Blogging in Classroom 2.0
I’m still undecided on which blogging platform I’m going to settle on. I like Blogger’s ease of use but got frustrated with the lack of tools that would allow me to turn it into a central location where I could gather all the web 2.0 resources I can use. I like WordPress but I don’t find it as easy to use as Blogger. I’ve messed around with a lot of different platforms, but it seems that they are all missing something.
I’m doing most of my blogging on the Athabasca University ELGG platform called Me2U. I find the tools there cumbersome, but versatile. I like the idea of using Edublogs because it ties me into a educational community. Now, I think I will try Classroom 2.0. Decisions, decisions, desicions!
I’m doing most of my blogging on the Athabasca University ELGG platform called Me2U. I find the tools there cumbersome, but versatile. I like the idea of using Edublogs because it ties me into a educational community. Now, I think I will try Classroom 2.0. Decisions, decisions, desicions!
-
Comment by Carlos Ferrer on January 29, 2009 at 1:45pm -
I've been using Wordpress for a few years now, both WPMU, Wordpress.com and have installed it via SimpleScripts on a Bluehost server. I never fail to be amazed on how versatile it is and adaptable to my needs. There are two operative words here - needs and adaptable.
So, if I may advise you, first ask yourself what your needs are (do you f.inst. need file sharing space, a kind of a dropbox like you have in ELGG)? Do you want to stream live video through your blog (i.e. uStream.tv)? Embed stuff? Do you use Flickr?
Then ask yourself how you want to present yourself. Do you want to be alone, on your own domain or a part of a community? Maybe both? If you go solo, buy some domain and put it on a hosted server along with your blog. Maybe you want to add Google Friend Connect, so that it isn't to lonly there. On the other side of the scale, you could blog here on Classroom 2.0 or you start your own Ning community.
-
Comment by Sue Waters on January 29, 2009 at 4:09pm -
My advice to bloggers is to go with a blog that uses Wordpress. While blogger in the short term is a bit easier in the long term you can do considerable more with a blog that use Wordpress. For example features like being able to easily add pages, email notifications that include email addresses of comments etc make it better. Disclosure - I am employed by Edublogs.
In terms of manuals to help you - you will find a range of different manuals and videos here on How to use Edublogs - which uses Wordpess MU. They will help you with whatever Wordpress site you decided to use whether it be Wordpress.com, Edublogs, or self hosted Wordpress - however at the moment we have not upgraded to Wordpress 2.7 yet. These manuals will be upgraded when that happens.
Comment
Commercial Policy
If you are representing a commercial entity, please see the specific guidelines on your participation.
The Fifth Year Anniversary Book Project!
Related Links & Events:
EdIncubator
EdIncubator" projects are designed to help education projects or initiatives build advisory councils with real educators, administrators, parents, and students giving real feedback. Current projects are below.
Groups interested in participating can contact Steve Hargadon directly.
Support:
Classroom 2.0 is a free site. You can support the network by making a donation (any amount):You can also support us by using our Amazon search link:
Thanks to support from:
Badge
About
Follow
Awards:
© 2012 Created by Steve Hargadon.
You need to be a member of Classroom 2.0 to add comments!
Join Classroom 2.0