Social+Bookmarking

**Social Bookmarking **
@http://www.diigo.com/ @http://www.delicious.com/

What is Web 2.0? Web 2.0 is considered the second generation of the Internet and commonly refers to web-based applications that facilitate interactive sharing of information and collaboration on the World Wide Web. It is more a change in the use of web-based technology rather than a change in the technology of the internet itself. In this session we will explore the world of social bookmarking, and learn how we can use these web-based tools to make our classrooms more efficient and more exciting.
 * Bookmarking tools allow us to share web-based bookmarks (favorites) across many computers with teachers and students


 * Topic: Social Bookmarking**
 * Workshop Length:** 1 Hour
 * Workshop Materials:** Computer Lab or Laptops, Projector
 * Max Number Of Participants:** 15
 * Short Description:** In this workshop, participants will set up a Social Bookmarking account, understand the bacic components, brainstorm ideas for use in the classroom.
 * Goals Of Workshop:** Participants will
 * 1) Register for a Social Bookmarking account such as diigo or delicious account
 * 2) Understand the components of social bookmarking
 * 3) Create your own social bookmarks
 * 4) Brainstorm Ideas for use of social bookmarking in the classroom


 * Format of Workshop:** hands on, discussion, demonstration, project based
 * Alignment with District Goals**: This workshop supports the 2006-2009 Salem School District Technology Plan by matching the skills gained to the following technology plan goals.

__**Teaching and Learning Goals **__ All teachers will use technology to improve instruction and student assessment. __**Literacy Goals **__ Literacy represents the ability to responsibly employ appropriate technology to access, process, and communicate information.  Students and Staff will:
 * Teachers and administrators will use technology to collect and analyze student assessment data
 * Demonstrate basic technology operations and concepts
 * Effectively express ideas using suitable media

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