FlipGrid Fun!

I recently went to a professional development sponsored by my district and was introduced to an exciting new presentation application.  FlipGrid is a video discussion platform that has taken the library world (or at least my library) by storm.  

Here is what you need to know the first time you try this engaging and simple to use tool:

·         Create a FREE educators account at Flipgrid.com

·         Create a grid

·         Add a topic to your grid Ex:  Which Harry Potter book was your favorite and why?

·         FlipGrid will provide you with a simple code that you share with students

·         Students do not need to create an account.  They only need the code you provide.  They can use

      any device that has internet access and a webcam.

·         Students visit Flipgrid.com and enter the code

·         They use the webcam to record their response to the discussion question

·         You have total control over what is viewable in case anything inappropriate were recorded

How can Flipgrid be used in the library?:

·         Share booktalks and book trailers

·         Students can share information learned during an inquiry project

·         Perfect for blended learning assignments

·         Students can respond to discussion questions about books

·         Book clubs

Here is what the blogger Nikki Robertson of The Absolutely True Adventures of a School Librarian (http://www.nikkidrobertson.com/ ) thinks of FlipGrid;

FlipGrid is one of the most amazing tech tools I have used to empower and amplify student voice.  There are a million different ways that you can use FlipGrid. I have used it this year for students to submit Book Reviews and Quote of the Day submissions to be included in our morning show... FlipGrid is also a great way to get the conversation about digital citizenship started in a way that is real and relevant to students.

You can check out more on their website www.flipgrid.com.