BLOG - Globalstudent

http://globalstudent.org.au/wp-signup.php

Description:

An online diary or journal

Suggested Curriculum Applications:

Use with a class to develop writing, share ideas and reflect on work being undertaken.
Use with groups of students to facilitate communication.
About Blogs: http://globalstudent.org.au/about-weblogs/
Blogging Safety: http://globalstudent.org.au/blogging-safety/

Roadtested by:

BOW and Bookclub http://lhcbooks.globalstudent.org.au/

Registration requirements/To use:

Username and email address

Pitfalls:

Nothing to report at this stage

Instructions:​

​Set Up:
Go to http://globalstudent.org.au/wp-signup.php
Enter a username and email address
Select Gimme a Blog

Administration:
Log into your blog to access the Dashboard for a range of functions e.g.
Add students:
Choose Add new users form the left hand menu
Enter student username and email (passwod optiional can be generated by the site)
Selct the role for the student
Each student registered will receive an email with a link and login details
Edit Posts
Approve Comments
Change Appearance:
Choose Appearance - select a theme and any widgets of interest
EXPLORE the various options available for management of the BLOG