Classroom+2.0

=[|Classroom 2.0]=

Resources and links
[|some starting tips] [|"Tour of Classroom 2.0" Elluminate recording]

Strengths:

 * The website is free to educational professionals
 * Users can create customized pages
 * Users can create RSS feeds to subscribe to specific information and updates
 * Users can share his/her opinions via discussion boards
 * Users can participate in Web 2.0 labs
 * Users can attend various Classroom 2.0 events
 * Users can invite others to join in the conversation
 * Search discussions by Web 2.0 tool, subject, or educational field
 * Blogs are tagged for ease of search
 * "Hosts" are available to assist teachers in using the website

Weaknesses:

 * Users must be approved by an administrator before receiving access to the site
 * Java download needed to view "Tour of Classroom 2.0" Video

Opportunities:

 * Share ideas with others
 * Participate in the writing on the Classroom 2.0 Book
 * Attend various award-winning webinars
 * Utilize the resources of others to benefit the classroom
 * Listen to recordings of previous webinars and Classroom 2.0 events

**Threats:**

 * Information overload: Teachers may be overwhelmed by the amount of blogs and ongoing discussions
 * Live chats are open to all users

Classroom Ideas:

 * Teachers can collaborate with other users in designing telecollaborative projects