SeeSaw: The Learning Journal

  




  
     Seesaw is a free, multi-platform (You can use I-pad, phone, Chromebooks, website) application that allows students to express themselves in a closed forum.  It works as a journal and students can do a variety of things on it. It is very engaging because they can post or comment on any given topic and their classmates (and whomever the teacher allows) can give feedback. 

 "See saw empowers students of any age to independently document what they are learning at school"

 This is how it works: First, create a free account, then a class. You have two options: Students can  create accounts by entering a code or QR code (you will have to enter their names prior to their sign in) or you can have them sign in with their google accounts. If your school has google, this would be ideal option but using the code is better if they are sharing devices and if you already know your population.
 Once they create their account, you write a post and make it public for them. You can also select who do you want to see that particular post. 
     The beauty of Seesaw is that students can capture their learning in different ways: video, link, text, drawing, picture... Isn't that amazing!?
Another advantage of Seesaw is that, as a teacher, you have the power to accept or deny an entry.  Let's be honest! Kids are kids and sometimes they might want to post things that are out of topic or they want to be "funny".  With Seesaw, you can approve or disapprove a post. Not only that but you can also invite parents to be part of their children's learning process. 
      Seesaw goes along with the 21st Century Skills framework and that, by itself, is great.  Students learn and express themselves by using technology and by having fun. They showcase their way of thinking in creative ways to their parents and to their community.  With this app you can definitely reinforce values as well as language skills.  

This app happens to be my favorite so far!

Should you try Seesaw? DEFINITELY! Seesaw (in MY opinion) is fantastic for ALL levels, -- and I venture to say-- even for college level.  It is also suitable for ALL subjects... from Social Studies to ESL to Science.  Once you try this tool, you will LOVE IT ♥.

Click HERE to try Seesaw (Plus) for one month then you can continue with your free account which is simply marvelous.