"What is Kidblog and why should I use it in my classroom?"
A brief video describing the main components of Kidblog as they are tied to research findings. |
"What does Kidblog use look like in the classroom?"
A video explanation of features available on Kidblog as they are applied to a real classroom. This video also includes a student perspective on the engagement and use of Kidblog in the classroom. |
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Check out excerpts from Michael Gorman's fabulously written blog post below describing all things Kidblog!
"I noticed that I can write more and faster even though I'm still practising typing. I also blogging because you can erase a word with a few taps of a button so it's easier to fix mistakes but when you write on paper you have to erase by rubbing really hard."
- Grade 4 student, Langley, BC
- Grade 4 student, Langley, BC
Here's what other educators love about Kidblog ...
"The ease of use with the ability to drag and drop is awesome. I also love that I can design pages so easily. Password protection is great for classroom use as well." - Shawn Davids, Principal, Langley, BC "It is so easy for students to embed and include videos, pictures, and links to outside sources that they may have authored themselves. I also like that students can practice their digital citizenship skills in a controlled environment with their peers, families, and beyond." - Jan Lewis, Librarian/Tech Teacher, Windsor, ONT "I like the drag and drop simplicity. Also, there are several templates to choose from." - Victoria Olson, Grade 3/4 Teacher, Langley, BC "I love that you can connect and link classes together directly your Kidblog site. Including classes from other districts, provinces, and countries. Privacy settings can be manipulated depending on a teachers comfort level." - Lexi Nichols, Grade 8 Teacher, Langley, BC Curious to see what an up and running Kidblog site actually looks and functions like?
Check out these four fantastic classroom blogs... Karen Lirenman's Grade 1 Classroom Blog Victoria Olson's Grade 3/4 Classroom Blog Hugh McDonald's Grade 6 Classroom Blog Lexi Iggulden's Grade 7 Classroom Blog |
Live collaboration on #kidblog...
Live from @kidblogdotorg...
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Part 1 Signing up for a Kidblog account. Part 2 How to add users to your Kidblog site. Part 3 Creating a post from the student perspective. Part 4 Managing your site's settings. (Privacy settings included) |
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For more information:
Check out this collaborative Wiki on Kidblog.
Created by University of British Columbia Graduate Students.
Check out this collaborative Wiki on Kidblog.
Created by University of British Columbia Graduate Students.
Tell us how these examples are sparking ideas
for your own classroom! |
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You've learned about Kidblog in general, now it's time to consider how it can be leveraged for the important skill of collaboration...
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