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Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts, and Other Powerful Web Tools for Classrooms
Blogs Wikis Podcasts and Other Powerful Web Tools for Classrooms Author:Will Richardson "Hits the nail on the head by emphasizing how technology can be used in ways that go beyond one-on-one student use with software programs and teachers' use of PowerPoint for presentations. The book emphasizes the collaborative work and learning that can occur when educators take advantage of all that the Internet has to offer." — -Erica Bo... more »ling, Assistant Professor of Literacy Education
Rutgers, The State University of New JerseyUse the Web to help students learn more, create more, and communicate more effectively!Technology impacts every facet of students' lives and plays a significant role in how students receive and process information. The second edition of Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts, and Other Powerful Web Tools for Classrooms shows educators at all levels and disciplines how to tap into the potential of digital tools for creating relevant, interactive learning experiences in the classroom.With updated research on Web technology, a critical section on Internet safety, and a new emphasis on information literacy with related links, this resource equips teachers with:
Definitions, explanations, and how-to's for using technology to enhance learning
Applications for blogs, wikis, podcasts, Real Simple Syndication (RSS) feeds, aggregators, social bookmarking, and online photo galleries
Real-world examples from K?12 teachers around the world
When teachers expand their knowledge of Web tools to build 21st-century learning skills, they can effectively prepare students for future success. (20080513)« less