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What is it? Nanogong is a Moodle tool that allows teachers to differentiate instruction
for learners. Teachers can provide students with audio recordings of course
content. They can also create activities where students can submit recordings
for others to hear in Moodle. Teachers can use it
to:
Provided
verbal descriptions of course content
Make
announcements
Give
detailed, verbal directions to activities, assignments, or assessments
Listen
to student responses
Provide
students with verbal feedback
Students can use it to:
Listen
to descriptions of items contained in Moodle, directions, and teacher
feedback
Submit
verbal responses to discussion forums and assignments
Respond verbally to the teacher and peers
See NanoGong in action!
Technical Requirements NanoGong requires Java 2 Runtime Environment 1.4.2 or above. you can download it here. Additional hardware and software requirements for using NanoGong can be found here.
How do I get started? As a Teacher? 1. Sign into your course. 2.
Turn on editing. 3.
Decide how you want to use NanoGong.
NanoGong Icons or Buttons
Option 1
Decide if you want to use NanoGong to communicate information
out to students by posting an audio recording in a news forum, or to describe a label, or to add directions to an assignment. Follow the direction below.
Locate the item where you would like to add an
audio recording.
Select “edit”.
Locate the"speaker" icon in the formatting toolbar above the text
editing box.
The computer might ask for permission to “run”
this application. Select “run”.
A "recording" box will appear. When you are ready to
record, click on the red button.
While
recording the red button will change to the pause button. When you are finished
recording, click on it.
Listen to your recording by clicking on play button.
When you are satisfied, click on insert.
The speaker icon will appear in your text editing box.
Scroll
down and click “save and return to course”
Your
audio recording has been added. When students click on speaker icon the a player box will appear and they can listen
to your recording.
Or
Option 2
Decide if you want to have students submit audio recordings for an
activity or assignment. Follow the directions below.
Go to “Add a resource”.
Select “NanoGong Voice Activity”.
Name the activity.
Provide students with instructions. (Note: You can use
text or you can add your own audio recording using the process described in
Option 1.) If it is the first time your students have used NanoGong, it might
be a good idea to insert a NanoGong tutorial video.
Change any settings (availability, grading information,
groups, access, etc.) to meet your needs.
Select “Save and display”.
The assignment has now been added to the course.
Listening to student audio submissions.
Go to the
NanoGong Activity.
Select “Show recordings of each student for entering
feedback” and a list of submitted recordings will appear below.
Locate the name of the student you want to and click
on the speaker icon next to the name.
A box player box appear. Select the play button to listen to the recording.
Check out the list of online professional learning
opportunities below. To register, click on the activity numbers listed with
each course. To conduct your own search for professional development classes,
clickhere to go to
the AEA PD Online catalog.
Google Sites Examine
how to use Google Sites in the 21st century classroom as a digital tool
to enhance collaboration, creativity, and improved student
communication. Register at22012899991302 Course Dates: Mar. 4-May 12, 2013 Credit(s): 2
iMovie: Digital Video in the Classroom Discover how to bring learning to life by using digital video in your classroom. Register at22000399991303 Course Dates: Mar. 4-Mar. 24, 2013 Credit(s): 1
MovieMaker: Digital Video in the Classroom Learn how to create and edit movies using Microsoft Windows Movie Maker. Register at22000699991303 Course Dates: Mar. 4-Mar. 24, 2013 Credit(s): 1
Poverty’s Toll: Improving Academic Success for Low SES Students Explore how poverty impacts learning and learn practical strategies that educators can use to increase low SES student success. Register at22011699991302 Course Dates: Mar. 4-May 10, 2013 Credit(s): 3
iPods and iPads for the Classroom Incorporate iPods and iPads into classroom instruction. Register at22004199991308 Course Dates: Mar. 11-Apr. 7, 2013 Credit(s): 2
Learning Japan Explore the land, history, and culture of Japan through readings, research, and discussion activities. Register at22013999991301 Course Dates: Mar. 12-April 16, 2013 Credit(s): 1
iEvaluate: Teachers Learn the critical elements of the teacher evaluation system in Iowa. Register at22000299991310 Course Dates: Mar. 18-Apr. 26, 2013 Credit(s): 2 (Renewal only)
Using Iowa AEA Databases in the Science Classroom Embed
resources found in the Iowa Online Databases into your science
classroom. Participants will learn about AP Images, Britannica Online,
GALE, iClipart, Learn 360, DE Science, TrueFlix and much more. Register at22009299991301 Course Dates: Mar. 18-Apr. 29, 2013 Credit(s): 3
The Mexican-American Experience: Introduction to Chicano Studies Study the role of Mexican-Americans in US history and culture. Register at 22010099991301 Course Dates: Mar. 19-Apr. 23, 2013 Credit(s): 1 (Renewal only)
Introduction to Google Apps Transform classroom experiences with Google Apps. Register at22007899991309 Course Dates: Mar. 25-Apr. 28, 2013 Credit(s): 2
Glogster: Project-Based Learning with Multimedia Discover
how to create and use interactive posters (glogs) that combine text,
images, sound, video clips, graphics, and hyperlinks with students. Register at22009099991303 Course Dates: Apr. 1-Apr. 21, 2013 Credit(s): 1
iEvaluate: Teachers Learn the critical elements of the teacher evaluation system in Iowa. Register at22000299991311 Course Dates: Apr. 1-May 10, 2013 Credit(s): 2 (Renewal only)
Photoshop Elements: Digital Imaging in the Classroom Find practical ideas about how to use digital cameras, scanners, and images from the web to enhance student learning. Register at22000499991303 Course Dates: Apr. 1-Apr. 21, 2013 Credit(s): 1
Introduction to the Online Learner Discover what online learning is like from the student perspective. Register at22001399991305 Course Dates: Apr. 3-Apr. 23, 2013 Credit(s): 1
iEvaluate: Teachers Learn the critical elements of the teacher evaluation system in Iowa. Register at22000299991312 Course Dates: Apr. 8-May 17, 2013 Credit(s): 2 (renewal only)
Online Facilitation Learn
about the differences between online and face to face instruction and
online facilitation strategies that will increase student learning. Register at22009699991304 Course Dates: Apr. 10-May14, 2013 Credit(s): 2
iPods & iPads for the Classroom Incorporate iPods and iPads into classroom instruction. Register at22004199991309 Course Dates: Apr. 15-May 20, 2013 Credit(s): 2
Using the iPad in the Math Classroom Math meets mobile learning in this course. Discover ways to support student understanding of complex math content with iPads. Register at22014199991301 Course Dates: Apr. 15-May 20, 2013 Credit(s): 2
Instructor Course Proposal Tips and Tricks Join
Instructional Designers Peggy Steinbronn and Rob Brookhart as they
share practical tips on how to complete your online course proposal. February 19, 2013 at 3:30 p.m. Register for the webinar here!
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