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COPH ED TECH THURSDAY!

Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016

COPH ED TECHTHURSDAY!Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016

Technology Tools in the Spotlight!

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Blackboard Groups

Research has shown that students retain information learned during the group process longer than other teaching methods. Blackboards group tool allows instructors to create groups of students in your course. Inside groups, there are multiple tools available for groups to collaborate and communicate on joint coursework. Learn more at http://bit.ly/1GRhiSk


Tip: Think about having each group create a group charter that outlines how the group will be successful.

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TAGUL

Tagul is online word cloud generator that allows you to create cool word art using words, colors, fonts, and shapes. It is easy to use, and a professional word cloud is generated quickly and efficiently. Learn more at https://tagul.com/

Tip: Use a visual word cloud to describe the content in a module, lesson, or as banner art.

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Photo Peach

Create photo slideshows in seconds that engage your students and help you tell a better story using photos. Elaborate on your photo story by adding captions, music, and comments. Just upload your photos, add your music and caption then share by embedding the slideshow on your LMS, on blogs, Facebook and more. Learn more at http://photopeach.com/


Tip: Canvas Users can easily embed a photo slideshow in the content pages to make the learning experience visual and educational at the same time.

Share your favorite technology tool to be featured in ED Tech Thursdays!

Do you have a technology tool that you like to use and want to share it? If so, please send your tool name, website URL (if applicable) and a short description of how you use it to analisa.mcmillan@unmc.edu.

Archived Issues

View archived issues of the COPH Ed Tech Thursday Bulletin.


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