ClassDojo, a fast-growing tool for managing student behavior, had added greater access and customization for students. Now the little monsters can log in to their own account, view their behavior progress and customize their Dojo monster, which is their personal icon. [Read more...]
Chat About Zombies with The Walking Dead Story Sync
February 19, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Fans of The Walking Dead can answer trivia questions, engage in discussions and answer poll questions while watching the undead horde try and devour a lonely band of survivors.
AMC introduced Story Sync, a web app, during last week’s midseason premiere. Story Sync works on tablets such as an iPad, as well as any computer’s web browser.
ClassDojo: A Unique, Techy Tool for Teachers
September 25, 2011 by 7 Comments
For school teachers looking to keep the little monsters under control, ClassDojo is an engaging and innovative web app. It uses cute monsters and pop-up notices to instantly reward good behavior and admonish naughtiness.
Teachers create a “dojo monster” for each student in their class. Then using a projector or interactive whiteboard teachers can display reward points for traits like citizenship, listening, following directions or a creative insight. Similarly, a point can be deducted if a student is off task, out of their seat or being disrespectful. A large pop-up icon with the monster’s name flies on-screen, complete with a Foursquare-like icon for the specific behavior. There is a default list of behaviors, but these and icon choices can be customized. [Read more...]
