I used http://bighugelabs.com/ to create a motivator poster that I would use to hang in my classroom. I would use photos of my students in order to make the posters more personal. Many mash-up applications can be used in a classroom. For example, I could use Mappr to create a map of pictures related to what we are studying in the classroom. I could put a picture of the authors or literary work that we have studied on the map. I could use Splashr to create visually appealing presentations for my class. I could use Mosaic maker to create a mosaic that would serve the purpose of familiarizing students with pictures of content specific photos. The possibilities for using mash-up applications are really endless in a classroom. They are relatively easy to use, but look incredibly creative. :)
Kelley, I loved your idea about creating personalized motivational posters. Also, using Mappr to creat a map of pictures related to what is being studied is such a creative idea. This also works well for almost any content area.
ReplyDeleteNot to piggyback on the previous comment, but I really like the motivational poster as well. I think we're all so used to seeing those posters with some boring, generic scene that actually ends up detracting from the message its supposed to support. Customizing the message, and of course the picture, does a lot to make it more personable and relateable. Simple, yet elegant idea.
ReplyDeleteThanks guy! I love them too! I plan on using them one day! I think students will love them!
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