Microblogging

This feature is neat. I would use this in the classroom when working in the computer lab or while using the class set of laptops. Students can ask questions and talk to other students about what they are doing with out distracting the rest of the class. Also, I could have a homework help hour at home where students can sign on and either ask each other or myself questions about the homework or things we are working on in class. This feature is another way that students and teachers can stay in touch.

Interesting Blog Post

The interesting blog I found was on a using technology in a history classroom called speaking of History. The post was actually a podcast on how to use the illustrated version of the book 1776 in your classroom. This was relevant to me because I am currently teaching the revolutionary war in my 11th grade US History class and because 1776 is one of my favorite books.

http://speakingofhistory.blogspot.com/2009/09/podcast-201-using-david-mcculloughs.html