Snorkl Blog

📋 Key Summary • What is Snorkl ?: An educational tool where students describe and record their thinking, and AI provides instant, personalized feedback. • Key features : Integrated voice recording, screen capture, and visual tools (drawing, highlighting, and text input). • Areas of application : All subjects including math, science, English, world languages, social studies, and reading fluency. • Teacher benefits : Real-time learning progress monitoring, automatic grading, and class-wide insights • Student benefits : Immediate feedback, repeated learning opportunities, and practice using academic vocabulary. 🔄 Workflow using Snorkl Step 1: Teacher Preparation Step 2: Upload and configure your content Step 3: Student Activity Progress Step 4: Teacher Monitoring and Evaluation Step 5: Collaborate and Share 📚 Detailed guide for specific use cases 🔬 Science Lesson Example: The Water Cycle Setup process: Copy existing worksheet to clipboard Create a Whiteboard Recording activity Paste the image to the whiteboard AI automatically recognizes the following elements: Evaporation: Up arrow Condensation: Cloud formation in the sky Precipitation: Arrows falling from clouds Runoff, Infiltration, Groundwater

📋 Summary of Key Content • Presenter : Megan Mitchell (6th grade teacher, ABC Unified School District, 15 years of experience) • Key Topic : Real-world examples and effects of utilizing the Snorkl AI platform in math classes • Learning Objectives : Removing learning barriers with voice, drawing, and multilingual support Supporting learning by connecting student voice and mathematical reasoning Improving student confidence and self-efficacy through mathematical thinking • Key Outcome : All 32 students achieved a score of 3 (Excellent) or 4 (Outstanding). • Special case : A student improved from 1 to 4 points in 12 attempts. • Educational value : Aligned with UDL (Universal Design for Learning) principles and mathematical practice standards 🔄 The process of change in the educational field ❌ Problems with existing classrooms ✅ Changes after introducing Snorkl 📈 Learning Progression Stages: 12 Challenge Stories 👤 Student background Initial State : "I don't like math, and math doesn't like me." Problem : Strong negative perception of mathematics 🎯 Development process Step 1: First Attempt (1 point) Step 2: Attempt 8 (Improved Understanding) Step 3: 12th attempt (4 points) 🤖 How the AI Coaching System Works 📝 Feedback method

Timeline 00:00 The presenter appears in holiday-themed attire and notes similarities to last year's World Snorkel Day event. 00:34 The presenter prepares to share his screen and informs attendees that if they are experiencing issues with their Snorkl Premium accounts expiring, they will be extended until January. 01:35 Presenter introduction and goal setting 01:35 The presenter expresses his excitement to participate in World Snorkel Day and lead the session 'Leveling Up Every Learner with AI'. 02:48 Presenter Eric shares his 33 years of experience as an educator and edtech coach in Northeast Ohio, and introduces the website controlaltachieve.com. 03:30 The website's AI-related tab highlights a wealth of information about training sessions, recorded videos, blog posts, and tools like Snorkl. 04:09 He reveals that he is a grandfather and mentions his hobbies, such as board games and crossword puzzles, and provides a way to contact him for further communication. 05:11 The Presenter's "Geeky" Tendency and the Influence of Video Games 05:11 The presenter describes himself as a "geek," citing his love of technology from a young age, including board game design, computer camp experiences, and participation in science fairs. 06:58 He further highlights his 'geeky' side by mentioning his interest in science fiction and fantasy (Doctor Who, steampunk, chainmail). 07:47 He reveals that his most important 'geeky' aspect is his love of video games, and notes that 'leveling up' is a common feature of games he has enjoyed since the Atari 2600. 09:30 Specifically mentioning 'World of Warcraft', he explains the importance of leveling up and the ability enhancements gained in the process (stat increases, new skills, exploration of new locations). 10:50 Leveling Up in Education and the Role of AI 10:50 Applying the concept of leveling up to education emphasizes that the goal of education is to improve students' abilities and provide new opportunities. 11:29 Citing Benjamin Bloom's research on student achievement, he explains that while students achieve average grades in regular classes, they can achieve higher grades through "mastery learning." 13:11 While personal tutoring can significantly improve student achievement, it has practical limitations, and he argues that AI could make this potential a reality. 14:08 While AI won't completely replace human tutors, it can provide students with personalized tutoring and 24/7 support, improving the achievement of all learners, he explains. 14:44 While AI is useful for educators, the ultimate goal is to use AI to help students reach their full potential. 15:42 How to Level Up Students with Snorkl: Feedback, Personalized Learning, and Accessibility 15:47 Snorkl presents three key ways to help students improve their learning: feedback, personalized learning, and accessibility. 16:23 Describes the current limitations of feedback (delayed, general, insufficient, difficult to personalize, limited in scope) and points out that it is at 'Level 1'. 17:30 Snorkl explains how to improve feedback to 'Level 2' by providing immediate and formative feedback, providing guidance, personalization, and multimodal processing (text, images, voice). 17:50 Snorkl explains that it allows students to respond to teacher-created questions in a variety of ways, including speaking, writing, and drawing, and that AI processes these responses to provide immediate feedback. 19:35 Snorkl explains that by using coaches, students can be guided through the learning process and help with areas where they are having difficulty, rather than having to do their homework themselves. 23:12 In terms of personalized learning, he explains that AI tools can be used at any time to provide personalized support to each student based on extensive knowledge, and provide a safe learning environment. 23:45 In terms of accessibility, it emphasizes that multimedia (images, audio, voice) can be processed in real time to meet the needs of all learners. 24:55 The Role of AI: Supplementing, Not Replacing, Teachers 24:55 He firmly states that AI is not meant to replace teachers, but rather to help them do their jobs better. 25:21 He likens the role of AI to that of 'Iron Man' rather than 'Terminator', explaining that teachers are like Tony Stark who is supplemented by AI. 26:09 He emphasizes that in the age of AI, teachers can focus more on designing learning experiences, personalizing content, facilitating and coaching, leveraging data, working in small groups, and ultimately, strengthening human connections with students. 27:14 Conclusion and Acknowledgments 27:14 We conclude that AI tools like Snorkl support teachers, help students grow, and help teachers better connect with and inspire their students. 27:57 We share inspiring ideas about how AI can help all students reach their full potential, and we thank Snorkl for being a part of this journey. 28:20 I would like to thank the presenter for his humor and sound effects, and thank everyone who participated in the World Snorkel Day event. 28:44 I'd like to thank Snorkl again for building a community through communication with teachers around the world and for leveraging AI to help students improve their skills. LiveWiki, the key content on YouTube in 10 seconds! https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/livewiki-%EC%9C%A0%ED%8A%9C%EB%B8%8C-%ED%95%B5%EC%8B%AC-%EC%9A%94%EC%95%BD/gaaicdedebppdnadcdddckdmccfejjli?hl=ko 📋 Key Summary • Presenter : Eric Curts - Ohio Educational Technology Coach, 33 years of experience in education • Topic : Level-up methodology for all learners using AI (Snorkl) • Key message : AI is not a replacement for teachers, but a tool that supports them to provide personalized learning. 🎮 Level Up Learning Philosophy Background : Eric's Approach to Education Through Gamer Identity Leveling up system in video games → Similar to student learning progress Gaming experience from Atari 2600 to World of Warcraft Elements you gain when you level up: new abilities, expanded options, and increased accessible areas. 📊 Benjamin Bloom's Two Sigma Problem and AI Solutions Benjamin Bloom's research in the 1980s : General Class: Average Achievement Distribution Perfect Learning: 1 sigma (standard deviation) improvement possible Personal Training: 2 Sigma Improvement Is Possible, But Realistically Impossible The rise of AI : 24/7 support systems comparable to personal tutoring are now possible. 🚀 3 Level-Up Strategies with Snorkl 1️⃣ Feedback Level Up Level 1 (Current Situation) : Delayed feedback

