Using Web 2.0 Tools inside Desire2Learn

April 20, 2011University of Wisconsin-Superior

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Features of Web 2.0 Tools

Hand Holding?

• Overheard: “There’s a bit too much hand holding going on here. These students need to fend for themselves.”

• Also overheard: “We have huge retention issues. Going the extra mile can save a student from failing.”

Text Messaging (safely)

Opt-in for Text Messaging

• No exchange of cell phone numbers.

• Students can opt-out at any time.

• Send alerts from computer or phone.

• Totally free to use.• Can embed page inside

LMS for all to see.

Add Content with 2-clicksShare web links with Google Reader

Embed Video Playlist in D2L

Recommend YouTube or Blip.tv

Framebusters

Google Voice in D2Lby Audrey Williams

A Course Content MindmapExpands to reveal many links to resources

Use SlideShare for PowerPoint SlidesUpload your finished slides, copy embed code,

paste code into D2L. Can add narration.

Using Comic Stripsin Desire2Learn

Using Comics in the Online Classroom

Greet Students w/a Comic Strip on the Home Page

Include a Comic Strip in Content

Include a Comic Flip Book in Content

Traditional Approach to 1st Week Introductions

Comic Strips can be Embedded in Discussions

Comic Strips can be Used in Threaded Replies

If Embed Code is a Challenge, Just Post Link

Just Post the Link – it Opens in the Frame

Multi-page ToonBooks in Discussions

Toon Re-doo for Student Assignments

• All students create their own ending to the same problem.

My Re-doo Attempt – Slightly Irreverent

• Link to this Re-doo• http://www.toondoo.com/cartoon/586532

All Sample Comics Created at Toondoo.com (Free)

Using Web 2.0 Tools inside Desire2Learn

April 20, 2011University of Wisconsin-Superior

Barry DahlExcellence in e-Education