Blog Post 11

First Graders in Ms. Cassidy's Class

Skype Interview with Ms. Cassidy

I never would have thought that first graders would be capable of blogging and this use of technology and the internet.  I think that is really great that Ms. Cassidy was motivated enough to attempt this with her first grade class.  She proves that children as young as first grade are capable of learning these techniques, which means any grades should also be capable.

It was not only amazing to see what all these students have learned, but it was also great to see how excited they were to learn.  They were very proud of their blogs and seemed enthusiastic when they were explaining what all they have been doing. 

I would love to incorporate blogging into my classroom.  I really feel like it would help my students learn to be better writers and produce work they are proud of.  I like how Ms. Cassidy taught her student how to use the internet in a positive way.  That is a skill that could never be taught too young.     

It is incredible that Ms. Cassidy started all of this because she got five computers into her classroom.  She could have used them for something else, but she has really done something amazing for her students.  She believed in her students and didn’t underestimate them.  As a future teacher, I need to be mindful to never set the bar too low for my students.  Students, no matter how young, are capable of great things.  Ms. Cassidy is a great role model for educators.