The document discusses using blogs in the classroom. It defines what a blog is and provides statistics on blog usage. It explains that blogs can encourage deeper student learning by increasing understanding, thought, exploration, and connections. Blogs also facilitate more interaction between students and teachers and increase positive emotions about learning. The document outlines different types of blogs and blog services that can be used in education. It notes some challenges of classroom blogging like engagement, quality, safety, and accessibility and provides tips for safe and appropriate blogging.