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__ Seven Things to Know about Headmagnet __ Scenario: Sarah is a student in fourth grade. She has ADHD and has problems remembering to bring materials to and from school that are necessary to help her learn the concepts from class. Right now, Sarah is trying to memorize the States and Capitals. The teacher suggested that Sarah should use Headmagnet. Headmagnet provides ways of studying, and ways to review the material. It is easily accessible to teachers, parents and students. 1.What is it? Headmagnet is a learning tool and web map that helps a person memorize new facts quickly. It also helps maintain what they have already learned. Headmagnet can also predict what you will forget, so that you will only review what you need to know. If you want to memorize something you start by making a study list of what you need to know. It would even allow you to make custom fields and create multiple modes of study. After you create the list, the computer will set up a program to try and determine what you will forget. Headmagnet makes it easy to share study lists with your friends.

2. Who’s Doing it? Headmagnet can be used by anyone who has a computer. It would be easiest for someone who is above 4th grade level. It can be used in the area of education, but it is also very helpful when you are trying to memorize concepts and when you are keeping track of important dates. In order to use Headmagnet, people should be able to type, read, use a computer and write.

3. How does it work?

In order to use Headmagnet, you must create an account first. At the top of the screen there are several options. On the left side of the screen, there is a button called “My Lists”. There are four different lists that are automatically created for you. Vocabulary words, Annual Dates, Favorite Quotes and Names and Faces are the four lists that you will find on your Headmagnet once you create an account. You can edit each of these lists, and you also are given the opportunity to create more lists. Next to the “My Lists” button, there is a “My Head” button. If you click on that you are able to view all of your lists and how knowledgeable you are on those topics. You can also rank the lists by importance and priority. Under “My Head” there are also ways that Headmagnet will help you study your lists, learn and review concepts. At the top of the page, you will see a button called “Friends”. This allows you to add others, so they are able to view your profile on Headmagnet. 4. Why is it significant?

Headmagnet offers many Universal Design Features. For one it can be classified with many different main sections. Students are able to pick a list that they want to improve their knowledge on. The areas are in writing, reading, mathematics, and communication. The learning that is provided in the specific focus area is engaging as well as individualized. Once the student is brought to the site and logged in, a safe environment is created. This is a major step in the Universal Design for the Learning Program. Students are willing to take risks when they know they are accepted and respected. This is an example of scaffolding because the teacher first needs to show the students how to use and manage the website. Once the teacher shows them where to go with the correct lesson plan, the students can explore and take in the information that is provided. Along with that, students can fill out interactive worksheets to make sure they understand what is being said. 5. What are the implications for teaching and learning?

Headmagnet can be used for history, language arts, mathematics, science, foreign languages etc. This tool is mainly used for creating lists that can be turned into note cards. You can write vocabulary words and you also can write questions and their answers. Students should use this tool to review and study for tests and quizzes. 6. What are the downsides?

One downside of Headmagnet is that the student has to have access to a computer at home in order to use it for studying and organizing information outside of class. Younger children might find this tool difficult to use and will need guidance to help them create their lists, add friends etc. Another downside is that it can be time consuming to type information into the lists that you want to create. 7. Where is it going?

There could be a couple different logical steps once the students get used to the program. The teacher could explain a topic and then have the students search for ideas that should be presented before the class. This involves the student’s cooperation and should be used with teacher supervision. Often times the teacher will use Headmagnet to post/create worksheets or quizzes that the students need to fill out after the section is completed. The students are becoming actively involved in their learning. In some sections, there are quizzes and tests that are already premade. This makes the student more responsible for the work that they put in. They can feel a sense of independence.

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