Blogs in the biology classroom allow students to develop their technology skills and utilise these in a collaborative environment where they are engaged and motivated in their learning. Brunsell and
Cimino (2009) indicate that although students were apprehensive at using blogs as a part of their learning a sense of confidence is gained through their peers and teacher. The subject content becomes less frightening through the blogs and the confidence gained was then developed back into the classroom and increased participation levels. Students are able to self-direct their learning through their own research and at their own pace. The knowledge of content becomes stronger along with confidence. Blogs in the biology classroom increase confidence, participation and success.
Cimino (2009) indicate that although students were apprehensive at using blogs as a part of their learning a sense of confidence is gained through their peers and teacher. The subject content becomes less frightening through the blogs and the confidence gained was then developed back into the classroom and increased participation levels. Students are able to self-direct their learning through their own research and at their own pace. The knowledge of content becomes stronger along with confidence. Blogs in the biology classroom increase confidence, participation and success.
Brunsell, E. & Cimino, C. (2009). Investigating the Impact of weekly Weblog Assignments on the Learning Environment of a Secondary Biology Course. Technology and Social Media. Retrieved from http://ourspace.uregina.ca/bitstream/10294/2956/2/ie15%282%29_A3Investigating%20the%20Impact%20of%20Weekly%20Weblog%20Assignments.pdf
