BGNEWS: New Univ. blogging system means new route of communication

New Univ. blogging system means new route of communication - Campus

By: Angie Burdge

The new system, which uses the WordPress Multi-User platform, was developed by Terence Armentano from the Center for Online and Blended Learning.

However, for some faculty members, blogging is nothing new.

The Center of Teaching and Learning has been discussing the "significance to teaching, learning and the integration of technology in the classroom" in their blog since November 2006, said graduate assistant Matthew Caire.

Caire said the purpose of the center's blog is to promote dialogue on teaching and learning issues in higher education among University faculty, staff and graduate students.

This includes facilitating discussions on the latest research and developments, as well as informing University faculty of current workshops, learning community activities and other related events.

Anthony Fontana, an art instructor who has been blogging since 2001, maintains several educational and personal blogs.