Web+2.0

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INTRODUCTION
While definitions of Web 2.0 vary, common to all is the idea that Web 2.0 is the second generation of web development and web design, which facilitates communication, collaboration, social networking and information sharing. Less is the change in technology compared to the change in how people use the web. Web users have become active participants rather than observers. Google List of Definitions

Tammy Worcester
An awesome presenter, Tammy provides "Tips for Teachers," links to many free sites, how-to help and more. Great site that is updated regularly.

Only 2 Clicks
A great site for creating links to a variety of pages. See my page for an example: @http://only2clicks.com/pages/steingraber

**Mr. Croley**
Excellent website created by a fifth grade teacher, Mr. Croley. Explore the ColeyCast and StudyCast links on the left to see how podcasts can be used in education.

**CogDogRoo**
Same link you will see on Resources page, worth the repetition and worth the exploration. Notice that the portal used is **wikispaces**!

**Martin**
A technology resource teacher from Frederick County, Maryland has created a great site with various topics of interest. Navigation is similar to this wiki.

**Award Winning Wikispaces**
Three great educational wikis are briefly discussed in this blog. Links to the mentioned wikis are provided.

Blogs
===Blogger.com=== Google's free weblog publishing tools. Easy to use with a professional look.

Kidblog.org
Geared toward elementary and junior high classrooms, this blog is simple to use and provides privacy for your students.

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Educational Wikis
Wiki about wikis in education. Site provides articles and a list of existing educational wikis to "learn from."

Techbones Wiki
Doug Shatzer has created an awesome site with great examples of technology used in education. Be sure to see how teachers use wikis in their classrooms, within the "Wiki??" link on the left sidebar.

Blogs, Vogs, Wikis, and Podcasts
Podcasting resources abound on this site compiled by Sue LeBleau.

Wikis in Education
Scroll down the page to find wikis used by educators from a variety of educational settings and academic levels.

PBWorks
Great wiki site for the classroom. Free "Basic" plan allows 1 workspace and 2GB storage. Formerly known as PBWiki.

Wikispaces
Awesome wiki building site, as witnessed by what you are currently viewing!

Kathy Schrock's List: Web 2.0 Tools
Listed are several web 2.0 tools that can be freely accessed

Best Online Collaboration Tools Web
Web created through MindMeister by Robin Good. Provides links to many web 2.0 resources.

VoiceThread
"A tool for having conversations around media." Great idea for classroom collaboration. Worth the time to explore. Free educator subscription with 2GB storage.

WetPaint
Free website. Many options and many ads, but it is free!

Cool Tools for Schools
Site provides links to tons of tools, for creating presentations, research, slideshows, organizing, images and more!

Voki

 * Create your very own avatar to embed on your site. You can use preset voices as I have done, or record your own voice. This is a free service. **

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