In my life right now, I have heard Blog more frequently and not just because I am taking this class.  Our principal asked us to give our advice on a common problem in our reading instruction especially when using AR (acclerated reader).  She wanted us to post what we do when we have children get 85% or lower on a quiz.  I believe she did this so many could tell of their problem solving and strategies when coming upon this problem.   It was interesting to see how other teachers at other grade levels did respond and what they are using.  I also have a son in middle school who is encouraged in his computer class to blog and give his ideas on different books and units of study.  He also told me he did a pod-cast!!!!  My daughter who is at Grand Valley State University this year as a freshman must also use blogs in her studies.  Her professor just used this after he assigned them to visit the Grand Rapids Art Museum.   He wanted them all to discuss which pieces of art they were drawn to, and then had to write a paper.  These blogs are giving students who are not as vocal and outgoing a voice, and a chance to participate where they may not participate in a classroom.  I really like the blogging concept for junior high, high school, and college settings.  I am not so sure about it at my level of teaching 2nd grade).