Instead of the usual format of my emerging technologies assignments, I'm going to use this chance to show you a few programs useful for the classroom in various ways. Some of them you may know, but I just might surprise you with a few new innovations!
First of all is a site I discovered recently called Rainy Mood. This website is simply a 30-minute audio track of the sound of rain. A light thunderstorm to be specific. Many people know about the effects of white noise on the human mind, creating a relaxing ambiance. Using Rainy Mood, you can create that environment for your class, comforting them while they study or do their work. Play some relaxing music at the same time to enhance the effect!
Rainy Mood
Second is Endless Youtube. Using this program, you can loop any youtube video or certain parts. This is useful for presenting a video, or playing music, possibly for the above site. Also, you can emphasize a particular point in a video, such as a mistake or a point in a documentary you want your students to remember specifically.
Endless Youtube
Lastly is Divshare. Those who have listened to my podcast may have noticed this is what I used to host my episodes. The program is an easy, easy way to embed your own audio on a forum or a blog. Teachers who like to keep a blog for their class can leave supplemental audio material for their students using this program.
Divshare
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