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Web 2.0 Technology Tools. By Dona Sisk EDUC 8841. Why Wikis and Blogs. Peer-to-peer collaboration Project-oriented learning Connection to community More meaningful learning. Functionality in the Classroom (students). Familiarity with technology Interest in utilizing technology
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Web 2.0 Technology Tools By Dona Sisk EDUC 8841
Why Wikis and Blogs • Peer-to-peer collaboration • Project-oriented learning • Connection to community • More meaningful learning
Functionality in the Classroom (students) • Familiarity with technology • Interest in utilizing technology • Develop skills needed for online collaboration
Research shows… • Promotes interaction and communication (Usluel & Mazman, 2009) • One of most important ways of obtaining effective outcomes with technologies is individuals’ acceptance and usage of technology (Usluel & Mazman, 2009) • Wikis are beneficial in enhancing collaborative work situations among students (Chao & Parker, 2007)
Barriers in the classroom • Teacher uncertainty • Training time and effort • Psychology of online behavior in classroom
References • Chao, J. & Parker, K. (2007). Wiki as a teaching tool. Interdisciplinary Journal of Knowledge and Learning Objects, 3, 57-71. Retrieved from http://ijello.org/Volume3/IJKLOv3p057-072Parker284.pdf • Rogers, E. (2003) Diffusion of innovations(5th ed.). New York: Free Press. • Usluel, Y. & Mazman, S. (2009). Adoption of Web 2.0 tools in distance education. International Journalof Human Sciences, 6(2), 89-98. Retrieved from: http://www.insanbilimleri.com/en