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Welcome!Welcome! Log into the computer using this name:
Username: oms.amy.student Password: fishy1! Domain: HSMS
Sign into the wiki and post your files from last class (Discovery Streaming).
IntroductionIntroduction
Watch the Quick Start video from Inspiration’s website for an overview of the program.
What is Inspiration?What is Inspiration?
A tool that allows students and teachers to plan, research and complete projects successfully.
Has integrated Diagram and Outline Views
Create graphic organizers and expand topics into writing
Allows students to learn in multiple modes
Why Should I Use Inspiration?Why Should I Use Inspiration? General chart/diagram to help students plan out
their writing
Provide assistance for special needs populations
Differentiate instruction in your classroom w/graphic organizers (add audio, video, written notes)
Integrating technology also helps us meet the MD student and teacher tech standards
DiscussDiscuss
What will “work” with this program right away?
What issues could this program present?
What intimidates you about using the program with your students?
Pros and Cons of Using Pros and Cons of Using Concept Mapping SoftwareConcept Mapping Software
PROS
Help students brainstorm ideas during writing process
Differentiate instruction Quickly convert diagrammed
ideas to outline and back Use for remediation w/SPED,
ESL and LARI students Starter web pages, notes area
help produce a published file in a different format
CONS
Each student needs a computer to use for the activity- COW or PC lab
Adds extra time to a project you’re working on
Can it be used in place of the formal writing process?
Students mostly use informal language skills while brainstorming
Time spent teaching class how to use the program