Symbaloo - Organize Websites You Use

So we have all had the problem when we find a website, link video, etc that we love and we used last year in the classroom and then we can't find it, even after saving it to our web browser's bookmarks because there are 200 addresses saved.

There is a quick fix that is easy to use for you and your students and it is called Symbaloo!

This cloud based website (you can get to it from anywhere and any device with Internet) allows you to organize and save links that you want to save.

Here is what a sample page of links looks like...

This is just one page and you ca make pages for different subjects, grades, classes, etc. (really however you want to organize them).

The graphics in the squares are nice for a quick visual and you can also name them for a second reference.

I have found that students like using this as well for the various websites that they use often at our middle school.

Some links that they regularly have on their Symbaloo page are:

• Every teacher's website
• Online textbook for applicable classes
• IXL Math practice
• Khan Academy
• Quia
• Quizlet
• School Website
• Other

In addition, many students end up appreciating the organization and use the Symbaloo for personal use and organize according to interest.

Students also switch from one device to another often. This means they can access from phones, iPods, iPads, computers and netbooks.

Here is an excellent introductory video made by Symbaloo themselves!

For those that want something a little more in-depth this video is great and it is made by a 7th grade student.

Thanks for reading,

SET

Quick tip for testing new tech

Ever fear that a new technology resource won't work when you go to try it out in class?

A great way to get a feel for how it will work is to have a few students try it out in class or at home and get feedback before introducing it to the masses.

Another great way is to put feelers out on Twitter using hash tags that include the name and/or #edtech #edtechchat or your subject like #msmathchat or #mathchat

Just a couple ways to wade through the black hole of the internet to find solid technology resources.

Thanks for reading,
SET