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This is my infographic created in Google Docs today to summarise some of my key learning. |
It has been inspiring to be in a space to learn more about Manaiakalani and the Learn, Create, Share pedagogy. Not only did we learn about it but we have been able to put this into practise with our own creations, like this inforgraphic I created using Google Docs.( This was a first for me)
I really loved using the 'remove background' tool. For the Marie Kondo image. I think my students will love it to.
What did I learn that could improve my confidence, capability or workflow as a professional?
What has impacted me the most today has been the learning and information about the use of Google Groups. I am so excited to use Google Groups for creating better work flow, especially with emails for students and whānau. I have popped some images up from our slide deck and also as a reminder to set the default to allow external memberss to join. This is especially useful for members outside of your school email domain.
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| Remember to allow external members for people outside of your school email ! |
What did I learn that could be used with my learners?
The VOICE TYPING tool which is easy to use in Google Docs will be a game changer. To use this amazing tool to recording your voice which then types the words you speak as text. I use this kid of application on my phone, but have not seen it used in Google Docs before. To use this in your Google Doc - Select TOOLS in the menu bar and then Voice Recording. Remember to change to New Zealand English for our accent. (Or whatever language or accent you have)
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Vicki our facilitator shared a valuable tip which is to allow students time to practise to use the voice recording tool, just like learning to write. Another challenge can be classroom with lots of talking and noise. So you can try using a cup or a piece of paper rolled up to the mircrophone, or allow students to go outside to record.
I am looking forward to next week and to putting some of this new learning into practise with my class this week.
Kia ora Zoey. It was great to meet you and work with you in our bubble yesterday. I agree that voice typing is a game changer. I always had one or two reluctant writers who started pumping out huge amounts of writing after using the tool. Just remember to check with others before making Google Groups because once you've made one then that name can't be used again. See you next week!
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ReplyDeleteSo great that you are already thinking about how you can put some of these new found skills into practice in your own class! Voice typing is one that seems to be a real winner with teachers on the DFI. I'm sure that there will be many other examples of tips and tricks you can put into practice over the next few weeks too!
Hey Zoey - I am so glad that you got some takeaways from today as you are quite the guru so it makes me feel better that you are enjoying this. I also feel that voice typing would really help some reluctant writers become more successful. I had a wee laugh at the Marie Kondo thing as well all like things to be in order and run smoothly :)
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