Why could blogging change or not change the traditional classroom?

I believe that blogging could change the traditional classroom because mainly it is more compatible with the learning style of the new generation of students also known as the "digital natives". Today's students are already using it within their social networks to swap relevant knowledge, so why not capitalize on that and incorporate it in the 21st century classroom?
Used efficiently, blogging can be an educationally valid tool that can enhance students'academic experience by opening the door to massive amount of information, by allowing them to connect with much larger networks (beyond classmates, they can establish relationships with other schools nation wide and on a international scale as well), and most importantly by developing higher order thinking and literacy skills: indeed students are forced to process and synthesize tons of information and leverage their contributions in writing.
In my opinion, blogging is an open and inviting form of communication that creates an environment for everyone since everyone including shy students as well as students with learning disabilities can participate, reflect on their learning and get feedback from their peers and teachers. In one word, the concept of blogging allows a learning platform/network beyond the classroom that is available at any time to anyone; the knowledge is no longer limited in the classroom and in the textbooks.
There is no doubt that technology as a whole and precisely blogging will create a learning shift in the traditional classroom and will promote networks of learners.