I had never blogged before this class. I never had given blogging a second thought to be more specific. I never guessed blogging could have a place in education.
My first thought of using blogs in education would be for the benefit of the educators. This can be a huge forum for teachers to ask questions, give information, received information, and so without really using any extra time from their day. Blogging can be helpful because you can visit the blog when it is convenient to you and you can receive a response or comment when it’s convenient to the other party. No more trying to coordinate schedules.
Blogs can also be used a forum for students. The students can communicate with each other about lessons and they can communicate with their teacher asking any questions that they may need for class (or homework).
Blogs can be a way for students to communicate who live far apart. If you are learning about a marine lesson in Dakota, you can blog with students in California or the Caribbean to get more information directly. A great learning experience because it helps to teach students how to communicate and how to gather information.
I think blogging would be a great opportunity for ELL students to practice their English. Blogs give the opportunity to learn grammar, spelling, and access to their new language in a visual manner.
Blogging can be a great tool in the classroom and can be an asset in the learning enviroment.
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