Web 2.0 for Administrators - Classroom 2.02024-03-28T19:16:10Zhttps://www.classroom20.com/forum/topics/649749:Topic:51782?commentId=649749%3AComment%3A53183&feed=yes&xn_auth=noYes, we frighten even ourselv…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-09-25:649749:Comment:3856412009-09-25T16:40:34.059ZPam McLeodhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/PamMcLeod
Yes, we frighten even ourselves ... and we are all also on Facebook and Twitter!<br />
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So, since you've posted this query, I really think that having a Facebook page and Twitter account are becoming essential. I'll soon be creating one for my school - the challenge will be finding someone to update it. There are A LOT of parents here on Facebook. Having one of those automatic tools which post simultaneously to FB, Twitter, and a blog isn't a bad idea.<br />
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My Principal swore just a year ago that she'd…
Yes, we frighten even ourselves ... and we are all also on Facebook and Twitter!<br />
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So, since you've posted this query, I really think that having a Facebook page and Twitter account are becoming essential. I'll soon be creating one for my school - the challenge will be finding someone to update it. There are A LOT of parents here on Facebook. Having one of those automatic tools which post simultaneously to FB, Twitter, and a blog isn't a bad idea.<br />
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My Principal swore just a year ago that she'd never have a Facebook account ... but six months later, she had one. She keeps it very personal, to friends and family only. She has just recently created a separate "Principal" account for Facebook, which is what she uses to connect to the PTSA and local community members.<br />
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I'm a little more open with mine, but I also live in the small community where I work. I love that! You guys must be…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-09-25:649749:Comment:3855962009-09-25T13:51:15.178ZMarian Thacherhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/mthacher
I love that! You guys must be a hard group to manage though! Haha! Seriously, I have a hard time following chat in online workshops, listening and processing at the same time. Maybe my brain's too calcified.
I love that! You guys must be a hard group to manage though! Haha! Seriously, I have a hard time following chat in online workshops, listening and processing at the same time. Maybe my brain's too calcified. It's definitely a one step at…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-09-25:649749:Comment:3855952009-09-25T13:49:13.170ZMarian Thacherhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/mthacher
It's definitely a one step at a time thing, otherwise it seems totally overwhelming. I've found great advice and support on this site, which helps. I still can't keep up with everything, but I guess we choose the tools that look like they will solve an immediate problem, and if they work then they become part of our toolbox.<br />
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I'm waiting for wikis to get a little more user friendly. It still takes some patience and skill to figure out how to edit, format, etc. So my trainees haven't been quick…
It's definitely a one step at a time thing, otherwise it seems totally overwhelming. I've found great advice and support on this site, which helps. I still can't keep up with everything, but I guess we choose the tools that look like they will solve an immediate problem, and if they work then they become part of our toolbox.<br />
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I'm waiting for wikis to get a little more user friendly. It still takes some patience and skill to figure out how to edit, format, etc. So my trainees haven't been quick on the uptake participating in my wikis, so far. Rick, sorry, I just sent you…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-09-25:649749:Comment:3855922009-09-25T13:44:58.005ZMarian Thacherhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/mthacher
Rick, sorry, I just sent you a reply to the wrong message. I like the way you describe your blog and I think I will quote you in the next workshop - the voice of experience!
Rick, sorry, I just sent you a reply to the wrong message. I like the way you describe your blog and I think I will quote you in the next workshop - the voice of experience! I don't know ... I'm a Techno…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-09-25:649749:Comment:3855762009-09-25T12:03:07.569ZPam McLeodhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/PamMcLeod
I don't know ... I'm a Technology Director and there are a whole bunch of us in my state who Skype each other on a regular basis and have back channel chats running at just about every tech workshop. We don't need to pay long distance charges when we're talking about technical issues, and I haven't heard much concern about the security issues.
I don't know ... I'm a Technology Director and there are a whole bunch of us in my state who Skype each other on a regular basis and have back channel chats running at just about every tech workshop. We don't need to pay long distance charges when we're talking about technical issues, and I haven't heard much concern about the security issues. I would add to Anthony's post…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-09-25:649749:Comment:3855392009-09-25T03:55:25.713ZRandy Rodgershttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/randyrodgers
I would add to Anthony's post that Skype, too, will now allow <a href="http://www.skype.com/allfeatures/screensharing/" target="_blank">sharing of desktops</a>. Dimdim is a wonderful tool, by the way.
I would add to Anthony's post that Skype, too, will now allow <a href="http://www.skype.com/allfeatures/screensharing/" target="_blank">sharing of desktops</a>. Dimdim is a wonderful tool, by the way. Dim-Dim is a site which hosts…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-09-24:649749:Comment:3854732009-09-24T20:40:08.858ZAnthony VonBankhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/AnthonyVonBank
Dim-Dim is a site which hosts online conferences and chats. In addition to the chat window, there is a white board all can use for illustrations, and file sharing and even video can be added. Our school is using it for mentor-mentee meetings and other small-group meetings.
Dim-Dim is a site which hosts online conferences and chats. In addition to the chat window, there is a white board all can use for illustrations, and file sharing and even video can be added. Our school is using it for mentor-mentee meetings and other small-group meetings. Marian,
My name id Deron Dur…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-09-24:649749:Comment:3854542009-09-24T19:36:06.262ZDeron Durflingerhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/DeronDurflinger
Marian,<br />
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My name id Deron Durflinger. I am the Secondary Principal at Van Meter Schools in Van Meter, Iowa. This is our <a href="https://vmbulldogs.wikispaces.com/" target="_blank">wiki</a> that we use. Let me know your thoughts.<br />
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Deron
Marian,<br />
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My name id Deron Durflinger. I am the Secondary Principal at Van Meter Schools in Van Meter, Iowa. This is our <a href="https://vmbulldogs.wikispaces.com/" target="_blank">wiki</a> that we use. Let me know your thoughts.<br />
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Deron Marian,
I am new to Classroo…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-09-23:649749:Comment:3848602009-09-23T01:25:03.785ZAlex Guzmanhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/AlexGuzman
Marian,<br />
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I am new to Classroom 2.0 and as an administrator I did not think I had time to manage all this information. However, I have tried the first 4 bullets you mention and slowly I am getting comfortable. Next step is to setup RSS feeds. I do not have anything else but i will keep trying new things.
Marian,<br />
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I am new to Classroom 2.0 and as an administrator I did not think I had time to manage all this information. However, I have tried the first 4 bullets you mention and slowly I am getting comfortable. Next step is to setup RSS feeds. I do not have anything else but i will keep trying new things. I use as pretty controlled bl…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-07-29:649749:Comment:3685512009-07-29T13:02:01.340ZRick Paperahttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/RickPapera
I use as pretty controlled blog to communicate with parents rather than the old school newsletter. I type a few lines every few days, much easier than trying to put together a newsletter. All of their responses need to be approved before they are posted. This helps to avoid teacher bashing and rumor spreading. That happens enough on the sports fields, the blog is a truly positive force for getting out information to the parents.<br />
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In house we used a wiki last year for teacher collaboration…
I use as pretty controlled blog to communicate with parents rather than the old school newsletter. I type a few lines every few days, much easier than trying to put together a newsletter. All of their responses need to be approved before they are posted. This helps to avoid teacher bashing and rumor spreading. That happens enough on the sports fields, the blog is a truly positive force for getting out information to the parents.<br />
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In house we used a wiki last year for teacher collaboration (private). It was pretty successful, but a little cumbersome. I just switched to a private Ning instead. I deployed it last week (over summer break). As of today over half of the teachers are on it and all of them have posted somewhere. It seems like it is the best choice for us.