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Edmodo in the Classroom
Ed Tech Conference, March 30, 2012
Today we are going to look at how to setup your Edmodo account, how to manage your classes, and ways to use Edmodo in the classroom.
How can Edmodo be used in my classroom?
Edmodo can be used in a variety of ways in the classroom. Here are just a few ideas.
Literature Circles
Divide your class into small groups on Edmodo and post discussion questions specific to the small groups literature circle.
Online Portfolio
Have students upload assignments (digital files or pictures) to create an online source of all student work.
Class Start Page
Use Edmodo as a starting point for class when utilizing the computer lab.
Question & Answer Sessions
Students can post questions to the group or teacher about assignments or various topics.
Class Calendar and Announcement Board
Use the Calendar and Announcements to keep students & parents informed about what is happening in the classroom.
Posts Webquests and Online Resources
Create a folder shared with your students containing online resources for various topics
Here are some other ideas for using Edmodo in the classroom.
Edmodo's Blog Post of Shared Lesson Ideas
Edmodo in Action: Videos of Uses by Subject
What you Need to Know to Get Started
- Create your Account
- Create/Join a Class
- Share Access Code
- Create Posts
- Manage Students
- Parent Codes
- Your Library
- Gradebook
- Calendar
- Badges
- Assignments & Quizzes
- Connections & Communities
- Parent Introduction Letter & Student Internet Contract (see links at bottom)
Where can I Learn to Use Edmodo?
The Help Center can be found when clicking the "Account" button on the top right (or click the photo above). This is an excellent place to find information on a variety of topics. Also, asking questions to the other teachers in the Edmodo community is a good way to learn. The video below also gives a brief over view of getting started on Edmodo.
Resources for Edmodo
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