Three days before EVO 2008 official launch, the action has already started at Blogging4Educators. There are more than 110 participants from all over the world eager to exchange greetings and introductions and to share resources and expectations.

The preparation process has been such a lively experience! Some time ago I defined our work as “messy collaboration and compelling creativity”. Now, after four months working with my dear Blogging Teammates, I should add restless editing and intercultural constructivism! We’ve been blogging across time zones (Japan, UAE, Ukraine, UK, USA, Brazil, Argentina) juggling school work, family vacations, moving houses…. Why do we do this? Simply because we learn so much together! It great to see all the different learning environments we’ve set up, but the best thing is that these spaces are only half-formed since they will only bloom and reach their full potential through the collective work of all participants. The best is still to come…

Carla A., Mary, Erika, Gladys, Cris, Claudia, Nina, Ana María, Vance, Dennis, let’s go for it!! Happy new EVO everyone!

The CALL Interest Section of the international TESOL professional association has announced the 2008 EVO sessions (January 14 – February 24). Every year, EFL/ESL teachers from all over the world take part in online seminars and workshops to explore and discuss topics related to the integration of technology in English Language Teaching.

This year I have the pleasure of being part of the moderating team for one of the sessions, Blogging for Educators , together with an amazing group of colleagues I met during EVO 2006 and 2007. Although most of us have never met f2f, we are willing to collaborate and share all we have learned about edublogging in the EFL classroom.

EVO sessions are a unique opportunity to exchange ideas and build long-lasting relationships with colleagues worldwide. You do not need to be a TESOL member to participate. The sessions are free and open. Check out this site to find out information about the 12 different sessions available: http://evo08sessionscfp.pbwiki.com/

I look forward to meeting you all there!