At this point, everyone should have their blogspot set up with a professional profile that includes a photo. (I'm making the presumption that you'll be using this blog as a professional resource in this class... and possibly in your teaching future as well.) As I mention in the section on Online Professionalism, deciding how to represent yourself visually and literally as a teacher takes some careful consideration. At the same time, there is beauty in simplicity.
Make sure that you are recognizable in your photo. Some of your photos are too dark, a couple of you are wearing sunglasses. (A potential employer should be able to recognize you from your profile photo). Also, try to obtain as clear (high quality/resolution) of an image as possible. Blurry or low-light photos just don't look professional. And avoid cheerleader/sexy poses. That's OK for your Facebook page (which your employer will most likely scope out too by the way) but not for here. When in doubt, just keep it simple and be yourself—as a professional teacher, that is.
If you have not yet posted a photo, what are you waiting for?
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