If there’s one tech application that my students use the
most right now, it is Snapchat. It has taken me a while to catch on and
understand this tool, but my students use it in excess. When I read about a
project using Snapchat on Madame Techie’s blog, I knew I needed to read further.
Snapchat is a camera application where images or videos are only available for a limited
amount of time. Users can send direct messages but also add images and videos
to their own personal story.
Madame Techie was initially of the opinion that Snapchat could
not be used in the classroom, as was I. However, upon further examination, she decided
that the uses are limitless. Possibilities include interpretive listening,
interpersonal communication, presentational writing and presentational
speaking. Due to the editing options, filters and lenses can be added to
pictures, including images, writing and animal faces. A new feature is the
ability to archive snaps. Snaps can also be saved and downloaded, and turned
into memes. These images can be used in conjunction with Thinglink, Google Maps,
EdPuzzle, etc.
I believe that this tool will be useful in my classroom due
to its versatility and high student interest level. All aspects of language
learning can be achieved using Snapchat as a starting point. Students can even
collaborate using this tool.
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