EDLD5363 Web Conferencing Reflections

Throughout the Educational Technology Leadership program, I have had an opportunity to participate in a number of web conferences. The use of this Web 2.0 tool has proved to be a tool that should be incorporated not only in a platform such as online learning, but into the classroom as well. The use of video conferencing allows individuals from various locations to access real time information. The fact that multiple individuals can participate in a web conference lends itself to real time, 24/7 access of information. My experience has been that web conferences have eliminated the need for multiple emails, and the possibility of missing valuable information. The web conferencing platform allows individuals to confirm information received, ask questions and provide information to participants in the conference. I have enjoyed being a participant in the various web conferences made available to students participating in this program. I can’t imagine trying to gather, analyze, and synthesize the information without the use of video conferencing. I look forward to utilizing this Web 2.0 tool not only throughout the completion of this program, but with the teachers, administrators and staff on my campus.