The document explains Web 2.0 and its tools, emphasizing their role in enhancing communication and collaboration online. Key tools discussed include social networking sites like Facebook and LinkedIn, photo sharing platforms like Flickr and Shutterfly, and various scheduling and resource-sharing tools such as Google Calendar and Google Docs. Practical applications of each tool for work and service in community-focused settings are also provided.

1. Web 2.0 ToolsPresented by:Yalitza Negron, Nefisah Sallim, Julie Comley and Carly James

2. What is Web 2.0?“Web 2.0 refers to what is perceived as a second generation of web development and web design. It is characterized as facilitating communication, information sharing,…User-centered design and collaboration on the World Wide Web. It has led to the development and evolution of web-based communities, hosted services, and web applications.” – Wikipedia.org

3. Web 2.0 ToolsSocial NetworkingPhoto & Video SharingCalendars, Events & SchedulingBloggingResource Sharing

4. Social Networking

5. FacebookWhat is Facebook?Facebook is a social networking site that can be utilized by individuals, businesses, nonprofits, groups, clubs, etc.http://www.facebook.comAmeriCorps Alums and AmeriCorps VISTAhttp://www.facebook.com/home.php#/group.php?gid=82387719992&ref=tsSiena VISTA Group

6. FacebookHow can I use Facebook in my work and service?Create a Facebook GroupCreate a Facebook PageUpdates on your programs or projectsList events and invite people to attendCan also use for photo sharing

7. LinkedInWhat is LinkedIn?Social networking site for professionalshttp://www.linkedin.com

8. LinkedInHow can I use LinkedIn in my work and service?Post resume, work experiencePeople can post references and recommendationsKeep in touch with colleagues and other contactsFind others working in your field VISTAs are on LinkedIn!

9. NingWhat is Ning?Create your own social network (like Facebook) and set the parametershttp://www.ning.comhttp://scvistamembers.ning.com/

10. NingHow can I use Ning in my work and service?Create your own network for your site/projectSiena VISTA NetworkCreate subgroups within networkStaffVolunteersCustomize settingsCan also be used for Photo & Video Sharing, Chat, and Blogging

11. iZocaWhat is iZoca?Capital Region social networking site setup with the help of two Siena College business internsPersonal profile with your calendar Join groups and their calendar events are put on your calendarhttp://www.izoca.comhttp://www.izoca.com/public/groups/4cr

12. iZocaHow can I use iZoca in my work and service?Calendar, Events for your project/siteCreate DiscussionsMore local demographic to targetDownside: still starting up

13. Google GroupsWhat are Google Groups?Sites and e-mail listservs for groups to discuss topics, events, etc.http://groups.google.com/http://groups.google.com/group/4cr-asl?hl=en

14. Google GroupsHow can I use Google Groups in my work and service?Hold group discussions via website or e-mailInform those interested in your program/project of updates on projects, networks, etc.Weekly, Bi-Weekly UpdatesNewslettersFlyersOutlook Contact Groups can do this as well but people will not be able to sign-up like with a Listserv

15. Photo &VideoSharing

16. ShutterflyWhat is Shutterfly?Business: purchase photos, calendars, etc.Able to create free photo sharing siteshttp://www.shutterfly.comhttp://scvista.shutterfly.com/

17. ShutterflyHow can I use Shutterfly in my work and service?Create photo albums to share with co-workers, etc.Share videos, as wellCan control who views photosSet privacy settings

18. PicnikWhat is Picnik?Photo sharing and editing websitehttp://www.picnik.com

19. PicnikHow can I use Picnik in my work and service?Edit photosJAZZ ‘EM UP!!! WOO HOO!!Special effects from artsy to fun!Crop, resize, frameAdd captions on/in picture (not just below)Embed them in Facebook, etc.

20. FlickrWhat is Flickr?Photo sharing sitehttp://www.flickr.com/http://www.flickr.com/groups/visfor/

21. FlickrHow can I use Flickr in my work and service?Same as ShutterflyAmeriCorps VISTA uses it for its “V is for” photo project

22. SkypeWhat is Skype?Free internet web calls and video chatting

23. SkypeHow can I use Skype in my work and service?Virtual meetingsWebcastsConference callsInterviewingCan be used for local, national, and international callsComputer to computer is free!

