Module 2

Blog. It's a funny word but it seems to be the word of the year. Before I completed Module 2 I had no idea what a blog was - I knew it was a way for people to write what they feel, but I guess what my question is is WHY would they write it in a public forum? As I was reading through the samples of Blogs suggested for us to read, I came across a page which seemed to discuss the questions that were running though my head - why would people want to talk about what is going on in a public forum where everyone can see? As the author states "Blogging is a risk". You are putting yourself out there for everyone to comment on.
The more I read through the different blogs from different people - especially the Blogs about how they are using it in their classroom - the more inspired I get. It's amazing how so many ideas can develop through such a powerful medium like the internet. I now know that Blogging is a way people can inform others on what they are doing, so others can be inspired by their work. Blogging creates conversation on what works and what doesn't work. It creates ideas that can lead to a more dynamic classroom.
One of the questions I do have is how have people used Blogging in a Kindergarten classroom, where the children are not only learning to read and write, but most are learning how to speak English?
I'm sure the more I explore the more answers I will find!