ICT mentor program Day 1

Learnt about Linoit sticky notes from the day 1 program and decided to try it out. I have set the first one without the ability for public to post and the second one open to post. Sign up for the account free @ http://linoit.com/home The other tool which we use extensively today is Google document to create feedback/consolidate ideas. The consolidated ideas can be further highlighted/clarified by the facilitator. I had explained how it was used in 2009 http://ezitnew.blogspot.com/2009/11/google-documents.html

In fact I have extended the use together with glogster for a VE lesson in 2010. I have used the form to collect responses for the lesson - it was effective as the form allowed the info to be consolidated instantly and it saved paper. Students are more engaged with this new e-form compared to a paper worksheet. http://ezitnew.blogspot.com/2010/08/national-ict-sharing.html

Other tools introduced were Google word cloud and http://www.coveritlive.com/.%20I was very impressed with the use of word cloud - I think it would be a fantastic tool for brainstorming. A question was asked and the participants entered a word/phrase into a box. All the responses are collated and entries which have been submitted more will actually appear bigger. This was done using google form. After creating the form with 1 question (text box). Open the spreadsheet and insert the gadget - word cloud or advanced word cloud. As shown below, once the gadget is inserted, it will appear on the spreadsheet. Just click on the top left hand corner and click on publish Gadget. Copy the html code to your site or blog. I could not paste it here as it conflict with my blog account.

The coveritlive.com tool was used together with the fish bowl strategy. A group form the inner circle and discuss on a topic. The group in the outer circle will observe the discussion and record their observations on coveritlive.One thing good about this tool is that if you click on the bubble at the button of it - you will be able to translate it to another language. A poll (quiz) was also integrated. He mentioned that the postings can be archived and the group could go back to it to check the responses.

You can view our live discussion here: http://www.coveritlive.com/index2.php/option=com_altcaster/task=viewaltcast/altcast_code=d7bc0e35df/height=800/width=800

Another good link for educator - educational videos from edutopia: http://www.edutopia.org/east-technology-lab-video

We watched the one on East - A way forward.