Timeline 00:00 The speaker welcomes Kim, saying it is a pleasure to see him again, having attended World Snorkel Day last year. 00:12 Snorkel is pleased to have a booth at the ASU GSV Show and ISTE, which we see as a positive step forward in building products for teachers and students. 00:49 Kim is grateful for the incredible teachers, educators, and leaders across the country who have helped Snorkel grow so quickly over the past year. 02:06 Features and Benefits of EduProtocols and Snorkl 02:06 We'll discuss EduProtocols and Snorkl, providing background on how Snorkl integrates with EduProtocols. Snorkl includes a variety of protocols, including Freyer, Word Up Wednesday, Little Parts, Sketch and Tell, and Thick Slides. 02:38 He mentions that math features will be added soon, specifically self-correcting math problems. 03:00 Word Up Wednesday (now Word Up) is a variation of the Frayer Model, using a jigsaw approach where students work together to find definitions, synonyms, antonyms, images, and more for vocabulary words. 04:20 Word Up emphasizes a practical way to gamify learning, increase vocabulary and familiarize students with a wider range of expressions, and encourage team collaboration and communication. 05:02 There are several ways to practice Word Up in Snorkl, individually or in groups. 05:41 An example of the Smart Start version of Word Up is presented, showing students pasting Google definitions and rewriting them in their own words, adding synonyms, antonyms, and images/memes. 07:57 Word Up Wednesday aims to foster deeper learning and critical thinking through multiple representations of words, socializing learning and engaging students in conversation. This aligns with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and enhances classroom activities. 09:32 Snorkl Usage Demonstration and Troubleshooting 09:32 The GIF upload feature doesn't work yet, but it's mentioned that it will be added in the future. 09:46 When you log into Snorkl, you get pre-configured templates, and teachers can assign specific words to students. 10:33 The Snorkl library has an EduProtocols section, which explains that templates, including Word Up, can be customized to fit your criteria and topics. 11:02 A demonstration of the Word Up activity begins, with students guided through the participation code to join the activity. 11:48 Kim's Snorkl is experiencing technical issues that prevent it from loading, and solutions such as clearing the browser cache are discussed. 12:22 Explains how to put images into Snorkl (copy/paste). 13:21 Provides instructions for Word Up activities using the word 'priority' (paste Google definition, rewrite in your own words, add synonyms/antonyms, use images/memes). 13:56 When using Snorkl, I advise you not to worry about making it perfect, and that Snorkl will let you know how to improve through feedback. 14:23 Students submit assignments using the "voice and screen recording" feature, which he emphasizes as particularly helpful for ELL and gifted students. 14:50 Snorkl's feedback is personalized and positive, and he likens it to feeling like "a British grandmother's voice." 15:18 He shares anecdotes about how students enjoy talking about Snorkl activities as if they were their own podcast, and emphasizes the importance of preparation before recording. 17:03 In response to the question about difficulty uploading images, I'll explain the simple copy/paste method again. 17:37 Explains that the 'Guest Access' feature allows students to participate in activities without logging in. 18:01 We will have a brief silence for audio recording and to encourage participants who are still working. 19:42 Reviewing participant Carla's Word Up example, we note how the Snorkl AI provides feedback for incorrect answers as a positive learning experience. 21:03 Shows that screen recording alone can earn you a good grade, and explains that teachers can make audio required in the rubric. 21:49 Snorkl's real-time feedback highlights how it enhances learning by giving students the opportunity to make immediate corrections. 23:13 I share an example of how Snorkl AI provides feedback to students in a math problem, guiding them to model their thought processes when they only provide answers without explaining their process. 23:46 Snorkl gives all students a chance to speak at the same time, and explains that the AI's ability to accurately capture a student's voice, even over background noise, is remarkable. 24:44 The Principles of EduProtocols and Their Synergy with Snorkl 24:44 EduProtocols offers nearly 100 classroom-tested lesson frameworks, using the hot dog analogy to illustrate that while the essential elements are simple, there are many variations possible. 25:35 Using the hot dog infographic as an example, we demonstrate how EduProtocols can be transformed into a variety of activities that help students develop skills including reading, writing, and critical thinking. 26:05 EduProtocols are repeatable routines that increase engagement and support critical thinking. They minimize teacher effort and encourage students to pursue enjoyment and avoid pain. They reduce the burden of grading and planning, allowing students to focus on the content. 26:43 He explains that it's important to start with activities students enjoy, such as Smart Start or Brain Lock Words, and then build a routine through repetition. 27:08 As part of brain science, he refers to the "ipsitive learning cycle," which describes how people tend to want to try again after receiving feedback. This phenomenon is also seen in games like Candy Crush. 27:54 Explaining the Ebbinghaus effect (forgetting curve), he emphasizes that memory retention is significantly higher when learning is done multiple times through distributed repetitions than when learning only once. 28:34 Learning isn't linear, but rather a "work-and-learn" process, and Snorkl fits perfectly into this process. The self-comparison effect and the Ebbinghaus effect work in real time, helping students stay engaged through multiple repetitions. 29:48 The effectiveness of EduProtocols is supported by Hattie's research, which notes that practice, distributed repetition, and feedback have high effect sizes. She points out that lectures, on the other hand, have lower effect sizes. 30:17 Explains four key learning methods (repetitive learning, retrieval practice, reciprocal teaching, and recursion), and uses the example of replacing an air filter to demonstrate how they apply to a real-world learning process. 31:58 He emphasizes that using EduProtocols with Snorkl can make magical things happen for kids. 32:26 We present classroom success stories using EduProtocols, including how a Texas history teacher improved student achievement and how Amber quickly improved her students' writing skills. 33:21 He explains that Snorkl's instant feedback changes everything in activities like Cyber Sandwich. 33:36 Introduction and Demonstration of Annotate and Tell 33:36 He raises the issue that students dislike annotating and that it's difficult for teachers to grade, and explains that Annotate and Tell is a solution to this problem. 34:14 Guide John through the Annotate and Tell activity, demonstrating the process of creating an activity, pasting text, and entering instructions. 34:52 In this activity, we explain that we only need to record the whiteboard and don't need to worry about audio. 36:19 They express their amazement at the AI's ability to see everything on images and whiteboards and generate rubrics based on the teacher's instructions. 36:52 We offer tips on how to streamline Snorkl management by assigning assignments by book or subject rather than by class. 37:11 Demonstrate an Annotate and Tell activity, reading a passage about Crocs history, highlighting the main ideas, and summarizing them in a few sentences. 38:08 It only took two minutes to create a Snorkl activity, and he emphasizes that it's as simple as duplicating an existing activity and changing the text block. 38:27 Snorkl provides tools that alert students to highlight meaningful content in near real-time, enabling teachers to provide specific guidance for differentiated learning. 39:54 Explains that teachers can turn off correct answer/answer reporting for assignments, focusing solely on grades and feedback, and only see high-quality work. 40:33 I would like to reiterate that dividing your lessons by topic rather than by time is more efficient for using Snorkl. 41:16 We review participant Audra's Annotate and Tell example, demonstrating how Snorkl AI provides feedback on a student's summary. 41:56 Explains why templates are not used (to save time), and notes that teachers can use annotation colors in Snorkl to differentiate instruction for students. 42:33 The key to Annotate and Tell is that it requires less prep work and saves you time with Snorkl's real-time feedback. 43:35 I suggest that you can create annotate and tell activities by leveraging subtitles from TV content, such as ShamWow commercials. 44:12 In a variation of Annotate and Tell, students first identify supporting facts and then discuss them with a partner or Snorkl to develop a main idea. Use the example of a whimsical ice cream flavor to spark interest. 45:15 In Snorkl, students talk to each other before pressing the purple button to emphasize the importance of dialogue in forming the main idea. 46:15 EduProtocols and Snorkl Future Plans and Support 46:15 He mentions that the EduProtocols template will be added to the Snorkl library, which currently has eight major protocols built-in. 47:30 Introducing the EduProtocols books coming out this year: Design Manual, Educate to Regulate, AI Literacy, and Science Edition. 48:02 With over 22,000 members, the EduProtocols Community Facebook group is a place to ask questions and get answers, and we pride ourselves on being one of the most positive online communities. 48:37 We offer lifetime free technical support and encourage you to contact us anytime with questions or assistance. 48:52 He introduces the upcoming Vibe Shift event in Sacramento, describing it as "solutions-first" and for people who are "tired of ideas." 49:26 We're excited to announce that a free event for new teachers, the New Teacher Launchpad, will be held on September 6th. 50:20 Snorkl's expanded features and educational benefits 50:20 Snorkl explains that in addition to whiteboard recording, it offers a variety of recording experiences, including visual responses, audio-only, and writing activities. 51:07 Snorkl's main strength is its integration of immediate feedback and student voice, making it particularly powerful for English learners. Citing statistics showing that high school students speak on average only six times a week during class, he emphasizes that Snorkl changes this, helping students speak more and express their thoughts. 52:24 Teacher Megan Mitchell shares how her students were initially hesitant about the voice feature, but within two months, all of her students were more comfortable speaking both on Snorkl and in class. 53:00 Demonstrates how students can appeal feedback and how teachers can override feedback and change grades. This demonstrates the flexibility Snorkl offers teachers. 54:42 If a student disagrees with the feedback, they can chat with the teacher through the 'Enter Comment' box, and the Pro version includes a Snorkl Coach feature for additional support. 55:14 Snorkl's Coach feature integrates AI into the student experience more quickly, providing additional support and can be turned on or off by the teacher. It's ideal for both formative assessment and exploratory learning. 56:02 Teachers emphasize that they should patrol the room during Snorkl activities, observing and supporting students, explaining that it's not a "set it and forget it" tool. Snorkl still supports human teaching and learning, allowing teachers to focus on higher-level conversations. 56:39 Snorkl Coach mentions that a major upgrade in early June made the AI more resistant to being told what to think. 57:10 Conclusion and Thanks 57:10 The speakers thanked the attendees and expressed their excitement for their assistance in the new school year. 57:25 We share the speakers' email addresses so you can contact them directly. 57:57 Thanks again to John for making Snorkl such a game-changing learning experience for our classrooms. 58:04 We conclude the event by celebrating World Snorkel Day. Summation • EduProtocols : Repeatable lesson structures reduce teacher preparation time and increase student engagement. • Snorkl : Provides immediate, personalized feedback through AI-based voice and screen analysis. • Word Up : A protocol that turns vocabulary learning into a collaborative game. • Annotate and Tell : Combine text analysis and summarization with real-time feedback. • Scientific basis : Ebbinghaus effect (70% retention after 4 repetitions) + Hattie study (feedback effect size 0.73) The scientific basis for repetitive learning Ebbinghaus forgetting curve One-time learning: low retention 4 repetitions: 70% or more long-term memory formation Spaced repetition is key John Hattie effect size study Practice: 0.79 Spaced repetitions: 0.71 Feedback: 0.73 Lecture: -0.26 (negative effect) Four learning mechanisms Repetition : Performing the same activity multiple times Retrieval Practice : Retrieving Information from Memory Reciprocal teaching : students teaching students Recursion : Applying learned patterns to new situations

