A Day in the
Life of Web 2.0
On a
daily basis most educators use the internet and technology in the lessons they
present to the class. Most of this
technology probably occurs through the use of power points, Smart notebook
presentations, or websites. These
efforts are nothing compared to what I just learned from the article, A Day in the Life of Web 2.0. The
teachers at the school discussed in the article take technology to a whole new level. Web 2.0 tools are interwoven into every aspect
of their day. The teachers take full
advantage of Web 2.0 with their students as well as their colleagues.
In
most articles I read I often find myself saying, “I already do that”. A Day
in the Life of Web 2.0 is not one of these articles. I was in awe of what these teachers are accomplishing
through technology. The way that they
are able to communicate with each other, share lessons, collaborate, and use
professional development through the linking of blogs was amazing. I especially loved the way that the physical
education was able to integrate his lessons by reading the blogs of the content
teachers. So many times throughout the
day we don’t have time to stop and talk.
Communicating what you are doing through a blog allows for teachers to
access what you are doing at anytime.
The
use of Web 2.0 tools for student education may be even more inspiring. Having students take charge of their own education
through the use wikis and podcasts is extremely innovative. Allowing parents to connect to the wiki takes
the experience to another level. The parents no longer have to ask what they
student learned in school. They now know
exactly what they learned and even know exactly how their child participated in
the discussion. Students, teachers, and parents
are tuned into the learning experience.
This
district’s use of Web 2.0 tools connects every to each child’s education. From
the superintendent all way to the parent everyone is able to get in on the action
by reading blogs, accessing podcasts, and viewing wiki sites. Many teachers may
feel this is too much or a waste of time, but getting everyone involved in each
child’s education is sure to help with student achievement.
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