ICT TOOLS IN PROJECT

BASED LEARNING
 The rise of technology used in classrooms has
made learning much more interactive. The
emergence of Ipads to browser based tools in
project based learning, take teaching to a new
level in the 21st century.
 For students the core aim of project based
learning is to put theory into practice and gain
new skills throughout the process. From
prioritizing tasks to managing sources and
summarizing concepts, they will be developing
skills for life.
A major advantage of digital tools used is better
engagement in the classroom. For students it’s
the curiosity, for teachers it’s a great tool to work
with, to inspire and grade student work. A major
advantage is that digital tools enable students and
teachers to see the results immediately and make
necessary changes within the tool and the
project.
Examples of Project Based Learning
Tools
 Mindmeister
As the name suggests, this tools is great for mapping out
ideas. A good way to start a project is by asking driving
questions like what is the essence of a project? Its great for
collaborative brainstorming in project planning and analyzing
concepts. Free app available from the Apple Store and for
android users
Glogster

 This creative tool is excellent for creating digital

posters and other multimedia projects. It can be
used as a pre tool for a major project or simply to
highlight research. With the selection of
templates available and easy to import resources,
this tool allows students to express their
creativity in many different ways.
Myhistro

 This versatile browser based tool enables students

to combine blogging, videos and photographs on
interactive Google Earth and Google Maps. It is
great for collaborative tasks, multimedia projects
and presentations in History, Geography and
Social Sciences/ The final result can be viewed as
a slideshow or list.
Pixton
A fun based tool for creative storytelling. This
dynamic comic building site is easy to use and
great in English Literature. Interactive features
such as a variety of expressions, background
templates and images makes classroom activities
interesting and let students creativity flow.
Available for $39.95
Reeldirector
Similar to Imovie only this useful tool
comes with advance features in video
making. Students can also add photos,
text and record a voice over. Available
for $1.99
Voice Thread
A versatile tool used for commenting on
any type of media, from videos to photos.
Its especially useful in foreign media
classes. Also great for group projects,
adding voice comments to an image or
story.
Audiboo
 This voiceover tool is excellent for telling
stories of a photograph and othyer visual
projects. It supports recording from other
devices, allows users to tag a location and
enter a small description.
Popplet
A versatile tool for planning that can be
used as a mind map illustrated with
drawings, photos and videos. His tools is
ideal for generating concepts, creating
galleries and adding comments.