After seeing this article "Web 2.0: Big App on Campus," by Candace Lombardi recommended on a classmate's blog I decided to check it out. It gives a very interesting insight into the world of blogs, wikis, and discussion boards on college campuses. It sounds as though the level of engagement professors are able to get from their students using these tools is excellent. As I read, I couldn't help but wonder how I might be able to incorporate them into my classes. Although my sixth graders are a ways away from college, the majority of them are already using the web for social networking. I like the idea of posting essential questions at the end of a unit and having students discuss them. It would certainly push them to think more critically. One point that Lombardi made was the fact that most students want to see their work "published". In that regard, sixth graders are not all that different from college students!
It is definitely something I would like to try.
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The article also mentioned using these tools to help students transiton to college, wonder if it would help 6th graders as they preapre to come to middle school. Perhaps introduce a homeroom before the school starts or get to know your teachers!
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