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Each group is responsible for 2-3 Web 2.0 tools in their category. Be sure to answer all of the following questions for each tool on your wiki page.


 * 1) Create an operational definition for the tool.
 * 2) Does the technology promote student engagement or merely entertainment?
 * 3) Analyze whether this technology adds some demonstrable pedagogical value to traditional instruction.
 * 4) Assess the use of this particular technology to aid students in the acquisition of knowledge and not just information.
 * 5) Suggest some educational uses for this tool in the K-12 classroom.
 * 6) Discuss the pluses and minuses of using this tool with students.

After researching these tools, each group will be responsible for a presentation to the class that is:
 * 5 to 10 minutes in length,
 * succinctly explain a Web 2.0 tool,
 * include examples of the tool,
 * and provide a rational for using or not using the tool in education

Find some great Web 2.0 tools at the following website or feel free to search other places as well.