Share Paper: Web 2.0 Tools in a CORE Curriculum Course

  1. Joseph Martinelli, Seton Hall University, United States
  2. Debra Zinicola, Seton Hall University, United States
Tuesday, March 30 4:00 PM-5:00 PM Nautilus 5

Abstract: Abstract: There is a need in the millennial generation to link classroom teaching with modes of delivery that are familiar to students, one of which is the use of online applications. This research project involved two faculty members and their students in a required university core course called “The Journey of Transformation”. The Web 2.0 tools, Glogster and Wordle, were used to link content knowledge of course texts with student interpretations while showcasing creativity. These technology products were created in the fall 2009 semester in two separate sections of this freshman course taught by two faculty members. Data was collected ...