VoiceThread is a collaborative, multimedia slideshow tool that allows users to upload images, documents, and videos. Participants can record audio comments or written comments that are attached to specific slides. It can be used across various subjects and grade levels to encourage creativity, communication, and collaboration. The document provides examples of how VoiceThread could be used and outlines the basic steps to set up and use a VoiceThread presentation.

1. VoiceThread Colette Cassinelli [email_address] HANDOUTS: http://edtechvision.wikispaces.com/voicethread

2. NETS*S NETS #2 - Communication and Collaboration Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others. NETS for Students 2007

3. C reativity C ollaboration C ommunication http://flickr.com/photos/shareski/2655113202/in/pool-858082@N25/

4. What is a VoiceThread? A VoiceThread is a collaborative, multimedia slide show that holds images, documents, and videos.

5. VoiceThread Demo http://voicethread.com/#q.b70584.i0.k0

6. Handouts edtech VISION wiki http://edtechvision.wikispaces.com/voicethread VoiceThread 4 Education collaborative wiki http://voicethread4education.wikispaces.com

7. VoiceThread ideas … Literacy Development Poetry Anthologies Book promotions Author Studies Oral Narratives Subject Areas Scientific Inquiry Historical Cause/Effect Create an Invention

8. Even more ideas … Collaboration Landforms where we live Multi-Generational projects Showcasing Work Art Gallery Speeches Digital Portfolios Can be used with any grade level and any subject area – even professional development Visit: http://voicethread4education.wikispaces.com

9. More ideas … ESL / ELL Language Practice Cultural comparisions Thinking Around A Topic Commentary on Social Issues Debate an Issue Explanations Math directions Instructions / How to

10. Question … What is one area in your environment where you want to encourage more creativity, communication or collaboration?

11. How to make a VoiceThread Pre-plan Select Docs or Images Prepare for Narration Create Account Upload Content Add Comments

12. Step 1 – Pre-plan What the goal? Who is the audience? Who will participate? Research

13. Step 2 –Select Docs/Images Use digital photos, PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint files, images and video Hint: Use PowerPoint to make slides and then export as *.jpg Use Creative Commons licensing Can imports photos from Flickr, Facebook, or from the web BASIC MORE OPTIONS

14. Step 3 - Prepare for Narration BASIC Text MORE OPTIONS Record audio using: Audacity A cell phone (use Gcast or Gabcast) iPod w/ mic

15. Step 4 - Create account

16. Step 5 - Upload Content Upload images & choose title and description Record narration or upload audio files

17. Step 5 continued Choose sharing options: Private – view by invitation only Public view and access Comments – yes/no Comment moderation – on/off Share URL or embed in webpage or wiki

18. Step 6 - Add comments ONE account but multiple identities Younger students can draw and scan original artwork for avatar You can doodle on top of the media as you record your comment

19. Additional Suggestions Start simple. Encourage appropriate and thoughtful comments like: I noticed …, this reminds me of …, I’m not sure that .. Create extra guest avatars if sharing one account Moderate comments if VoiceThread is public.

20. A few more … Be aware of privacy issues Pay attention to copyright Use Ed.VoiceThread if you need complete control Export archival VoiceThread for offline use

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22. Questions? Please add your VoiceThread samples to the collaborative wiki at http://voicethread4education.wikispaces.com Thank you for coming