Educational Value of VoiceThread

My VoiceThread-Laura D

Hello Classmates!  My project this week was made using VoiceThread.  I have never used it, and I must say that it's incredibly user friendly.  My head is already spinning with ways that I could use it within my classroom!  Here are some ideas that I have brainstormed in terms of how to use VoiceThread:

• Students could create a slide show at school-say about Ancient Rome-and then each student could post their verbal comments on the slides before presenting.
• A student with special needs could create a VoiceThread for their IEP Transition meeting-this would help especially shy students to make their needs known!
• As a shy adult, I can see myself using VoiceThread to improve my public speaking skills!  This would also be great for kids who are taking communication classes.
• Students could use VoiceThread as a component of their Speech and Language Therapy to improve their speaking skills.  Students could focus on a topic, and explain the topic in detail.
• Showing students how to navigate new websites using screenshots and voice guidance.

I found a great (semi-bland delivery, but that's okay) link that gives 100 ideas for using VoiceThread in education.  It's a collaborative project so some speakers are more dynamic than others.  You can access it by clicking here: 100 Ideas

References:

Byrne, R. (2010, June 2). Free Technology for Teachers: 100 Ways to Use VoiceThread in Education. Retrieved December 4, 2014, from http://www.freetech4teachers.com/2010/06/100-ways-to-use-voicethread-in.html#.VICGwWTF8aA