Padlet Pros: A Beginner's Guide
Padlet is a digital bulletin board that allows teachers to create a collaborative space for their students. It can be used for a variety of purposes, such as sharing resources, having discussions, and gathering feedback. Here are the steps for a teacher to create a Padlet for a class lesson:
Go to padlet.com and create an account. It’s free to use and you can sign up with your email or through Google or Microsoft.
Once you’re logged in, click on the “+ Create Padlet” button. You’ll be prompted to give your Padlet a title and choose a layout. You can also customize the background and add a description if you’d like.
Next, invite your students to the Padlet. Click on the “Invite” button and enter the email addresses of your students. Alternatively, you can generate a link and share it with your students through email or a learning management system (LMS).
Once your students have joined the Padlet, you can start adding content. There are several options for adding content, such as text, images, videos, and documents. You can also add a variety of “stickies” such as polls, surveys, and quizzes.
Use the Padlet as a collaborative space during your lesson. Encourage your students to contribute by adding their own stickies, commenting on each other’s contributions, and engaging in discussions.
If you want to save the Padlet for future reference, you can download it as a PDF or export it to Google Drive. You can also duplicate the Padlet if you want to reuse it for a future lesson.
Padlet is a useful tool for teachers looking to create a collaborative and interactive learning environment. It’s easy to use and offers a variety of options for adding and organizing content. Give it a try and see how it can enhance your lessons.
To learn more, click here to see Padlet in action.
