Never-ending Story…can it go on?
By tnturner on Dec 14, 2007 in Technology Integration
A couple years ago, my media specialist shared with me a link to “The Neverending Tale“. At the time it was up and running, I’d have to say it was late 2004. At the time, I wasn’t ready to embrace its use. Having really just made the jump into educational technology.
Earlier this week I came across this article on TechCrunch. It really did pique my interest to the point of, how can I get something like this to be done on my campus. Here’s the basic concept. “Twittories” uses the 140 character limit imposed by Twitter to create a work of fiction. Much like “The Neverending Tale” from the late 90s – early 2000s did.
Here’s my problem: Twitter is blocked by my district. So that’s out. This is a shout out to all in my network of friends and colleagues. I’d like to start something like this, small of course, working with one of my 4th grade classrooms, as 4th Grade is the year that their writing is assessed by the state. At this time I do not have access to anything like Blackboard, nor know enough about Moodle to begin to fathom trying to create something. I’ve looked at the Moodle site, to me, very confusing. I am sure I can ask a friend of mine to host web space for me, is that what I’d need to use something like Moodle? (Here’s hoping there’s a session on Moodle @ FETC that I can sit in on) .
What are some other alternatives that I could use here. Again, this is a call for advice. Any and all would be greatly appreciated.
Seeking the Wisdom of the Ages.
Tom.
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2 Comment(s)
How about setting up a wiki? You could arrange the collaborations through Twitter at home, then set up a wiki for everyone to contribute to the story.
Another idea – is VoiceThread blocked by your district? Classrooms could add their own narrative, either in voice or in writing, and even add pictures to the story.
You need to talk to your district about getting eChalk – they have a built in discussion boards and stuff. I know how picky your district is about security-don’t blame them. eCHalk is safe. No, I’m not their sales person so I’m not getting endorsements for them.
Moodle isn’t bad – but do you have time to also deal with moodle? You’ve got a lot on your plate. That’s why vendors are here to begin with-to make your life easier.