ClassTools.Net

=Why use [|ClassTools.Net Priority Chart] for Vocabulary Instruction?=
 * Free tools for teachers
 * Manipulative interface appeals to kinesthetic learners.
 * Bright colors of the interface appeals to visual learners.


 * ===A Sample Lesson Using The Priority Chart Tool===
 * ====Objectives:====
 * Select appropriate synonyms.
 * Using precise language to communicate.
 * ====Procedure====
 * =====Instructor Preparation=====
 * Go to the [|ClassTools.net] website and select [|priority chart].
 * Type specific information for your exercise in the provided boxes.
 * Add up to eight synonyms of varying degree or intensity.
 * Saving exercise
 * Save as webpage
 * Click on the floppy disk icon at the bottom of the template to save as a webpage on your own computer.
 * Template will be downloaded to your computer (most often can be found in the download folder on your computer).
 * When file is opened it will open as a webpage when the computer is connected to the Internet.
 * Embed into class webpage or wiki.
 * Click on gear icon to open embed code box.
 * Select the size of the embedded template that you desire. (You can increase the size later if needed.)
 * Copy embed code.
 * Open webpage or wiki and use specific procedures to paste code.
 * ====Examples:====

media type="custom" key="9006210" align="center"

media type="custom" key="9006260" align="center"


 * ====Extensions====
 * Students can create their own exercises for each other.
 * Have students brainstorm synonyms for a vocabulary word.
 * Students can then type in their lists in the template tool. With assistance students can embed the tool into a class wiki pages.