Chapter 1
Blog
WHAT IS A BLOG?
Generally, a weblog or blog is a personal diary, collaborative space,
breaking-news outlet and a collection of links to your own private views
memos to the world. In short, your blog is whatever you want it to be.
ADVANTAGES OFWEBLOGS OR BLOGS
1. They are easy to setup and administrate in contrast to other
technologies.
2. They are easier to publish all types of resources.
3. They allow instant publishing with just one click and are easy to create.
4. They can be updated easily.
BENEFITS OF USING A BLOG
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It increases the students’ motivation
It develops the communication skills of students
It keeps students informed with the most up-to-date information
It develops critical thinking
WAYS OF USING BLOGS
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Instructor weblog: weblogs written by instructors are mainly
used as an additional communication channel to share information
with students.
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Student weblog: weblogs written by students are basically
learning weblogs or project weblogs. A project weblog, often
authored by a team of students, documents the project progress
and findings.
Mr. Sami Zaareer