Web 2.0 is the way of the future for today's modern classroom. Don't know what it is? Web 2.0 encompasses all the "cloud" applications on the web available for us - many of them free!!! These applications are not downloaded to separate computers. Instead, they are accessed by simply going online and signing in. This allows you to access data, software, documents - whatever - from ANY computer. All you need is internet access. No need to download memory-heavy software, either. You can store huge amounts of data online, from simple documents to videos and photos. Worried about a fire destroying your precious photos and videos? Store them online!
The thing is this: Use the tools or get left behind and be seen as a classroom dinosaur. It's our JOB as teachers to know about these things, and to introduce our students to them. Not only that - it's a blast! And makes our lives LESS complicated, not more.
Two of my personal favorites are Google Docs and Picasa. I can store all my documents and photos online, but also SHARE them. I use them ALL the time. Some others? Skype, and GetDropBox to store HUGE amounts of data online. Great for video trading with my production partner in Tennessee.
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