Technology has not only influenced our social life, but it has also influenced are education. I think school 2.0 will acknowledge the resources that will facilitate classrooms for the future. As a future teacher I want to use blogging, podcast, web 2.0's, and the internet in order to illustrate important facts in history. Its a new age where students just wont have to listen to lecture but incorporate their ideas too.
For instance, The Harvard study results were that if students participate in small group they will be better prepared, learn more, and will participate. Therefore, social learning will be a definite must in future schools. As the article says "we participate therefore we are." The growth and evolution of the internet has given students a new medium to declare their opinion. "55% of students raging from 12-17 years of age participate in a social network." It is up to educators to use those networks for their advantage. These sites are promoting reading and writing with engaging tools.
What I found interesting was the use of "CyberOne" and the "Digital Study Hall." I do not know if they would implement these strategies in public school but only time will tell. I think both assisted their students with a first glimpse of virtual education with a traditional education. The possibilities are endless its really going to make things better for the student and the teacher.
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