Web 2.0 Resources

I would like to take a few minutes to share a few resources I have recently had the pleasure to use. I am sure these resources will be a powerful tool to some of your lessons.

1. Bubbl.us

Bubbl.us is a website that allows you to make graphic organizers/concept maps. This is something that could be used across the curriculum. It is very easy-to-use, and I would defnitely recommend it to those who don't consider themselves as "tech-savvy". There are several options that allow you to customize your creations; although, there aren't enough options that students will get easily distracted. Below is a picture of my latest concept map on the Civil Rights Movement.

2. Glogster

I absolutley love Glogster! I have actually used Glogster severla times before. It is not as easy to use as bubbl.us. With a little more effort, one could really get some use of this. This is the most creative way to design informational handouts, present assignments, or even send a special note. Check out my latest Glog!




3.Animoto
Animoto.com allows you to make your own video using self-chosen photos. I definitely enjoyed this resource the most. It is so simple to use, and I see myself using this in my professional and personal life. I used pictures that I took from my visit to the King Center to make this video. Enjoy! I'm very proud of it!

Make a video of your own at Animoto.

4. Fakebook

Fakebook allows you to make profile pages as a study resource. These profile pages could be used for studying historical figures, to chart a series of events, etc. This is a great way to make note-taking and studying exciting for the students. As a student, I'm not sure how well this would work for me. I'm sure it's great for someone. This is a link to the profile I created for Rosa Parks. Click here to see the profile I created for Martin Luther King, Jr.