SAMR / 4 C's
- Substitution / Augmentation
- Critical Thinking / Communication
AnswerGarden is a web-based tool that is self described as a minimalistic online feedback/brainstorming tool. It works in any browser, which makes it a great BYOT tool! Responses can be moderated and also limited to 20 or 40 characters, which results in concise answers. Answer form a word cloud, with most common answers are displayed in a larger font.
Classroom Applications
- Collaborative Brainstorming as a whole class activity or student-led small group activity
- Activate prior knowledge
- Ticket out the door
- ELA / Literature: Ask for examples of figures of speech (alliteration, metaphors).
- ESOL: Ask for words that describe an object, time of year, etc.
- Foreign Language: Short Q&A
75 XP
TO EARN THIS BADGE
1. Create an AnswerGarden - do NOT forget to ALSO include an administrator password and give your email address so you can easily get back to your "garden" and manage it.
**HINT** Don't forget to use the refresh button beneath the Answer Garden window when active to see new responses.
2. Use the Answer Garden with your students.
3. Complete the Badge form here or click the Request A Badge link in the menu.
4. Submit a link to your garden when you apply for the badge. Be sure to specify how this garden was used in your content area.