Word+Clouds

Wordle
 * WORD Clouds **

Wordle is a Web 2.0 tools that allows students to create "word clouds" from text that you provide. foThe clouds give greater prominence to words that appear more frequently in the source text. You can tweak your clouds with different fonts, layouts, and color schemes. The images you create with Wordle are yours to use however you like. You can print them out, or save them to the Wordle gallery to share with your friends.

Few Hints...
 * Type word multiple times in order to make the WORD larger
 * Use the ~ between words to make the words stay together in the Wordle

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Ways to Use Word Clouds in the Classroom
 * Compare and Contrast Themes in Literature
 * Have students write "All About Me"
 * Copy student essays into Wordle to discuss main characteristics of the essay
 * Use as a quick assessment of reading/homework assignment
 * Use as writing prompts
 * Reflections
 * Vocabulary Words
 * Brainstorming on a Topic

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Tagxedo

 Tagxedo is another option for creating Word Clouds. Tagxedo gives you the option to put your word cloud into a shape. You can chose a shape from the Tagxedo library or import your own shape.

Tagxedo does not require you to log in. You can Print, Save, and Share your Tagxedo

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