A blog — shorthand for “web log” — is an online tool that allows an individual to write, edit, and publish a collection of entries about anything (e.g., political commentaries, personal reflections, product reviews, etc.). Entries are commonly displayed in reverse-chronological order, and readers can respond to entries by posting “comments.” Blogs are an increasingly accepted instructional technology tool, offering many educational benefits. Teachers can use blogs in their courses to promote open discussion and dialogue among students.
To help the UC Merced community reap some of the benefits of blogging, the Merritt Writing Program has created the MWP Blog Project site. Anyone with an email address at ucmerced.edu can sign up instantly and be blogging in minutes.