social networks

Social Networks and the Web 2.0 Revolution

Nik Peachey — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 06:33:15 +0000

Social networks and, what has been described as 'Web 2.0' , are having a profound influence on the way that online learning can be delivered, particularly for language teacheing / learning.

Microblogging: The Future of Participatory Media

nikeditor — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 10:06:56 +0000

This excellent slide show makes the case for the growing importance of micro-blogging. It makes a case for "social objects" rather than social networking, and then lays out 5 principles for building services around them.... Watch the presentation>>

Web 2.0 Language Learning: Virtual Worlds, Social Networks, Mashup Assessments

admin — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Can you really learn a language in a virtual world or using Web 2.0 applications? Yes, if.... Success has to do with how the learning experience is designed, and how and where learning objectives and outcomes are defined, and how they are assessed.... Read more