Highlights 00:01 Discovering and Introducing Snorkl 00:12 I discovered Snorkl through the Edge of Protocols community's Facebook page, and the constant mention of the tool piqued my interest. 00:51 I visited the Snorkl website, signed up for a demo, and was so excited that I made it to the demo at 3:30 PM on a Friday, despite my busy schedule as a teacher. 01:17 After seeing Mon'nique's Snorkl math prompt demo, I was immediately hooked and started using Snorkl the following week. 01:41 I was so passionate about Snorkl that I demonstrated it to my colleagues, and many of them became Snorkl fans and upgraded to the premium plan. 02:06 Presenter Introduction and Purpose of Using Snorkl 02:26 Hannah Gurmankin is a special education teacher in New Jersey with 20 years of experience. She primarily uses Snorkl with students with reading disabilities, ADHD, processing disabilities, and learning disabilities. 03:24 Snorkl is one of the best educational technology applications I've used because of its value, reliability, and versatility. 03:50 I share ways to help students believe in themselves, using tools that empower them, not magic. Snorkl is a key tool in this effort. 05:01 The Positive Impact of Snorkl on Students 05:17 When we ask students what they think about using new tools, they report that Snorkl makes them feel smarter, more productive, happier, and safer. 06:31 The student's response, "I feel safe because Snorkl never gives up on me," is particularly meaningful. Special education students face challenges every day, but Snorkl provides confidence and a sense of security through consistent positive feedback. 07:35 Unlike teachers, Snorkl is emotionless, so he consistently provides constructive feedback no matter how many times a student tries, encouraging them to take risks and learn. 08:25 Introduction and initial usage of Snorkl 08:29 In special education, the way tools are introduced is important, and we used a hybrid modeling approach where children input directly and the teacher types, records, and submits. Using the 9:00 Snowman Build prompt as an example, we demonstrated how students could independently read or listen while the teacher typed in the instructions and checked their scores and feedback. 10:13 Snorkl emphasizes the accessibility of feedback, allowing you to hear the feedback aloud by clicking the speaker icon or understand it through picture clues. 11:17 Early days with Snorkl and results 11:30 During the first week, we had a Snorkl challenge every day, always with an easy option as the 'Getting Started' activity. 11:51 Initially, we kept the difficulty level low to help students learn how to use Snorkl and the procedures, and to get them excited. 12:17 At the end of the week, students cheered when it was time for Snorkl, signaling that they could move on to curriculum-based assignments. 13:33 One student noticed and praised Snorkl for using transition words, demonstrating that Snorkl is working effectively. 14:50 Standard Procedures for Using Snorkl and Its Educational Use 14:50 Students always followed the following procedure: write a script, record their response and speak clearly, listen to the recording and check that they did their best, read and apply feedback, and then resubmit after applying the feedback on the whiteboard. 16:44 In special education classrooms, Snorkl feedback can be used to create teaching opportunities for students, helping them understand the importance of evidence and the difference between facts and opinions. 19:48 Snorkl offers a diverse library of assignments, and teachers can modify and adapt the questions to suit their students' needs. 20:56 This example demonstrates the effectiveness of feedback-based education, with a student resubmitting a BTS-related claim that was initially incorrect, with a full 4 points after receiving feedback. 21:48 Snorkl's Additional Features: Insights and Progress Monitoring 21:48 Snorkl's "Insights" tab helps teachers identify common student misconceptions or areas where support is needed, allowing them to spot and adjust instructional moments. 23:07 The Insights screen shows students correctly identifying 1/4 and any misconceptions, such as partial confusion or shape-based errors. 24:35 Snorkl provides the ability to monitor students' progress through their grades, which is useful for teachers to identify areas where they should focus. 25:12 Wrap-up and Contact Information 25:12 Snorkl offers many tools to empower special education teachers and students, and for more information or questions, please contact us by email ( missgeswag@gmail.com ) or scan the QR code. Summary of Key Content • About the presenter : Hannah Gurmankin, a special education teacher with 20 years of experience in New Jersey • Applicable to : Resource classrooms for students with dyslexia, ADHD, processing disorders, and learning disabilities • Student response : "I feel safe because Snorkl never gives up." • Core values : emotional support, autonomy, individualized feedback • Accessibility features : Voice reading, visual feedback, and picture clues • Teaching method : Growth through gradual introduction, script writing, and repeated submissions • Leverage data : Identify misconceptions and monitor progress with the Insights tab. A Complete Guide to Using Snorkl in Special Education Why Snorkl is Special for Special Education Students We know that special education students will face challenges and difficulties every day when they come to school. They need more than just a learning tool; they need an emotional safety net. Unlike human teachers, Snorkl lacks emotions, so it provides the same positive feedback and constructive guidance even on the eighth or ninth attempt. As one fourth-grade student put it, "I feel safe because Snorkl never gives up," demonstrating the true value of this tool. These eight words perfectly capture Snorkl's central role in special education. Students' honest reactions "I feel smarter." Because I always get positive feedback "I'm growing" At first it was 1-2 points, but now it's at least 3 points. "I'm happy" Because you can work alone and get the right answer "It's safe" Because Snorkl never gives up Effective Snorkl Adoption Strategies Step 1: Collaborative Modeling Teacher Hannah didn't throw her students into deep waters. Instead, she used a hybrid modeling approach.

