Ning

I have mentioned to many of you the use of Ning as a website. I have a little video tutorial for you to check out if you like. It is a little tour of our site that we're using in the HS. It has been a wonderful resource that my students have really gotten into.

I had read that over 90% of teenagers are doing some sort of social networking (myspace, facebook, etc) and knew that there would be a way I could meet them somewhere halfway. Our Ning site has been a virtual classroom where kids and teachers share ideas, projects and information. I have used it extensively as this year has gone on and now have my students even blogging on their own pages from the site. At the same time that it's a great educational tool, kids enjoy hanging out there and visiting, posting photos, uploading music, etc.

Here's a little video for you. Take a peek if you're curious...