***Mr. McClung's World***
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?
He is very dedicated to his class as well as his community. He is a lifelong learner, and this is definitely reflected in his blog. He also considers his school important and includes his school in his blog as well.
2. Comment on what you would say about Mr. McClung as an educator.
I would say that Mr. McClung is a perfect educator. He guides his students to a world of knowledge, yet never forgets he is learning also. He incorporates technology wonderfully into his classroom, yet I think he would still say he has much to learn, as we all do. His form of teaching is contagious and inspiring.
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?
Mr. McClung is very involved in his teaching. He has a strong connection with his students, and he wants them to be able to count on each other as well. I think his rules are different in a positive way, and I think having similar rules in my own classroom would promote a great learning environment.
4. What was the first thing under Everyone needs? Why do you suppose that is the first requirement?
A Day Planner. I also think this is the first thing everyone needs! Life is hectic, and a day planner is a great way to stay organized and remember important things that need to get done. Organization is a very important skill needed in the classroom, and I bet Mr. McClung would be lost without his!
5. Note the penalties for being late (under Homework). Compare them with my penalties for being late. Comment.
Mr. McClung allows late work, but you do not receive full credit. This is much the same in EDM 310. I think allowing late work is a must, because something will always happen and even good students are late. I think allowing late work encourages students to still complete their work instead of just not doing it because it is not on time.
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 uses his blog to connect and learn with the world around him. I want to use technology in my classroom in the same way. I think technology opens up endless possibilities for learning, and it encourages students to learn on their own.
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.
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 necessary and straightforward. I think keeping children's identification a secret is what parents are most concerned about. The internet can be a scary place if all of your information is exposed, and I like that Mr. McClung is concerned with this. I think all of his rules should be kept and I think he covered pretty much everything.
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.
I watched a video from World Language Festival. The group sang the song "Hero" by Enrique Inglesias. They have SO much fun at their school!
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 like the way his blog is set up. I do not know if I could set mine up in the same way, because we have not covered everything in EDM 310. If we cannot, then I think EduBlog would be better to use.
11. In what ways does Mr. McClung make his blog useful to parents, teachers, administrators, students like you, and others?
He links everyone together and includes tons of link that would interest just about anyone. Everyone can connect on his page and share comments and feelings and ideas. His classroom can be viewed by anyone from anywhere!
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?
His blog is very dedicated to his classroom and his school. I love all of the blogs I have visited, but his seems more school-oriented. I enjoy his passion for involving everyone and creating a huge learning community.
13. Add any additional comments you think would be useful in analyzing Mr. McClung's World in depth.
I would love to have a conversation with Mr. McClung over Skype. He has a lot of wisdom and creativity to be shared!
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