BP1_Google Reader

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Name of feed chosen	Why I chose the feed	How is it important?
Technology News	I believe that this website helps with this masters program I am currently enrolled in. This feed is  from CNN, a trusted name, and it gives you the latest technology articles.	With my 8 month old PC already being out of date, my Maters Degree taking off in technology, and students to teach faster than ever, I need to be updated on current trends in technology.
About Creative Writing	I am currently teaching a middle school writing class.	I always try to be a lifelong learner, therefore I need to stay updated on new ideas.
Primary Games	I have and teach little kids one on one for reading instruction. I need to know what games are popular with them. This also keeps me in the loop of what things are “fun” in their world.	Playing is very important to any child. My favorite saying in high school classrooms is, “Everything  you need to know, you learned in kindergarten.”
Literature News	If you are following…I also teach a 9th and 11th grade English class. This way I am able to stay updated on new literature news to share in class.	I like for the kids to see how literature is in everyday life. I am hoping this will help me show them that.
High School Rivals	One more thing on my plate is coaching high school sports. Knowing the statistics on other teams will keep me “cool” to the sports players in my classroom.	Teachers need to connect in healthy ways with their students.

BP3_MIddleSpot

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This is a screenshot of the actual Web 2.0 program I plan on researching.

Middlespot is very similar to iGoogle. Students can create a mash tab to complete their findings. Another example of what this actually is bookmark tab with pictures. However, I really could not get it to work yet. I wanted to, but it does not seem as user friendly as others. However, its challenge is keeping me intrigued. I plan to train myself and learn more about it. I think it might be another fun activity for the students to learn.

Maybe this can replace the student book carts for research paper. Maybe this can be how the students place all their books they read on a mash tab to view all their hard work.

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