The first web application that I reviewed was Flickr. Flickr is a photo sharing and managing website that allows individuals to upload photos. On the Job Aid that I evaluated for Flickr, there are several educational examples provided on how Flickr can be used in a classroom. One example that boldly stood out to me was that photos of classroom activities could be shared with parents of students. I think that this is a great way to integrate parents into their children's learning community. It truly gives parents a sense of what their child's school day is like. A second example that is included on the Job Aid that I find truly beneficial is that teachers could share photos with other teachers. Sharing ideas and lessons with other teachers through Flickr holds many different advantages. Flickr is an effective tool to use in classrooms, and I would strongly suggest it to any teachers. I will undoub



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