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7.17.2010

Tool #3: A Glog in my blog...

Wordle: I just got back from an amazing leadership institute at Choices and the topic was Human Rights. I had some words on my mind that will definitely be coming up in my classroom this year:




Wordle: Human Rights Wordle



Briefly explain how these samples would be used and how they might add to the learning process in your classroom.

I will add to this post once I figure out how to make my Wordle clearer!--Any suggestions???

Updated on August 3, 2010
Glogster: I have added a glog (after quite a bit of trouble with the website; warning: if you plan on using Glogster create an account before creating the Glog. I lost one that I had spent quite a bit of time on! The one created and posted on my blog did not take nearly as long...).
The glog created shares links to my classroom web-page, WAIS's web-page, as well as a link to some cool maps I use a few times throughout the year. I think this tool could be useful to students who are looking for a creative way to share links, images, and video. However, I can't help but think about the amount of time it takes--is this use of technology worth it or would my time be spent better elsewhere? I see the purpose of and use technology in my classroom but was slightly frustrated with this tool. Perhaps it was my difficulties that caused my frustration!


Credits:
Image generated on Wordle
Virtual poster generated on Glogster



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5 comments:

  1. Mr.CJuly 19, 2010 at 5:38 AM

    After you make your wordle on your MacBook, Print then chose PDF from the drop down menu choose save PDF to Iphoto.

    That will give you a clear copy of the wordle you create.

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  2. Ms. WaltmanJuly 28, 2010 at 2:38 PM

    Thanks, Mr. C :) I'l have to give that a try--I have to go find my Wordle since I made it on a different computer!

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  3. bethbrayJuly 28, 2010 at 2:47 PM

    Great tip on making it clearer! I was having the same problem with my wordle. I couldn't figure out how to make it bigger either. I guess it just takes more time playing around with it! Your Wordle looks great Jesse :)

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  4. WAIS-HS-ArtJuly 29, 2010 at 10:49 AM

    I had to take a screen shot (cmd, shift, 4) and upload that image to get mine to appear clearer. The .pdf comment from Anthony would work also.

    If you click on it, the larger version shows up fine, so I think it's just how your thumbnail is sizing that is throwing it off.

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  5. Ms. MckendAugust 2, 2010 at 12:47 PM

    I like how you chose to include words that were on your mind. I could see the kids doing something like this once we finish a unit.

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