This document discusses how to effectively use blogs in education. It defines blogs as online journals for communication and discussion. Blogs can add depth to class discussions by giving quiet students a voice and engaging students in the reading and writing process. Studies show blogs increase student participation and engagement. However, tools are not effective without good pedagogy. The document provides tips for facilitating online discussions and examples of expectations to guide student participation. It also stresses the importance of good questioning to eliminate plagiarism and facilitate higher-order thinking. Finally, it discusses specific blogging platforms and considerations for choosing an appropriate tool.