Presented by Lois Alston and Alex Isaacs at MoteCon 2022, this session delves into innovative ways to kickstart the school year using Mote, a powerful voice recording tool designed for educators. Discover how to enhance classroom engagement through app integrations and creative teaching strategies.
• Learn how to "app smash" Mote with Canva, Wakelet, and Google Apps to enrich educational experiences.
• Utilize Mote to create interactive digital newsletters that add a personal touch.
• Implement Mote for meaningful feedback and improved accessibility in classroom tasks.
• Access a curated Wakelet collection with ready-to-use templates for the school year.
• Follow the presenters on Twitter for ongoing insights and resources.
App smashing is a creative process where educators combine multiple apps to achieve a desired educational outcome. In this session, Lois Alston and Alex Isaacs demonstrate how Mote can be seamlessly integrated with platforms like Canva, Wakelet, and Google Apps to create dynamic learning environments.
Mote can be integrated with Canva to create engaging visual content accompanied by voice notes. This combination allows educators to provide audio explanations or instructions directly on their visual materials, enhancing comprehension and engagement.
Google Apps are widely used in educational settings, and Mote enhances their functionality by adding voice comments and feedback. Educators can use Mote to provide personalized feedback on assignments, making it easier for students to understand and act upon teachers' suggestions.
Lois Alston highlights the use of Mote in digital newsletters as a way to connect more personally with students and parents. By embedding voice recordings, educators can add a human element to digital communications, making them more relatable and engaging.
Alex Isaacs shares insights on creating interactive bulletin boards using Mote. By integrating voice recordings, educators can transform traditional bulletin boards into interactive learning tools that provide additional context and information through audio.
Wakelet, a platform for curating and sharing content, pairs excellently with Mote. Educators can create collections that include both visual and audio elements, offering a rich, multimedia experience for learners. The presenters provide a Wakelet collection during the session, containing templates and resources that can be used throughout the school year.
Lois Alston is an instructional technology coach in Long Bench, New Jersey, working with educators from preschool to 12th grade. Alex Isaacs is an eighth-grade math teacher and edtech enthusiast, dedicated to integrating technology into educational practices. Together, they form the dynamic duo known as Lolex Ed Tech, sharing their innovative teaching strategies and tools with educators worldwide.
In this session, Ales and Lois demonstrate how they'll be starting the school year with Mote while offering templates, app integrations, and other engaging ideas for teachers to use in their classes!
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