Web 2.0

Web 2.0 presents opportunities never before available, as well as enhances already-existing tools. Things like the Wikis and RSS feeds give opportunity for online collaboration, possibly with classmates for a group project. Also, something like podcasting could help students who missed a day of class or parents who want to hear what the teacher is teaching, as discussed in class. The visual programs could be beneficial for students who want to do presentations. Things like the virtual whiteboards make note-taking and organizing data easier. Communication tools like Skype could bring to life other students from around-the-world, possibly making international collaboration a part of the classroom. Blogs could be used by teachers to communicate with students and parents or by students as a way of keeping track of their progress and assignments. The list could go on...