Maybe what they need is an authentic audience.

Hmmmm…

What about a blog?

There are many applications available that would allow

students to easily start a blog.

http://www.go2web20.net/site/?a=Blognize

http://www.go2web20.net/site/?a=Pocketmanila

http://www.go2web20.net/site/?a=Stickis

http://www.go2web20.net/app/?a=zcapes

All of these applications are free to use

Why not start blogging yourself and model for your students how rewarding blogging can be!