Al Upton's miniLegends
Al Upton's hands-on experience in using blogging as an educational tool covers learning outcomes, frustrations with content filters and extending the learning beyond school walls. He contends that even less technically inclined educators have a lot to offer their students and discusses the importance of making connections that are safe and savvy.
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