Timeline 00:00 The speaker states that he is excited to participate in Snorkl World Day and to present research and developments using Snorkl in language education. 00:55 He emphasizes that Snorkl is an excellent tool for learning world languages, especially speaking, noting that speaking is the area where students have the most difficulty. 01:41 Snorkl explains that it is a great tool to reduce the learning burden. 02:03 Past language learning experiences and teacher challenges 02:03 I recall my experience as a high school Spanish student, recording myself in the language lab and having my teacher listen to me every word. 02:54 As a teacher, she says the most difficult part is getting students to speak and produce their own work, and that assessing speaking takes up too much time. 03:34 Snorkl's Benefits and Features 03:34 Snorkl provides regular speaking integration and feedback, helping students engage with their learning and understand meaning beyond just grades, he explains. 04:08 Snorkl's core benefits for both students and teachers include efficiency, student engagement, and growth. 04:42 Explains how Snorkl supports foreign language learning, offers teachers time-saving benefits, and promotes a growth mindset. 05:17 He mentions that Snorkl's excellent library is applicable to a wide range of skill levels and languages and is constantly expanding. 06:31 He explains that Snorkl can be used for both formative and summative assessments, helping students hear their own voices and re-do assignments without pressure. 06:53 Mentions Snorkl's various options, including a whiteboard, audio capabilities, and new writing features. 07:24 Snorkl covers reading, writing, and speaking skills, and says it doesn't have a listening feature, but is working on it. 07:47 He highlights Snorkl's ability to help you adjust your vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation with immediate feedback, explaining that it detects the pronunciation of both native and non-native speakers and provides personalized feedback. 08:51 He notes that Snorkl's scoring system (1-4) encourages students to focus on improvement rather than perfection, and that even a 3 is considered good work. 09:49 Communication is more important than perfection, and Snorkl emphasizes that it makes speaking more comfortable and fosters a reflective and growth mindset. 12:05 Snorkl Activity Examples and Usage 12:05 Students noted that Snorkl's authenticity, creativity, and versatility were highly valued. 12:33 Provides examples of various activities, including spelling words, introducing yourself (voice message to pen pal), describing a picture, packing a suitcase (describe clothing), and making phone calls with friends. 14:39 It is noted that Snorkl can be used for activities of various levels, from beginner to advanced (Spanish 3, 4). Explain that weekly speaking activities like "What did you do this weekend?" can help students take responsibility for their speaking. 16:00 Suggested in-depth activities include creating a story based on a picture, creating a travel guidebook with audio commentary, responding to an article comparing cultural practices, and creating a news report. 18:40 He emphasizes the importance of the audio-only feature, explaining that it helps students generate their own responses instead of relying on a translator. 20:43 Share examples of descriptive activities using the past tense, such as, "What were you like when you were a child?" 21:55 Snorkl is said to be excellent at accurately identifying incorrect grammar, vocabulary usage, fluency, and other issues, and providing insightful feedback. 27:08 He also notes that new writing prompts allow for activities that ask students to write about cultural practices or explain grammar topics. 28:03 Snorkl AI Tools and Future Prospects 28:03 Snorkl explains that it uses special AI tools for world language and reading fluency, carefully analyzing audio files to provide pronunciation and intonation feedback. 28:40 We expect that the quality of Snorkl's feedback will continue to improve as AI technology continues to advance. LiveWiki, the key content on YouTube in 10 seconds! https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/livewiki-%EC%9C%A0%ED%8A%9C%EB%B8%8C-%ED%95%B5%EC%8B%AC-%EC%9A%94%EC%95%BD/gaaicdedebppdnadcdddckdmccfejjli?hl=ko Summary of Key Content • About the presenter : Rachel Condon, a high school Spanish teacher with 17 years of experience • Snorkl's core value : A tool that effectively supports the most difficult speaking part in world language learning. • Key benefits : Efficiency for both teachers and students, increased student engagement, and fostering a growth mindset • Feedback system : Provides immediate and accurate AI feedback on pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar. • Examples of various activities : Tailored activities for each level, from basic word spelling to news reports • Student response : From initial resistance to gradual acceptance and recognition of value. • Evaluation method : Growth-oriented evaluation on a 1-4 point scale, emphasizing communication skills over perfection. A Guide to Using Snorkl in World Language Education Why is Snorkl so special for world language education? Speaking is the most challenging aspect of world language learning. Traditionally, teachers had to call students out into the hallways individually to assess their speaking skills, which was incredibly time-consuming. Snorkl is an innovative tool that solves this problem while simultaneously easing the burden on students. It takes years for children to learn their native language, yet classrooms often expect students to speak their new language immediately. Snorkl reduces this pressure and creates a more natural learning environment. Snorkl's core features and benefits 1. Efficiency Teachers no longer need to invest countless hours in individual speaking assessments. Students can practice and resubmit at their own pace. 2. Immediate feedback Accurate AI feedback on pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar Provides level-appropriate feedback to distinguish between native speakers and beginners. Feedback can be provided in different languages depending on the student's language background. 3. Relieve the burden Students can practice without the pressure of being in the spotlight.

Highlights 00:00 Welcome and Presenter Introduction 00:00 The presenters greet each other and express their gratitude for representing the elementary ELA through Snorkl. 01:05 Julie Warum is a longtime educator and literacy leader who currently helps develop Snorkl's early literacy lessons. 01:18 Jen Lawson is the Instructional Technology Integration Coordinator for Northville Public Schools and previously taught middle school math. 01:39 The Challenges of Assessing Reading Fluency and Snorkl's Solution 01:39 Julie explains that it's challenging to listen to so many students read and provide feedback every day. 02:10 Snorkl uses AI-generated feedback to listen to and assess every student's reading in 30 minutes instead of three days. 02:57 Snorkl Lesson Basics and Goals 02:57 Snorkl K2 ELA classes are based on reading science and aligned to the Common Core State Standards. 03:21 The lesson is designed in two parts to teach both phonetics and fluency, and provides differentiated instruction and grade-level feedback. 05:20 Reading Science is a teaching method that encompasses five key ideas: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. 05:49 Snorkl lessons emphasize fluency, linking decoding and comprehension, and include repeated reading and ongoing progress monitoring. 06:39 Snorkl's Student Engagement Case Study (Elliot Video) 06:39 Elliot, Julie's first-grade student, completed reading fluency exercises with Snorkl, demonstrating his motivation for using the program. 07:20 Snorkl teaches students patience and productive effort by allowing them to receive feedback and try again. 08:14 Elliot receives feedback from the AI coach, including positive comments about his clear reading, as well as corrective feedback about missing the 's' in 'makes' and adding more excitement to 'The Great Hunter.' 10:12 Snorkl Lesson Structure and Examples 10:12 Snorkl classes follow the scope and sequence of the Foundation Skills Program for each grade level (K-2) and are divided into two parts. Part 1 introduces and explicitly teaches new skills, while Part 2 provides students with opportunities to apply those skills by reading fluent, decipherable texts. 11:30 As an example from a kindergarten class, students read CVC words with short 'A' sounds (Dan the Cat) and improve using AI feedback. 16:10 The first-year class focuses on CVC words with short "ee" sounds, and the AI provides positive and corrective feedback to guide students in correcting misspelled words. 19:19 The second grade class teaches the FLSZ double consonant rule, and students deepen their understanding through activities where they teach it to others. 21:03 The Role of AI and the Importance of Teachers 21:03 AI plays an amazing role in Snorkl lessons, but it's not a replacement for teachers, it's a supporting tool. 21:18 Teachers identify student needs, select or design lessons, adjust AI feedback criteria, monitor student progress, and analyze student performance data to determine next steps. 23:50 Snorkl's Insights Tools and Data Analysis 23:50 Snorkl's Insights tool quickly and efficiently organizes student responses, helping teachers make timely and informed educational decisions. 25:32 The Insights tab analyzes student performance trends and highlights student groups based on best practice answers, next steps, and error types, enabling personalized small-group instruction. 27:18 Various ELA resources in the Snorkl library 27:18 In addition to fluency, Snorkl offers lessons aligned to the Common Core Standards for grades K-12, including literacy, information, language, speaking, and listening. 27:26 As an example of a kindergarten language arts lesson, there's an activity where students record themselves asking questions to an alien using question phrases like "who, what, where, when, why, and how." 28:46 Snorkl's Practical Applications and Wide-Range Impact 28:46 Julie shares her experience using Snorkl with her first-graders, highlighting that 22 first-graders can participate in Snorkl activities at the same time. 29:25 Snorkl is a powerful tool that can support reading activities across a wide range of grades and subjects, from kindergarten through high school chemistry to AP-style atoms. LiveWiki, the key content on YouTube in 10 seconds! https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/livewiki-%EC%9C%A0%ED%8A%9C%EB%B8%8C-%ED%95%B5%EC%8B%AC-%EC%9A%94%EC%95%BD/gaaicdedebppdnadcdddckdmccfejjli?hl=ko 📊 Summary of Key Results Educator Background : Julie Warum (literacy specialist, first-grade teacher); Jen Lawson (25 years as a middle school math teacher, current instructional technology coordinator) Applicable to : ELA classes for kindergarten through 2nd grade Revolutionary Change : 27 Students' Reading Assessments Reduced from 3 Days to 30 Minutes Core Philosophy : Systematic education based on the Science of Reading 🎯 Troubleshooting: The Timing Issue in Reading Fluency Assessment Limitations of existing methods 27 students : Individual reading assessments required daily Small group method : 2 groups of 5-6 people per day = 3 days Meaningful Feedback : Limited by Time Changes after the introduction of Snorkl "Because teachers can refine and personalize AI-generated feedback, they can suddenly listen to every student's reading, assess fluency, and provide personalized, teacher-level feedback—all in 30 minutes." 📚 Reading Science-Based Lesson Design Five Key Elements Phonemic Awareness Phonics

