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Classroom 2.0
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A place for members of www.Classroom20.com to share links, Classroom 2.0 is social networking site devoted to those interested in the practical application of computer technology (especially Web 2.0) in the classroom and in their own professional development.
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Turn teen texting toward better writing
Teachers who co-opt Web tools for class have the best of both worlds.
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Researchers found that informal writing is an integral part of youth culture:
85 percent of teens communicate through digital writing. Teenagers also overwhelmingly understand the importance of good writing:
86 percent of teens consider formal writing skills essential to future success.
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on 2008-05-21 by kellie80
What an amazing statistic. It would be interesting to poll our own student body to see their thoughts on formal writing skills.
Students who use interactive Web tools in the classroom learn that certain features of effective communication transcend media.
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on 2008-05-22 by emilyvickery