One important thing I've learned in the past few months is that almost any technology tool can work for you if you take time to try it! For example, I recently use Powtoon to create a flipped video of sorts that went through some word problem answers and steps. Prior to playing with the tech tool, I had seen it as a tool primarily used in English or history classes and never thought it would be used in mathematics classrooms. The following video shows the uses of Powtoon and explains a little bit about it. It was an easy tools to use and I create Powerpoint like slides but with the added benefit of animation to make it more engaging and interesting for the students. If you don't like Powtoon, I encourage you to try other similar tools and find the one you like! There are many out there and do not restrict yourself to a type of tool just because its used commonly in your content area. Branch out! Try something new! You might be surprised how much you like it.
Ashley
p.s. I used another cool tool called Screencast-O-Matic to record myself and the Powtoon video.
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