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Module 1: Creating an academic blog

In this module, I learned how to create my own blog for our ELT purposes. My classmates and I discussed the reasons why blogging is a good tool for ELT classes, and we got a chance to see each other's blogs in the breakout rooms. 

I think that during the discussion on the Canvas forums, I could see a lot of ideas about what we could use blogs for, and what should I include in a class blog. When I have a look at the additional resources, especially the sample blogs part, I was also blown away by the numerous types of blogs created by many teachers and organizations for various different purposes. I think that those blogs are going to be really useful for teachers and students (myself included) on our English learning/teaching journey. My favourite blog is the one I mentioned in my reply in the discussion post: Film English by Kieran Donaghy. I really like the idea of using films to teach English, I think films really make English lessons much more interesting.

On the other hand, I am not so sure about using blogs in the English classes that I am teaching, mainly because my students are used to getting information from social media and texting apps like Messenger or Zalo. Nevertheless, perhaps I might give it a try in the future.

Personally, I am also running my own "blog" called I'm a Learner - it is actually a Facebook page where I write about the things I learned in my life. I have always loved writing and sharing useful lessons with others, and I have always dreamt of becoming a professional writer. Therefore, I believe that the lessons I learned from this module, specifically how to create a blog, could be really helpful if I decide to pursue my career as a writer in the future.   

That is everything I want to share for this week. Thank you for reading 💓




Comments

  1. Hà TúFebruary 5, 2024 at 1:15 AM

    I think your blog is well-organized and minimalistic. I can easily tell your introduction and blogging section apart. The color is also easy to the eyes. Additionally, your refective journal is informative, as I can grasp a lot of information about blogging in ELT by reading it. Your work is inspired, and I believe you can keep it up in the following sections.

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  2. Ms. Khanh HuyenFebruary 5, 2024 at 5:58 AM

    Hi, Hoàn. It's a pleasure to read your sharing (as usual). Through this post, not only can I have the chance to review the previous lesson but I can also learn something about you. I think I will read through Kieran Donaghy's soon thanks to your sharing. Besides, I find that you seem to be an avid reader, so why don't you start blogging as your side job?

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  3. Cao Thành CôngFebruary 5, 2024 at 9:44 AM

    Hello! Thanks for your sharing. It is very insightful. And I love the color you chose for your blog; it feels friendly and welcoming.
    I have also followed your "blog" - I'm a Learner. It is quite wholesome and interesting to read. You showed great reflective skills, something that I myself do not usually do. I think I will start journaling and reflecting more often.

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