24. YouTubeWhat is YouTube?Video sharinghttp://www.youtube.comhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R1wLxwQ8_8IMust watch!

25. YouTubeHow can I use YouTube in my work and service?Upload trainingsWebcastsProgram descriptionsEmbed videos on your wikis, etc.

26. Calendars, Events & Scheduling

27. Google CalendarWhat is Google Calendar?A free time management tool offered by Googlehttp://www.google.com/calendar/

28. Google CalendarHow can I use Google Calendar in my work and service?Sync with your Outlook calendarEmbed on your wikihttp://4crsl.pbworks.com/Meetings-and-EventsKeep track of deadlines, due dates, events, meetings, etc.Make multiple calendars and access them all under one4CR, personal, Dr. Johnson’s, VISTA, etc.

29. DoodleWhat is Doodle?Free scheduling toolhttp://www.doodle.com

30. DoodleHow can I use Doodle in my work and service?Schedule meetings, events, etc.Create a poll (dates and times for event). Forward the link to the poll to the participants. Follow online what the participants vote for.

31. BrownPaperTicketsWhat is BrownPaperTickets?Fair trade ticket sales websiteEvent registration and ticket saleshttp://www.brownpapertickets.comhttp://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/68155

32. BrownPaperTicketsHow can I use BrownPaperTickets in my work and service?Set up an event on the siteCreate prices for tickets (free is an option)Can choose physical tickets, will-call, etc.Gives you a list of those who are registered for the eventKeeps a headcount

33. Blogging

34. TwitterWhat is Twitter?“Twitter is a service for friends, family, and co–workers to communicate and stay connected through the exchange of quick, frequent answers to one simple question: What are you doing?” –Twitter.comhttp://www.twitter.comhttp://twitter.com/SCVISTA

35. TwitterHow can I use Twitter in my work and service?Shorter blogging purposesUpdates on events, projects, etc.What is your site doing?Brief, informational messages

36. Resource Sharing

37. WikiWhat is a wiki?Interactive web-page (many can edit)http://www.pbworks.comhttp://4crsl.pbworks.comhttp://scvista.pbworks.com

38. WikiHow can I use a wiki in my work and service?Agency InformationMission/Vision, Program DescriptionsMap/LocationVolunteer PositionsVideos (Profiles, Training, More)Matching PartnersGoogle Calendar

39. Del.icio.usWhat is Del.icio.us?Social bookmarking websitehttp://www.delicious.com

40. Del.icio.usHow can I use Del.icio.us in my work and service?Save all your bookmarks onlineShare them with other peopleSee what other people are bookmarkingBookmark websites that apply to your program, site, or interested topicsLook into creating a VISTA del.icio.usVolunteering sitesProgram wikisNational sites (AmeriCorps, VISTA, CNCS, Seven Corners, Campus Compact, etc.)

41. SlideshareWhat is Slideshare?PowerPoint and document sharing websitehttp://www.slideshare.net

42. SlideshareHow can I use Slideshare in my work and service?Upload and share your PowerPoint presentations and Word documentsShare publicly or privatelyAdd audio to make a webinarEx: Bonner Foundation loves to use this! Great if people miss meetings or presentations

43. Google DocsWhat are Google Docs?Free, web-based word processor, spreadsheet, presentation, and form application offered by Googlehttp://docs.google.com

44. Google DocsHow can I use Google Docs in my work and service?Create and edit documents online while collaborating in real-time with other usersUpdating databases that you share with colleaguesPlanning events with co-workersEx: VISTA Carnival

45. WordleWhat is Wordle?“Wordle is a toy for generating ‘word clouds’ from text that you provide. The clouds give greater prominence to words that appear more frequently in the source text. You can tweak your clouds with different fonts, layouts, and color schemes.” – Wordle.nethttp://www.wordle.net

46. WordleHow can I use Wordle in my work and service?Create word collages for newsletters, wikis, etc.Capture image by using “PrntScrn” button on computer and paste into Paint; crop to fit around the imageMake sure you credit the Wordle site for the image

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