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//April 1st//

After reading the article, I am a little worried about the future that Kevin Kelly poses. I understand the impact of the internet and how it will affect our world. I am amazed how quickly the internet has evolved from a tool of nerds into a tool that almost everyone participates in.
 * We are the Web**

We able to adapt to the new paradigm shift. I liked how the writer compares the internet and its evolution into a cornerstone of human society. The writer compares the championing of the internet to such landmark moments in human development as the Neolitichic Revolution. History will be the judge.

//April 8th// I believe that students need to be able to effectively collaborate with other students in projects. Sites like Google Docs, ZoHo, Wikis allow students to create things collectively. Everyone must work together and do their part. If we effectively focus our efforts in a setting where students are essentially the producers rather than just consumers we can help adapt to the changing world. To this end we must effortlessly strive to make modifications to our current educational system. Our current system is//April 15th// outdated and flawed. It's time to change before it's too late.
 * Literacy for the 21st Century**

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 * Voice Thread**

May 13th Reply by [|Don Heberer] on May 13, 2008 at 2:53pm [| Delete]I would have to recommend to start small. First, I have all teachers to signup for a Google Apps Account. Under the Google Apps umbrella, you can then use it as a jumping point into Web 2.0 applications. I think the first web 2.0 tool would be either blogger or Google Docs. Many people are all ready familar with Word, Excel and Powerpoint. Showing them that they can edit/create and more importantly share their documents online with the world for free. It incorporates and effectively explians the mantra of Web 2.0.
 * Classroom 2.0**

After jumping from Google Documents then to blogger, I would recommend explaining RSS feeds and Podcasting. Its a logical progression from publishing information to distributing it. Explaining how the community is able to interact and consume the material that virtually anyone can publish.

Next, it's important to focus on Wikis and collaboration (this may be a good time to go back to Google Documents and focus on multiple editors) Showing the power of collaboration. Wikipedia is the most famous Wiki, but there are many more. Wikispaces.com

Lastly, I would probably show Voicethread or Gabcast for feedback on certain topics and allow criticism for peer review. [[[|http://www.classroom20.com/forum/topic/show?id=649749%3ATopic%3A127695&page=3&commentId=649749%3AComment%3A141503&x=1#|][|▶][|http://www.classroom20.com/forum/topic/show?id=649749%3ATopic%3A127695&page=3&commentId=649749%3AComment%3A141503&x=1#%7C%E2%96%B6%5D%5D%5B%5Bhttp://www.classroom20.com/forum/topic/show?id=649749%3ATopic%3A127695&page=3&commentId=649749%3AComment%3A141503&x=1|]http://www.classroom20.com/forum/topic/show?id=649749%3ATopic%3A127695&page=3&commentId=649749%3AComment%3A141503&x=1#| Reply to This]]

In what ways can larger school districts balance security with accessibility?
Posted by [|Don Heberer] on May 13, 2008 at 3:06pm in [|Introductions] [|View Discussions]
 * In what ways can larger school districts balance security with accessiblity?**

This is an issue that many schools have grappled with. We feel the need to shelther students from "Social Networking", "Streaming Video" and "Podcasts". iPrism and Websense block websites with little regard to content. However many of the sites that are block are tools that can promote learning and help students learn in today's world.

What strategies can be employed to promote Web 2.0 and get it unblocked in school districts? I understand the need for blocks and censorship. Social Networking is not a dirty word. How do we convince the powers that be? Tags: [|iprism], [|blocking], [|censorship]

Topic: Living on a Google Earth: How Google is changing how we communicate in the world.
 * May 20th**

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 * May 27th**

http://davidwarlick.com/2cents/archives/1461

[|School-Based LAN Parties]
Posted on May 22nd, 2008 LAN games, those not familiar with them might be confused. A Local Area Network (LAN) is a network of computers that can be connected through a server or a router. It is not required to have a connection to the internet. LAN games can prove to be educational even ones that might not seem to be. For example, although inappropriate for school, games like Halo offer team based combat. You must communicate with your team to capture a flag or control a hill or a building. In addition to building teamwork skills, you can develop effective problem solving by determining the best way to approach a situation. These skills are sometimes overlooked in Video Games, yet there intrinsic value is not decreased. As Schools embrace LAN interaction as the shift to Web 3.0 begins, it will be the school district that is most equipped with technology that will get the higher test scores. http://weblogg-ed.com/2008/bloggings-impact-on-politics-and-in-turn-schools/ [|The Shifts] & [|politics] 21 May 2008 03:36 pm [|Blogging’s Impact on Politics and Teaching Politics] I find it extremely interesting that Barrack Obama is using mediums to connect with the youth of America. Yet not surprising. Part of his platform is to increase funding for technology and increase broadband availability to all Americans. I believe as the younger generation of voters matures and gets older, it won’t be a question of which candidate is blogging and which one isn’t, it will be more of a case of who has better blogs and can reaches more people. Students need to be aware of the social changes occurring on the internet.

[|Topic: Living on a Google Earth: How Google is changing how we communicate in the world.]

=**June 7, 2008 Project**=

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