With more than 400 million Facebook users, and the number increasing exponentially, social media represents a fundamental shift in the way we communicate. Other statistics that educators must consider include:
Over 50% of the world’s population is under 30-years-old
96% of them have joined a social network
Facebook tops Google for weekly traffic in the U.S.
Clearly Social Media is not a fad. According to a new Nielson report, social networking has overtaken personal e-mail as the 4th most popular online sector in the world. The implications for education are enormous. Still not convinced? Watch this Social Media Revolution Video for even more statistics.
Welcome to the HES Media blog! My goal is to use this space for exchanging information and sharing resources for integrating technology in education at Harvard Elementary School and beyond. There is a specific emphasis on Web 2.0 tools. The Web 2.0 revolution is happening now! I encourage comments and look forward to online conversations with colleagues, students, and other readers. Peggy Harvey HES Media Specialist
Some Great Web Resources for Educational Technology Integration
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