Introduction to XMind, a brainstorming and mind mapping web tool

When mentoring our pre-service and in-service teachers we need to describe and model both research-based and clinically tested best practices, and demonstrate how these best practices can be applied in the real (i.e. physical) and virtual (i.e. online) classroom for both teaching and teacher training. The combination of face to face instruction in a physical setting and online learning is called blended learning. In this section of the blog we will describe how the internet can serve as a supplemental resource for instruction and the mentoring of pre-service and in-service Jewish educators. In this post we will discuss XMind, a brainstorming and mind mapping web tool. 

Assumption: The teacher or mentor teacher has a interactive white board (i.e. SMART Board, Promethean, etc.), a Tablet PC (also called a Slate or Blade), a computer presenter or computer with internet access attached to an LCD projector in the classroom. It would be ideal if students or mentees had access to their own laptop computers or Ipads. Given parental and school approval, and the development of specific guidelines, smartphones can be used to enhance instruction as well.

Note: Although XMind can be applied in the Judaic Studies blended learning classroom, they can be also be used for training pre-service and in-service Jewish educators for professional or staff development. It is our hope that Jewish educators around the globe will form an online community of practice, a CoP, a group of people who share an interest, a craft, and/or a profession, to enhance the delivery of instruction and training of Jewish educators. For example, here is a CoP you might want to join. 

Note: XMind can be used in a face to face and virtual classroom.

What is XMind?

XMind is a brainstorming and mapping web tool.

Where is  XMind located on the internet?

http://www.xmind.net/

Where can one find tutorials on how to use XMind?

Click on the links below to find tutorials on using XMind:

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ao5GakiCsqk
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTIFF8bzWsk
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7aiRzX2LO7Y
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUMUwcMbTz0&feature=relmfu
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IsikJr1cOM&feature=relmfu
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuXi8sB_xIo&feature=relmfu
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKYmxOsddoY&feature=relmfu
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ev3wuoGjzc&feature=relmfu
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ev3wuoGjzc&feature=relmfu

On the next post we will discuss how XMind can be used to promote instruction in the blended learning classroom.

Introduction to ThinkGraph, a brainstorming and mind mapping web tool

When mentoring our pre-service and in-service teachers we need to describe and model both research-based and clinically tested best practices, and demonstrate how these best practices can be applied in the real (i.e. physical) and virtual (i.e. online) classroom for both teaching and teacher training. The combination of face to face instruction in a physical setting and online learning is called blended learning. In this section of the blog we will describe how the internet can serve as a supplemental resource for instruction and the mentoring of pre-service and in-service Jewish educators. In this post we will discuss ThinkGraph, a brainstorming and mind mapping web tool. 

Assumption: The teacher or mentor teacher has a interactive white board (i.e. SMART Board, Promethean, etc.), a Tablet PC (also called a Slate or Blade), a computer presenter or computer with internet access attached to an LCD projector in the classroom. It would be ideal if students or mentees had access to their own laptop computers or Ipads. Given parental and school approval, and the development of specific guidelines, smartphones can be used to enhance instruction as well.

Note: Although ThinkGraph can be applied in the Judaic Studies blended learning classroom, they can be also be used for training pre-service and in-service Jewish educators for professional or staff development. It is our hope that Jewish educators around the globe will form an online community of practice, a CoP, a group of people who share an interest, a craft, and/or a profession, to enhance the delivery of instruction and training of Jewish educators. For example, here is a CoP you might want to join. 

Note: ThinkGraph can be used in a face to face and virtual classroom.

What is ThinkGraph?

ThinkGraph is a brainstorming and mapping web tool.

Where is  ThinkGraph located on the internet?

http://www.thinkgraph.com/english/index.htm

Where can one find a tutorial on how to use ThinkGraph?

Click here for a tutorial on using ThinkGraph. 

On the next post we will discuss how ThinkGraph can be used to promote instruction in the blended learning classroom.

Introduction to Free Mind, a brainstorming and mind mapping web tool

When mentoring our pre-service and in-service teachers we need to describe and model both research-based and clinically tested best practices, and demonstrate how these best practices can be applied in the real (i.e. physical) and virtual (i.e. online) classroom for both teaching and teacher training. The combination of face to face instruction in a physical setting and online learning is called blended learning. In this section of the blog we will describe how the internet can serve as a supplemental resource for instruction and the mentoring of pre-service and in-service Jewish educators. In this post we will discuss Free Mind, a brainstorming and mind mapping web tool. 

Assumption: The teacher or mentor teacher has a interactive white board (i.e. SMART Board, Promethean, etc.), a Tablet PC (also called a Slate or Blade), a computer presenter or computer with internet access attached to an LCD projector in the classroom. It would be ideal if students or mentees had access to their own laptop computers or Ipads. Given parental and school approval, and the development of specific guidelines, smartphones can be used to enhance instruction as well.

