Title: Web 2.0 in Education
Course: Web Tools for Courses

A brief introduction on what Web 2.0 can do for your classroom.

What is Web 2.0? Click here for more info. The term seems to be dying out as any website that does not provide a rich user experience is abandoned these days for something more interactive that allows for user generated content and social networking. What you will see below is a way that some of these tools can be integrated using Moodle to create a more engaging learning experience for your students (not to mention, free up time and effort for the aspects of teaching that we really enjoy).

This method of course content management gives the teacher the freedom to become a more of a facilitator by freeing him/her from many of the bookkeeping responsibilities that have been piling up for the last few years.

Click here for information on the 6 Design Principles for the 21st Century Classroom from the Apple Classrooms of Tomorrow site.

Technology's impact on learning is well documented. Using Web 2.0 tools in your classroom will help engage your learners; foster collaboration; provide real-world significance; increase your students' audience; not to mention, make learning more fun.

is a site that offers how-to videos for the technology classroom that teaches you about Web 2.0 tools in 5 min. or less.

All teachers are familiar with Bloom's Taxonomy, | The Differentiator is an interactive way that will help you plan your lessons incorporating tools you will find in this course. Click on the objectives you have for your content to create a multi-layered lesson that addresses higher levels of thinking.

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