Reflection on Blogging
Eleven or so weeks ago, I had heard of the word “blog” but didn’t actually know what the purpose of a blog was or why individuals wanted to be bloggers. I was anxious about initially setting up my blog site, but followed the directions precisely, and much to my delight-was able to get everything up and running in no time.
Expressing my thoughts, presenting information, and communicating with my classmates during the past 2 ½ months through the use of my blog (and theirs) was a motivating and enriching experience. I enjoyed the learning experience that the blog provided as well as the personal connections that were fostered through written communication.
I learned that participating in a blog can be intellectually stimulating and I looked forward to the discussions that would take place. I was disappointed at times though, when there was no response to my blog or nothing new to read elsewhere. I noticed the differences in style and presentation that our blogs had, each reflective of our individuality, however, I didn’t like the fact that comments wouldn’t appear on other blogs until they were released by the blog’s author.
I think that I would create a new blog on a topic of my own choosing and continue blogging to stay in touch with those who share my interests or passions in life. I feel “connected” to the activity now, it has become part of my daily routine, and I sincerely believe that I will miss blogging when this class concludes!
When I return to work (school) in late August, I will definitely expose my school community to blogging and survey my colleagues to see if there is an interest in establishing blog sites. I think it is a great tool for collaboration and see it as an invaluable resource especially for less experienced teachers who could use the extra support. I’m glad I’ve become a “bloggger”!
**Beatrice Laga**
4 comments:
Beatrice, I loved you comment on my blog when you said that blogging has become part of your daily ritual. If you start a new one, please post its address on my visiblegrace blog. I'm going to stay at that blogging address for a bit, changing the picture to suit my mood. Maybe the turtle will return!
Thanks for your faithful responses, and I am sorry for the times when mine were not.
See you here, there, and everywhere.
best, Julie
Hi Beatrice-
I enjoyed reading your comments and I'm glad that I got to know you a bit better - through our little blogging group.
I'm also fortunate that I got a chance to experience the blogging process and I look forward to finding ways to implement it into school activities.
-Kate
Hi Beatrice,
I apologize because I would have liked to have commented more on your blog. Especially, on your last topic DyKnow Vision, which was very interesting. I thank you for your thoughtful comments on my blog. If you do continue, do keep me posted. Maybe you could send out an email or something or is there a way to RSS feed your blog?
I'm glad you've become a blogger too! I hope that you have found this assignment worthwhile and that you will continue the practice of writing and reading blogs in the future!
~Katie~
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