Today, with the assistance of a classmate, I was able to compile a "search story" about myself. To do so, you simply go to the creator and enter up to seven search terms. There are options to do general web searches, image searches, maps, blogs, etc. I chose to use my name, schools I attended, and topics from my current course. Once all of the searches are complete, you can choose from a selection of music and publish the video to YouTube! It is all very simple!
I think that this site is great for teachers and students. It would be a great way to introduce students to a new topic. With a quick glimpse of the search results, students would get a brief idea of what's to come. It would also be fun for students to use as part of a bigger project. It is also nice for students to search things that are important to them. Search stories about their interests would be a nice way to begin the year and to get to know the students. My only complaint would be that it gives such a quick glimpse of each search. It would be nice to have the option of showing a little more of the searches of your choice.
See my search story.
Digital footprints are the traces that we leave online. Every time I enter something about myself onto the internet, I leave a digital footprint. When that term is entered into the search, my footprints can be found!
If you have time, check out Sarah's Blog about Digital Footprints!
Stephanie I agree with you that teachers can use "search story" to introduce students to a new topic or to have them work on projects. That's a great idea!
ReplyDeleteStephanie, what a great idea to have students create them as a way for the teacher to get to know the students! I am going to consider doing this next year!
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