Brenda Sherry's "Teddy Bears Go Blogging" details her revamping of the iEARN teddy bear exchange program. Instead of using e-mail, Sherry uses blogging. I think it is such a creative use of technology, pen pals 2.0! The article points out that using blogs can be an effective way for teachers to spark students interest in writing. The students were actually excited about the project and looked forward to working both independently at home and in groups at school.
Blogging can be also be a tool that helps with learning internet safety as they learn about other cultures through their pen pals. Students write about the adventures of the bears at school and at home and can include photos. Others can comment easier which encouraging the students even more. Students at all grade levels can benefit from experience with blogging.
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