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Introduction to BlogsOverviewWhat are blogs?What are they good for?How to Use them in ClassThe PDPI BlogExcursion RequirementWhat are Blogs?Blog is short for WeblogFrequently updated online journalFree, easy-to-use, and offer many user-generated items.PhotosVideoLinksPopular blog-making sitesBlogger.comWordpress.comTumblr.comWhat are they Good for?Build closer relationships between students in a large classEncourage shy students to participateFluency buildingProvide extra reading practice for studentsIncrease sense of community in classStimulate out-of-class discussionServes as online portfolio of student workHow to Use them in Class Class BlogStudents can further explore topics talked about in classTeachers can post videosIndividual BlogsStudents can start their own blogs explore and post about their own interestsStudents can document experiences learning English

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