I will first try to use a blog in my classroom.  I feel using a blog during class will promote student participation and thought.  My students will enjoy having the ability to use as much wait time as they need to gather and organize their thoughts.  Students who usually do not participate an overwhelming amount will be able to express their thoughts without the stress of participating in front of the class.  When we return in the fall I will try to use the technology tools at a higher level.