Glogster

Glogster is an exciting web 2.0 tool. It is a way to cluster pictures, videos, and music on a certain topic into a vivid display. The glogster page is a great way to present information.

American Revolution Glogster

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 * *Glogster is visually appealing. || *Glogster is a little complicated to manipulate. || *This site would be a great way to display information about a character in a book. You could add pictures of the setting along with the character. Music could be added to set the mood of the page. ||
 * *Glogster has many different predetermined backgrounds, borders, and text bubbles. || *In order to add certain things to your glogster page you must upgrade and pay a monthly fee. || *Glogster is a neat way to integrate technology into the social studies curriculum. Students could create a glog on items such as: events leading up to the American Revolution, Civil War, and Indian tribes (and many others). ||
 * *Glogster is FREE and a great way to integrate technology into any subject area. || *Glogster is more suited for older children and would be hard for elementary aged children to use. || *Glogster could be used as a "getting to know you" activity. Students could add photos, videos, and music about their family and friends. This could be an activity that helps teachers learn the personalities of their students. ||