Web 2.0 How-to for Educators

by Gwen Solomon, Lynne Schrum

Ignite creativity by weaving Web 2.0 tools into the classroom. In this expanded and fully updated edition, the authors of the best-selling Web 2.0: New Tools, New Schools introduce you to more collaborative tools and expertly lead you through classroom and professional applications that help expand student and teacher learning.

Genres: Education, Technology

314 pages, Paperback

First published October 15, 2010

Reviews

[Marcia · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a terrific resource for teachers who want to incorporate technology into their teaching. With descriptions of each tool, actual examples of how teachers use it effectively, step-by-step directions for getting started, and additional resources, teachers are sure to find something they want to try with their students.
A nice addition to the professional library.

[Fed · Rating 3 out of 5]

The information is valid and useful, but unfortunately, like with any book about technology, by the time these books become paper, their information is outdated. The same principle is true for this book. This book is Good, but collecting this information from reputable recent article might be better for readers who are looking to find out about the latest tools in Web 2.0

[Mark · Rating 4 out of 5]

A book of resources that introduces educators to a world of Web tools that can foster collaboration in the classroom. The book offers a concise look at how blogs, wikis, social media and other tools can be used to engage students; it does not encourage the use of technology for technology's sake. A useful resource.

[Teresa Potter]

This is a good introductory gloss to web 2.0 tools to be used in education. I would use it as a tool to teach an undergraduate 200 level course in ed tech or for an introductory graduate level course.

[Andres Avila · Rating 4 out of 5]

Una buena guía básica para docentes que desean utilizar recursos de la Web 2.0 en sus clases.

[Karen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Used this for a class and felt it was a bit outdated. It discussed Google Reader which is no longer supported.

[Annette · Rating 5 out of 5]

For someone new to technology in the classroom, this is an easy to read, jam-packed text full of tools explained. If you want a paperless classroom, you need this book!

[Rebecca · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nothing really new in this one. Read for PBE class.