Other+Note-taking+&+Information+Gathering+Tools+Utilized+Group+1

Other Note-taking & Information Gathering Tools Group 1

Robin Hoffman: I like the idea of using the wiki for notetaking, particulary in this format where students can combine and contribute to others' information.

I also like the mapping feature of Inspiration for notetaking. I like it because it helps students to visualize a hierarchy of information- topic, subtopic, details, etc., as well as linking ideas within the map.

Of course, OneNote is an efffective organizational tool, but I haven't seen it used in a classroom settting. However, one school used it for its digital portfolios- kind of a neat application. The benefits of using it as a notetaking tool may be to use it as an ongoing tool, such as tracking concepts of revolution, economics, conflict, political structures, etc. across the year from a variety of historical perspectives, periods, and events. <- Great point, Robin. I have used OneNote in the classroom and I like it because it can help you to combine a variety of tools in one space. You also CAN edit at the same time, unlike a wiki. ~Meghan

Agree with Meghan...One Note is a great organizational tool!