1. Teaching In Our
21 st Century Classroom
Abbie Bruce-Owens
Chanelle Dubon
Keiser University
Dr. Dietzel
EDU 511
February 24th, 2013

3. A Quick Look At Our Teachers
In Earlier Years

4. A Quick Look At The Diverse Population
of Teachers In Our Classrooms Today

5. A Quick Look At The Technology Used In
Our Classroom In Earlier Years

6. A Quick Look At The Technology
Used In Our Classroom Today

7. How Has the Classroom Changed?
 Several aspects of our classroom seem to have changed when compared to that
of the traditional classroom setting several years ago. In addition to the shift
from the all-Caucasian educator to a more diverse set of educators, so too are
our methods of teaching in the classroom changing.
 We have now moved to a shift where Web 2.0 Tools
have been introduced into the classroom to
enhance teaching thereby making the learning experience
fun and engaging(Brinkerhoff & Koroghlanian, 2007).

8. Some Examples of Web 2.0 Tools?
 Some examples of Web 2.0 Tools are:
 Social Networking: Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn
 YouTube
 Wiki
 Jing
 Blogs
 LinkedIn
 Video Sharing
 Avatars

9. Some Familiar Web 2.0 Logos

10. All About Jing…..
 Jing is changing the way we communicate by providing
a more personal way for educators to give their
students feedback.
 It is also changing the way that students work
assignments in their courses.
 Students can summarize articles in a Jing clip instead
of creating a response in a word document, allowing
students to really absorb what they are learning in the
classroom (Bianco & McCollom, 2011).

11. Ancient –vs- Modern
 Schools have shifted toward computer based learning
in order to keep abreast with the on-going changes
outside of the classroom.
 The use of computers in the home and workplace are
no longer a thing of the past, therefore educators need
to be able to keep their students motivated and
challenged through innovative teaching methods
(Jenkins, 2006).

12. Ancient -vs- Modern (Cont’d)
 In today’s society where many resources are available
at the click of a mouse, students have access resources
that were not available in the past and require
stimulation to stay engaged as active learners in the
classroom (Collins, 2013).

13. What is expected of Educators?
 To highlight the positive aspects of using technology in the
classroom - the advantages of using technology.
 Educators are expected to become familiar with Web 2.0
technology and to know which can be used in his/her classroom
in order to enhance and ensure learning.
 Through the use of Jing and other Web 2.0 technology tools,
educators are expected to bridge the gap between the
traditional methods that were used in the
classroom and replace them with the 21st century
teaching technology tools (Jing, 2009).

14. Benefits of Embracing
Jing In The Classroom
Advantages
 Some advantages of using Jing technology tool is that the technology is simple to use and can be used
the through screenshots or through recorded videos.
 It encourages extensive teamwork, partnership, and collaboration.
 It is a wonderful tool for individuals with visual impairments.
 As a asynchronous learning tool it is accessible to students and teachers at any time.
 The recorded videos are great for those students who are auditory learners and can be replayed when
needed.
 Students will respond more eagerly when they are able to relate to experiences connected to their own
lives. Web 2.0 technology provide the opportunities necessary to encourage collaboration and
learning (Gonzalez & St. Louis, 2008).

15. When Jing is NOT Embraced
In The Classroom
Disadvantages
 Some critics complain that the publicity with Web 2.0 technology tools are too
much.
 Students who are visual and tactile learners may not be able to reach their goal
for lack of focus, engagement and fun in learning (Tunks, 2012).

16. Summary
 The modern-day classroom setting houses students
familiar with the use of Web 2.0 technology tools , who
are becoming even more proficient other varieties of
this technology.
 Student are afforded the flexibility to collaborate and
communicate knowledge to peers as they enjoy
learning and sharing knowledge
learned.

17. References:
Bianco, M. & McCollom, D. (2011). Chapter 9 jazzed about jing. University of Colorado Online Handbook,
59-65.
Brinkerhoff, J. & Koroghlanian, C. (2007). On-line students' skills, attitudes and expectations: Enhancing
the fit between on-line students and course design. Journal of Educational Computing Research, 36(4),
383-393.
Collins, A. (2013). The role of computer technology in restructuring schools. Project 2061. Retrieved from
http://www.project2061.org/publications/designs/online/pdfs/reprints/4_collin.pdf
Gonzalez, D. & St. Louis, R. (2008). The use of web 2.0 tools to promote learner autonomy. Independence,
43(1), 28-32.
Jenkins, H. (2006). Convergence culture: Where old and new media collide. New York, NY: University
Press.
Jing, L. (2009). Digital natives as preservice teachers: What technology preparation is needed? Journal of
Computing in Teacher Education, 25(3), 87-97.
Tunks, K. W. (2012). An Introduction and Guide to Enhancing Online Instruction with Web 2.0 Tools.
Journal Of Educators Online, 9(2), 1-16.