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The Creation of Wikis
The Wiki was created to offer a safe sharing space on various ideologies, practices, and theories. This was an online space that could be created and edited by multiple authors at once. Link text -
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Educational Technologies
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E-Learning
Colleges started adopting new learning programs which provided new opportunities for distance education. E-learning set the framework for technology over the next decade. -
Blogs
A new way of openly sharing journals, diaries, and regularly updated resources was brought to the internet. It has been one of the leading technological tools used by many. -
Video
New compression techniques were introduced, which made uploading video content easier for all users. This led to numerous websites, like Khan Academy, being created. This allowed for virtual teachings to be recorded and shared online to be viewed at any time. -
Social Media
This tool can be seen as a bridge to both optimism and pessimism. Social media tools, such as twitter, have been used to connect people globally. Even though social media can be seen as a networking and communication tool, it has also brought political backlash and harsh criticisms.
