Web 2.0 refers to interactive online technologies that allow for collaboration and sharing between users. This document discusses how schools can use Web 2.0 tools like blogs, wikis, photo sharing, and podcasts to enhance parent involvement through improved communication and collective problem solving. It recommends starting with wikis and photo sharing, noting how wikis in particular can harness the thoughts of many to enhance communication and assist with problem solving.

1. Web 2.0 for Parent Involvement

2. What is Web 2.0?

3. Web 2.0 : a term describing the trend in the use of World Wide Web technology

4. Web 2.0 is web design that aims to enhance :

5. Creativity

6. Information Sharing

7. and most notably….

8. Collaboration among users

10. Who is using Web 2.0? Kimberly Richardson Principal Michael Stutt Principal Christopher Kelly Title I Coordinator Tracie Albea Assistant Principal Julia Terlesky Assistant Karla Young Assistant Principal

11. What are Web 2.0 Tools?

12. Blogs

13. Wiki’s

14. Photo Sharing

15. Podcasts

16. Some of the more familiar tools….

19. But where to start?

20. Wikis Photo Sharing

21. Wikis for 21st Century PIF’s

22. Wiki’s enhance communication

23. Wiki’s harness collective thoughts

24. Wiki’s assist with problem solving http://www. youtube .com/watch? v=-dnL00TdmLY

25. How can I use a Wikis for my school or everyday work? Parent Communication Faculty Communication Professional Discussions or Book Talks Networking with Colleges

26. Let’s Get Started……