Glogster

=**Glogster **= http://edu.glogster.com

Glogster is much more than an interactive digital poster. Its boundless self expression ability transforms curriculum topics into dynamic 21st learning experiences. Discover how to use this widely talked about tool to create amazing digital displays and resources for professional and student centered topics. Teach your students to think critically and analytically when choosing elements for their design. Link, embed video, add pictures and sound, and much more in one organized, creative place. Set up student accounts and get your whole staff or classroom glogging! Share and embed the glogs you make in other places including classroom websites. The possibilities are endless! If you're looking for an introduction to Web 2.0 Glogster is a great place to start or build your know-how.

1. A creative, dynamic, and innovative digital outlet that captures learner's excitement for online creations, keeps learners engaged in course content, and makes teaching and learning more fun. 2. A private and safe platform, monitored directly by teachers. Teachers control all the activities of their learners. 3. A valuable teaching tool that integrates diverse core subjects including math, science, history, art, photography, music and more for individual learner portfolios, unique alternative assessments, and differentiated instructional activities. 1. A fun, imaginative, and powerful learning experience which fosters independent creative self expression, positive learner-teacher relationships, and teamwork on collaborative class projects. 2. A vibrant, multi-sensory learning experience which integrates learner’s knowledge and skills into traditionally text-oriented subjects and motivates learner’s desire to explore topics in which they may previously have been less interested. (Retrieved from [])
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 * Topic:** Glogster
 * Workshop Length:** 1 Hour
 * Workshop Materials:** Computer Lab or Laptops, Projector
 * Max Number Of Participants:** 15
 * Short Description:** In this workshop participants will learn about Glogster and how to use it effectivly in the classroom to enhance instruction
 * Goals Of Workshop:** Participants will
 * 1) Register for a classroom Glogster account
 * 2) Understand the components of a Glogster
 * 3) Understand how to navigate the site, edit and create a Glog
 * 4) Create a Glogster
 * 5) Brainstorm Ideas for use of Glogster in the classroom


 * Format of Workshop:** hands on, discussion, demonstration, project based
 * Alignment with District Goals**: This workshop supports the 2006-2009 Salem School District Technology Plan by matching the skills gained to the following technology plan goals.

__**Teaching and Learning Goals **__ All teachers will use technology to improve instruction and student assessment. __**Literacy Goals **__ Literacy represents the ability to responsibly employ appropriate technology to access, process, and communicate information.  Students and Staff will: = = =**Resources**=
 * Teachers and administrators will use technology to collect and analyze student assessment data
 * Demonstrate basic technology operations and concepts
 * Effectively express ideas using suitable media