final project part i
DESCRIPTION
This professional development plan explains Voice Thread in connection to language arts. See Part II for Youblisher and Kid Blog.TRANSCRIPT
Fishing for Connections:Integrating Technology into Language Arts
ECOMP 6800 FinalCassie Applegate
Johnna NolesLindsey Young
Voice Thread
A collaborative, multimedia slide show that holds images, documents, and videos.It allows people to navigate pages and leave comments.• Voice•Text•Audio file •Video
Users can doodle while commenting!
• The commenting feature• Group work for class projects • Allows students to feel more
comfortable with sharing their ideas• Manage and maintain the safety of
their students by moderating comments
• Parents can view their child's work online
Why Use Voice Thread?
•Voice Thread offers a specific section for educators.
•VoiceThread for educators ensures appropriate comments and allows educators and classes to collaborate.
Educational Use
Literacy Connections
There are many ways to use Voice Thread in the classroom. One way is to create a book that students can retell and add comments.
Your Account
Voice Thread Basics1. Add your pictures,
Power Point, You Tube video, or website.
Voice Thread Basics
2. Choose a comment
option (phone, webcam,
microphone, or text).
Voice Thread Basics
3. Share your
creation with
teachers, students,
and parents!
Extra Features
Embed your Voice Thread
in your classroom
blog, webpage, or
Wiki!
Choose who can view or comment on your Voice
Thread.
• Start small. Begin by creating your own VoiceThread and have students practice commenting. As your students become more comfortable with VoiceThread, they can make an individual project.• Model appropriate comments. Give them
prompts to start their comments.• Discuss netiquette and copyright issues.• Under one account, you can create an entire
class, which will allow you to monitor students from your account.• If your VoiceThread is public, make sure to
monitor all comments before allowing them to be posted.
Tips for Teachers
Restroom Break