Edmodo



> Apps are not all free, may be licensed per class, or expire after a certain amount of time. > ||
 * ~ Uses ||~ Limitations ||
 * * Looks and works like Facebook, but there are no ads and is closed to others outside of the class
 * Students can create an account that locks them into that class.
 * Student account creation only needs a first name, last name, username, password, and the Join code from the teacher
 * CMCSS has its own domain in Edmodo for its teachers and students
 * Apps can be added to Edmodo in each class to enhance learning || * Teacher cannot make accounts for students in their class from their teacher account.
 * Persmission from a parent is required by the Terms of Service, sample permission slip here

Edmodo is a Web 2.0 tool that is used by educators to create a secure and trusted environment for sharing ideas, files, and assignments with students and parents. Edmodo also allows for a powerful social learning environment for classrooms. This social learning aspect of this site is a very powerful feature helping to increase student learning.

Edmodo is FREE to educators.

Edmodo has several components that are very useful to teachers in our district. It has several features that we do not need. For example, there is a Gradebook feature that allows teachers to log and average grades. Our district already uses a separate program for that function.

NETS II. Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others. Students: a. interact, collaborate, and publish with peers, experts or others employing a variety of digital environments and media. b. communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using a variety of media and formats. c. develop cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with learners of other cultures. d. contribute to project teams to produce original works or solve problems.
 * ISTE Standard:**

Teachers will be exposed to ideas and strategies to develop a collaborative space for students that has limitless possibilities for students, teachers, and stakeholders to collaborate and share notes, thoughts, and projects.
 * Objective/Clear Target**

Getting Started with Edmodo

 * 1) Go to http://cmcss.edmodo.com (When working from school, you must use the CMCSS or CMCSS WiFi network)
 * 2) Click the "I'm a Teacher" button below the "Sign Up Now, It's Free" message.
 * 3) Fill in the information requested in the box. (Contact your Technology Integration Coach for your school code.)
 * 4) Click "Sign Up".

Once you have logged in, you can create your first group (or class). Groups create a customized experience for the users. Teachers can send/share messages, assignments, quizzes, or notes with specific groups of students and parents.
 * Using Edmodo**

To create your group, follow the instructions below for Creating a New Group. (Instructions for Archiving/Deleting a Group are included on this page.)

Students can create their own Edmodo account and join different groups by entering that groups' specific code. (Students are not required to include an email address.) Instructions have been provided for students to create a new account or join a group from an existing account.







After groups have been created, teachers can send customized messages, links, videos, and assignments to each group. Students can respond by posting messages privately to the teacher or publicly to the group. However, they are not able to private message each other from within Edmodo.

Guidelines and expectations about the purpose of the group should be provided to the students. Reminders about online behaviors, including cyberbullying, may be required.

Creating Small Groups
Within each group, teachers can create small groups to allow students to collaborate on projects or assignments.



**Snapshot**

 * Common Core in a Snap
 * A free tool that lets you mold Common Core to your standards.
 * Make progress (not educated guesses)
 * Get real-time feedback on classroom and individual student performance. Snapshot tells you what students know (and what they don't)
 * Take action (and a breath)
 * You already trust Edmodo in your classroom. Built into the product you know and love, Snapshot takes the guessing out of assessing.
 * Test your students (not your patience)
 * You'd never describe standardized testing as "quick and easy." With thousands of qualified questions, Snapshot automatically creates standards-aligned quizzes.
 * Save time (and your sanity)
 * Just pick a standard and decide whether you want to gauge comprehension before or after a lesson (or both). You decide when and where; Snapshot runs on your schedule.

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 * To Create a Snapshot Quiz**
 * 1. Select Snapshot from the Menu Bar on the right hand side.

(The first time Snapshot is selected a guided tour will be offered. The tour can be cancelled.)

2. Click the Create Your First Snapshot button. || ||
 * 3. Add a group to get started. Also choose the grade level and subject. || [[image:EdmodoSnapshotCreateGroup.png width="480" height="29"]] ||
 * 4. Select the Common Core standards to be assessed by clicking the Plus Sign beside the standards. Use the scroll bar to view the additional standards for the selected category. View additional Common Core standards by selecting the category from the Suggested Column on the left hand side. || [[image:EdmodoSnapshotSelectingStandards.png width="480" height="302"]] ||
 * 5. Create a unique name for your Snapshot. The default name is Snapshot 1. Set the due date and time limit. Add your own note, preview your Snapshot, Plan for Later, or Assign Now. || [[image:EdmodoSnapshotNameDueDate.png width="480" height="141"]] ||

Parent Accounts
Parents are also able to sign up for an Edmodo account by choosing "I'm a Parent" on the bottom of the [|http://cmcss.edmodo.com] page.



Parents will be required to fill in some basic information including a Parent Code. The individualized parent codes are available on the left hand side of the home screen on their child's account. Parents can see alerts, assignments, notes, calendar events, student profiles, and grades for their child.



Teachers and students can elect to receive email or text updates. To change the update settings, users will:
 * Email and Text Updates**
 * 1. Click on Me in the upper right hand corner and choose Settings. || [[image:EdmodoSettings.png]] ||
 * 2. On the Account page, users can add their email address. Email addresses must be verified. (Edmodo will send an email verification link.) || [[image:EdmodoSettingsMenu.png]] ||
 * 3. To set up text message updates, click Email & Text Updates in the left hand column. || [[image:EdmodoEmailTextUpdates.png]] ||
 * 4. Select the Update Type; none, email, or text. (Users will be required to fill out their service provider and phone number if they choose text updates. A verification text will be sent from Edmodo. || [[image:EdmodoUpdateType.png]] ||
 * 5. Choose the desired updates. A list of the types of updates are below. || [[image:EdmodoSelectUpdates.png]] ||


 * //Text messaging rates may apply.//**

Updates include: For Teachers:


 * Alerts
 * Notes
 * Direct Messages
 * Replies
 * New Group Members
 * Group Join Requests
 * Connections Requests

For Students:


 * Alerts
 * Notes
 * Assignments
 * Quizzes
 * Direct Messages
 * Replies

For Parents:


 * Alerts
 * Notes
 * Assignments
 * Replies

What is a student's CMCSS student email address? Click here for student email in CMCSS.

The Edmodo App is available in the App Store and on Google Play.