What is Web 2.0 Technology

This chapter aims to explore the implementation of technology into problem-based learning within higher education. The object of integrating technology into PBL and higher education is to improve students' critical and creative thinking skills and to improve student outcomes. Various aspects of technology and problem-based learning are discussed along with the latest restrictions and challenges of COVID-19 and the impact to online learning. General trends with regard to Web 2.0 technologies supporting problem-based learning environments such as social media sites, Wiki's, web blogs, Facebook, Twitter, and Wikipedia will further be explored. Collaborative tools to maximize online learning and the PBL process will also be discussed. Building interactions through online modalities within higher education and problem-based learning integration using technology will also be reviewed.