The website is www.edmodo.com and it provides access to immediate discussions and helpful feedback. AND, thanks to the app, you won't need to use your computer at all for this tool, unless you just want to.
So, first things first, you will need to download the app, which is free.
For learning purposes, you will be my students. Once you have it on your ipad, go ahead and join as a student. When you are filling out the information, you will need to use this code (tuu7rl) as your group code. Then, post something on the wall. If it doesn't show up right away, refresh your page. It's a lot like yammer, but is more user-friendly like Facebook.
Here at Roan, we are going to try using this tool for communication among ourselves. Each committee at our school could have a "class" and discuss topics when needed. For example, I have already created 3 classes. I have the practice class for anyone reading this blog to "practice" and then I've created a Roan class (for everyone at Roan) and a Roan technology team class. (If you are on the Roan technology team, I will be emailing you the class code so you can join.) Of course, I'm still learning how to use this tool/app, but right now it appears that you can join several different classes.
You will know when you have successfully joined a class, because the screen looks different and it will have a place where you can post. Go ahead and post something so I can see you've joined and are good to go.
To join a second or third class, simply look on the left side of the screen (when you are logged in) and you will see a small "join". Click it and enter your new code. If you end up joining several classes, because you're on several committees, then just make sure you are in the right class when you post.
I've said a lot of words that will probably mean nothing to you until you actually get the app and explore! I've heard through the grapevine that the leaders of the common core for our district might possibly be planning on using this tool with you all at your training...why not go ahead and play with it now so you can be an expert at the training?!
Let me know if you have any questions!
