1. What do you know (or have you found out) about Mr. McClung that is reflected in the way he has constructed his class blog? His blog is personal, which I like. He tells a lot about himself from sports to the music he listens to. I think it is important to allow your students to know you as a person not only a teacher, just as we should know our students as a person not just a student. He keeps positive expectations and high energy in his teachings and his blog.
2. Comment on what you would say about Mr. McClung as an educator.He seems extremely dedicated to his teachings and students. He mentioned he keeps his lessons hands on and fun. I am the same way and intend to keep my lessons entertaining and educational, as I've always mentioned before. No one wants to learn if it's boring.
3. I asked above that you read Mr. McClung's "rules" and think about them. What do they say about Mr. McClung, his teaching, and his connection with his students? What is your reaction to these rules (and guides) as a student and as an aspiring teacher? His rules are as they should be, short, simple, to the point. I get the perspective that he has a great connection with his students. Meaning he stays "real" with them. My biggest thing is not raising your hand. In my classroom, we will raise our hand before we get up, speak, etc. Unless of course we are in discussion and they know they can speak out. I like his rule, "Keep your dear teacher happy".
4. What was the first thing under Everyone needs? Why do you suppose that is the first requirement? A day planner. I can tell by this he is organized like me. I would lose my head if I didn't have my planner to use daily. I will make sure my students have a planner to write down their assignments each day, as well.
5. Note the penalties for being late (under Homework). Compare them with my penalties for being late. Comment.His penalties are very clear, one day late and you drop a letter grade. Thankfully this class is not this way, I hope, but I like that he is clear and I'm sure sticks to it.
6. Read carefully his paragraph about what he hopes to accomplish with his blog. Comment and apply to your own aspirations as a teacher.He wants his students to achieve their goals. I too, will set goals for my students and allow them to set goals for themselves. I think goals are important, it gives you motivation and accomplishment but also students have to understand if they don't reach them it is okay as long as they tried their best.
7. I asked you to review at least two Useful Links in depth after reviewing all of them. Which two did you review in depth? Describe each of the two. How might each be used? Why do you think each made Mr. McClung's list. I viewed Discovery Streaming and Discovery Education. They are both a website from the Discovery Channel that the kids can learn from and have fun doing so.
8. Under Internet Safety I asked you to read carefully the rules Mr. McClung sets forth for safely using the internet. Comment on these rules. Are there any you would add or subtract.I think his rules are extremely important for the students to follow. He makes sure they are safe, which should be the number one issue with using the internet and blogs, etc., especially with this crazy world today.
9. In the C4K part of this blog I asked that you look carefully at one of the categories under which you assigned post was filed. What did you find? Select one of the posts in the category and review it for me.
10. Mr. McClung uses Edublog as his blog host. In some ways it may seem more "advanced." But Blogger has many abilities that we have not covered in EDM310. This leads to this question: Is there anything (or things) that Mr. McClung can do with his blog that you would like to do in Blogger?I am still getting used to Blogging so everything is new to me. I know there is so much more I don't know about, but as long as things are organized and easy to find, it works for me.
11. In what ways does Mr. McClung make his blog useful to parents, teachers, administrators, students like you, and others? His blog is open to everyone and safe and friendly. He has all information on it that you'd ever wonder. If it is not on there, he seems very welcoming in leaving a comment to ask.
12. How does Mr. McClung's 8th grade blog differs from other blogs you have visited including other 8th grade blogs? Why the differences do you think?I feel like he has a lot more on his, including personal things. I also like how everything is organized and easy to find for someone who isn't as blog friendly.
13. Add any additional comments you think would be useful in analyzing Mr. McClung's World in depth.In all, his blog is well put together and I like his about him section the most. I really think it's important for students, parents, whoever, to know you as a person. I think it is great that he has the rules, expectations, and safety included.
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