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I found this by chance just exploring around. If you check the SUPPORT section on the VoiceThread site, you will find a list of publications. They posted a collection of abstracts with links of scholarly articles written about using VoiceThread for language learning, K-12, higher education and professional development. I just skimmed through the lists, and some of the articles are accessible, while some are behind a password.

From 2018, but a good place to explore using games to teach.

"You have no idea what people will do to reach the United States - until you hear their stories". (From reviewed tool NPR Borderline Stories)

I do audio slideshows as an end-of-semester project in my level 2 class, but I have only ever used PhotoStory. PhotoStory is loaded on our language lab computers so that students do not have to register or create any types of accounts. These resources seem to be just as easy, however

Richard Byrne gave this as a presentation - a lot of tools to explore!

A description of one teacher's exploration of online communities and social networking in class - she visits another teacher's class to see how she uses techonlogy.

something to explore for those who want this sort of thing?

"Web 2.0 How-To for Educators explores the very best online collaborative tools available today (including blogs, wikis, and social networking) and Web 2.0 applications (Skype, Google Earth, Wordle, and more) that make a difference in education. Using a simple formula for each concept, the book describes what the tool is, when teachers should use it, why it is useful, who is using it, how you can use the tool, and where you can find additional resources. Practical examples from educators around the world offer an abundance of ideas, and the recommendations for further information and comprehensive lists of Web 2.0 tools and applications will be valuable resources as you integrate Web 2.0 technology in your classroom. "

I have just glanced at the information here and plan to come back to explore some of the activities. I wonder if the conversations become disjointed and become difficult to follow?

An IATEFL conference presentation where he explains a bit about what he does - makes videos to train ESL teachers to use lots of Web 2.0 tools - and describes his website which you should really explore!!  Lots of (always) free videos to teach you about using tech for teaching. http://www.teachertrainingvideos.com

students and teachers engaged in inquiry-based classroom projects that explore other peoples and cultures.

"This teacher talk webinar focuses on the latest web tools that can engage students, facilitate collaboration, and enhance understanding for students at all levels. Whether in a technology enhanced, blended or online learning classroom, these Web 2.0 tools can be easily integrated to increase student engagement and interest in learning. Explore this webinar to learn about these tools as well as the shift in learning and teaching that can occur when technology is implemented at its deepest levels."

"Helping kids be safe, confident explorers of the online world."

Abstract: Since their emergence in 2005, Web 2.0 technologies have been advanced as potentially transformative in the area of education in general and foreign language learning in particular. Web 2.0 technologies are presenting new opportunities for developing diverse online learning environments and enhancing interactivity, participation and feedback between students, their peer groups and teachers. This article examines one of the most significant Web 2.0 tools, Social Networking Sites (SNS), and focuses on Livemocha, an example of an online community specifically aimed at encouraging collaboration between foreign language learners. Results from the ethnographic approach adopted in the paper indicate that: (a) SNSs can be used by language learners to explore new relationships rather than merely maintain existing ones and that (b) longitudinal studies are required to achieve a better understanding of the complex processes of mediation involved in online community formation and maintenance

Funny! I also found this article last week and even attached it to last week's blog post in the ning. I've noticed this morning, that reading and commenting on it is also one of this week's assignments. I guess I chose well :)

An interesting (if somewhat dated) case study that explores how multiple social media platforms can be integrated into a language curriculum. I found some of the diagrams, notably "Bloom's Digital Taxonomy," to be particularly useful.

"Explore the latest in education technology tips and tools, in-depth reporting and trends for K-12 educators and administrators."

Found the title intriguing so I explored the site. The topics of the podcast are varied and can be as short as 15 minutes or as long as an hour.

Basic primer for those of us just starting to explore curation tools and looking to find the right fit.