This technology enables people to connect, collaborate and form virtual communities via the computer and / or the internet. Social networking sites provided the opportunity to interact and allow visitors to send emails, post comments, build Web content and / or take part in live chats.
These sites can be used in schools for teenagers to share what they are learning or to build something together online. This medium allows teenagers to receive feedback from teachers, parents and peers. These tools for communication are already widely used in colleges and the workplace.
Examples of use in schools include :
1) Maths - students serve as scribes on a blog. Students post notes, visuals, formulas, activities and comments related to each day's lesson. They also post reflections about their learning at least once before each test. See eg http://pc4sw06.blogspot.com
2) School newspaper - Blog format allows for timely publication and the ability to make updates easily. Comments from readers can be added and easy navigation to archived stories. Publication costs are minimal and there is no limit to length of paper. See eg http://www.uni.uiuc.edu/gargoyle
3) Science - two teachers (not necessarily in same school) are working with students on the topic of water quality and ecology. They create a joint wiki for the unit of study. As students find information on the topic, thy post their findings, observations and useful resources to the wiki. They are building their own online resources (encyclopedia) on the topic.
4) English and Library - A blog incorporating new books and / or recommended books is commenced with summaries and covers of books incorporated. Students are encouraged to comment, recommend ratings and suggest other books for purchase.
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