Library blog with course software

One of the presenters at ALA created a library blog that was integrated into the course software (blackboard, WebCT, etc.) for classes. This article talks about how he did it:
http://www.libraryjournal.com/article/CA6269278.html

The notes for his presentation contain some useful links:
http://litablog.org/wp-content/uploads/2006/07/libraryblogpresenthandout.pdf

It seems like it would be good to have a strong presence in the courseware for classes, whether a library blog would be the best way to do that or not. Maybe just having links to useful resources in a prominent place in the courseware.