I teach eighth grade mathematics and science. I feel that a blog is a great way for students to connect with your class, even when they may be somewhere else. I would use a blog as a place for students to find useful information, including additional copies of assignments, notes, and links to additional resources. This would also prove beneficial for parents who like to stay on top of their child's classwork. I would also use it as a place to show off what we are doing in class each day, as well as exemplary student work. These things all combine to provide students with a greater opportunity for success. Additionally, my blog could be used to assist fellow educators who are looking for an example of what someone else is doing in a similar grade level.