Timeline 00:06 Tracy Lowes celebrates World Snorkel Day, explaining how the day was created through a random Google holiday search. 00:22 He mentions that they took advantage of the official Snorkeling Day (July 30th) to create their own 'Snorkel Day'. 00:47 Introducing Snorkl in Science Class and an Introduction to Tracy Lowes 00:53 Tracy Lowes, a teacher from Northville, Michigan, has 25 years of experience teaching chemistry, biology, and Advanced Placement (AP) courses. 01:38 She focuses on making science fun, engaging, and relevant, and emphasizes the importance of building relationships with students, even in the age of technology and AI. 01:59 He mentions the importance of developing critical thinking and scientific literacy, explaining that Snorkl is a great help in distinguishing truth from lies in an age of information overload. 02:24 Snorkl says it helps teachers improve their work-life balance and streamlines the delivery of meaningful feedback and activities to students. 02:59 Introducing the Snorkl Chemistry Library and Problem Types 03:06 Snorkl explains that it has a library of problems covering the entire high school chemistry curriculum, organized by learner level and topic. 03:44 It mentions that it provides various types of problems tailored to two levels of chemistry subjects: advanced chemistry and general chemistry. 04:18 It is emphasized that it includes contents that are on the borderline of AP chemistry, such as kinetics, equilibrium, oxidation-reduction, electrochemistry, and thermochemistry. 04:40 Using Snorkl in the Classroom: Formative Assessment and Feedback 04:51 He explains that he works in a school district that supports teacher capacity and AI and uses Snorkl as a formative assessment tool. 05:07 Demonstrates that you can load problems from the Snorkl library, edit them, and add them to your class. 06:14 A key strength of Snorkl, he emphasizes, is that it forces students to verbalize and explain their thinking processes, which contributes to a higher level of cognitive development. 06:41 He says what makes Snorkl such a powerful tool isn't the scores themselves, but the very act of students explaining them. 06:58 Explain that it encourages self-directed learning by allowing students to try multiple times until they reach their target score. 07:31 Another strength of Snorkl is its personalized feedback, which allows teachers to track and analyze students' response processes. 08:16 Students say they can solve problems and explain their thinking processes in a variety of ways, including using a whiteboard, voice, and paper. 08:41 He emphasizes that AI feedback is very detailed and powerful, helping students understand and improve their mistakes. 09:40 He adds that the power of individual feedback allows students to internalize information, adapt, and learn. 09:49 Final Exam Preparation and Study Insights Using Snorkl 10:04 He explains that when preparing for the final exam, Snorkl activities were provided as optional assignments, allowing students to choose the type of problem they wanted to practice. 10:31 Students mentioned that Snorkl was very helpful in helping them practice what they had previously learned before the final exam. 10:54 He says Snorkl helped him improve his final exam scores compared to last year, and he thinks it worked. 11:20 He emphasizes that Snorkl's insights and trend analysis capabilities allow you to understand your students' understanding, identify areas where they are particularly struggling, and adjust your teaching methods accordingly. 12:21 Snorkl Introduction Recommendations and Summary of Benefits 12:45 I advise you not to hesitate to adopt Snorkl, as it is an influential and efficient tool. 12:52 He explains that it prevents academic cheating because students have to explain, and that AI feedback helps students learn more deeply. 13:19 Snorkl says the activity is very effective both in class time and teacher time. 13:29 He adds that using Snorkl instead of traditional homework allows students to use their time more flexibly and with less stress. 14:27 Snorkl can be applied to any subject, and is said to be useful for experimental activities and conclusions. 15:00 He mentioned that he plans to utilize the CER (Claim, Evidence, Inference) function in the future in conjunction with current affairs in the scientific field. 15:29 Q&A: Share your Snorkl experience and provide feedback for improvements. 16:00 Recalling his first encounter with Snorkl, he says he initially expressed concern that students would be given lower grades due to the lack of explanation. As I became more familiar with the platform, I learned how to clearly articulate my intentions to the AI and that I could edit the AI feedback. 17:23 He mentions AI recognition issues due to subtle differences in chemical terminology, and says that the platform becomes more seamless as users become more familiar with it. 18:32 He emphasizes that Snorkl's feedback features have been significantly improved over the past school year, with stronger visual, descriptive, and conceptual feedback. 18:53 Regarding the common problem of teachers not yet understanding that Snorkl requires explanations, he says this helps raise expectations for student outcomes. 19:40 Snorkl's Efficiency and Collaboration Features 19:47 Snorkl says it replaces or supplements existing curricula, reducing the burden of cumbersome tasks. 20:06 Snorkl explains that it provides automatic grading, eliminating the need for teachers to manually grade, and that it makes it easy to export and edit scores. 20:28 He emphasizes that teachers can share Snorkl activities with each other, creating a shared library of activities across schools or districts. 20:56 This feature offers significant advantages in creating shared curricula and common assessment content, and enables efficient collaboration across large organizations, he says. 21:29 Further discussion on CER features and student data tracking 21:42 He expressed his excitement for the CER (Claim, Evidence, Inference) feature, saying that he is building at least one for each unit and that it will take time, but it is a powerful feature. 22:17 Students note that CER helps them analyze texts and use their content knowledge to think critically. 22:30 Explains how CER integrates real-world topics like ocean acidification, climate change, and smartphones to increase relevance for students. 23:01 Regarding tracking student data, he explains that the Snorkl dashboard provides a snapshot of student progress over time, and that you can click on the score for each activity to see individual responses. 24:52 He adds that the Snorkl library provides standards-based search capabilities and that they are working to provide teachers with more powerful and accessible student progress data in the future. 25:23 Closing remarks and audience thanks 25:34 Tracy says Snorkl is a great platform that she has a lot of faith in, and she hopes it's helpful to everyone. 25:41 John thanks the audience for their participation throughout the day and is delighted with the positive response. 26:29 Thank you Tracy and tell her to finish World Snorkel Day off on a high note. 📊 Summary of Key Results Educator Background : 25 years of experience, 9 campuses, specializing in chemistry, biology, and physics Applicable subjects : High school chemistry (general chemistry, advanced chemistry, AP chemistry level) Core Philosophy : "If you can explain it, you really know it." Measurable outcomes : increased final exam scores, implementation of an optional review system. 🎯 Why Snorkl was chosen for science education Aligned with educational goals Critical Thinking : The Ability to Distinguish Truth from Falsehood in an Age of Information Overload Scientific Literacy : Developing Consumers Who Can Accurately Judge Technical Information Relationship-Centered Education : Trust Between Teachers and Students Remains Unchanged in the AI Era Lowes' core philosophy "If children can explain their thinking, that's a whole other level of cognitive processing. If they can explain it well enough to get a 3 or 4, it means they really know what they're talking about." 📚 How to use it specifically 1. Use as a formative assessment tool Nucleus decay type problem : Fill in the empty particles Identifying the type of collapse Key : Students verbalize their thought processes

