Word Cloud, or Wordle, is a program that allows the user to create a word/picture design. It uses a variety of text subjects and arranges the words in several different fonts, colors, and shapes.
At first I was very frustrated-again-at trying to teach myself because I kept running into a wall. Finally it worked and I was so excited that I created a couple just for fun.
Because I had difficulty retrieving the image, I ended up using the snipping tool to save it. I'm not sure if that is permissabe, but it worked!
Wordle would be a great resource for students to use by using text from different stories, holidays, and lists of words to create a unique design with words.
This is an excellent activity for incorporating technology into the content areas. For example, since Social Studies is now project-based according to the new technology standards, the students could use the site/ program a just one part of their project or book report. I chose a speech by Sojourner Truth, a woman who spoke out on equal rights as my sample speech.
NETS:
2. Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and Assessments
a. design relevant learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativity
b. develop technology-enriched learning environments that enable all students to pursue their individual curiosities, set their own educational goals, manage their own learning
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