Submitted by Richard McKee (not verified) on January 30, 2008 - 09:05.
This was a great website. It seems to be a wonderful way in which to incorporate technology into lessons. Many students can benefit from using graphic organizers to express their thoughts and reactions. For some it is more beneficial than more"traditional ways." It may also be helpful for students who may have difficulty expressing themselves through writing. It seems very similar to Inspiration and Kidspiration. I work at an Elementary School in a low income area with a High ELL population. I recently began using Inspiration with my students and have noticed a huge difference with my ELL students. While many of them do not participate in class discussions, I have found that they have a tremendous insight when allowed to use this program to respond to questions. Combining this program with a smartboard is also very effective for the whole class. If this website is as similar as it appears to Inspiration, then it is well worth it. I wonder how well it will work with a smartboard though?
Opening the Mind through the Eyes
Submitted by Richard McKee (not verified) on January 30, 2008 - 09:05.
This was a great website. It seems to be a wonderful way in which to incorporate technology into lessons. Many students can benefit from using graphic organizers to express their thoughts and reactions. For some it is more beneficial than more"traditional ways." It may also be helpful for students who may have difficulty expressing themselves through writing. It seems very similar to Inspiration and Kidspiration. I work at an Elementary School in a low income area with a High ELL population. I recently began using Inspiration with my students and have noticed a huge difference with my ELL students. While many of them do not participate in class discussions, I have found that they have a tremendous insight when allowed to use this program to respond to questions. Combining this program with a smartboard is also very effective for the whole class. If this website is as similar as it appears to Inspiration, then it is well worth it. I wonder how well it will work with a smartboard though?