Web 2.0 is the new phenomenon in education. It allows teachers to use the internet in different ways in the classroom. Which leads us to the term "School 2.0". This is an extension of Web 2.0 and what teachers are calling their newest emerging resource. School 2.0 is a way for students to learn in many different ways outside of the classroom with books. It allows students to learn in places other than school. They can learn at home or in the community.
Richard Macmanus states in his article, Web 2.0 is not about version numbers or betas, " Web 2.0 is everyday, non-technical people using the Web to enhance their lives and businesses." I think this sums up what Web 2.0 is to a tee. It is just everyday people using the web to better their everyday lives. The article from Technology & Learning brings up a good point about why teachers should use Web 2.0 in learning. They have found that many students these days already use the internet through social networking and media to communicate with other students. So why not use that technology in the classroom? It would be a great way to maximize learning experiences for many students.
As for the future of for schools and learning, I think many new teachers will be open to the idea of using this type of technology on the classroom. Many teachers that have come right out of the classrooms themselves understand the impact that technology makes on students. I definitely think Web 2.0 is emerging and will be a highly used resource in years to come.
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