TEACHING ON A WEB 2.0 ENVIRONMENT (original) (raw)
Collaborative, networked and personalized models of interaction are replacing the long-lasting centralized model of teaching and of learning. In this paper, we explore some ways in which the features offered by Web 2.0 can be used by teachers in their professional practices. We start by clarifying the notions of social software and Web 2.0, and by analyzing some of the benefits that can result from using Web 2.0 in teaching and in learning. Then we discuss the delicate matter of control over the learning process, focusing on some potential challenges that these technologies can bring to the school and classroom environments. The article ends with some critical considerations over practical issues, and a few recommendations, based on a pedagogy-oriented perspective on the use of technology.
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