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Technology as a tool for educators:
Technology is widely used as a tool for improving learning outcomes. Web 2.0 is the latest way that we can use the Internet to support 21st Centurty teaching and learning. Firstly, let's think about some of the skills that 21st century students need:
 * Critical Thinking
 * Problem Solving
 * Collaboration
 * Technology
 * Interpersonal
 * Leadership

Web 2.0 technologies are changing the way messages spread across the Web. A number of online tools and platforms are now defining how people share their perspectives, opinions, thoughts and experiences. Web 2.0 tools such as weblogs, RSS, video casting, social bookmarking, social networking, podcasts and picture sharing sites are becoming more and more popular. One major advantage of Web 2.0 tools is that the majority of them are free.

There are a large number of Web 2.0 tools, some of the more popular ones are:
 * Blogger
 * Wordpress
 * Myspace
 * Youtube
 * Metacafe
 * Del.icio.us
 * Digg
 * Furl
 * Twitter
 * Flickr

Teachers can use these tools to enhance learning. Keep in mind - IT is not the answer, it is an enabler! Look out for these Web 2.0 Icons:

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How Teachers Can Use this Wiki
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 * Learn or share new Web 2.0 teaching strategies
 * Share experiences about the pros and cons of these technologies
 * Develop and share best practices