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Can technology make a more interactive classroom?

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What is a blog?

A blog is a website where people can express their ideas and thoughts. Moreover, people who are interested in your post can make comments or argue about the topic. The blog can be edited or eliminated when the owner wants. For journalist, blogs are very useful. However, teachers are starting to use blogs with students to improve the learning process.

Why use blogger with students?

Blogger can be a useful tool for the teaching process. Students can practice writing and reading in their house and in the classroom. Three important aspects to consider are:

·        Classroom interaction:

Normally blogs are short journals; thus, students can read it fast in the classroom and make some comments about the topic. All students can participate and share their thoughts

·        Critical thinking:

Most of the time blogs are about interesting and controversial topics. As a result, students have to develop critical thinking in order to make the comments. Besides, if a student does not know anything about the topic he or she has to do research before participate.

·        Creativity:

Creativity is another important aspect to consider. Assigning students to do a blogger involves a lot of creativity and imagination. Technology and creativity also make students feel interesting in developing a blog for which later the classmates have to read and interact.