This week in ECO II we talked about Web 2.0 Resources and the new tools in technology that can be applied in teaching a language.
Today, I came across this website called DISCOVERY EDUCATION and I could expand my knowledge on today's new technological tools for Communication and Education. (http://web2014.discoveryeducation.com/)
I would like to quote this paragraph from the website that is really interesting for teachers: "As our students become more entreched in technology, we need tools that can help us keep up with the ever-changing online landscape. Simple new tools make it easier than ever to plug in. From blogs and wikis to incredible presentation and video integration tools, nothing is too cool for school. This collection of Web 2.0 toold and online apps will have you talking and teaching tech in no time".
Then, within the same website, you can explore 20.14 tools online, from 'Presentation tools' to 'Related links'. You can also learn about different Tech tips and Intenet safety, so it is a well-designed and complete website to visit.
Now, going back to Web 2.0 Resources, you have to know that a Web 2.0 tool or app allows people to interact, communicate or collaborate with each other in a social media dialogue as creators in a virtual community. We can use different applications and resources, from social networking sites, to blogs, wikis, video sharing and web apps. Here you can see images of web apps. I am sure that most of you are acquainted and use some of these apps.
I hope you can try these new apps if you still haven't try them, you only need to create an account and it is very easy to learn how to use them.
See you soon!
Hi Anto! You are completely right when you say we can use simple tools to bring technology into the classroom, improving in consequence the whole teaching-learning process. Moreover, you gave really nice recommendations! I have already come across Discovery Education webpage and used some of the tools that are offered there. They were really useful and user-friendly which is really important!
ResponderEliminarI will must surely try all these apps! I also coincide with Marión that they could really enrich our classrooms, and even in some cases they also make us save time and effort in our work. It could allso be very interesting to ask our students what apps would they recommend to us, they know a lot in this area!
ResponderEliminarGreat post!
Meli
Thanks girls! Your contributions are really interesting! Yes, Meli, I would definitely ask my students which apps do they use, is nice to know they use twiiter and instagram or facebook, or to learn that they have a blog... most of the time we will get really surprised! and most importantly, we can use that information when we design our lesson plans! :)
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