angel Somers/Media Specialist [email protected]. http://www.splatt.com.au/blog/blog_images/blog_schoolday.jpg. Why should we be developing online learning communities?. Today’s students communicate in an instantaneous and global manner. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Why should we be developing online
learning communities?
Today’s students communicate in an instantaneous and global manner.
Today’s students are familiar with social networking and this type of collaborative learning taps into that knowledge and interest.
The Educational Technology Plan for New Jersey states that:
“…students must be able to use digital technology and communication tools to access, manage, integrate, evaluate information, construct new knowledge and communicate with others in order to participate effectively in society.”
2009 Revised NJ CCCS for Technology
8.1 Educational Technology: All students will use digital tools to access, manage, evaluate, and synthesize information in order to solve problems individually and collaboratively and to create and communicate knowledge.
By Grade 2:
Students should be able to engage in a variety of developmentally appropriate learning activities with students in other classes, schools, or countries using electronic tools.
By Grade 4:
Students should be able to engage in online discussions with learners in the United States or from other countries to understand their perspectives on a global problem or issue.
By grade 8:
Students should be able to participate in an online learning community with learners from other countries to understand their perspectives on a global problem or issue, and propose possible solutions.
What kinds of online learning experiences can we create for our
students?Blogs
Wikis
Glogs
Google Docs
Voicethread
Skype
What is a blog?
•The term blog stands for “ web log”
•It is an online journal made up of reverse chronological entries.
•It can include text, images, video, podcasts, polls, and links to other web sites.
•Writers can post thoughts, feelings, and ideas.
•Readers can comment on those thoughts, feelings, and ideas .
•A dialogue is created between the writer and the reader.
•To publish their own work.
•To create electronic portfolios.
•To exchange ideas and communicate with teachers, other students, and in some cases the world at large.
•To enhance technology skills.
•Let’s hear what they say about blogging.
How can blogs be used by students?
Let’s explore!Now take a look at some student blogs.
Once again leave a comment about what you have viewed.
http://blogging4students.blogspot.com
Tips for helping student bloggersProvide examples.Include reflection and self-evaluation as part of the process.Ask students to limit overused words and phrases like “That's cool!”, “Me too!” etc.Teach students how to hyperlink.Ask students to share their strategies for persuading others to join in their conversations.
Remind students to think of their audience.
Teach digital citizenship!
Students should be sure to cite all of their sources - including clip art sources.
Do not post photos without permission and do not post names with any photos.
Remind students to be nice. Sarcasm and humor can often be misinterpreted.
Be sure that all work is proofread carefully.
Make sure that all information posted is accurate.
Be brief!
NJ CCCS state that students must:
By grade 4: Explain the need for each individual, as a member of the global community, to practice cyber safety, cyber security, and cyber ethics when using existing and emerging technologies.
By grade 8: Model appropriate online behaviors related to cyber safety, cyber bullying, cyber security, and cyber ethics and summarize the application of fair use and Creative Commons guidelines.
How do you teach internet safety when using blogs?
• Be aware of blog features that link readers to other blogs or websites.
• Remind students that they should never post their full names on the internet.
• Students need to recognize that they are writing for a wide audience. They should only write things that they are comfortable sharing.
• Post your rules on your blog page as a reminder. View a sample here.
How can you create a blog?
There are many different blog sources.
Blogger.com
Wordpress.com
Edublog.org
LiveJournal.com
tblog.com
ePals.com
Wikis
Let’s get take a “Wiki Walk-Thru”
How are wikis different than blogs?
GLOGS
What is a glog?Sample Glogs
The GiverMammal projectAnglesInternet safetyCharacter Education
Now try one of your own.
Voicethread
Voicethread is an audio blog.
It allows for discussion and comments between participants.
It is a slideshow that incorporates narration and the ability to comment either through text or sound.
Sample VoicethreadsSample voicethread lessons3rd grade poetryCharacter Education4th Grade history/literature lessonTutorialsOther ideas
Explore Voicethread on your own. Go to www.voicethread.com
Google Docs
This is a tool that can be used by groups of students or students and the teacher.Students can create word documents, spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations.You must have a Google Gmail account in order to use this feature.Students can work simultaneously using a chat feature to collaborate.
Let’s see how it works: www.google.com
Skype Or Google Chat
It is a way to bring experts into the class.Authors that Skype
Skype is in the process of setting up an educational registry. See this page to sign up:
http://blogs.skype.com/classroom-pre-register/
Google Chat is an alternative for schools that block access to Skype.
ePals
Sample of ePals collaboration opportunities
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to
contact me.
Angel [email protected]
m(732)222-5080 ext 1254
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