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So much of the conversation regarding technology is based around Web 2.0 tools.  In this session learn how a group of 6^th grade teachers started off with an idea and grew it into a project that incorporated all areas of the curriculum.  Teachers were given a tablet pc and learned how to use an assortment of Web 2.0 tools to infuse their classrooms with technology. But it didn’t just end with the just teachers using the tools. By incorporating a variety of Web 2.0 tools, such as Moodle, Joomla, Blogs, Wikis, File and Photo Sharing,  Podcasting, Bookmarking, Skype, etc., teachers and students are learning how technology can be beneficial when taking a more constructivist approach in the classroom.  Learn about the struggles, frustrations, as well as the excitement and energy that have come about when teachers and students are given the opportunity to explore new technologies and create a more interactive classroom.

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With over 330,000 registered Moodle users worldwide, Moodle has been seen being used in school districts to integrate technology into the classroom. But how do you move beyond having Moodle as a repository for classroom materials?  In this session, we will explore how you can utilize the Moodle and 21st Century DETAILS results to create a more constructivist approach towards teaching. See how students can become involved in their own learning by using Moodle in your classroom.