Remind+101

Remind states that is a safe way for teachers to text message students and stay in touch with parents. It is a free service that allows teachers to set up classes (up to 10 separate classes are possible) and send messages via text or, if a student does not have access to text messages, he/she can opt to receive the messages through email. No phone numbers are ever visible so it is private. Instead, all messages are sent via the internet. Check it out at the link below:


 * @https://www.remind.com/

So then, beyond using the site to send reminders or messages to students, how can it be implemented within a literacy framework? Good question! See below for some ideas.

@https://www.remind.com/ || This tool allows you to send text messages (i.e. reminders) to students or others. Begin by creating a class and then inviting students, parents, or whoever to join it. It is a private way to communicate with students using today’s common social contact method, text messaging. A dummy phone number is supplied for your class and no messages can be replied to. Each message you send is limited to 140 characters so it forces you to be brief. If students do not text, they may sign-up to receive the messages via email. || __**Pros**__ Two major benefits of Remind 101 are that it is free and easy to use. It is also versatile and can be used in a multitude of ways. Beyond this, Remind 101 allows you to schedule the delivery of your message at a time you find convenient. Another important advantage is that that it inspires creativity and fun with communication.
 * =Web 2.0 Tool= || =Description= || =Pros/Cons= || =Possible Classroom Uses= ||
 * Remind

__**Cons**__ One major con is the 140 character limit. It forces you to be very succinct with your words. || Have students create their own accounts and add you as a student to their classes. They can then do the following activities:

**__Literacy: Nonfiction__** Research a historical figure, including notable attributes, and send a message as that person. The message should reflect accuracy to the time period and the historical figure. For example, Abe Lincoln may send a message concerning the Gettysburg Address he must give.


 * __Reading__**: Describe the setting, character, or author of a particular literary piece read. Or, send a message from a character’s point of view about a certain event that is depicted in the reading.


 * __English__**: Create grammatically correct written response to a question posed. ||