During this self-paced, online course, you will become knowledgeable about elements of Flipgrid. Participants will learn about setting up your account, creating topics and grids, the many fun and unique features of Flipgrid, and sharing/assessing Flipgrid with your students.
Level: Beginner
FLEX ELECTIVE CREDIT: 1
CPE CREDIT: 1
Create a FlipGrid account using FWISD credentials.
Describe how to create Groups and Topics and know the difference between the two.
Share Groups and Topics with Students (multiple ways to share)
What are some possible ways to use Flipgrid during learning at home as well as in your classroom?
What are some advantages to using Flipgrid to package content or other video-based platforms?
Where can I find templates for already made Flipgrid Topics?
How do I share my Flipgrid(s) with my students?
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After reading the article, record your reflection via Flipgrid! Click this link, and you will be prompted to watch a video with directions. To access the Flipgrid, you can login with your Microsoft credentials or simply select Google and select your @teachers.fwisd.org account.
When you know what you are going to say, click the big Green Plus button and begin your video. NOTE: A popup window may occur - make sure you allow camera and microphone.
Watch - Creating your Flipgrid Account.
CREATING your account.
After you have watched the video:
Log into - www.fwisd.org/myfwisd .
Click the Flipgrid Icon.
Sign in with your Google Account (first.last@teachers.fwisd.org). It should pop up.
Answer the questions to complete setting up your account and creating your first grid.
Watch - Creating Topics in Flipgrid and sharing with your class.
Now that you have created your own account and have practiced creating Grids and Topics, it is time to apply your new knowledge!
Create your Group with your own personalized title. Remember to set the five School Domains.
Create a Topic that fits your subject matter (what is the call to action you are requesting from your students?).
Assign your Topic via Google Classroom or make note of how you would assign it (posting of a link, Flipcode, or QR image)
Check out the Discovery Library (top of your page in Flipgrid) for some premade topics and ideas.
Refer to and download the PDF to the right for a Quick Reference Guide.
Video walk through of the Video Features and the NEW Feature - Shorts. Screen recorder with filters and split screen. (Video embedded to the right)
Video explaining the Discovery Library (premade Topics). Incredibly helpful when just getting started. Flipgrid Blog - Dancing Through the Disco Library
Flipgrid Blog - ways to use Flipgrid in and out of the classroom.
You must answer all questions correctly and receive a score of at least 80% to receive credit for this course.
👉You may retake the assessment as many times as you need in order to score 80%👈
NOTE:
You must be logged into your FWISD Google Account in order to take this assessment. In another browser window, navigate to www.fwisd.org/myfwisd and log in. If you have not used your FWISD Google Drive before, you must click on Google Drive within your MyFWISD portal in order to activate your FWISD Google connection. Once you have initiated that connection, you will be able to return to this page and click on the image above to take the assessment.
What are the many different ways Flipgrid can be used in and out of the classroom?
What are the differences between a Group and a Topic?
When setting up a new Group, what domains are used?
Can video responses be moderated?
What types of devices can be used to access Flipgrid?