Note: Although Free Mind can be applied in the Judaic Studies blended learning classroom, they can be also be used for training pre-service and in-service Jewish educators for professional or staff development. It is our hope that Jewish educators around the globe will form an online community of practice, a CoP, a group of people who share an interest, a craft, and/or a profession, to enhance the delivery of instruction and training of Jewish educators. For example, here is a CoP you might want to join. 

Note: Free Mind can be used in a face to face and virtual classroom.

What is Free Mind?

Free Mind is a brainstorming and mapping web tool.

Where is  Free Mind located on the internet?

http://freemind.sourceforge.net/wiki/index.php/Main_Page

Where can one find tutorials on how to use Free Mind?

Click on the links below for tutorials on Free Mind:

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grut_2cardM
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bf0474JIjc
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fgw3HUXsqyk
• http://www.5min.com/Video/How-to-Use-FreeMind-161787234
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMdwouFJG3E
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DsiwD4NMR68

On the next post we will discuss how Free Mind can be used to promote instruction in the blended learning classroom.

Introduction to Wridea, a brainstorming and mind mapping web tool

When mentoring our pre-service and in-service teachers we need to describe and model both research-based and clinically tested best practices, and demonstrate how these best practices can be applied in the real (i.e. physical) and virtual (i.e. online) classroom for both teaching and teacher training. The combination of face to face instruction in a physical setting and online learning is called blended learning. In this section of the blog we will describe how the internet can serve as a supplemental resource for instruction and the mentoring of pre-service and in-service Jewish educators. In this post we will discuss Wridea, a brainstorming and mind mapping web tool. 

Assumption: The teacher or mentor teacher has a interactive white board (i.e. SMART Board, Promethean, etc.), a Tablet PC (also called a Slate or Blade), a computer presenter or computer with internet access attached to an LCD projector in the classroom. It would be ideal if students or mentees had access to their own laptop computers or Ipads. Given parental and school approval, and the development of specific guidelines, smartphones can be used to enhance instruction as well.

Note: Although Wridea can be applied in the Judaic Studies blended learning classroom, they can be also be used for training pre-service and in-service Jewish educators for professional or staff development. It is our hope that Jewish educators around the globe will form an online community of practice, a CoP, a group of people who share an interest, a craft, and/or a profession, to enhance the delivery of instruction and training of Jewish educators. For example, here is a CoP you might want to join. 

Note: Wridea can be used in a face to face and virtual classroom.

What is Wridea?

Wridea is a brainstorming and mapping web tool.

Where is  Wridea located on the internet?

http://wridea.com/

Where can one find tutorials on how to use Wridea?

Click on the links below for tutorials on Wridea:

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gk1wzFzA4kI
• http://www.educatorstechnology.com/2011/04/wridea-best-way-to-manage-your-ideas.html
• http://www.knowledgenetworklearning.net/tools/10intriguingtools/wridea/

On the next post we will discuss how Wridea can be used to promote instruction in the blended learning classroom.

Introduction to Wisemapping, a brainstorming and mind mapping web tool

When mentoring our pre-service and in-service teachers we need to describe and model both research-based and clinically tested best practices, and demonstrate how these best practices can be applied in the real (i.e. physical) and virtual (i.e. online) classroom for both teaching and teacher training. The combination of face to face instruction in a physical setting and online learning is called blended learning. In this section of the blog we will describe how the internet can serve as a supplemental resource for instruction and the mentoring of pre-service and in-service Jewish educators. In this post we will discuss Wisemapping, a brainstorming and mind mapping web tool. 

Assumption: The teacher or mentor teacher has a interactive white board (i.e. SMART Board, Promethean, etc.), a Tablet PC (also called a Slate or Blade), a computer presenter or computer with internet access attached to an LCD projector in the classroom. It would be ideal if students or mentees had access to their own laptop computers or Ipads. Given parental and school approval, and the development of specific guidelines, smartphones can be used to enhance instruction as well.

Note: Although Wisemapping can be applied in the Judaic Studies blended learning classroom, they can be also be used for training pre-service and in-service Jewish educators for professional or staff development. It is our hope that Jewish educators around the globe will form an online community of practice, a CoP, a group of people who share an interest, a craft, and/or a profession, to enhance the delivery of instruction and training of Jewish educators. For example, here is a CoP you might want to join. 

Note: Wisemapping can be used in a face to face and virtual classroom.

What is Wisemapping?

Wisemapping is a brainstorming and mapping web tool.

Where is  Wisemapping located on the internet?

http://www.wisemapping.com/c/home.htm

Where can one find tutorials on how to use Wisemapping?

Click on the links below for tutorials on Wisemapping:

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVltMfiNPyQ
• http://www.educatorstechnology.com/2011/05/wise-mapping-great-mind-maps-creation.html

 On the next post we will discuss how Wisemapping can be used to promote instruction in the blended learning classroom.

