Why is Web 2.0 important for educators?

1. Young people are users already

1.1. Not many young people are active users

2. Important, new kinds of learning are possible

3. New social practices are embedded in Web 2.0

4. Students and students are motivated by Web 2.0 application

5. New literacies are emerging from Web 2.0 practices

6. The learner's voice is more prominent (social engagement)

7. Skills of collaboration and criticality are enhanced