Thing 5

Web 2.0 is the Future of Education is the site I chose to review my two sites for. I reviewed a site for cyber-bullying because it is a very real and scary matter in today's society. Bullying takes place at school, on the playground, on the bus, and unfortunately at home from ones computer! As of now we have not experienced cyber-bullying because I have not allowed my two middle school children to have a lot of social access from the computer. However, my Eighth grade son has experienced bullying from kids at school because he is different. He has an IEP and receives Special Education Resources while at school, he also has several other medical issues that we continue to work on to help him. Children can be very hurtful to others self-esteem and that can cause long term damage.

 I also choice to view a site that assist's teachers with learning, Web Tools for Teachers. It is an easy site that allows the teacher to learn at their pace how to use a smartboard or any other tool needed for the classroom. It also allows you to add your own links to assist others and the best part is, it's free!

To me web 2.0 will mean easier access to topics, tutorials, and assistance for my subject area as needed. For my students, it will allow them the chance to learn the ever changing technology as they grow and go out into the work force. It will give them many more opportunities to learn about the world!