Blogging in the Classroom

I hope to use my blog in my classroom to poll, and have the students take a stance on different science topics. Biotechnology, genetic engineering, and using science in there everyday life are just some of the ideas I have begun to explore. I think this a way for them to learn to take a position and support their decisions. This would be a great way to make cross curricular connections and practice effective writing. This would count as a homework assignment, and will create a rubric for this. I hope this will be another way to prepare them for higher education while still covering course content.
~Michele