There are other such applications are quite similar. I myself am a Mac user, and as such am a slave to most of the new and exciting applications Apple's App store throws at me. As a result I have been a longtime user of the application called Mini node pro. the application offers similar features as Bubble.us, but its available as a download rather than a web-based app. There doesn't seem to be any functional difference between the two, the only obvious one being the visual differences. The app is available on the App Store for free as a lite version, the pro version is available at a small cost (which varies depending on offers). In all honesty, if your considering this App then you could stick with the lite version as there are few differences (or noticeable difference) between the two.
Above: Mininode screen shot
Bubbl.us would be excellent in terms of resources within lessons. Personally I can see myself adapting this into my own teaching practice in the future for such activities which could include classroom discussions, group or individual discussions or even as a handout or printed resource. Its not hard to understand how Bubble.us could not only enhance the quality of learning taking place, but also create a teaching environment which is both enjoyable and productive.
Mininode is available from: http://mindnode.com on Mac, iPad and iPhone
Bubble.us can be found at: http://bubble.us
No comments:
Post a Comment