Timeline 00:00 Introducing Jamie Sherry and sharing his experience using Snorkl 00:00 Thanks to Jamie Sherry for sharing her experience using Snorkl in social studies and for contributing to the library's content creation. 00:20 Jamie was a high school history teacher for 13 years, is currently in his fourth year as a social studies K-12 instructional leader, supporting a team of about 20 social studies teachers, and is an AI enthusiast. 00:46 My current favorite AI platform is Snorkl, and I'll explain why I like Snorkl in social studies. 00:57 Key Benefits of Snorkl in Supporting Social Studies Lessons 00:57 There are many ways Snorkl supports social studies learning, and it's great that existing activities are aligned with social studies standards and topics. 01:12 It's great that you can contribute to the library, making it easy to find existing activities and add them to your classes. 01:38 The ability to assess and track students' historical thinking skills (analysis, argument, comparison, contrast) 02:16 Snorkl's feedback feature is quick and meaningful, and encourages a growth mindset, encouraging students to receive feedback and improve. 02:43 Snorkl website features and activities demonstration 02:43 I'm going to use the Snorkl website to show you three reasons why I like it. 02:50 Demonstrates that you can find social studies activities through existing libraries on the Snorkl homepage. 03:23 Demonstrate perspective-taking and historical thinking skills through the Lusitania incident during World War I in American history. 04:51 Demonstrates how to use current events comics to assess students' comic analysis and argumentation skills, and highlights the advantages of Snorkl compared to paper assignments. 06:26 Demonstrates how to assess historical thinking skills through table and chart analysis, and explains how to gain deeper insights into student learning by leveraging SAT and AP-style multiple-choice questions, open-ended questions, and student voice recording capabilities. 07:59 Create personalized activities and AI feedback 07:59 Demonstrates how easy it is to create activities to evaluate content or skills not found in the library. 08:07 Demonstrates activity creation using whiteboard recording on the topic of the Estates-General of the French Revolution, emphasizing that students can respond using a mix of voice and writing/drawing, which is particularly useful for students who struggle with writing. 09:24 Provide examples of activities that combine images and questions to develop students' inquiry and predictive skills. 10:46 Snorkl's AI-powered assignment generation is more engaging for students than paper assignments, and provides teachers with quick data on students' technical skills and understanding of fundamental learning. 11:17 After entering a question, you can add voice guidance by completing the edit. The AI feedback is accurate and detailed, providing better feedback to students. 12:32 It's important to maintain a human touch by directly checking the feedback students receive when creating activities. 13:10 Practical Applications and Effects of Snorkl's Feedback Function 13:10 Mentioning the difficulty of providing feedback in social studies, Snorkl enables rapid feedback through students' thoughts and mini-tasks. 13:56 Demonstrate feedback that helps students understand their abilities and determine the direction of their lessons through examples of how all eight students fell into the excellent/excellent category in the task of selecting the most appropriate quote. 15:14 Demonstrating Individual Student Feedback: Snorkl always starts positively, fosters a growth mindset, and supports the learning of all students by providing in-depth questions that expand the thinking of even the most advanced students. 16:33 Demonstrate the effectiveness of feedback in quickly identifying students who need instructional restructuring or intervention, using the case of the 3Rs Understanding Assessment Exit Ticket from the Great Depression. 17:40 Teachers can add their own feedback alongside AI feedback, maintaining a human element and providing personalized support for each student. 18:39 Q&A and Conclusion 18:39 Thank you for your presentation and for emphasizing that Snorkl is effective in understanding students' thoughts and providing feedback. 19:18 Snorkl is primarily used in middle and high schools, but it is expected to expand to elementary schools as a positive change in AI interaction methods. 20:10 Regarding concerns about applying AI to young students, Snorkl is designed to consider students' thoughts first and provide AI feedback later, so as not to undermine students' opportunities to think. 20:44 One of Snorkl's strengths is that it can prevent AI from causing hallucinations or students from going astray. 21:03 Audience mentions Snorkl usage cases and appreciation 21:27 Snorkl T-shirt giveaway event in progress (choose numbers 7, 16, or 4) 📊 Summary of Key Results Educator Background : 13 years as a high school history teacher, currently in her fourth year as a K-12 social studies education leader. Scope of support : Coaching and collaborative class implementation for 20 social studies teachers Applicable to : Middle and high schools (planned to expand to elementary schools) Key Achievement : Establishing a System for Assessing Historical Thinking and Immediate Feedback 🎯 3 Reasons Why I Chose Snorkl in Social Studies 1. Existing activities are aligned with the curriculum standards. Library Utilization : Pre-made social studies activities are organized to fit the curriculum. Effective Lesson Preparation : Completed Activities Ready to Add to Unit Plans A wide range of topics : from middle school world history to high school American history. 2. Historical thinking ability can be assessed "Social studies goes beyond simply memorizing facts and dates; it assesses students' ability to analyze, argue, compare and contrast, and think like historians." 3. Immediate and meaningful feedback Growth Mindset : Encourage students to accept and resubmit feedback. Time efficiency : 30 students x 5 periods = 150 assignments can be reviewed quickly. 📚 Specific use cases Perspective Analysis Activity: The Lusitania Incident

📊 Summary of Key Results Eligibility : San Antonio 4th grade students (expandable to 2nd grade) Educator Background : 18 years of experience, 6 years as an IT professional, Northeast ISD Core Project : "What Laws Would You Create if You Were President?" Writing Assignment New tool : Snorkl-specific writing tool, released in summer 2024 🎯 Problem Spotted: Problems with Student-to-Student Feedback Specific issues observed by Jessica Winston: Examples of ineffective feedback from students Destructive Reaction : "My parents don't agree because I don't pay rent." Unhelpful advice : "Write more", "Add more" Physical response : Students express frustration by slumping their shoulders. "Fourth graders had no idea how to give constructive feedback on each other's writing." ✍️ 3 Steps to Using Snorkl in Your Writing Process Step 1: First Review (after the draft is completed) Exact timing : After brainstorming and drafting is complete Focus Area : Feedback on specific parts only (introduction, conclusion, etc.) Winston's method : "Teachers only instruct AI on the specific parts they want." Step 2: Revision and Editing Process Blue pen : Improve content (read aloud, strengthen word choice) Red pen : Grammar corrections (capitalization, punctuation, spelling)

