Information Services Department

OB JEC TIV ES Ho w t o Use Insp ir ation

Inspiration is software that allows students and teachers
 Learners will produce at to organize information. It allows for the use of
least one web. graphics, notes, text and much more.
 Learners will be able to use
the templates in the
program.
So Wh y Use Insp ir ation ?
 Learners will be able to use Organizing knowledge leads to a deeper understanding.
the Inspiration libraries and Once the content is organized students can then make
be able to add images that connections to other content areas or to prior
fit their curriculum needs. knowledge. It is easy to make changes and/or
 Learners will feel corrections in Inspiration. With the click of the mouse
comfortable enough with
this program to spend time
using it with the intent of
Ge tting Hel p Temp la tes
It is not expected that you will remember everything
from this workshop. If you need further assistance with Templates may be found by
Inspiration please remember to use Schooldude for your opening Inspiration and
technology requests. Please remember to use the clicking on File, Open
following link: Template. Inside you will
http://www.myschoolbuilding.com/myschoolbuilding/msbdefault. find templates for Language
asp?acctnum=94598650 If you do not have access to the Arts, Planning, Science,
internet you may call the Helpdesk Voicemail at Social Studies, and Thinking
extension 1956 and someone should respond promptly.
Skills.
Type s o f Gr aphic Org an iz er s

Concept Map – a hierarchical diagram used to represent a set of

concepts. Concept maps are often used to illustrate scientific or historical
concepts or for other types of knowledge mapping
Idea Map – used to brainstorm ideas and develop thoughts. Idea maps
can be used for individual or group planning, problem solving, and report
writing.
Web – a visual map that shows how different bits of information relate to
each other. Webs can be particularly useful when you are analyzing a
story, or brainstorming ideas for a plan or written report.
Storyboard – a visual way to organize projects such as multimedia
presentations or the design of a webpage.
Mak e a list of some t em pl at es y ou m ight li ke t o us e:

REVISED 2/9/2008