#symchat Archive
#symchat conversations focus on classroom integration of SymbalooEDU, the educational version of Symbaloo developed for students, educators and schools.
Wednesday August 24, 2016
Greetings and Salutation to all /ers
Keith George, Alabama State Department of Education
Kim in MI. Mostly lurking, got to get dinner on table :)
We're excited to join you all in this today- where's everyone joining us from?
To kick it off, what OER resources have you/do you plan to use in your class?
Actually I have some of Ck-12 resources on my Symbaloos. What a coincidence
FieldTrip-VR is also hosting a free webinar on Sept 13 on VR in the classroom. Register at: https://t.co/AEZ9fH1kQ9
Q2. What are some of the ways you will use CK-12 resources (practice, textbooks, videos etc.)?
I am just looking at your site for the first time. Lots of resources to check out ! https://t.co/OLbcDnKrOi
Q2. What are some of the ways you will use CK-12 resources (practice, textbooks, videos etc.)?
A2 all of the above. The more options to reach kids the better.
A2 certainly to facilitate more Curriculum Integration, and my fave PBL via
All the aspects teachers look for in resources! https://t.co/PNBJgeiNO1
great, lots to explore! its all high quality, teacher curated and vetted, and free! :)
Q3) We just announced several new products for school this year: https://t.co/SkBmSdyJpE Which one are you most excited about?
A3 Well, I would start with the training videos on how to implement your product into the classroom https://t.co/BSzzyUmba0
Q3) We just announced several new products for school this year: https://t.co/SkBmSdyJpE Which one are you most excited about?
A3 love webinars. Let's me learn from my couch.
A 3 I'm into the new Study Guides. Looks impressive
Are your resources organized by grade level
The freedom to use browse so many of your new additions right fr my mobile device is a +
Or do you set up your class?
are all the features that are available on the web, the same as the app? I spot diff,
Q4) Do you use a paid digital practice program for your class? If so, which one? Btw, CK-12 practice is free! ;)
We use First in Math for math practice
A4 have used scoot pad and mobymax in past. No $ this year, just free versions.
paid has been used. Glad to know yours if free. How does it compare to eg IXL
I see the concept maps are coming soon. Looking forward to it cross platform ๐
what subject areas are covered?
mainly STEM, that's our core focus
Q5) Donโt forget interactive simulations! Describe some ways you can use CK-12 interactives.
I'm in the mobile version playing around and don't get many options STEM wise . Am I missing something?
you can choose Math, Science and continue exploring a branch from there on.
I am new to and I want to learn more Jane H.
I am new to and I want to learn more Jane H.
I am browsing them now. I see a lot of science ones I can use if they are on elementary level https://t.co/lGK7erba5B
Q5) Donโt forget interactive simulations! Describe some ways you can use CK-12 interactives.
I did and there was no English or language arts via the mobile. Is it only on the web based side?
Sorry everyone, had to step away to cover a family issue
Better late than never to ! Just got home. Current question anyone?
-Emily from Texas, btw!
Hello ! Q5) Donโt forget interactive simulations! Describe some ways you can use CK-12 interactives.
Q6) CK-12 is available on all devices (chrome books, mac, pc, tablets, phones etc). Which one would you use?
A3: Catching up, Concept map looks really cool!
A6) Since I just moved to Chromebook district, I'd use Chromebooks. ;)
A6: Device agnostic here, I have to work with all devices!
A6 We have 6 iPads in our classroom
Q7) Any last questions for the team at CK-12 today?
A7 Are you able to identify your most popular resources for fourth graders?
A7 can I request a DM walk through, I've got lots more questions regarding mobile vs web based
A7: cam the sims be embedded?
primarily been our math practice at the elementary school levels
Thank you, will check it out ! https://t.co/JwIcN9INUt
primarily been our math practice at the elementary school levels
A7 was unable to find any E in STEM component on mobile. ๐ข
they can be linked from your LMS for each individual sim..
Thanks to all members for participating in an engaging discussion today! Feel free to email: support@ck12.org for any questions!
will we see a move to STREAM
Thank you for sharing this with us ๐
