Collab web tools in education final blog

    This class provided very productive and practical applications I can use in my class. I enjoyed how interactive the class was and forced us to use the applications we would use in our classrooms. The variety of tools we used was abundant which gave us an opportunity to try and use to see what worked best for us. There were many I liked but also found some that I would not use because it did not lend itself to my subject matter. 

 The first artifact I enjoyed doing was google maps. I used this application with my students to take them to "la Ronda" which is an outdoor market place in Spain. This application allows me to take my students on a virtual field trip. In a world language class it is important to immerse the student in the language. We would usually take the students on a field trip or study abroad but this is the next best thing.

    My second artifact would be the final class when we completed the amazing race. I thought it was very creative and interactive. I can see myself using this in my class and the students enjoying it. It also provided many applications I can use. I really enjoyed using jigsawplanet.com that lets you create your own puzzles and wakelet. It would be a lot of leg work at the beginning to set the website up but it will be worth it. I like how it promoted competition and collaboration between the students. 

    I felt I grew throughout the class. I learned different tools which would allow my students to collaborate and think critically. They can use these apps to communicate with their peers and make them feel comfortable doing it. It was a great experience and learned many creative ways to engage my students.