Blogging Pros and Cons in Adult Learning
Is blogging the same as discussion board activity? Blogging and discussion boards have several similarities. Both are online tools that can be used to discussion information. Also, blogs and discussion boards can be used for collaborative learning. A difference blogs are a public venue where the world can read posts. Whereas the discussion board is on Canvas, a learning management system online, which is password protected so only classmates can see discussion board comments and allows students opportunities to complete their homework at their leisure. PROS of Blogging There are several advantages of blogging in adult education. A blog is a free-web based tool which is easily accessible. Blogging provides an adult learner with opportunities to further refine writing skills, critical thinking and ability to implement technology. Also, a blog is a student-focused learning environment which fosters peer interactions ( Kuo, Belland, & Kuo, 2017 ). As an adul...