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We live in a global, knowledge-based economy. Students must master vital 21st century skills to survive in the world beyond the classroom. They must be able to • research using the Internet, • assess information, • work collaboratively, • communicate effectively, • think critically and creatively. I have organized the Web 2.0 sites using some of these 21st century skills. Many of the Web 2.0 applications incorporate more than one skill. These tools can help us realize the different ways critical 21st century skills can be developed in the classroom.

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the term is often applied to a heterogeneous mix of relatively familiar and also very emergent technologies.

2 Ultimately, the label “Web 2.0” is far less important than the concepts, projects, and practices included in its scope.

Social software has emerged as a major component

it's important that you focus on why you're using the technology," notes Draper. "Don't just use it for technology's sake. Have a reason.

He also counsels against trying to become proficient in everything at once. "Pick one tool that resonates with what you're already doing in the class," he says. The key is to choose a tool that's appropriate for one of your assignments or projects.