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This presentation explains how to use two Web 2.0 tools, Bubbl.us and Popplet, to create concept maps.


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Concept Maps and Web 2.0 Tools

Published on Nov 18, 2015

This Haiku Deck presentation takes a traditional learning tool, the concept map, and incorporates Web 2.0 tools such as Popplet and Bubbl.us in order to enhance the instructional value.

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Concept Maps and Web 2.0 Tools

Using Bubbl.us and Popplet in the Classroom
This presentation explains how to use two Web 2.0 tools, Bubbl.us and Popplet, to create concept maps.


Photo by Kathy Cassidy
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Concept Map Uses

  • Prewriting
  • Organizing information
  • Building knowledge
  • Summarizing information
Concept maps have traditionally been used in the classroom for a variety of purposes. They are often used as a brainstorming tool during prewriting. They can be used to organize information when reading or taking notes. They can be used to build knowledge about a topic or unit as well as to summarize information at the end of a unit.
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Why 2.0 Tools?

  • Collaborative
  • Flexible
  • Multimodal
  • Engaging
Web 2.0 tools can enable traditional concept maps to become an even more effective learning tool. Tools such as Bubbl.us and Popplet allow collaboration, so students can work together to create concept maps rather than working in isolation. They are flexible, allowing changes to both content and structure more easily than when work is done with pencil and paper. They can be multimodal, incorporating a variety of visual and audio elements that appeal to a variety of learners. They are also engaging for students because of the novelty and opportunity for creativity.
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Bubbl.us

http://bubbl.us

Bubbl.us provides a variety of levels of membership, but the free version allows for the storage of up to 3 mindmaps. With paid versions, the ability to add images is available, but with the basic version only text is available.
Photo by rikomatic
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1. Sign up.

To get started, first click the sign up button located in the top right of the screen. Fill out the required information.
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2. Click the bubble to type.

Once you have signed up, you will be taken to the editing screen. Click in the bubble to type your text.
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3. Hover mouse for options.

Hovering over the bubble with your mouse will bring up a menu with more options, such as color, size, connections, and attachments (for paid versions).
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4. Add more bubbles!

To add another bubble, click on one of the yellow icons on the side where you want the connection to be made. Repeat the process for the first bubble.
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For more ideas, check out:

There are a variety of resources for lesson ideas available for Bubbl.us. Here are a few links to check out:

https://wiki.itap.purdue.edu/display/INSITE/Bubbl.us

http://www.web2teachingtools.com/bubbl_us.html

http://edt6020bubbleusblogcourtney.blogspot.com/p/bubble-us-purpose.html

http://www.21things4teachers.net/21-things/visual-learning/
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Popplet

http://popplet.com

Popplet is a free concept mapping tool. It allows for the inclusion of images and videos as well as text and drawings.
Photo by C. VanHook Images (vanhookc)
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1. Sign up.

To sign up, click on "log in" in the upper right corner. Then choose "New to Popplet?" to create an account.
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2. Click to start.

Once you complete your registration, you will be taken to the main page for your account. Click on "make new popplet" to get started.
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3. Follow the prompts.

Follow the prompts to name the popplet and choose the color for your board.
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4. Double-click to add.

Double click anywhere on the board to add a popple.
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5. Type or add images.

Type your text, draw a picture, or add an image.
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6. Add more popplets!

Drag the icon on any side of the popplet to make a new popplet.
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For more ideas, check out:

There are a variety of resources for lesson ideas available for Popplet. Here are a few links to check out:

https://wiki.itap.purdue.edu/display/INSITE/Bubbl.us

http://www.web2teachingtools.com/bubbl_us.html

http://edt6020bubbleusblogcourtney.blogspot.com/p/bubble-us-purpose.html

http://www.21things4teachers.net/21-things/visual-learning/
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Advantages of Popplet

  • Can add images, videos, and drawings
  • Can be viewed as a presentation
  • More visual options
Both Popplet and Bubbl.us have advantages over each other. One advantage of Popplet is that you can add images, videos, and drawings for free. It can also be viewed as a presentation and contains more visual options than Bubbl.us.
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Advantages of Bubbl.us

  • Simple to use
  • Suitable for all ages
  • Less distraction with visual elements
One advantage of Bubbl.us is how simple and easy to use it is. It is suitable for all ages, including younger elementary students that may be overwhelmed by the options available in Popplet. There is also less distraction with the visual elements, keeping the focus on content.
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Explore!

Take some time to explore these tools, and try incorporating one of them the next time you use a concept map in your classroom!
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