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Using Web 2.0 to Support Learning in the Social Studies Context Our Journey from Web 1.0 to Web 2.0 and Beyond

Lori B. Holcomb (North Carolina State University)
Candy Beal (North Carolina State University)
Amanda Robertson (North Carolina State University)

Social Studies Research and Practice

ISSN: 1933-5415

Article publication date: 1 November 2009

Issue publication date: 1 November 2009

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Abstract

This paper represents an overview of our journey utilizing and integrating technology in the social studies context. We describe and explain our initial efforts that used Web 1.0 and then trace our development to our most recent project that incorporates and capitalizes on Web 2.0 technologies. We provide an in-depth look at the learning experiences we designed and developed using Web 2.0 technologies. In addition, the paper details how the use and integration of Web 2.0 tools allow students to engage in authentic, problem-based learning anchored in Russian history and culture. From static to fluid, our projects have demonstrated that social studies’ future, and the development of our students as global citizens, must be intertwined with technology.

Citation

Holcomb, L.B., Beal, C. and Robertson, A. (2009), "Using Web 2.0 to Support Learning in the Social Studies Context Our Journey from Web 1.0 to Web 2.0 and Beyond", Social Studies Research and Practice, Vol. 4 No. 3, pp. 44-55. https://doi.org/10.1108/SSRP-03-2009-B0005

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Emerald Publishing Limited

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