Welcome to an engaging session from MoteCon 2024 titled "Getting Creative with Mote," presented by Eleni Kyritsis. This session explores innovative ways to use Mote, a voice recording tool, to enhance creativity and learning in the classroom. Discover techniques that educators can apply to bring learning alive and support students' creative processes.
• Utilize HyperMotes in Google Docs to support vocabulary expansion and inclusion.
• Leverage Mote's new feature for voice-to-text transcription to assist students in their writing process.
• Enhance student writing with QR codes to integrate audio feedback seamlessly.
• Create engaging "Choose Your Own Adventure" stories using Mote recordings.
Eleni Kyritsis shared how HyperMotes can be incredibly effective in supporting learners, particularly those for whom English is a second language. By using HyperMotes, educators can provide audio definitions and translations directly within Google Docs. This function is particularly beneficial for students who need additional language support, such as those from non-English speaking backgrounds.
In her classroom, Eleni uses HyperMotes to help students expand their vocabulary. For instance, when studying a text about koalas, she creates HyperMotes for challenging words. These audio notes allow students to hear the pronunciation and meaning, which can also be translated into their native language, like Mandarin. This approach not only aids in vocabulary building but also helps students feel more included and engaged.
Mote's latest feature allows students to record their thoughts and have them transcribed into text, which can be directly dragged and dropped into documents. This tool is particularly useful for students who struggle with writing due to conditions such as dyslexia.
Eleni shared an example of a dyslexic student who has a vivid imagination but finds it difficult to write. By using Mote, the student can verbalize her story ideas, which are then converted into text, allowing her to participate actively in creative writing activities without frustration.
One of Eleni's favorite features of Mote is the ability to enhance student writing with audio feedback through QR codes. This method allows teachers to provide personalized feedback that students can easily access by scanning a QR code, making the feedback process more interactive and engaging.
Eleni encourages educators to use Mote to facilitate "Choose Your Own Adventure" stories. By recording different narrative paths, students can create interactive stories that engage their peers. This activity not only fosters creativity but also enhances listening and comprehension skills.
Eleni Kyritsis is a community leader at Mote and a passionate advocate for using technology to enhance student learning experiences. Her innovative approaches in the classroom inspire educators to embrace creative teaching methods.
Award-winning educator Eleni Kyritsis shares some of her favorite creative uses of Mote's voice recording and audio tools in apps such as Google Slides and Google Docs.
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