Popplet
I tried Popplet out for this module. I used it to introduce our Northeast Region of the US. We are starting with that region in Social Studies at the start of the year. We learn about the states and capitals, landmarks, geography, and government. As a 4th grade team, we also spend time learning about Ellis Island and immigration in this unit.
I have never used Popplet but once I started using it the program seemed similar to Padlet. You are able to add videos, links, post-it style information. However I found Padlet easier to use and manipulate. I think I would opt to use Padlet over Popplet. With both you are able to collaborate and share the information. You can also export the information in multiple ways. I do like the aspect of creating a "web" style document that connects from a main topic. Popplet allows you to write notes within each Popplet.
Here is the Popplet I created to support students.
I think that the Popplet I created would be a great landing page for the Northeast Region. Providing the link for students would give them a great way to get started learning. I would love to give my class an opportunity to add to the site. They would be able to add sites they find, videos or alternate gaming websites that support learning. Then they can learn from each other too. Share the knowledge!
Students would be able to use communication and collaboration from the ISTE standards when they work together to add to the Popplet. They would contribute to the project as a class and we will learn more because of it.
This is a great use of Popplet! As with most Web 2.0 tools there are 100 ways to complete the same task (to your point of Padlet being similar). Consider having your students use Popplet to create review study guides!
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