Concept+Mapping

__**Description of assignment:**__

Candidates will create a concept map using an online application. Recommended website is Bubbl.us. This application does not have to be downloaded on the computer. All materials designed will remain on the web. Candidates are to choose a topic to teach and explore the technology application Bubbl.us for creating concept maps or mind mapping. The diagram can be saved and place on your wikispace to show your skill at mapping and using the application. Components of the Projects • Concept map using an online technology application, for example Bubbl.us • Concept map must be published to the Wiki at the end of the Block • Instructional Plan should be uploaded to Blackboard.

[| Number Properties Concept Map] [|Instructional Plan]

__**Reflection:**__ I have used this process of concept mapping before but never on an online program. I have use Kidspirations to layout lessons before but always ran into the problem when I tried to share my map with other teachers. With this program, you need to have it installed on your computer in order to open the file, whereas with the bubbl.us program you need nothing but the internet, which is a big plus! When I created this map, I used it as an outline that the students could reference. I was able to post this on our class website since they do not need certain software, which makes this very accessable to all of my students. The other thing I liked about the program, what that there wasn't a size limit. I was able to keep creating until I touched on all the points I needed and when I was ready to print I got to just select sections at a time. My students used this as a notes source at the end of this unit. It showed them everything they were responsible for knowing for the end of unit assessment as well as provided them with some examples and definitions. I can't wait to apply this new strategy to my Language Arts class.