TLED 430 Module 3 Collaborative

Assignment
Web 2.0 Tools to Support Collaborative learning

DIANE WALLACE
9/20/17

Name of the tool DebateGraph

Where to access debategraph.org
this tool (web
address)
Brief instructions Debategraph offers a simple and powerful way for groups or individuals to
of how to use the
think through complex issues and decide how to act in the face of them. It
tool
allows the user to build a visual map of all the ideas, arguments and
perspectives that are relevant to the subject under consideration.
User must first register for this free tool
After logging in, select CREATE MAP
Type in a map title
Set map access to public or private
Click CREATE MAP
Then go to NEW MAP
Begin by adding an issue
Claims or positions are then added
Evidence is added using a color code in the supportive argument box
More issues and evidence can be added
Warrants or assumptions link evidence with the claims
Longer descriptions can be made in the rollover section
By clicking on the arrow, members of the group can rate the argument
Ideas for how the Second Grade
tool can be used
Writing: 2.12 The student will write stories.
in PK-12
a) Generate ideas before writing.
b) Organize writing to include a beginning, middle, and end for narrative
and
expository writing.
Idea #1:
Students will utilize Debategraph to make a bubble graph of their ideas for
an original story authored by the student. The main idea will be typed into
Map Title followed by issue additions chronicling the beginning, middle,
and end for the narrative. Other issue additions may be made to develop
character names, traits, etc. The claims function can be used to justify
points of the story. Students are to use the rollover section to further
detail their thoughts.
Idea #2
This could be used as a collaborative tool by allowing students to work
together to form ideas for a group writing.
Fifth Grade
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Reading: 5.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of

fictional texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry.
a) Describe the relationship between text and previously read materials.
b) Describe character development.
c) Describe the development of plot and explain the resolution of
conflict(s).
e) Describe how an authors choice of vocabulary contributes to the
authors style.
f) Identify and ask questions that clarify various points of view.
g) Identify main idea.
h) Summarize supporting details from text.
i) Draw conclusions and make inferences from text.
j) Identify cause and effect relationships.
Idea #3
The teacher could use Debategraph as a collaborative tool. Students would
be arranged in small groups to analyze the same fictional text. Each
student in the group would use Debategraph to generate a map that had
issues such as text-to-world and text-to-self connections. A bubble could
be added entitled character development. Each student in the group would
add their own thoughts individually but the group could view it and rate
each idea. Other bubbles will be added to show plot development, conflict
resolution, vocabulary, points of view, main idea, summaries and cause and
effect relationships. Once the collaboration has been completed with all
opinions mapped, the group would then meet face to face to pare down
the ideas for an oral presentation about the book to the class.
Positives and Positives:
challenges of
1. Debategraph is an excellent organizational tool to help students
using the tool
map their thoughts before writing a story.
2. The use of this tool will allow for collaborative experiences to share
thoughts about an assigned reading.
3. The ability to communicate and add ideas virtually will allow
students to share ideas outside of the classroom.
4. The color-coded spheres and roll-over options give clarity to the
students ideas.
5. Help tools are readily available on the same screen.
6. Videos and images can be embedded.
Negatives:
1. The terminology used in the application is quite sophisticated and
may be too complex for younger users.
2. Although there is a private/public function, it is concerning that the
student-user may not always remember to select the appropriate
setting.
3. By using the rating system, students could feel intimidated that their
ideas may not be the most favored ones.
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Name of the tool Twiducate Maranda Zacharias

Where to access https://www.livelingua.com/twiducate/
this tool (web
address)
Brief instructions The teacher creates an account and has an overview of all of the classes
of how to use the
that they have. The students are then given the classroom code and a
tool
personalized password that the website generates for the students when
the teacher signs up. With this online tool the teacher is able to post
reminders about upcoming assignments or even links of informative videos
for their students to watch. Students are able to reply back and post their
own updates if they have any questions. The students only sees information
for their specific class, but the teacher is able to connect their class to a
class somewhere else, almost like a pen pal, so that the students and
teacher from that class are able to bounce ideas off of one another and
collaborate together.
Ideas for how the Elementary Level Students:
tool can be used
in PK-12
To use as a tool to remind students about upcoming
projects, assignments, tests and school notices.
Homework help would be another good use for this tool;
however, the teacher would have to be online during
homework time for the class.
Answering pressing questions from students will help
alleviate some anxiety.
Collaborating with other teachers/classes could boost
curriculum versatility.

Middle School and High School Student:

A reminder tool for assignments, projects, tests and school notices.

Students who have missed class or who are struggling could utilize
this tool to get make-up assignments or supportive assignments.
A good form of communication between students and teacher.
Reviews, study guides and other adjunct material could be posted.
Collaborating with other teachers/classes could boost curriculum
versatility.

Positives and Positives:

challenges of
using the tool
Communication tool that is easy students and teachers
Anxiety relief for difficult homework, projects, assignments
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Allows for make-up and supportive work

Another method to announce deadlines

Negatives:

Files are difficult to upload

Must share links and create project/files outside of the program
Teachers must be available to answer questions