Cool Tools for Teaching Online
New Media/Web 2.0
SREB/AT&T Online Teachers Initiative
The terms “new media” and “Web 2.0” refer to Web-based utilities and technology tools that focus
on social, collaborative, user-driven content and applications. The terms are used interchangeably
throughout this resource site. Visit the audio podcast overview of this concept for more information.
The resource bank below provides practical explanations and examples of numerous new media
tools that have direct applicability for teachers. Most resources are intended to be used by students,
primarily in an online environment. Some are geared more toward teacher productivity. In both
cases, the intent is to focus on learning applications for new media tools. As with any Internet
resource, it is critical that teachers practice discretion when deciding which sites are appropriate for
their grade level and content area. All of the sites and tools listed are free or have a free version for
educators.
Delicious, a social bookmarking tool, is included in this list below. In order to provide the ability to
search by topics and keywords, the entire new media/Web 2.0 collection has been created within a
Delicious account. Add the link to this site in your own Delicious account.
As part of the SREB State Virtual Schools Alliance in partnership with the AT&T Foundation, this
list of New Media/Web 2.0 Tools has been prepared especially for SREB and online teachers by
Chris O’Neal.
Cool Tool For Teaching Online Pdf
Glossaries of Web 2.0 Terms
Web 2.0 refers to services available on the World Wide Web that let people collaborate and
share information online. There are many new terms to learn that will enhance your
understanding of these resources. If you need further definition of any term mentioned above or
if you encounter terms you do not understand while using the sites listed, consult these Web 2.0
glossaries.
Six Things — A Quick Web 2.0 Glossary
Social Signal, a Web 2.0 Glossary
Web2forDev; a Participatory Web for Development
Web 2.0 Glossary (University of Central Florida)
