What do you know about Web 2.0 tools ?
Students who use technology and these tools:
Better understand the world we live in
Solve problems
Think critically
Collaborate with others
Some Web 2.0 tools to try:
Wordle creates a presentation that looks like this:
Class Tools You can create Timelines, Make Arcade Games, and much more! OR check out Gapminder to explore global statistics in a unique and engaging format!
Why not try sharing your photos and albums as a slideshow with effects using Kizoa. Use Timetoast to create an interactive timeline - the possibilities for use of that are endless -use your imagination!
Prezi allows students to create presentations of their study topics using a story map, flow chart or learning journey log. Or try creating a canvas and adding post-it notes using Lino it
Glogster Edu is an engaging option for students to create a presentation about a topic. You are able to add information, graphics, images, backgrounds and decorations, but even more amazing is that you can add hyperlinks, video clips and your own video presentations. It is free, all you need is an email address. You can sign up at home!
Comprehensive information on several tools are available in Web essentials as pdf documents by visiting
create a free account and scroll down the left side to See More, then choose Web2.
Blogs and Wikis.
Anyone can set up there own blog or wiki for any purpose. Its fun and rewarding and can be a great learning tool for students and teachers. These videos explain what they are and how they work.
This is an example of a Wiki I have created for studying Gold in Stage 3.
Blogs are online publishing tools for everyone. Teachers are able to set up blogs for student use, thus creating an engaging writing space for online publishing.
Here is an example (from Caddie's Creek PS) of how a blog can be used in the classroom to engage and enthuse students in a topic of study. It uses Edublogs which is highly recommended for NSW teachers. Anyone can access and blog using Edmodo as well.
Many Web Tools can be found and investigated at:
STAY SAFE ONLINE! Try some of these links for information and activities on Cyber Safety.
Tips for Online Safety - quiz
Activities for being good Digital Citizens