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Welcome to the Blogosphere

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Create a blog spot for your classroom and promote online discussions. There are several blogging websites listed here, and you can create one specific to each class or one collective site. Teach your learners how to post on the blog, and then start posting your own prompts to get them started! Kids of all ages love using technology. 

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blogging, elections

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Grade
6th - Higher Ed
Subjects
English Language Arts
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 hrs
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Project-Based Learning
Year
2007
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