Sandbox #4: Audio Recording

Voki is a great interactive tool where students can create an avatar or character that speaks.  They have the option to write out a text and have it spoken electronically or record their own voice.  This tool is good for relatively short bits of recording – it would not be the best tool to record…

Considering Podcasts and Listening

At the outset, I need to tell you that I am a voracious reader.  I do, however, listen to books on tape.  When I listen to books on tape, I am almost always multitasking: I’m in the car, I’m cleaning, I’m exercising, or I’m walking the dog.  Audio books are basically my companions when I’m…

Sandbox #3: Infographics

Infographics are a visual way to present information and data.  I visualize myself using infographics in French class to introduce concepts such as steps in verb conjugation or adjective agreement.  It is also a way that I can use a visual medium to share class information that is not just a written syllabus.  Connor (2017)…

Sandbox #2: finding and editing images

Tuxpi.com  –  this site is simple to use.  You don’t need to create an account.  All you have to do is click on “Start photo editing” to select an image.  With your image on the screen, this application has menus of buttons to allow you to add effects. It is simple and when you select…