A month ago, Tracy Bowker (a training consultant from Cognition) enlightened me with the need of preparing the kids for the future - the use of gadgets, technology, apps in every element of living. I was like whacked by a bat to suddenly realized that 10 years ago, there's no such thing as apps developer and gadgets designer (mobile). And realized each time that I banned them from using gadgets I have taken their chances to hone their skills for the future.
So, I opened edmodo.com again and explore. I was literally breathing down my lappie's neck (if it has a neck) like a maniac to discover I can do lots of things with my students. The good part is that it works like facebook/ twitter. The best part is I can set assignment to the students complete with attachments, due dates, grading system and reward badges.
Hah, my students love it. They feel like they are playing games but in actuality they are learning. I search for many links that I could include with the assignments. Reading, grammar, writing and listening. I am still thinking of how to conduct speaking activity. That can be done in class but the assignment can be instructed by edmodo. Here's few snapshots I would like to share.
I thought I had commented on this one but it is not here! Edmodo looks like a great tool. How can you tell if it is making a difference to student learning? Can you think of an activity where you could find this out? When using these tools we also have to think about ways of keeping the students engaged - different types of activities, the purpose of learning in this way...can students source the materials to match the learning intention? Just some thoughts...nice work :)
ReplyDeleteWatching and reading this slideshare presentation might inspire you some more :)
ReplyDeletehttp://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2013/05/30/take-another-look-around/