A weblog or blog is an online journal which uses simple software to publish information on the internet. Common blogging tools include:
http://www.blogger.com
http://www.livejournal.com
There are many reasons to blog. They include:
PERSONAL - Keeping track of personal information and memories
Examples:
Laurie Halse Anderson
Pound
Split Rock Revelations
PROFESSIONAL - Keeping the public updated on your company's goings-ons and latest news.
Examples:
Harbor News
The Purl Bee
The Storque
INFORMATIONAL - Linking to and providing a discussion point for current news and events. These can be specialized or open-ended.
Examples:
Cooking with Amy
Slashdot
Offbeat Bride
For teachers, having a blog can be helpful to:
Provide an easy to use homepage for a class or club where kids can read important information, download files, and post comments.
Lauren's English AP Blog
Share and promote your students' accomplishments with parents, community members, and funders.
NYHS Internships by Sam
Community Clean Up by Melissa
Create a virtual discussion about class topics or issues.
Intro to NY Harbor Blog
Make a blog today using blogger.com!! It has a simple, easy-to-use and highly customizable interface.
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