I've heard of Noodle Tools, but never seen it in action. Many of the local community colleges have it, too. So students who have used it in college would be a step ahead. I really like the idea of being able to use the notecard and outline functions, in addition to just keeping track of and citing your sources. The only problem that I wrestle with is what about students who do not have internet access or computers at home?
I've also seen Slideshare used professionally, but I had never thought of using it as a school library media specialist's tool. I have a feeling that there are many tools and programs out there that I would have this reaction to. This would be a great tool to use for an "alternate" assignment or in UDL.
Lastly, one of my college acquaintances uses Kidspiration in her first grade class. I thought it and Inspiration were really interesting programs. In addition to concept mapping, I would also use the software to come up with keywords and concepts for searches.
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ReplyDeleteI inquired about Noodle Tools in our school system and the reply was," why do you need more than the express method?"(the one where you get 3 free citations) I guess they never really checked out the note-card and outline features. Manipulating the notecards really gives shape to the research paper. I think money is probably more of a factor too. I think I'll suggest EasyBib to the teachers but it doesn't sound like they do notecards. You're right about kids not having access so we offer extended library hours 2 days a week and we have activity buses. The first graders used Kidspiration where I used to work too and they were very adept at mapping their ideas I think because they really like the computer.
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