Thing 22

OK, here's my wiki https://knowtes.wikispaces.com/ . What a great way to collaborate. This is more than just self-expression (which is what blogs allow you to do and then others respond). This is "here's my work" and now it's your turn. Change it, add to it, revise it, edit it, delete it (scary) but I WANT you to put your 2 cents in. I would imagine that you have to be ready not to "own" whatever you put out there. It's amazing how differently people see things. I learned that with tags. I never cease to be amazed at what people put under certain tags?????? At any rate, if I had a class of students I would definitely use wikis. This is a tool I would choose as a teacher and then go deep with. As always, thanks for listening. Leslie

Thing 17 Part 2

Here is my first Knowtes deck - had some trouble with embedding the code and on the website.

Thing 17

Questions I asked while exploring the various tools included: Do I need a tool like this? Do I currently have a tool that does something similiar? Is this version better than what I currently use? Should I consider switching or use both? For four of the tools listed I do already have a tool and from what I can see I'll stick with what I have. Inspiration and Kidspiration software work fine for generation of concept maps, org charts etc. I'm pretty stuck on PowerPoint but would certainly consider uploading and sharing a presentation online. Milk and 30 boxes might have more appeal if we didn't use Groupwise - I'll remember them if I'm ever not in the Groupwise environment anymore. As for LibraryThing and Trailfire I don't have a current tool and I'm not sure I have a current need.
Of all the tools explored Knowtes has the most potential for both personal and professional use for me. Excellent for vocabulary development, helping cement in memory the steps of a process, memorization of Scripture, review points for a test etc. You might be suprised at how many K-5 teachers still give out spelling words in isolated lists - I imagine that even the most stalwart of teachers would consider producing flashcards with words and definitions or sentences. I even know a teacher or two I'm going to try it on. I'll let you know if it works :). As always, thanks for listening. Leslie