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Wizlite

What it is: Wizlite is a handy little web tool that lets you highlight text (just like you would on paper) on any page on the Internet and then share it with others. Wizlite uses a a Firefox extension or a bookmarklet to show and store selections. It is free and easy to use! How to integrate Wizlite into the classroom: Wizlite is a handy tool for directing your students to specific information while they are learning on the web. Use Wizlite to teach your students to find the main idea on a webpage. Students can create groups on Wizlite and share pages with their highlights with other students. Wizlite is also very useful for sharing portions of webpages with your colleagues quickly and easily. Tips: Wizlite does require you to install an extension. This is easy to do and the Wizlite site walks you through the steps. Leave a comment and tell us how you are using Wizlite in your classroom.

One Minute Countdown

Posted by admin | Posted in Fun & Games, Interactive Whiteboard, Middle/High School, Primary Elementary, Secondary Elementary, Teacher Resources, Websites | Posted on 11-11-2009

Tags: classroom management, countdown timer, motivation, one minute countdown, timer

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What it is: Another great tool from Triptico, One Minute Countdown is a simple web tool that acts as a countdown timer for the classroom. The countdown is perfect for using at a center on classroom computers or on an interactive whiteboard/projector.

How to integrate One Minute Countdown into the classroom: I find it difficult to give students adequate thinking time after asking a question. Usually as teachers, we call on the first hand that shoots up. This can be a hindrance for students who require a little longer to process and think about the question asked. Use the One Minute Countdown to pace yourself and give students built in time to think. The One Minute Countdown Timer can also be used for classroom games, or as motivation to move quickly during transitions (see if your students can beat the clock).

Tips: You can choose whether or not you want a sound to play when the countdown has finished.

Leave a comment and share how you are using One Minute Countdown in your classroom.