A blog (an abridgment of the term web log) is a website, usually maintained by an individual, with regular entries of commentary, descriptions of events, or other material such as graphics or video. Entries are commonly displayed in reverse chronological order. "Blog" can also be used as a verb, meaning to maintain or add content to a blog.

Many blogs provide commentary or news on a particular subject; others function as more personal online diaries. A typical blog combines text, images, and links to other blogs, web pages, and other media related to its topic. The ability for readers to leave comments in an interactive format is an important part of many blogs.

Student blogs are available through Blackboard under each course.  The course administrator needs to activate the blog tool.  Once activated the blog can be accessed through the menu commands on the left (either the Student Tools or Communication button).

Click on the Blog Tool choice to go into the blog for the course.

To add a new entry to the blog you just click New Entry at the top right 1. Once you create the entry and click save the entry will appear at the top of the blog page 2. If anyone comments on your entry then the comment will appear below the blog entry 3.