W506 Modules 9- 11
Module 9
VoiceThread
Voice thread would be a great way to have high school students add their thoughts on a topic. I could post questions or slides of a current topic on VoiceThread and they can comment on it. I like that VoiceThread gives students multiple options on how they can comment. Some students who are shy would rather type their answers while other students can record their voice or record themselves speaking.
One example I could use for my Algebra 1 class would be to have students describe the word "Slope." I have actually done this activity before in my classroom on the board. It would be great to carry this conversation on in a VoiceThread. I think by doing this would give everyone a voice and let everyone have a chance to be heard. We could then watch it in class and continue the with the discussion or with any questions that may arise.
One example I could use for my Algebra 1 class would be to have students describe the word "Slope." I have actually done this activity before in my classroom on the board. It would be great to carry this conversation on in a VoiceThread. I think by doing this would give everyone a voice and let everyone have a chance to be heard. We could then watch it in class and continue the with the discussion or with any questions that may arise.
Twitter- @mr_rowlande
- How or will you use Twitter in your classroom?
- I have went back and forth on the uses of Twitter in the classroom. Some of the other teachers in my building have tried to use Twitter in their classrooms without much success. Since we are now using Google Classroom in all classes, I have decided that using Twitter to get out information would just be to much for students and me to keep up with on a daily basis. I think the best use for Twitter in my classroom at the moment is to build my PLN. I can use Twitter to follow other educators so I can keep up with all of the latest ideas and technology for teachers.
- Is Twitter where students are at or has the social site shifted yet again?
- Many students are still on Twitter but other sites like Instagram are gaining popularity with high school students. It seems like every time I ask students about social media they have found something new. It is a challenge to keep up with the ever changing world of social media, especially when you don't use it everyday.
Module 10
OneNote
Here is the link to our classroom OneNote. We used this note taking device to share social network sites we explored. Each student added a page for their tool. We listed the pros, cons, and resources for our site. Everyone then could see all of the tools that were explored.
I don't think I would use this tool in my classroom. It is hard to take notes online in a math classroom. Especially trying to type them out on a computer. Our school is a Google School and most of the things I could do with it in my classroom can be done with other Google Apps and Programs. I do think however this would be a great place for students to create an online notebook or portfolio.
I don't think I would use this tool in my classroom. It is hard to take notes online in a math classroom. Especially trying to type them out on a computer. Our school is a Google School and most of the things I could do with it in my classroom can be done with other Google Apps and Programs. I do think however this would be a great place for students to create an online notebook or portfolio.
Module 11
Video Conferencing
5 ways to use video conferencing in the classroom
- Virtual Fieldtrips- I could take my classes out to see how the math we are learning is being applied in the real-world. This would also be great for students to look at colleges or other career interest.
- Video Interviews- My classes could interview people who use the math we are currently learning in their jobs.
- Professional Development- All of the schools in our district could do PD together without having to leave their buldings. We could also get speakers from around the world to lead these PDs.
- Group Projects- Students could do group projects with another school locally or across the globe.
- Sport Camps- We could get experts to lead sports camps from across the country without the travel expenses required.
Mystery Skype and Hangout
Mystery Skype is a game where two classes connect and try to figure out where the other class is located. Below is a a blog of a 5th grade classes Mystery Skype. It looks like a lot of fun for students along with teaching them about questioning skills and geography. Introducing Mystery Skype.
Mystery Hangout is a game where two classes connect and try to figure out where the other class is located. Here is a great YouTube video to explain Mystery Hangout https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yal6Xd0ZucM In this video a teacher explains how she uses it in her classroom. Also, here is a blog from a teacher who uses Google Hangouts in their classroom. I like the pointers at the bottom. http://weinquireandinspire.blogspot.com/2015/05/breaking-down-classroom-walls-with.html
I also wanted to include this resource for both Mystery Skype and/or Mystery Hangout. This slide show is general guidelines and questions to ask when participating in one of these two games. http://www.slideshare.net/dambrosio7/mystery-hangout
I don't see this being something I would use in my classroom. I am not sure it would fit into a high school math class. Also along with the new standards and high stakes testing, I don't think I would have time to fit it in the curriculum. However, I think this would be a great idea for students in a Geography class or in another class that requires good questioning techniques. I also think it would be a great idea for younger students. My oldest is a third grader and I could see her class having a lot of fun with this game.
Mystery Hangout is a game where two classes connect and try to figure out where the other class is located. Here is a great YouTube video to explain Mystery Hangout https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yal6Xd0ZucM In this video a teacher explains how she uses it in her classroom. Also, here is a blog from a teacher who uses Google Hangouts in their classroom. I like the pointers at the bottom. http://weinquireandinspire.blogspot.com/2015/05/breaking-down-classroom-walls-with.html
I also wanted to include this resource for both Mystery Skype and/or Mystery Hangout. This slide show is general guidelines and questions to ask when participating in one of these two games. http://www.slideshare.net/dambrosio7/mystery-hangout
I don't see this being something I would use in my classroom. I am not sure it would fit into a high school math class. Also along with the new standards and high stakes testing, I don't think I would have time to fit it in the curriculum. However, I think this would be a great idea for students in a Geography class or in another class that requires good questioning techniques. I also think it would be a great idea for younger students. My oldest is a third grader and I could see her class having a lot of fun with this game.