Google+Moderator

Google Moderator Resources links and/or class examples [] Google Moderator is a way for invited participants to submit their questions, ideas, and suggestions anonymously about a topic. The creator can set up the topic, and then invite others by sending a URL which takes them to a website that allows them to share ideas. SWOT Strengths · Free · Fast information · Easy · Allows for multiple responses at once · Everyone can see what others are thinking · Can be anonymous · Obtain quick feedback from audience · Supports video responses Weaknesses · Must send out a link for participants to enter their thoughts · Does not compile data, such as a “YES/NO” response Opportunities · This can replace expensive classroom sets of devices that allow multiple responses · Feedback from administrators to teachers regarding lessons/observations · Evaluations for professional development can be quick and save paper Threats · Allowing for anonymous responses, participants may be cruel and/or insulting

Ideas for the classroom · This can be a great tool for teachers looking to get every student responding, rather than a few students who are always volunteering. Allowing students to use a tool like this will keep them engaged and interested in what their peers are thinking about the same topic. Shyer students will have a voice, and not feel threatened or embarrassed about contributing a wrong answer.
 * This can also be used to have students think about questions of topics for homework. All a teacher would need to do is send home a link, and students can share their ideas, see what others are contributing, and even upload video of themselves doing their homework.