VoiceThread

VoiceThread is allows for full-class access, the use of differentiated instruction, and collaboration.  On this website, the course instructor can upload a picture, and have students respond in three different ways: they can write, speak, or draw.  These options are great for students being that personalities and learning styles always differ.

In class, I uploaded three different pictures from the Ellis Island category.  The pictures on the website can allow students to think and storytell about each picture.  Students can view pictures and respond any three ways.  All students can view or hear other students' responses.

I still need more time to become better acquainted with the site. It is still a bit confusing to me, and I had some technical difficulties in class on Tuesday.  I think that once I figure out how to navigate the website comfortably, this could be a great tool in the classroom.  It may be hard though to ensure that all students have access to the internet, microphones, etc. And if they don't have access to those things at home, it is not necessarily true that it will be available in school.