Thing #19

I can see where social bookmarks could be a wonderful addition to the classroom. For example, say you wanted your students to explore topics on the web and then blog their responses to those web searches. Students could log onto del.icio.us and see the web links under that topic chosen and move on. With the list readily accessible at any time, students could then use the links as study tools for tests, exams, or just for interest at a later time. And, as students do further research or finish early, they could add additional links to those already listed. Teachers don't have to come up with all the web links. Hence, the data base isn't individualized but shared among the entire class - another sign of true collaboration. Plus, it teaches them another skill necessary for post-secondary education. In order to see my list of bookmarks, log onto delicious and search for cwawro.