MWISD Tech Tip Tuesday
Tuesday, December 12th
Adobe Spark In The Classroom- #16
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13GeagdhG6Q
Adobe Spark In The Classroom
Adobe Spark In The Classroom is a free classroom tool. Adobe spark has three different story formats that you can choose from:
- Spark Video- Spark Video lets you turn your story into a captivating narrated video in just minutes. Students can present a report, explain a concept in class, or tell a personal story. You can start off using a blank slate or you can use prompts to help guide you. There are thousands of images to use, or you can use your own. You are able to select a design theme, add text, and music to your video.
- Spark Post- lets your create social graphics. You can start by remixing a design from the inspirational wall, or start from scratch. You can add an image, text, apply design filters, and apply photo filters. You can share it through email, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and more.
- Spark Page- lets your create your own web page. With Adobe Page, students can bring words and images together in fun ways. You can play with a variety of layouts, add text, use your own photos, or pick from thousands of online images.
Web or App?
- Adobe Spark can be used on Windows, Macs, and Chromebooks.
- Adobe Spark can also be used on iOS devices (iPhone an iPad) using the Spark mobile apps. There are three Spark iOS apps one for each Spark format, and you can use any or all as you see fit.
What About Images?
Adobe Spark includes example content in the web application and in the iOS apps. This content is intended to spark creativity and provide a starting point when using Spark Post. All sample content, both inspirational or intended for remixing, is carefully selected and curated by their product teams. All sample content is safe for all audiences, including younger users. Searches will only retrieve images that are tagged as Creative Commons- licensed for reuse.
How To Use In The Classroom
Adobe Spark Video
- Record a short flipped-lesson.
- Have students create a video using their research information.
- Have students record an All About Me Video.
Adobe Spark Post
- Have students create a meme-style graphic to voice what a specific character might say.
- Students can create an ad to buy their product .
- Students can show their understanding of a shape.
Adobe Spark Page
- Students can create a web page about their findings from a science lab.
- Students can use page to create a fun way to show their understanding of the Revolutionary War
- Students can create a student portfolio.
MWISD Instructional Technology Specialist
MWISD Instructional Technology Specialist Mission:
As the Instructional Technology Specialist, I will strive to serve the academic and digital needs of our students and provide equitable opportunities to prepare students for our ever-changing global community.
As the Instructional Technology Specialist, I will strive to serve the academic and digital needs of our students and provide equitable opportunities to prepare students for our ever-changing global community.
I will strive to assist teachers in appropriately incorporating and implementing technology in their classroom by being available for one-on-one meetings, PLCs, staff meetings, and providing professional development that meets our teacher's technology needs.
Email: jmartin@mwisd.net
Website: http://www.mwisd.net/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=762152&type=d&pREC_ID=1344172
Location: 906 Southwest 5th Avenue, Mineral Wells, TX, United States
Phone: (940) 325-9980
Twitter: @janaleemartin
Cite
- Adobe Spark- A Guide For Schools and Educators. (2017). page 5. Availabable at: file:///C:/Users/jmartin/Downloads/Adobe%20Spark%20Edu%20Guide.pdf. [Accessed 11 Dec. 2017].