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1) We used collaborative software such as the Collaborative Word Processor in Google docs. The sample activity was a D.O.L. activity. Participants were able to view the word processor document. We were all able to view the page at the same time and were tasked to correct the sentences in the page. We were able to view other participants corrections and additions in real time.
We also browsed through www.zoho.com that had different collaborative applications such as the word processor, spreadsheet, note taker and online presentation tool.
2) These kinds of software are useful if everyone had access to a computer & internet access. Even classrooms do not have enough computers for all students to use at the same time. However, should you have the opportunity to use these kinds of software, you may use it post projects, assignments or forums. Students can use/view the projects at the same time and work together on projects/assignments.
3) An example of an assignment I might assign my future students is to use Zoho Show Online Presentation tool (like a PowerPoint maker) to work on and present information on a Science or Social Studies topic. They do not have to be physically together to create a presentation. They can be elsewhere like a library or at home, but can work together via internet to view their project and add details to their presentation. Each student will actively be involved in the creation and presentation of their project.
D.O.L. Activity using the Google docs collaborative software:
1. We created a sample WebQuest project.
2. I used questgarden.com software to create this project. I would rate this software. on a scale of 1-10, as a 9. I liked how userfriendly it was. It was easy to follow directions and had something like a wizard to help you fill out the pages. It did not however include other information like grade level, curriculum subject, etc.
3. I would use WebQuest for students in upper grades - 5th-12th. I would most likely use it for Science and Social Studies projects/assignments.
4. Using WebQuest benefits students that like working with technology (computers). This type of assignment/project is interactive and provides links and sources that students can explore to search for information. It also provides visuals for those who are visual learners.
5. I liked learning about it. I didn't know that there was anything like this - I should imagine that there are many possibilities with the internet. It was easy to learn to use the software and create projects. It may however take some time to insert information and look for links to use.
6. Please visit this link to view my WebQuest project.
www.questgarden.com/86/86/0/090915231430
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Today in Ed480, we practiced using timeline generators from some websites (teach-nology.com & xtimeline.com). We input dates, events and information to create timelines. We first created a simple timeline of our life events. We later created an informative timeline on 6 events in Computer History.
2. I would use these timeline programs in the classroom to help provide a visual for teaching important events in history, social studies or science. I may ask students to use these programs to create timelines of different periods as their projects. I may use it to learn more about students' lives from creating their own timelines.
3. I would rate teach-nology.com's Timeline generator as 9. This website's generator would be easy to use with students. However, including information may be limited.
I would rate xtimeline.com's timeline generator as 8 as there is no option to view brief details with events. It may take a bit more work to create a timeline.
