Popplet

[|www.popplet.com]


 * Introduction**

Popplet.com could be a helpful resource for all subject areas in most grade levels. Popplet is a “visual communication platform where you can post images, post videos, curate links, think visually, sketch ideas, and share and collaborate with others.” The explanation from the website itself was so informative, I could not explain Popplet any better myself. This website is also free!
 * Ways to Use Popplet in the Classroom**

There are a few different ideas for using Popplet in the classroom. The reason I selected Popplet, and the reason I believe many people would choose it, is because of its mind mapping tool. The website looks similar to a large graphic organizer, yet you can share information and communicate with others. Other ways I saw this tool being used was an interactive bulletin board, sorting activities, matching activities, word wall, brainstorming, and reflect on learning. Another plus to this Web 2.0 tool is its capability to be used on an ipad.

An example of how this tool is used for a math activity is located here: []

Another great link to information about Popplet is []

Taylor Massa

Mattalue Ellis Incredible site! The home page of Popplet immediately catches the attention of any user; fast, friendly and interactive applications allows a user that is a beginner or advanced to quickly link up to whatever application they are looking for. Mobile application and IPad capabilities is also an added features that will make this a site something that the students will enjoy. It will allow them to discuss and interact with one another about assignments, brainstorming activities and adding images to develop posters.

Popplet really knows how to grab your attention! I like the mind-mapping tool also. I teach a Careers class and we discuss ethics at least once a week throughout the entire year. This would be great to use with an ethics scenario where the students are required to discuss the pros and cons. I know there are many more, but that popped in my brain as I watched the short video. Also, I was wondering. Is there a fee? I noticed on the video it asked about "ordering". Thanks for the info. Jeannie