The most relevant description of Web 2.0 was found in the Wikibook link that shared various open-content textbook collections. Specifically, the introductory statement that shares Web 2.0 as a paradigm shift in the manner in which Web technology is used. Describing it as the “read – write Web”; users can not only read what is on the Web, but, can also engage in active learning by contributing to its content.
Today’s emerging technologies, such as, blogs, wikis, podcasts, eBooks, and even online photo albums provide a rich medium for higher education as well as businesses. On a more personal level I have interacted heavily with the online photo albums and found it a very simple way to maintain one’s own memories and share them with those around us.
Another way my colleagues use Web 2.0 is through the use of online blogs. My company hosts an online blog for its training division that fosters customer learning of our Geographic Information System (GIS) software. There are opportunities for customer’s to post questions about what they learned in a particular class and have a Subject Matter Expert (SME) respond to them on a regular basis. Allowing the customers to have more of a connection with their continued understanding of the learning objectives presented in either an instructor-led or self-paced training class.
I can see many uses for both online photo albums and the use of blogs as part of the future of online learning.
Online Photo Albums: In the case of online photo albums, these can be used to record life experiences and allow the student to write about their interpretation of an experience as well as receive feedback from others on how their experience may have affected them. This would be considered a more active learning style and offer interaction on what each other understands about a specific topic.
Blogs: The idea of blogging today and in the future is in high gear and used either for personal or business related needs. Their impact on the future of online learning opens up a student’s ability to interact with different cultures, ways of learning and interpreting what is learned. Also, blogging provides a much needed outlet for self expression and information sharing beyond ones own community.
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