Given the idea of Web 2.0, I think we can all infer that School 2.0 means looking at technology and specifically the web as a tool which not only should but must be integrated into our education. Educators can share information, have video conferences, and have at their fingertips resources not only from their district or physical school... but worldwide... and at an instant.
We must use these resources for "teaching, learning, and driving innovation" in the classroom. It's not enough to have laptops in each student's hands, or an iPad, or whatever... they have to know how to use them to enhance their own learning.
I believe, ultimately, the future is limitless in what COULD happen. With school 2.0, we might never have to again cancel school due to "snow days," but students could be given instruction via blog or web conferencing. Students missing school for sickness could stay abreast of instruction via blogs with relevant sites listed for learning. The possibilities are potentially all there... we just have to be fearless and innovative in implementing them.
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