The site/tool that I used from the Go2Web2.0 list was Pinterest. I love Pinterest and it is extremely useful. I know that it is probably not the most original tool that I could have used for this project, but it is amazing.
I like this tool because it organizes a large amount of other users' ideas and inspirations into one easy to search place. It is also picture based so it makes it easy to browse through things quickly. The aspect of this site that I do not like, is that people often fail to post original websites and ideas onto their boards and therefore the same ideas tend to pop up over and over again. As well, because of its popularity scammers have started posting on this site.
The site's useful features include a search bar, a category area, and easy to use system. You simply click on what you want to see and it enlarges it. Click on it again and it takes you the website that it originated from.
I could definitely see many applications for Pinterest in a school setting. Many educators use pinterest and post lesson plans, classroom management, and decorating ideas all on their boards. Assignments could also be made to have students find ideas for projects in and out of class.
I am addicted to Pinterest as well. I started a pin board for education games I can use with my daughter that could easily translate to a classroom setting. I don't know what I would do without Pinterest lol.
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