Classroom 2.0

After learning about Web 2.0 a few weeks ago, I've started to appreciate the new age of technology and education after viewing and exploring Classroom 2.0 online. But first, a reminder that Classroom 2.0 is derived from the term Web 2.0, which is a new, innovative, and modern web design that facilitates our society's need for information on any subject at any point in time. Web 2.0 is centered on web-based communities that allow members of these communities to engage in a variety of web applications, social-networking sites, video-sharing sites, wikis, blogs, and a plethora of other interactive website content.
Similarly, Classroom 2.0 encompasses all of these attributes only it is geared to the world of education. Classroom 2.0 is almost like an online educational support group. It's community based, so users are able to ask for help from colleagues, talk about their problems, and offer support to those searching for answers. The best part of all, is that to become a member of Classroom 2.0, all you have to do is simply sign up--no strings attached!
When viewing the Classroom 2.0 website, notice the search bar to the right of the homepage which conveniently lists categories to guide users in their search of educational information by simply clicking on the concept that they would like to learn more about. For instance, a user may click on "Collaborative Idea Maps" and enter upon a message board of other educators asking for help and finding out answers with the assistance of the other users of Classroom 2.0.
I know that much of the technology has served a greater purpose for the benefit and efficiency for student success, but my purpose for writing about Classroom 2.0 is to give my support to educators who not only want to educate their students, but also by educating, helping, and serving the needs of those affiliated in the realm of education. Educators need resources too and just like students, benefit from collaborative experiences in person--and online.