Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Web 2.0 Resources

Hypermedia as defined by Roblyer& Doering (2013) is software that allows information stored in various media or various parts of media to be connected (over the internet) while multimedia is a "combination of media" that incorporates graphics and photographs, sound, motion video, animation, and/or text items for the purposes of communicating in multiple ways (pg. 172-173). Teachers and students can use various forms of hypermedia and multimedia to create instructional activities to enhance and/or supplement the learning experience. Teachers can utilize hypermedia and multimedia within the classroom through Web 2.0 authoring tools. Web 2.0 authoring tools "are available with an internet connection to generate and share online content, create online portfolios, social networking, and tagging or rating other user-generated content" (pg. 426).  
Web 2.0 resources can be used as ongoing or final assessments to test students' knowledge and understanding. As suggested by Roblyer& Doering (2013), "project based assignments should reflect seven key aspects: based on curriculum and grade-level standards, conducted over an extended time frame, expand student decision making, incorporate collaboration, provide clear understanding of assessment rubrics, real-world connections, and multimedia resources and skills' (pg. 185). The following examples are Web 2.0 resources which can be used when teaching a science unit on plant and animal cells.

Glogster-This graphic blog will be great for class/teacher websites. Glogsters can be also created by students during center time, as homework assignments or for fast finishers.



Animoto- I really liked this tool.  This can be an excellent choice as a bell ringer, exit ticket or transition monitor.

Make your own slide show at Animoto.



Voice Thread- I use the app on my cell phone to create the voice thread. This would be good to use when students have questions or when students want to know information on a specific topic.


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  1. UnknownJuly 10, 2013 at 11:03 AM

    Regina, I thought your resources were great! I agree that Glogster and Animoto are interesting and powerful tools that can be used in the classroom. I also did used the VoiceThread resource, but I really didn't like it to much! I guess for some people it would be a great tool, just wasn't my cup of tea!

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  2. UnknownJuly 10, 2013 at 8:05 PM

    Great job! Enjoyed your presentations on cells. I commend you also on your VoiceTread. I'm not sure if that resource would be right for me. But job well done. I enjoyed using the Glogster and Animoto also. These resources are very creative and will keep the students engaged. I didn't even think about using them for homework or centers. Great idea! These resources are very user friendly.

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  3. UnknownJuly 10, 2013 at 9:28 PM

    I love the cells! I may have to steal this one as well but the best is using Animoto for bell ringers! I love that you can set up by the week! Look at Science 360 for great pics to use too! Great idea!!!!!

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