"If you are looking to build a FREE social network, social learning space or collaborative group for their students or employees, here is a comparison of (what we perceive to be) the strengths and weaknesses of the three free main platforms: Facebook, Ning and Elgg. "
Both wikis and blogs provide teachers with a a dynamic process for integrating Web 2.0 technology in their science and math classes. These two types of online tools offer students a more engaging process for learning.
Both are relatively easy tools which do not require teachers or students to learn any special program tools or computer skills. Their uses and applications are only limited by the vision and purpose for helping students learn.