21st Century Tools

What is the value of online learning and collaboration?

A retired long-time teacher once told me that I am a 20th century student preparing to be a 21st century educator.  This struck me and has stuck with me.  I think that I will have to be aware of and embrace this notion.

Online or collaborative online work is something that could greatly enhance material for my students if used effectively.  I have learned about countless online tools that might enrich the learning in my classroom.  I posted about one of these online/collaborative learning websites, Join Me, and have witnessed very intriguing presentations about countless others.

I think online learning and collaboration is important to consider when trying to build the best learning environment for my students.  I think I would be doing my students a disservice if I did not encourage them to use the resources available to them to the best possible effect.