Richardson, Chapters 3 and 4

In Chapters 3 and 4, Richardson discussed blogs and wikis.  He described what they are, their potential uses, and how to create, set up, and maintain both.  As I am learning more about blogs and wikis, I am warming up to them more.  I think that it's really cool how students can connect what their learning in the classroom, with that they're doing outside of the classroom walls.  The "connected-ness" is cool.  And yet, I find it a bit scary.  I suppose that the same philosophy rings true for social media, and, for my intents and purposes, I'll talk about Facebook, which is my social media of choice.  I like how I can keep up with how/what my friends and family are up to, especially if they are far away.  Sometimes, though, the idea that they are doing the same thing to me freaks me out a bit!  I love how Richardson recognizes that people (teachers) may have those reservations and fears, and he does well will easing them.  I definitely think that this type of technology (blogs and wikis) can, and will, take place in my classroom!  Reading Richardson, and seeing great examples (such as Portland, Oregon's Meriwether Lewis Elementary's blog), has inspired me to learn more, and think about ways that I can incorporate them into my classroom!