As an educational leader, I can see a number of ways to use blogs. One is simply as a means to post thoughts and ideas for my own use, sort of a reflective electronic journal. When I review my paper journals, I usually find common threads of thought that help me make decisions. How much more powerful when it can be accessed 24/7, especially since I don't have to read my own writing.
Blogs also allow others to view and comment on postings. This lets them make suggestions that could lead to improvement not only for the blogger, but also for those who read the comments. As a part of this project, I am looking forward to reading and getting ideas from the posts of other bloggers as well as entering into an ongoing dialogue. In addition, I hope to see suggestions for my work from my colleagues.
Blogging can also facilitate the creation of online Professional Learning Communities. Instead of meeting face-to-face, educators (and others) can share ideas through blogs that can benefit all of the members. Bloggers can post questions or concerns that can then be answered from a variety of viewpoints with many potential solutions.
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