Wordles in the classroom

I've seen Wordles before but never had a use for them. After some thought I realized how much fun they could be for those students that learn best by using art! Students can create a Wordle for every subject:. Here is a sample....In order to create your own you need to have an updated version of Java so I'm thinking if you can't create one online, then students can create their own with paper and markers.

1. Describing a character in a book using character traits (reading)
2. Publish new vocabulary words (All content areas)
3. Practice common multiples (math)
4. Show synonyms (reading)
5. Alternates to the word "said" (writing)
6. equivalent fractions (math)

How would you use Wordles in your room?

Voki for the Voiceless

Now that I'm starting to loose my voice once again I thought I would check out Voki. I must say that for someone who is always loosing her voice this program can come in handy!!

I thought that I would have her say my morning reminders seeing as I still say them to every child as they walk in the door. It was a very simple program to use. My Avatar and message was created in less than 15 minutes! I can see myself using it in the future to introduce new projects. Perhaps student would be more inclined to focus and listen if the directions are coming from someone else?



I have changed my avatar to provide you with a final thought on technology within a classroom. This has truly been an amazing experience this semester!

Student Samples

My students have been feverishly working on their Animoto videos. They have spent the last two weeks researching an endangered animal, taking notes, and creating a video presentation. Keep in mind that this is the first time they have ever used an online program or taken notes off the internet! Here are a few samples.

If you're really interested you can check out the rest at my Weebly site.(endangeredanimalslinks)

Weebly Websites

Ever wish you could just create your own website with all the information you need in one place? Now you can. Check out Weebly. They offer you a simple to use tools to create your own website for free!

My students have picked their endangered animals from North America and unfortunately they can't locate all the information they need from the same site. I created a website using Weebly with all of their animals and quick links that were already screened for their use. They have little to no adds and are credible sources. I'm hoping this is going to same me and the students a lot of time... check it out!


Endangered Animals Links