I can see why mashups are popular Web 2.0 tools; however, this is one application I’d need to explore further to make sure I am well prepared to use it as a teaching tool. I enjoyed toying with the trading cards and the jigsaws.
In the ESL newcomer classes, mashups can be used to combine Google maps and digital pictures for students to share with others the students’ travel journal. Ialso think mashups can help us create rich lessons and increase interactivity in the classroom.
Hence the popularity and flexibility offered by mashups, I have a concern though. Is it safe to use data from outside sources and combine them with my own data (my personal computer or the school district’s network)?
Wishful Thinking
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