I absolutely love this revolutionary software! As a former high school English teacher and current K-12 librarian, I understand exactly how hard it is to be able to observe every student in the class. Often when doing projects, having book club, using maker space, or other activities, there are so many students doing things that it is easy to miss some awesome moments. It is also easy to miss students who are struggling but will not come forward. With Swivl, I can have multiple cameras set up so that I get multiple angles, can record all students, and I can go back and watch the videos at any point and time. I also love how everything uploads to the cloud. This is also a great way to record students working on STEM/STEAM projects, and/or working in groups. I cannot wait to use Swivl with book clubs next year! It can also be used for TESS evidence. Students and teachers can use the videos as reflection. I think the creators of Swivl have outdone themselves with software that will help in so many ways and on so many different levels in the classroom experience. It is also very user friendly. I downloaded the teacher app on my personal iPad, and the student app on my personal cell phone. I currently do not have any other technology in the library which is the biggest challenge that I face with incorporation of Swivl. I am hoping to be able to have more technology/devices in the library media center next year, as well as hoping to somehow be able to purchase a Swivl by finding a grant or some other means of funding since I have such a small library budget. I cannot wait to begin fully implementing Swivl in the library program next year! This is literally a game changer!
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Kimee ReedI am a Teacher Librarian that believes in out of the box experiences to make learning fun, inspire, encourage, excite, and empower students. Archives
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