The role that Web 2.0 plays is so numerous. It has opened up the world to anyone with a computer and the Internet. However after watching The machine is Us/ing, it is very clear that with all this technology and information it can be overwhelming. I was impressed with the information I learned in just 4 minutes that I have taken for granted.
Students seem to use and know so much more than the adults hired to teach them and unfortunately the adults can't keep up. I am sure more teachers would give students the opportunity to create and explore if the educator felt there would be some level of control. As we see many times there are those student who take advantage and do/go where they are not allowed. How can a teacher be expected to know, trust, and let go all at the same time; especially when technology is constantly evolving?
I was impressed and depressed at the same time when watching the videos. It is wonderful to have so much as our fingertips, but sad if you don't know or don't know how to use them. Technology moves so fast it is hard to keep up. Those willing to try I give them a hand, especially if they use it to help motivate and teach the students in their classrooms.
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