Thinglink

Thinglink is a free digital platform that lets users create interactive images and videos for their use. It gives users the opportunity to turn any image into a multimedia experience. It allows you to add tags to any image which serve as links to various forms of information. Using these tags, users can access videos, music, facts, pictures, etc. Anything that you can think of can be enhanced by Thinglink.



Thinglink can be used with a web browser or with an app. It is easy to use and would be a great addition to any classroom. The opportunities in the classroom are endless. The ability to take virtual field trips is a personal favorite of mine. I think that that tool alone makes Thinglink worth checking out. There is also a way to view 360 degree images and to build interactive maps. The common factor is that students will be engaged with the material which is a focus of todays’ educational system.



The following video includes a variety of tips and resources for using ThingLink in the classroom or even for professional development purposes. I found this short clip on youtube.com and thought that it could shed more insight into what Thinglink can do. 


Source: youtube.com



I have attached my screencast in a link for you to check out! If you are looking for more information about Thinglink, I share what I have learned as well as some cool projects that are available. 
An Intro to Thinglink.com






Further information and tips
10 ways to use thinglink
Interactive and More Engaging Lessons with Thinglink

Comments

  1. nkonkelJune 16, 2019 at 12:27 PM

    Mercedes,

    I had not previously known about Thinglink. It sounds like such a simple tool, yet very useful and meaningful. It does seem like the virtual field trip aspect would be very beneficial. I know personally our grade levels are only allowed one field trip a year, and beyond that- special ed classrooms hardly go on field trips. So being able to provide a virtual field trip is such an awesome ability. It goes beyond simply presenting information to the students, yet doesn't require the tremendous amount of work as an actual field trip.

    Thanks for sharing!

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