Blogging for English-Language Learners

Blogging is a very powerful tool in and of itself. Whether it's a personal or professional blog, blogging has the power to unleash learning, reflection, and communication. Even more, a blog can help spread your words and ideas to a wider audience and, as a result, a wider reach. Blogging for English-language learners (ELLs) can tap into students' and teachers' utmost communicative potential and help expand and widen learning opportunities. Benefits of Blogging It's important for the teacher to discuss the benefit of blogging with her or his students, as this will inform how they learn through it. Provides an opportunity for reflection by students and their teacher Opens up student writing to a wider audience Provides an opportunity to practice writing and communication skills Builds a learning support community Empowers student voice Provides a platform for peer feedback Motivates and engages students in higher-level communicative learning. (Click image to enlarge.) Blogging for Students

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