TLED 430 Module 3 Collaborative
Assignment
Read the directions in Blackboard on how to complete this sheet.
Name of the tool Discord
Where to access this www.discord.com
tool (web address) Available via browser, desktop app, and mobile app
Brief instructions of This is a free and easy to use chat application that is used to connect students instantly
how to use the tool to each other with emoticon and text chat. Students and teachers will create a free
account by accessing the website on their computer, or downloading the mobile
application. Students and teachers will create usernames based off their last name. The
instructor will click the create server button to open a group chat for the entire
classroom and invite that all students will be prompted to accept. Once accepted, the
instructor may divide the group server into multiple channels (small sub-groups) for
students so that they may share and communicate with assigned group mates on their
channel, and with the class if they wish to. Because the instructor is the creator of the
server, they are also the moderator, and are allowed full access and capability to
monitor what is said and sent between students.
Ideas for how the 7th Grade English:
tool can be used in 7.1 The student will participate in and contribute to conversations, group discussions,
PK-12 and oral presentations.
Students will collaborate within a group based on a shared reading assignment
to create a presentation. Students will be expected to find and post
information to the group chat, as well as divide work amongst themselves and
devise instructions for the presentation
Virginia and United States Government:
GOVT.6 The student will demonstrate knowledge of local, state, and national elections
A mock debate hall server will be created by the instructor, acting as
moderator; students will work together as part of different groups to debate
other groups about various assigned topics. The group with the strongest
arguments will be declared the winner.
Physical Science:
PS.1 The student will demonstrate an understanding of scientific reasoning, logic, and
the nature of science by planning and conducting investigations
Students in assigned group will conduct a simple physical experiment of
physics: they will be expected to log/post data, share supplementary materials,
and communicate in order to create a group presentation of their findings
Positives and Positives:
challenges of using This service is completely free and accessible to all with an internet connection
the tool The instructor can see and moderate student activity within the server
Text chat is instantaneous and fluid between students and instructor
Fun and simple design allows for easy customization of accounts and even
emoticons which students will enjoy.
Negatives:
Although server chat is moderated, the instructor cannot see private messages
that are sent between students off the server, known as a direct message (as
opposed to a group message)
Constant group notifications may be annoying for some (although that can be
changed in settings)
TLED 430 Module 3 Collaborative
Assignment
Although the service is available via browser, it works best when actually
downloaded as a mobile or desktop application.
Name of the tool Chatzy
Where to access this www.chatzy.com
tool (web address)
Brief instructions of Open page, fill out name, title chat/group and create. You may add and remove people
how to use the tool from the chat at will
Ideas for how the 1. 6th grade English, students will collaborate topics and and discussion towards a
tool can be used in common goal of a book or literature.
PK-12 2. 5th grade English: students will debate topics for students to engage in
3. 9th grade History: demonstrating demonstrative understanding of a historical
topic divided among students to collaborate in chat for an ultimate connected
physical creation of a poster or paper.
Positives and Positives: Ability to save and print conversation
challenges of using Positive: Timestamps and emoji emulates and students will enjoy it
the tool Negative: picture upload not available, only url paste into chat box
Negative: no webcam availability
I pledge to support the Honor System of Old Dominion University. I will refrain from any form of academic dishonesty
or deception, such as cheating or plagiarism. I am aware that as a member of the academic community it is my
responsibility to turn in all suspected violations of the Honor Code. I will report to a hearing if summoned.