Introduction to Mindomo, a brainstorming and mind mapping web tool

When mentoring our pre-service and in-service teachers we need to describe and model both research-based and clinically tested best practices, and demonstrate how these best practices can be applied in the real (i.e. physical) and virtual (i.e. online) classroom for both teaching and teacher training. The combination of face to face instruction in a physical setting and online learning is called blended learning. In this section of the blog we will describe how the internet can serve as a supplemental resource for instruction and the mentoring of pre-service and in-service Jewish educators. In this post we will discuss Mindomo, a brainstorming and mind mapping web tool. 

Assumption: The teacher or mentor teacher has a interactive white board (i.e. SMART Board, Promethean, etc.), a Tablet PC (also called a Slate or Blade), a computer presenter or computer with internet access attached to an LCD projector in the classroom. It would be ideal if students or mentees had access to their own laptop computers or Ipads. Given parental and school approval, and the development of specific guidelines, smartphones can be used to enhance instruction as well.

Note: Although Mindomo can be applied in the Judaic Studies blended learning classroom, they can be also be used for training pre-service and in-service Jewish educators for professional or staff development. It is our hope that Jewish educators around the globe will form an online community of practice, a CoP, a group of people who share an interest, a craft, and/or a profession, to enhance the delivery of instruction and training of Jewish educators. For example, here is a CoP you might want to join. 

Note: Mindomo can be used in a face to face and virtual classroom.

What is Mindomo?

Mindomo is a brainstorming and mapping web tool.

Where is  Mindomo located on the internet?

http://www.mindomo.com/

Where can one find tutorials on how to use Mindomo?

Click on the links below for tutorials on Mindomo:

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nyiISHl1Ua8
• http://sustainable-mind-mapping-learning.wikispaces.com/Mindomo+Tutorial
• http://www.mindomo.com/mindmap/mindomo-tutorial-learn-by-doing-57885d9859e13b331edfdfac56e1b859

On the next post we will discuss how Mindomo can be used to promote instruction in the blended learning classroom.

How Pearltrees, a brainstorming and mind mapping web tool, can be used to promote learning in the blended learning classroom

When mentoring our pre-service and in-service teachers we need to describe and model both research-based and clinically tested best practices, and demonstrate how these best practices can be applied in the real (i.e. physical) and virtual (i.e. online) classroom for both teaching and teacher training. The combination of face to face instruction in a physical setting and online learning is called blended learning. In this section of the blog we will describe how the internet can serve as a supplemental resource for instruction and the mentoring of pre-service and in-service Jewish educators. In this post we will discuss how Pearltrees, a brainstorming and mind mapping web tool can be used to promote learning in the blended learning classroom. 


Note: For a more detailed explanation of Pearltrees click here.

Assumption: The teacher or mentor teacher has a interactive white board (i.e. SMART Board, Promethean, etc.), a Tablet PC (also called a Slate or Blade), a computer presenter or computer with internet access attached to an LCD projector in the classroom. It would be ideal if students or mentees had access to their own laptop computers or Ipads. Given parental and school approval, and the development of specific guidelines, smartphones can be used to enhance instruction as well.

Note: Although Pearltrees can be applied in the Judaic Studies blended learning classroom, they can be also be used for training pre-service and in-service Jewish educators for professional or staff development. It is our hope that Jewish educators around the globe will form an online community of practice, a CoP, a group of people who share an interest, a craft, and/or a profession, to enhance the delivery of instruction and training of Jewish educators. For example, here is a CoP you might want to join. 

Note: Pearltrees can be used in a face to face and virtual classroom.

What is Pearltrees?

Pearltrees is a brainstorming and mapping web tool.

Where is  Pearltrees located on the internet?

http://www.pearltrees.com/

How Pearltrees, a brainstorming and mind mapping web tool,  can be used to promote learning in the blended learning classroom

Click on the links below to find resources describing how Pearltrees can be used to promote learning in the traditional and virtual classroom:

• http://h30411.www3.hp.com/posts/1151582-Web_tool_of_the_month_Pearltrees
• http://misscockburn.blogspot.com/2012/02/pearltrees.html
• http://content.easybib.com/2012/03/20/an-introduction-to-pearltrees/
• http://www.educatorstechnology.com/2011/04/pearltrees-discover-organize-and-share.html
• http://tinyurl.com/7vrjxsm
• http://tinyurl.com/723q4za
• http://tinyurl.com/7kq2ane
• http://ltlatnd.wordpress.com/2011/06/02/review-of-pearltrees/

On the next post we will discuss how Pearltrees can be used to promote learning in the Judaic Studies blended learning classroom and for the mentoring and training of pre-service and in-service Judaic educators.