Tech Tools is a series where I highlight an app or website I'm currently using in my classroom. All apps or sites are free at the time the blog is published. (They may include an upgrade option). I am not affiliated with any of these apps or sites - just a fan from using them myself!
Techie Level: Beginner to Intermediate (depending on which functions you use)
Techie Level: Beginner to Intermediate (depending on which functions you use)
App or Web: Currently an app for iPads
What is it? iBrainstorm is a mind mapping app. It has templates, but also allows for free form brainstorming. Additionally, you can collaborate with other iPads on one brainstorming session.
How have I used it? I've used it a lot at the beginning of science units for students to brainstorm what they already know about a topic. We use Thinking Maps at our school and I love that iBrainstorm has the templates to match Thinking Maps. When they're done, students take a screen shot and upload to a Google Classroom assignment.
Student examples:
I love how different these student samples are - kids always think of things differently than I do!
I love how different these student samples are - kids always think of things differently than I do!
Want to know more? Check out iBrainstorm's site for more info. and a link to download.
What do you think? Comment below and tell me how you've used this app before or how you plan to try it out in your class!
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