Week 2 Blog Post

This is the first time every that I had used a blog, let alone even looking at a blog. When I think of how I could use blogs in my classroom one main idea pops into my head. I would use a blog to give an overview or preview of the class and the lessons. For example if we are going to be starting a new chapter I would post a mini paragraph explaining what the new chapter will be about along with the main ideas. I would also post what the class will consist of. If we have a work sheet that is due or post the main points that we will be discussing.I would basically use it to help prepare the class and hopefully incorporate more participation the following day. The advantages of using technology in the classroom are it provides the ability for everyone to participate and the more technology is used the better skills will be developed, therefore producing r more essential and point driven activities and projects, yet, a disadvantage is that technology is not always reliable.

After playing around with Goggle Apps today I must say that I am a fan. The advantages of using Google apps is that it is much easier to create a group project. With this app people can add in their ideas and work without the constant sending and returning of emails. Another advantage is that it doe not require hardware or software it is free. Also it provides many options that can be helpful, such as word documents, spreadsheets, calendars, etc. Disadvantages of Goggle apps are that some other software is more advanced or is better suited for certain function or programs that Google apps include, but that is the only big disadvantage that pops into my head.