Timeline 00:00 Welcome and introduction to using Snorkl 00:11 Snorkl's contribution to improving math, science, and language skills in fourth and fifth graders is mentioned. 00:33 Emphasizes that Snorkl is a tool that helps students find their voice and recognize the value of their ideas. 01:29 Presenter Marcela Gomez's introduction and teaching philosophy 01:29 Marcela Gomez is a math and science teacher who focuses on helping students use their voices to solve problems. 01:49 She reveals that she is an ELL from Colombia, a STEM teacher and advocate, and a visiting international teacher in Houston. 02:18 Students' Backgrounds and Teaching Approaches 02:29 Explain that most students are of Hispanic heritage, but there are also students from the Middle East and South Asia. 03:12 He emphasized that the school model needs to change to one that encourages students to 'use their voices', as students tend to be afraid to speak up. 03:43 Focus on measuring student voice through TELPAS and STAR tests. 04:48 Explain that if students can't confidently communicate their thoughts in the language they're learning, it's difficult for them to succeed. 05:27 As a math and science teacher and ELL, I strive to teach language in context and show students that they can succeed. 05:49 Snorkl Introduction and Early Success Strategies 05:49 Snorkl noted that he was trustworthy in providing effective feedback and similar feedback to teachers. 06:44 Suggests specific ways to utilize the class, including writing scripts using Snorkl, recording 1-2 minutes, and conducting activities for 45 minutes twice a week. 07:15 Set training time considering the TELPAS speaking test time limit. 07:56 Encourage verbal expression practice by posing questions in a way that helps visually impaired classmates explain problems. 08:25 Set classroom expectations to hold students accountable for their script writing and recording process. 08:44 Emphasize that students are encouraged to address script issues and provide feedback to their classmates before recording. 09:12 Script writing steps: Read the question aloud, explain the plan, demonstrate the task, and answer the question. 10:08 Feedback and effectiveness from students using Snorkl 10:23 Play a video of students sharing their experiences using Snorkl. 10:46 Students positively evaluated Snorkl's AI feedback for improvement and vocabulary tips. 11:39 Students reported that Snorkl helped them learn, allowed them to re-do problems, and gave them confidence. 11:53 Students experience improved reasoning skills by applying Snorkl strategies to STAR test preparation. 12:29 A student who lacked confidence gained confidence through Snorkl, and a female student who was afraid to speak gained experience of success through a Snorkl assignment. 13:28 Data-Driven Results and Strategy Improvements Using Snorkl 13:44 Presentation of correlation analysis results between midterm and STAR exam results and Snorkl practice. 14:49 Snorkl noted that students who received a 'strong' rating performed better on TELPAS and STAR tests. 15:23 Second attempt, changing the frequency and intensity to shorter workouts, 4 times a week. 15:49 Reading Teachers join as educational partners to expand Snorkl's reach. 16:15 Expand your English language use with a variety of formats, including strip diagrams, comparison charts, and ECR (claim, evidence, reasoning) using the Snorkl whiteboard. 17:08 The gap between the midterm and the original exam has narrowed, showing that the number of students who have mastered the material has increased. 18:27 Highlights increased 'Satisfactory' and 'Master' rates in TELPAS, STAR Math, and STAR Science. 18:53 Graph showing the correlation between Snorkl and TELPAS, STAR Math, and STAR Science scores over two years. 20:33 Snorkl Utilization Plans and Q&A for the New School Year 20:39 I plan to set expectations and develop students' self-directed learning habits through 15-minute Snorkl activities every morning for the new school year. 21:16 Students prepare scripts, record them, review feedback, and revise them three times a day. 22:42 Sharing tips for students who are new to Snorkl or are hesitant to learn, without forcing them, and encouraging them to feel comfortable participating by testing the tools together. 25:49 For students who struggle with writing, pair them with a student who is good at speaking and help them write a script together. 26:48 The teacher demonstrates using Snorkl first, showing his script and recording. 27:37 Assign activities to help fourth graders become familiar with Snorkl so they can better utilize the tool in fifth grade. 28:08 Engage students in fun ways, like the "Getting Started" activity in the Snorkl library. 📊 Summary of Key Results Learner Background : Houston Hispanic 4th-5th grade English Language Learner (ELL) Period of Use : Continuous use for 2 years (2023-2025) Key Achievements : Increased TELPAS pass rates, improved STAAR math and science achievement. Core Strategy : 4-Step Process: Script → Record → Review → Iterate 🎯 Problem Recognition: Finding Your Voice The reality Marcela Gomez (a Colombian mechanical engineer turned teacher) encountered in Houston: "The children were eager to learn, but afraid to speak up. They were passive learners who simply received instructions." Core Philosophy : "You have a voice, so use it." 📝 Step 1: Script it Out Basic Structure (4 Steps) Read the question aloud Explain the plan Show the solution process Final Answer Mr. Gomez's Guide "Solve the problem in a notebook first to make sure the solution is clear." "You need to understand it enough to be able to explain it step by step." 🎙️ Step 2: Record (1-2 minutes)

A new approach to student-centered learning The most important thing in the classroom is the voice of the students. However, traditional teaching methods make it difficult to hear the thoughts of quiet students, and it is difficult for all students to fully express their learning process. Snorkl is a digital platform that addresses these issues, allowing students to express their thoughts in various ways and improving their learning through AI feedback. Snorkl's core features and educational benefits Unlimited digital canvas While traditional classroom whiteboards are limited by space, Snorkl offers an unlimited canvas. Students have the freedom to explore their thinking processes and explore without fear of making mistakes. Support for various expression methods Students can respond in a variety of ways, including whiteboard recording, voice recording, and text writing, tailored to their preferred learning style. This allows every student to participate in learning in their own way. Designed for Accessibility and Inclusion Easy approach Students can participate in guest mode without creating a separate account, making it easy for anyone from kindergarten to middle school to use. Teachers simply share a link, and students can immediately join the activity by entering their names. Accessibility Tools for All Students Features like voice-to-speech, audio comments, and text-to-speech support the diverse learning styles of all students, including those with special needs. Students who process information differently can learn in a way that suits them. Individualized learning through AI feedback Teacher-led, personalized feedback While AI automatically generates feedback settings, teachers can edit them in real time to tailor them to lesson objectives and student needs. This combines the expertise of teachers with the efficiency of AI. Opportunities for repeated learning and improvement Students are allowed to try multiple times, receive feedback, and improve, allowing true learning to occur. Perfection isn't required on the first try, and learning through failure occurs naturally. Collaborative learning and interaction Content-centered learning through anonymity Students can view each other's work, but the authors' names are not displayed, allowing them to focus purely on the content without being influenced by peer relationships. Even quiet students are given the opportunity to voice their opinions. Sharing diverse perspectives All students' work is shared, allowing them to learn from each other's different approaches and solutions. This promotes the sharing of ideas and mutual learning that is the essence of collaborative learning. Utilization strategies by subject Application in mathematics education You can use digital tools like shapes or document step-by-step problem-solving processes using real-world data. Visualizing and sharing students' mathematical thinking processes helps them understand concepts. Scientific inquiry activities After the experiment, you can record your reflective thoughts and systematically organize your observations and learnings. Using the pause function, you can organize your thoughts and explain them step by step. Social Studies Project Exploring historical figures and events can be expressed in a variety of ways. Creating fictional scenarios can foster critical thinking skills, while evidence-gathering activities can develop analytical thinking.

On Wednesday, July 30th in the US and Thursday, July 31st in Korea , the much-anticipated World Snorkl Day is back! Join 14 amazing educators in 11 sessions to show you how fun Snorkl can be in your classroom. 🎯 Today's Sessions 🗣️ Let Student Voices Flow! (1:00 AM KST | 9:00 PT | 12:00 ET) Joe & Kirstin Merrill, teachers of @TheMerrillsEDU, are experts in integrating elementary education and edtech to help you better hear your students' voices. 🌍 Snorkl for ELLs (1:30 AM KST | 9:30 PT | 12:30 ET) Discover special lesson ideas for students learning English with Ms. Marcela Gómez, a Master of Linguistics and expert in Spanish and ELL education. ✍️ Student Writing + Snorkl (2:00 AM KST | 10:00 PT | 1:00 ET) Jessica Winston reveals her secrets to making writing classes more fun. She is a PhD in rhetoric and a college professor who leads student-centered instruction. 🏛️ Snorkl in Social Studies (2:30 AM KST | 10:30 PT | 1:30 ET) Find out how social studies time can be an adventure with Ms. Jamie Sherry, Social Studies Curriculum Leader at Mask High School. 🔬 Snorkl in Science Class (3:00 AM KST | 11:00 PT | 2:00 ET) Teacher Traci Lowes shows you how to make science experiments more exciting. She has been teaching science for 17 years since graduating from Texas A&M. 📚 Elementary ELA (3:30 AM KST | 11:30 PT | 2:30 ET) Teacher duo Jen Lawson & Julie Warum bring a new level of fun to elementary language arts classes. 🎓 EduProtocols + Snorkl (4:00 AM KST | 12:00 PT | 3:00 ET) Jon Corippo & Kim Voge reveal the amazing combination of EduProtocols and Snorkl. A special time with the founders of EduProtocols! 🌟 Snorkl + SPED (5:00 AM KST | PT 1:00 | ET 4:00) Hear a heartwarming story from teacher Hannah Gurmankin about using Snorkl in special education. 🗺️ Snorkl for World Languages (5:30 AM KST | 1:30 PT | 4:30 ET) Teacher Rachel Condon shares her tips for making foreign language classes more vivid. 🔢 Snorkl in Math Class (6:00 AM KST | 2:00 PT | 5:00 ET) Experience how fun math can be with teacher Megan Mitchell. 🎉 Close Out: Supporting All Learners (6:30 AM KST | 2:30 PT | 5:30 ET) Eric Curts wraps up the day with a heartwarming end-of-the-day message for all learners. He's an edtech leader known for his blog "Control Alt Achieve." 🌙 What if it's burdensome because it's dawn? Don't worry if you miss the live broadcast! All sessions will be available to watch later on YouTube. But... how about watching the live and taking a day off on July 31st? 😉 It would be a shame to miss the excitement of the live ! If you want to participate in real time, try using the real-time subtitle translation function of Chrome browser . You can see the English presentation translated into Korean in real time! You can join us for just one session or stay with us for the whole day! See how Snorkl works its magic in subjects ranging from high school chemistry to elementary language arts. 🔗 Join us : https://streamyard.com/watch/abrdpKv9yRZr

