Why Blog?
"Fill your paper with the breathings of your heart." -William Wordsworth
"The Common Core standards don’t just suggest novel technology use as a way to “engage students,” but rather requires learners to make complex decisions about how, when, and why to use technology–something educators must do as well." -Terry Heick
"Blogging with other students is amazing because they can read about what I am thinking and I can learn about them!"
-Noor, 7th Grade
With the inception of Common Core standards and The No Child Left Behind Act, all educators require teaching literacy across the curriculum. Getting kids to write, especially the weaker writers, can be a challenge in itself but getting kids to write about math can be even more challenging – unless you use blogging as your literacy tactic.
Blog writing is informal, unlike academic writing, which may be intimidating to some, if not all, of your students. Blog writing takes the pressure off of writing and gives your students a voice in a safe environment, even if you or your students stepping out of your comfort zone.
What is a Blog?
Blog is short for web log. It’s a bit like an online diary or journal, except blogs aren’t necessarily private, instead they’re created for an audience. And just like a diary or journal, a blog is relaxed, making it an easy and comfortable way for students to get writing.
Blogs are written on all kinds of topics from A to Z. Readers can usually leave comments, which lead to discussions about the blog’s content. For example, a blog about flipping your classroom can lead to a discussion between novice and experienced teachers about common questions, advice, tips, and clarifications.
-Christopher Pappas How To Use Blogs In the Classroom
How can Teachers and Students use Blogs?
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Teachers can use blogs to publish assignments, resources, and keep students and even parents up to date on class events, due dates, and content being covered.
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Teachers can also use blogs to help students’ master content and improve their writing skills.
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Students can use blogs to publish their writing and educate others on a particular topic.
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Students can also create blogs for the chess club or the yearbook club, the football team or the upcoming prom.
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Suggests above are from Christopher Pappas How To Use Blogs In the Classroom