Activity 2

Blogging

The Task – 1 hour – ICT suite or equivalent.
Resources – Class blog set up and each child given an account (see link).

Learning Objectives:

Word Structure and spelling:

• Use strategies to proof read and correct work on screen.

Engaging and responding to text:

• Reflect on reading through blogging.

Creating and shaping text: 

• Draw on knowledge to use correct language and register when blogging.

Presentation:

• Use ICT to present text

NC Reference:
En 3 - writing
1a, 1c, 1d, 1e, 2d, 2e, 2f, 6a, 9d, 11, 12
ICT
3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 4c.

The task:

This task introduces the concept of blogging to a class and combines it with book responses. This process is, in part, preparation for the children’s final piece of work for the theme of sessions outlined within this resource.

•  Give the children 10 minutes to discuss the openings of their books using the “Tell Me” process. 
•  Explain to the children that they will log onto their blogging account (model this on IWB).
•  Once all logged on model how to begin a “post”.
•  Explain that you want the children to record their initial responses to the openings of the text on their blog. Model this.
• Allow the children 15 minutes for this initial blog.
• For the plenary allow the children time to look at other pupil’s posts and comment if they would like to. Model this and re-iterate that comments should be constructive.

Learning Outcomes:

•  Children will engage with texts and express opinions.
•  Children will use “blogging”  to record responses.
•  Children will comment and therefore peer assess each others work.