Unit 3: How can I create a Seesaw lesson?
Unit 3: How can I create a Seesaw lesson?
Overview:
Lessons:
What subjects can be taught and assessed using Seesaw?
Selecting a Seesaw lesson from the library.
What are the steps to creating a new Seesaw lesson?
Unit Objectives:
By the end of this Unit students will be able to:
- Name 5 subjects that can be taught using seesaw
- Summarize the steps to selecting a Seesaw lesson from the library
- Summarize the steps to creating a new Seesaw lesson
3.1 What subjects can be taught and assessed using Seesaw?
One of the great features of Seesaw is that teachers not only have the option to create their own lessons, but they can also choose from a large library of already created lessons. Using the drop down menu teachers can select an subject and choose from dozens of pre-made lessons specifically designed to support that subject.
The Seesaw library includes lessons for the following subjects:
- Art
- Coding
- Computational Thinking
- Computer Science
- Data Visualization
- Drama
- Digital Citizenship
- English Language Arts
- English Language Learners
- Geography
- Health
- Higher Education
- History
- Home Learning
- Literacy
- Math
- Music
- Phonemic Awareness
- Phonics
- Physical Education
- Reading
- Religion
- Science
- Social Emotional Learning
- Social Studies
- Special Education
- Speech
- STEAM
- Vocabulary
- World Language
- Writing
3.2 Selecting a Seesaw lesson from the library.
The Seesaw library has thousands of lessons for teachers to choose from. When selecting a lesson teachers have the option to specify what they are looking for to make the searching a little easier. Teachers first have their own library where they can choose from lessons that they have either saved from others or lessons that they have created. There is also the option to search within the "School & District" library. This section includes all lessons that have been created or added by people within a teachers district. The third option is to choose from the "community" library. This section includes all lessons that are available on Seesaw. In the community tab teachers can specify their grade level and what subject they are searching for.
Watch the video below to learn how to select a lesson from the Seesaw library.
After watching the video, click the link below to be directed to unit 3 discussion board:
Seesaw Subjects Discussion Board
3.3 What are the steps to creating a new Seesaw lesson?
With Seesaw teachers are able to create their own lessons and choose how they would like their students to receive instruction. Teachers have the options of adding videos of themselves, linking videos, voice recordings, or written directions. With Seesaw teachers are able to include as many options, or as few as they would like. Below is a video that shows you the steps to create a new Seesaw lesson that is completely your own, and how to code some features within the directions.
Watch the video below to learn how to create a new Seesaw lesson:
Check for understanding:
- What are some subjects that can be taught and assessed using Seesaw?
- How do you select a lesson from the Seesaw library?
- What steps do you need to take to create a new Seesaw lesson?
Assessment:
Click the link below to be directed to Unit 3: How can I create a Seesaw lesson?
Wrapping up:
Seesaw is a constantly expanding platform that can seamlessly connect teacher, students, and parents. It provides teachers with a way to connect with their students both in and out of the classroom. Seesaw is an online resource that provides teachers with already made lessons, assessments, and objectives, but also allows teachers to create their own lessons that best fit their individual students. This resource can increase student motivation, enjoyment, and self reflection while supporting student learning and engagement. Parents are able to get a view into their child's life and interact with their work in all new ways.
Congratulations on completing "Using Seesaw in the Classroom!" If you would like one more quick tutorial to get you started with Seesaw, please click the link below.
