Graphic Organisers

WHAT IS IT?

Teachers use visual aids, such as graphic organisers or concept maps, to help students organise their thoughts and make connections between ideas.

MICROSOFT WHITEBOARD

Collaborative Creation: Microsoft Whiteboard allows multiple users to collaborate in real-time on a shared canvas. Teachers and students can work together to create graphic organizers such as concept maps, flowcharts, or Venn diagrams. They can use the drawing tools, shapes, and text boxes to design and organize the elements of the graphic organizer.

Flexible Design: Microsoft Whiteboard provides a flexible canvas where users can freely draw, write, and move elements. This flexibility allows for the creation of custom graphic organizers tailored to the specific needs of the lesson or activity. Users can easily resize, rearrange, and connect elements to create a visually appealing and organized graphic organizer.

Digital Sticky Notes: Microsoft Whiteboard offers digital sticky notes that can be used as elements within a graphic organizer. Teachers and students can use sticky notes to jot down ideas, concepts, or keywords and then arrange them on the canvas to create a structured and interconnected graphic organizer.

Integration with Other Tools: Microsoft Whiteboard integrates with other Microsoft tools such as PowerPoint, Word, and OneNote. Users can import content from these tools into the Whiteboard canvas, allowing for the incorporation of existing graphic organizers or the transfer of information between different platforms.

Annotation and Marking: Microsoft Whiteboard allows users to annotate and mark up existing documents or images. Teachers can import a graphic organizer template or an image of a graphic organizer and then use the Whiteboard tools to annotate, highlight, or add additional elements to the organizer. This enables teachers to provide guidance and support to students within the context of the graphic organizer.

Save and Share: Microsoft Whiteboard allows users to save their work and share it with others. Teachers can save the graphic organizer created during a lesson and share it with students for reference or further collaboration. Students can also save their individual contributions to the graphic organizer and share them with the class or their peers.

Free Graphic Organizer Templates: The Microsoft Whiteboard website provides a collection of free graphic organizer templates. These templates can be accessed and used within the Microsoft Whiteboard application, offering a convenient starting point for creating graphic organizers. Teachers and students can choose from a variety of pre-designed templates, including concept maps, flowcharts, timelines, and more. These templates can save time and provide a structured framework for organizing information, making it easier to create visually appealing and effective graphic organizers within the context of Scaffolded Instruction.

MICROSOFT ONENOTE

Digital Canvas: OneNote provides a digital canvas where teachers and students can create and organize graphic organizers. Users can use the drawing tools, shapes, and text boxes to design various types of graphic organizers such as concept maps, flowcharts, Venn diagrams, and mind maps. The flexibility of the digital canvas allows for easy customization and rearrangement of elements.

Templates: OneNote offers pre-designed templates for graphic organizers. Teachers and students can choose from a variety of templates that suit their specific needs. These templates provide a structured framework for organizing information and can save time in creating graphic organizers from scratch.

Multimedia Integration: OneNote allows users to integrate multimedia elements into their graphic organizers. Users can insert images, audio recordings, videos, and links to external resources. This feature enables the inclusion of visual and auditory content to enhance the understanding and engagement of students.

Collaboration and Sharing: OneNote supports collaboration and sharing features, making it easy for teachers and students to work together on graphic organizers. Multiple users can collaborate in real-time on the same graphic organizer, allowing for group work and peer feedback. Users can also share their graphic organizers with others, facilitating communication and collaboration beyond the classroom.

Organizational Structure: OneNote provides a hierarchical structure that allows for the organization of multiple pages and sections. Teachers can create separate sections for different topics or units and create pages within each section for specific graphic organizers. This organizational structure helps students locate and review their graphic organizers easily.

Accessibility and Availability: OneNote is available on various devices and platforms, including desktop computers, tablets, and smartphones. This accessibility allows students to access their graphic organizers anytime, anywhere, promoting continuous learning and revision. OneNote also supports accessibility features such as screen readers and dictation, ensuring inclusivity for all students.

Integration with Other Tools: OneNote integrates with other Microsoft tools such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Users can easily import content from these tools into their graphic organizers or export their graphic organizers to other formats. This integration enhances the versatility and compatibility of OneNote for creating and utilizing graphic organizers.

APPLE KEYNOTE

Slide Layouts: Keynote offers a variety of slide layouts that can be used as templates for graphic organizers. Teachers and students can choose from different slide designs, including ones with grids, tables, or shapes, to create visually appealing and organized graphic organizers.

Shapes and Objects: Keynote provides a wide range of shapes, lines, and objects that can be used to create graphic organizers. Users can easily add and customize these elements to design concept maps, flowcharts, Venn diagrams, and other types of graphic organizers.

Text and Labels: Keynote allows users to add text boxes and labels to their slides. These can be used to provide instructions, prompts, or labels within the graphic organizer. Users can customize the font, size, and formatting of the text to suit their needs.

Grouping and Arrangement: Keynote enables users to group and arrange objects on the slide. This feature is useful for organizing elements within the graphic organizer, allowing users to easily move, resize, and align objects to create a clear and structured layout.

Animation and Interactivity: Keynote offers animation and interactivity features that can enhance the engagement and understanding of students. Users can animate elements within the graphic organizer to reveal information or create interactive elements that students can interact with during instruction.

Export and Sharing: Keynote allows users to export their presentations in various formats, including PDF and PowerPoint. This makes it easy to share the graphic organizers with students or colleagues. Users can also collaborate on Keynote presentations using iCloud, enabling real-time collaboration and feedback.

Presenter Notes: Keynote provides a dedicated section for presenter notes. Teachers can use this section to include additional information, prompts, or guiding questions related to the graphic organizer. These notes can serve as a reference during instruction or as a guide for students' understanding.

APPLE PAGES

Templates: Pages offers a variety of pre-designed templates that can be used as a starting point for creating graphic organizers. Users can choose from different template categories, such as Education or Business, and select a template that suits their specific needs. These templates provide a structured framework for organizing information and can save time in creating graphic organizers from scratch.

Shapes and Lines: Pages provides a range of shapes and lines that can be used to create graphic organizers. Users can easily add and customize these elements to design concept maps, flowcharts, Venn diagrams, and other types of graphic organizers. The shapes and lines can be resized, rotated, and connected to create a visually appealing and organized layout.

Text and Labels: Pages allows users to add text boxes and labels to their documents. These can be used to provide instructions, prompts, or labels within the graphic organizer. Users can customize the font, size, and formatting of the text to suit their needs. The text boxes can be easily moved and resized to fit within the graphic organizer.

Tables and Charts: Pages includes tables and charts that can be used to organize and present data within a graphic organizer. Users can create tables to categorize information or use charts to visually represent relationships or comparisons. These features can be helpful for creating structured and data-driven graphic organizers.

Images and Media: Pages supports the insertion of images, videos, and audio files into documents. Users can add visual elements or multimedia content to enhance the graphic organizer. Images can be used to represent concepts or provide visual examples, while videos and audio files can provide additional explanations or demonstrations.

Collaboration and Sharing: Pages allows for collaboration and sharing features, making it easy for teachers and students to work together on graphic organizers. Multiple users can collaborate in real-time on the same document, enabling group work and peer feedback. Users can also share their graphic organizers with others, facilitating communication and collaboration beyond the classroom.

Export and Printing: Pages allows users to export their documents in various formats, including PDF and Word. This makes it easy to share the graphic organizers with students or colleagues. Users can also print the documents, allowing for physical copies of the graphic organizers to be distributed or displayed in the classroom.