When I think of Web 2.0 I instantly think of websites such
as: Facebook.com, Bebo.com, and Myspace.com where you connect with family,
friends, and superstars across the world. Growing up as a teenager with my
cousins and friends I grew to love the Bebo.com website and later met
Myspace.com. Users get to design their page, upload videos, upload pictures,
and post comments. It was not until after my high-school graduation as a
freshman in college in the year 2008 when I became a Facebook.com.
Simply a “Web 2.0 is an Internet trend that puts the
authorship of online content into the hands of a websites’ users, has become
very common in educational circles, what educators are hearing more about today
are discussions around social networking (Robyler & Doering, 2013, p.225).”
Educators today has all benefited from Web 2.0 resources. Teachers
incorporate Web 2.0 resources through their educational plan and teaching by:
web-casting, blogs, videos, etc. Nowadays educators and teachers must stay
up-to-date with technology, web resources, and tools that can help improve your
classroom teaching. Students just love classroom interaction that includes
videos, such as YouTube. As an educator we must stay current with the next
generation.
Below you will find videos and information regarding children
coloring. The name of my project is: “Color Me Perfect.” Just for kids! Jump
on!
Try our slideshow maker at Animoto.
Color Barney
Why Do We Color?
Early Childhood Coloring Information
For students alike, use animation to keep learning fun and students engaged! http://t.co/fxPY5gn3kB #ukedchat #cpchat
— Mark Brumley (@markbrumley) July 4, 2013
As an educator we must stay current, so that we don't become an old-school teacher. Web 2.0 rocks! #ED505UWARAY
— Brittany Lewis (@BrittLew0712) July 10, 2013
References:
Robyler, M.D., & Doering, A.H. (2013). Integrating educational technology into teaching. Boston,
MA: Pearson Education, Inc.
You're right. Social media has come a long way. Things are so different from the MySpace days. Now, there is such a variety of social media outlets and the possibilities are endless when it comes to sharing our life experiences with others. The good thing about the developments and creations of these resources is that there is also a great variety of resources for teachers to use. There are so many options when it comes to educational tools on the Internet. And though we'll have to keep ourselves updated on them, they can be so helpful!
ReplyDeleteYes, the internet has come a long's way today with so much technology. The social sites has become very useful for educators, colleagues, etc. Education is the new key to technology, it works hand-in-hand.
ReplyDeleteYou know Brittany, it seems like you and I are similar in the way we have "grown" to embrace technology in the classroom and your church!! I think if we stick to this technology thing, we may just benefit ourselves, our students, and our communities!
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