Erica Yucuis-Padlet

For this next post, I created a Padlet.  I had briefly learned about this resource during a technology conference I went to over the summer, so I wanted to try it out and think of some ways I can actually use it in my classroom. 

Here is a link to the Padlet I created: Padlet Discussion Board

I decided to post a video on my Padlet along with a question and had my pretend students respond to the questions after watching the video. 

This website is VERY easy to use!  It gives you options that let you be creative with how your wall looks and how the posts are set up.  I did not have a chance to use it with students yet, but I feel that it will not be too difficult for them to figure it out either.  They just need to go to the URL, double click to create a post-it, and type.  The feature that I think kids will love is that it automatically updates as others are typing on it, so if more than one student is on it at a time, they will instantly be able to see what their classmate is typing.  I think my third graders will get a kick out of that.! :)

When thinking about Bloom's Taxonomy, I believe this would fall under the 'Applying,' 'Analyzing,' 'Evaluating,' or 'Creating' level depending on how you use it with students. 

The ISTE standard Padlet addresses is the second standard which is 'Communication and Collaboration.'  The students are given a platform to communicate on and share their ideas about topics the teacher chooses. 

I would recommend this to educators because I feel it is an easy way for students to communicate with the teacher and each other in a safe environment.  Children are eager to be allowed to get a Facebook , Instagram, or Twitter account so that they can communicate with their friends online.  This is a way for them to engage in this activity safely and teachers can direct the conversations to focus on educational topics.  I will be using this with my students this year and can't wait!

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