Wordwall
Wordwall is an online tool for creating learning activities. Teachers can enter the topic they would like to cover in class into the Wordwall and receive a variety of ready-made, customisable activities such as quizzes, word games and much more.
Where is the tool used?
Wordwall is used for blended learning, distance education, flipped learning and other online learning projects in schools, universities, workplaces.
How to use the tool?
Wordwall is a platform that can be used for online learning that can be an interactive tool for students that can be used to develop academic vocabulary. Teachers can create word walls that support student’s learning providing example words which highlight difficult concept.
Specifics for SEL contexts
Wordwall can be used for SEL training by:
- Checking knowledge
- Practicing Writing and reading
- Developing Vocabulary and speaking skills
Learning activities
- Delivering trainings/workshops: Using Wordwall as teaching strategy students can display the meaning of important ideas using words and pictures.
- Verify and improve knowledge: As students encounter new vocabulary in a text or video, creating a classroom Wordwall help them to comprehend and interpret ideas in the text. Is it possible to set assignment as well to all the students so to check their learning and track their progress.
- Take advantage of social tools: It offers different possibilities for users to grasp and organize information easily, helps creating a more interactive online learning experience, reduce the use of paper worksheets.
Accessibility and technical specifics
Type of tool:
Materials needed:
- Internet
- Laptop
- Microphone
Accessibility:
The application is accessible online on the WORDWALL platform in standard and extended mode. It is also available on Mobile mode.
It provides clear instructions, FAQs, and tutorials for users who may need more support when first using the app.
Useful Links:
WORDWALL tutorial for beginners: https://charlieslessons.com/wordwall-tutorial-for-beginners/
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