Web 2.0 in Education

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Christine Moore Diffusion and Integration of Technology Walden University Dr. Carol Watson Web 2.0

What is Web 2.0?: 

What is Web 2.0? Web 2.0 refers to the tools available on the Web that focus on allowing individuals to collaborate and share online. It has also been called the “Read-Write Web” (Oliver, 2010).

How did it begin?: 

How did it begin? It is unclear who first developed Web 2.0 The current definition of Web 2.0 A platform for learning, teaching, sharing Interactive, collaborative Allows individuals to work together online using a variety of tools to create

From Web 1.0 to Web 2.0: 

From Web 1.0 to Web 2.0 Web 1.0 consisted of few content creators and a majority of content users ( Cormode & Krishnamurthy, 2008). Web 1.0 also called the “Read Web” (Rosen & Nelson, 2008). Web 1.0 became popular in the 90s and allowed for information presentation Web 1.0 saw search engines that made it easier to find information Cormode & Krishnamurthy, 2008; Rosen & Nelson, 2008)

And it all changed….: 

And it all changed…. Web 2.0, also called “Read-Write Web” (Oliver, 2010; Rosen & Nelson, 2008) Allows for information presentation AND participation in the creation of information Uses Internet-based software programs; advanced knowledge not required Weblogs (blogs), wikis, social bookmarking Web 2.0 allows people to collaborate in learning and creating knowledge

Continuum of Web 1.0 to Web 2.0: 

Continuum of Web 1.0 to Web 2.0 (Rosen & Nelson, 2008)

Benefits of Web 2.0 in Education: 

Benefits of Web 2.0 in Education Increased collaboration Improved thinking skills Engaged learners Free sources Availability Ease of use Variety of tools Shared learning

Basic Timeline of Web: 

Basic Timeline of Web 1960s: creation of digitized information; databases containing encyclopedias 1970s : emergence of journals dedicated to programming "Online"; several systems operational in Europe; most "in house"; then spreading to Japan and North America, including the NASA and ERIC databases several systems operational in Europe; most "in house"; then spreading to Japan and North America, including the NASA and ERIC databases

Basic Timeline of Web: 

Basic Timeline of Web 1980s: commercial factors began to influence development; development of the URL development of the URL 1990s: first website goes online in Geneva, Switzerland; Emergence of journals dedicated to programming "Online" Emergence of journals dedicated to programming "Online" beginning of email systems, social networking

Basic Timeline of Web: 

Basic Timeline of Web 2000s: term web 2.0 coined, interactive programming available; wikis and other collaborative web-based programming available 2010s: "Cloud" computing, more variety in collaboration on the web, beginnings of the discussion/development of web 3.0 and 4.0

Adopting Web 2.0: 

Adopting Web 2.0 Positive aspects of Web 2.0 tools Compatibility Easily adapted to individual needs/preferences User-Friendly Accessible on the Internet from a variety of interfaces (computer, laptop, cell phones, etc) Meets needs to teach technological standards within the state educational standards (TEKS)

Adopting Web 2.0: 

Adopting Web 2.0 Positive aspects of Web 2.0 Trialability Opportunities to work with web-based programs with no commitment or cost prior to adoption Try only the ones that could be compatible – don’t have to try them all

Adopting Web 2.0: 

Adopting Web 2.0 Positive aspects of Web 2.0 Observability During trial phase, teachers can see the results of Web 2.0 tools use in the classroom Students will respond to teachers’ inquiries of what they like/dislike Opportunities to communicate with colleagues about various aspects and what is working/not working

Steps to Encouraging Adoption: 

Steps to Encouraging Adoption Select 2 or 3 Web 2.0 tools for the teachers to try (such as Moodle, Wiki, Edmodo) Present the selected tools to teachers who are opinion leaders in small groups Provide a forum for discussion and collaboration Allow time for the participating teachers to try the tools

Next Steps: 

Next Steps Have the participating teachers (opinion leaders) share their experiences with colleagues in small groups Provide information for the collaboration forum Provide support from the initial teachers to the ones who are trying the tools next Provide opportunities for teachers to meet to discuss the tools

Diffusion Approach: 

Diffusion Approach Centralized approach currently in place Decisions made by administration (top-down) Basis of decisions are results of research by outside experts and administrative technical experts Innovation determined by availability Low rate of diffusion/adoption Decentralized approach recommended Horizontal networking of innovation by peers Decisions made by those who will be using the innovation Basis of decision are results of experimentation Innovation determined by current needs; problem-solving Higher rate of adoption

Achieving Integration: 

Achieving Integration Shape individuals’ perceptions of the innovation Integration of Web 2.0 is inevitable One-to-one initiatives already in place Students familiar with online environments Improved learning Students are more receptive to technologically enhanced curriculum Higher interest = higher engagement = more learning

Why do we need Web 2.0?: 

Why do we need Web 2.0? To better meet the needs of a rapidly changing society To prepare students for a future that is undefined To recapture the excitement in education To provide the best possible education possible, using all resources at our disposal

Don’t be left behind…: 

Don’t be left behind… Technology is rapidly changing the face of education Technology is embedded within the state standards (TEKS) in all subject areas at all levels To do otherwise would be holding our children back from a technology-rich future, limiting their success

Video Links: 

Video Links Tim O’Reilly Talks Web 2.0. (2010). Fora.tv. Retrieved from http://fora.tv/2009/04/02/Tim_OReilly_Talks_Web_20 Web 2.0. (2006). Retrieved from YouTube http://youtu.be/nsa5ZTRJQ5w Teach Different. (2006). Retrieved from YouTube http://youtu.be/w3PhJDxvgJM I teach, therefore you learn….or do you? (2009). Retrieved from YouTube http://youtu.be/6AWYIit1uNk Vesper, S. (2009). Blogs, wikis, and the online tools that make them pop. Retrieved from http://www.slideshare.net/suziea/blogs-wikis-and-web-20-tools-in-education-presentation

References: 

References Cormode, G & Krishnamurthy, B. (2008) Key differences between web1.0 and web2.0. First Monday. 13(6). Hall, J. L. (2011). Online retrieval history; how it all began: some personal recollections. Journal of Documentation , 67(1), 182-193. doi:10.1108/00220411111105506 Keengwe, J., & Kidd, T.. (2010). Technology Integration and Urban Schools: Implications for Instructional Practices. International Journal of Information and Communication Technology Education, 6 (3), 51.  Retrieved from ProQuest Computing. (Document ID: 2128662941).

References: 

References Oliver, K. (2010) Integrating web 2.0 across the curriculum. TechTrends 54(2). Patroux. (2011). Keys and colors. [audio file] Retrieved from http://www.jamendo.com/en/album/93798 Rogers, E. (2003). Diffusion of innovations (5th ed.). New York: Free Press. Rosen, D., & Nelson, C. (2008). Web 2.0: A New Generation of Learners and Education. Computers in the Schools , 25(3/4), 211-225. doi:10.1080/07380560802370997 Weis, A. H. (2010). Commercialization of the Internet. Internet Research , 20(4), 420-435. doi:10.1108/10662241011059453