I went on http://taggalaxy.de/, a web 2 app. I
was amazed by the graphics and design of Taggalaxy. It is so vibrant and ultra-modern.
The website is based on tags, there is a box to type in any word, and there are
suggested tags. Once you have clicked search, you are sent to a galaxy where
your word you searched will appear, along with other associated words.
Eventually once you have narrowed down your search, there is a planet made up
of all the pictures linked to your word.
I think this website would be a brilliant idea to
use in the classroom. Probably best suited to younger children, it would help
them connect words with photos. It is fun to look at, and to create your own
search. The visuals would mean it would never get boring and at the same time
children are learning. Seeing photos from all around the world helps them to
see the bigger picture and get an insight to different cultures
and society. What is most interesting about the website, it that
you are in control. You choose your search, the images you want to see, move
the globe and narrow your search. Children can learn a bit about geography,
improve their spellings, ICT skills and broaden their knowledge of
the world.
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