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Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Online Learning and Web 2.0

Rogers-Estable, Michelle. "Web 2.0 and distance education: tools and techniques." Distance Learning 6.4 (2009): 55+. Educator's Reference Complete. Web. 13 Feb. 2011.

The author of this article describes the pros and cons of Web 2.0. She talks about many cases in which these tools offer exciting new collaborative connections and multicultural learning. There are many ways for students and teachers to interact with one another. The articles describes a variety of tools and topics such as Open Source Initiative, RSS feeds, blogging and micro blogging, wikis, social sites and podcasts. She also discusses the benefits and responsibilities that come with using them.

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