Writing+Tools


 * I found the Web 2.0 Writing Tools to be very engaging to use. These interactive writing tools can really promote student engagement and involvement in the writing process. I chose to use "Story Jumper". "Story Jumper" allows users to create an interactive kids story book of sixteen pages. While creating the book from scratch you can add text, choose backgrounds, and insert props. When the product is finished you have the option to share the book with friends, print a free paper copy, and even publish a hard copy for a fee. This tool can really help to engage students in writing their own stories and taking ownership of their writing. McKenna, Labbo, Conradi, and Baxter write, "As with digital book-talks, students need to create both scripts and storyboards before developing their digital story, tying in both reading and writing skills" (as cited in Morrow & Gambrell, 2011, p. 376). This online storybook tools allows students to write their own stories. It offers a spelling tool that proofreads their work and allows students to be as creative as they wish. Allowing students to their own stories will help to not only increase their writing skills, but also increase their motivation. Cushman writes, "The more students have a voice in important decisions about how and what they learn, the more involved and motivated they feel" (Cushman, 2003, p. 106). **

= Below is my sample of a storybook created on " Story Jumper ". = = Click here to view my "Meet Princess Tiffany". =

=Here are some more Web 2.0 Writing Tools to view. Simply click the picture to view the website! =





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