6 Strong Reasons Why Students Should Blog
With the advent of EdTech, students are using the Internet even more to get information about something. Resourceful content over the Internet is a necessity for students these days. Not even a single day goes by without surfing the net.
One of the various content forms that have gained popularity globally is blogging. Although students are insatiably curious, they also like entertainment. They may read blogs daily that feature intriguing stories or catch their interest.
But, it is noteworthy that blogging about a topic is more interesting than reading about it. Moreover, blogging comes with a host of benefits. Let's explore some reasons why students should blog.
1. Sharpens the Brain's Performance
Researchers have long known that writing about personal experiences can be beneficial (thoughts, stories, opinions, or anything you want). Furthermore, studies show that writing helps boost memory and sleep. Thus, the most crucial benefit of blogging may be the growth of a student's thinking.
Blogging can help students connect the dots more quickly and effectively. It improves students' critical thinking and elevates their learning level beyond simply "knowing" and "remembering" the written content.
2. Gives Voice to Passion
Blogs are dynamic and incredibly adaptable media. Students can find excellent blog posts on just about any topic by searching for it on Google, preferably with the phrase "best blog" added. Almost 7.5 million blog posts are created each day. What you will learn during the process is that people have an underlying passion for practically anything.
Now, imagine students searching for "best blogs for students." They'll come across numerous blogs written by students featuring posts about marginalization, traveling experiences, healthy recipes, mental illness, beauty, and a host of other topics. Blogs, in some respects, are the new "show and tell," allowing students to share their infectious passion for topics of interest.
3. Builds a Reputation
Once a person secures their first job, their professional reputation gradually begins. However, students can use blogging to establish their reputation on the solid foundation of their blogs.
Imagine a middle-aged person with a top job in a worldwide recognized company. The person has worked up the ladder and is in a prestigious position in their company. In fact, a dozen news items about the person have been written by well-known periodicals. Note that the person never needed to first establish their online reputation. Instead, their reputation was developed by their real-world work, achievements, and experiences.
But, the year 2022 is different. Competition among students is high. So, to stand out from the crowd, they can build their reputation before joining a college or a workplace with the help of a blog.
4. Builds a Portfolio
Academic and professional courses vary, but you will undoubtedly find a blogging format to suit your career aspirations well. A blog can be used to do all of the following:
- Post images of your latest photography, graphic designs, animations, architecture plans, 3D models, etc.
- Post videos to present the brilliance of your last feature film project.
- Content that delves into industry matters and theoretical musings or demonstrates practical experiences.
Once you have a blog, you can mention your blog's address on the top of your resume when submitting it to potential employers. Your blog would serve as your portfolio.
You can use it to demonstrate your abilities to companies before the interview. Your blog will not only help you stand out from the rest, but it will also be much more informative than your two-page resume.
5. Enables Networking With Industry Professionals
A student's insightful and well-written blog may catch the eye of industry professionals. They might even engage with the blog, which could be meaningful for a student. However, a blog cannot be utilized solely for networking purposes. The best tools for networking online are still LinkedIn and Twitter.
Students can connect their Twitter or LinkedIn profiles with their blogs. In fact, 97% of bloggers use social media platforms to increase their blog engagement and connect with more people. The following can catch the attention of industry professionals:
- Writing reviews of their books
- Writing a blog post in response to something they've written
- Offering to guest post for them
- Mentioning them in a post (with a link)
There could be countless ways. Students just have to be creative to come up with something different.
6. Broadens Perspectives
Quality content can increase blog traffic by 2,000%. So, when students consistently post informative, valuable, and engaging content on their blogs, their blog gets ample engagement over time. The entire world opens up to them.
Subsequently, they might receive an email (or message on Twitter or LinkedIn) from someone interested in collaborating on a project. Or, someone can connect with them to share their difference of opinion about a specific topic written about on the blog halfway across the world.
A student's perspective on how individuals differ depending on where they live is altered by blogging for a global audience. Students develop empathy when they relate to readers personally. As their field of view increases, so does the scope of their thinking and writing, revealing fresh perspectives. Through their blog, they are connected to people in ways they may have never anticipated.
Wrapping Up
Blogging is a prevalent genre. Students who write engaging, relevant, and insightful blog posts can improve their writing abilities, hone their critical thinking skills, and better comprehend how they fit into the world. It is an opportunity to explore the world. So, why not act on it?