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Entries from December 2006

Blogging Responsibly and Purposefully

December 18th, 2006 · 1 Comment

As we continue to explore the benefits of Web 2.0 applications for our students, it is important that we provide the proper level of professional support to our teachers. This includes modeling best practices and providing a framework for purposeful use. There is the potentional for a flashpoint with regard to blogging, so [...]

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Exploring Maybry

December 2nd, 2006 · No Comments

John C. and I have discussed the powerful model that seems to be driving the Mabry Middle School in Marietta, Georgia. The extensive site they have built and the seemingly complete buy in by the staff and community is quite invigorating.
For example, I took some time to peruse their blogs, and it seems that [...]

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TUFSD Blogs Goes Live with Demo Site

December 1st, 2006 · No Comments

On Friday evening, December 1, 2006, the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns registered this domain to support its expanding demand for providing an authentic audience for the students served in the district.

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