Using technological tools in a classroom environment

Since we had to read several articles on culture and the use of online tools in the language classroom, I came to the conclusion that I would definitively use a blog in my class. I think it is a good way for students to be up-to-date. Furthermore, I would be able to answer the students' questions from home. However, I do not think I would do a tandem-learning project because I realized how complicated it is even if it could be very interesting. Often, students have problem to get in touch with their partners which decrease their level of motivation...

Would you use blogs in your classroom?

Personally, I would use it in a classroom environment to post homework for the students who are missing classes. However, it should not be an excuse to start missing classes. I would also use it for "last minute" comments or pieces of advice before to submit an essay. Would you use blogs in your classroom?

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