There is a code to join the 2012 Edmodo group: 31mqzu
Connect also with the presenter, 3rd grade teacher/edtech cheerleader, Jennifer Bond.
Lots of basic information on what Edmodo can do, how to set up for students and parents. Also discussed best practices for safe networking.
Parents can connect to see their child's interaction on Edmodo and also the grade book for their child.
There is a relatively new quiz feature along with assignments, polls. In addition, There is a library feature to create files to organize and share with others on Google.docs adds easily into the edmodo library.
Edmodo communities is a nice tool to enter into and extend professional learning communities.
THe teacher can set up several groups to be a part of as long as keeping track of an assignment calendar.
Possible assignments:
Posting Student videos
Posting Pictures of different polygons/geometric shapes
Take pictures through science experiments for observation
Polls
Quiz
Teacher can embed a video for student viewing and reflections
Recommended to use the zapd app for aiding at home Edmodo use.
One more bonus of edmodo: If a student is absent, s/he can still feel connected by logging in from anywhere with internet access.
Shannon. I've used Edmodo for discussion questions and it's really neat that the other schools can also join the Edmodo group and share in discussions. We used Edmodo during our Native American unit. The students really enjoy discussing this way especially the shy ones!!
ReplyDeleteNancy you point out something we all need to remember about technology, it gives voice to those who don't always feel comfortable speaking up!
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