Web 2.0 Tools in Education: A Quick Guide. Adapted for Athabasca University

Abstract

Web 2.0 Tools in Education: A Quick Guide is a cursory survey of some of the most common Web 2.0 tools currently available. The Guide explains what each tool does, some of the educational uses of the tool, and how to install the tool. The Centre for Learning Design and Development, Athabasca University, has adapted this open resource from the original Creative Commons licensed version. Note that the function of some of the tools listed is duplicated in Athabasca University’s Learning Management or other system. There is a cautionary annotation in the Guide that points this out and suggests the appropriate internal tool to use. We hope that you find the Guide useful. If you have any questions about the tools listed or suggestions for additions to the list, please contact Rodger Graham, Manager Course Design, Centre for Learning Design and Development at rodgerg@athabascau.ca.