In this article, you will learn about the core features of Snorkl AI's new writing tool and how to use it in the classroom. In particular, you will see how it improves students' writing skills and teachers' feedback efficiency. Summary of Key Content Expanding from traditional whiteboard functionality to a professional writing tool Introducing AI-based personalized feedback system Upload and manage teacher materials features Track student writing progress and monitor progress Ensuring learning integrity with paste detection A revolutionary change in Snorkl AI writing tool First and foremost, Snorkl has evolved from a simple whiteboard tool to a professional writing education platform . Over the past year, I’ve seen many teachers go from having their students write short answers on a whiteboard to now being able to focus on longer pieces and more structured writing skills . 🔍 Powerful settings for teachers When teachers create activities, they now have three options to choose from: Whiteboard recording Use only whiteboard Writing Activities (New Feature) One particularly interesting feature is the upload feature , which allows teachers to add reading materials or other resources as a base document for students to reference in their writing. It’s almost like implementing an actual thesis writing environment in the classroom. A complete transformation of the student experience 📊 Intuitive interface configuration The screen that students see is very systematically organized: Left area : Prompt confirmation and voice reading function Various materials uploaded by teachers

Summary of Key Content • Snorkel is an AI tool that can be used across all grades and subjects in K-12 educational environments. • Used by 73% of teachers in the Northville School District (47% elementary, 30% middle, and 23% high school) • Students can explain their thinking processes and receive immediate feedback • Used in a variety of subjects (reading, math, Spanish, physics, etc.) from 1st grade to high school • Teachers can provide personalized feedback to every student in a short period of time • Promote a growth mindset: Provide students with opportunities to correct mistakes and try multiple times Background on the introduction of snorkel Since launching ChatGPT, the Northville School District has been looking for ways to responsibly use AI in education. After reviewing about 10 different tools, Snorkel emerged as the most effective. Its ease of use is particularly notable, with first graders using it effectively to improve reading scores and fluency. For math students, it has allowed them to explain their thinking and demonstrate understanding, rather than simply get the answer. In high school, it is used almost daily in Spanish, physics, and chemistry classes. Examples of use in various subjects 1st grade reading class In Julie’s first grade class, students read passages from a book and receive feedback on their fluency. Snorkel recognizes the student’s voice and provides feedback in a natural voice. Students can listen to the feedback and try again to improve. The teacher can see the anonymized student responses and see which students need help in which areas with the “Insights” button. This allows the teacher to provide personalized feedback to all students in just 20 minutes. Math class In math classes, Snorkel is used to ensure that students are not just following the process, but have a true understanding. Students solve a problem on the screen and receive immediate feedback. With a click of a button, they can see where their mistakes were made, and the feedback begins with positive content. After the first response, they receive feedback and students can explain and correct their mistakes. The Insights feature allows teachers to target instruction by identifying specific problems (incorrect subtractions, incomplete explanations, lack of understanding of percentages, etc.) and also provides feedback when the correct answer is correct but the explanation is insufficient, encouraging students to explain their thinking process more clearly. Spanish lessons In Spanish activities, students respond in Spanish and receive feedback in English. Feedback points out incorrect verb conjugation, incomplete responses, and misuse of vocabulary, as well as praise for good work (e.g., correct use of the past perfect tense). This allows teachers to identify which students are having difficulty acquiring the language and to differentiate instruction. Physics class In a high school physics class, Snorkel is used as an assignment. Students take pictures of their work, upload them, and add descriptions. Snorkel reads and analyzes the images and provides feedback. This allows the teacher to provide individual feedback to all 35 students. Features for teachers Snorkel allows teachers to easily create and share activities. Creating an activity takes about 5 minutes, and the system automatically suggests response criteria that match the questions. Teachers can modify these criteria or use them as is. In the Northville School District, elementary school teachers are sharing lesson materials they have created together through Google Docs. Future development plans Snorkel will be introducing folders and libraries by summer to make it easier to exchange and organize activities. It also plans to double its content library by the start of the next school year, and will add standards-based search capabilities. For English learners, features include translation into multiple languages, text and passages can be read aloud, and the ability to insert video and audio on whiteboards will be coming soon. Classroom usability It is possible to have 25 students using it in a classroom at the same time. I have seen students using it in a first grade classroom at the same time, and there have been no major issues other than the Chromebook microphone issue. Up to 35 adults have used it in one room at a time without any issues.

This spring, Snorkl is releasing new features that will make teaching and learning easier and more effective. From smarter AI to more content and more convenient organizing features, here’s what’s coming soon: More learning materials, searchable by criteria New education partnerships mean more content for all grade levels, plus criteria-based search so you can find exactly what you need. Smarter AI Help Discover better image recognition, more accurate language feedback, and more powerful math capabilities with Snorkl Coach 2.0 . Folder feature coming soon! Organize your course materials, share your best content, and create activity sets that fit your school or district . It’s a better way to work together. More tools to develop students' thinking From a sound-only mode for world languages and reading skills to a writing-only mode to help with writing and editing , we offer a variety of ways for students to practice and develop. Let’s develop students’ thinking skills together! Thank you for joining us in this educational innovation that puts students at the center of their thinking. If you are interested in joining Snorkl for the 2025-2026 school year, now is the best time to contact us for a school quote. Let’s create moments where students’ thoughts shine together!

Snorkel Coach is a new tool that provides students with real-time, personalized learning support. Check out students' whiteboards, understand what they're working on, and provide personalized help. We increase accessibility with multilingual support and read-aloud features, but ultimately let students explain what they understand. Snorkel Coach's Innovative Education Support System Snorkel is an educational platform that provides instant and personalized feedback to help students think more deeply, communicate actively, and articulate their ideas clearly. To further reinforce these core values of Snorkel, the newly launched Snorkel Coach provides real-time support for students when they are struggling with activities assigned by their teachers. When the teacher activates the Snorkel Coach feature, students will have access to the Coach located at the bottom right of the activity page. Here, students can ask questions and receive immediate, specific help. The best feature of Snorkel Coach is that it allows students to see their whiteboards and understand exactly what they are working on. This allows it to provide relevant help tailored to each student’s situation and lesson content. Snorkel Coach also offers translation and text-to-speech capabilities in multiple languages to enhance accessibility for all types of learners, reflecting Snorkel’s core value of ensuring that all students have equal access to rich learning content. The Snorkel team designed learning to not just end with a conversation with AI. After students finish talking to the Snorkel coach, they have to close the conversation window and press the 'record' button to synthesize and explain what they have understood. This is to ensure that students apply their thinking, problem-solving, and interpretation skills, and demonstrate their outstanding abilities in all tasks. Snorkel Coach is an innovative educational support tool that will help every student reach their full potential, opening up new educational possibilities for both teachers and students. /Friend /Nine

AI-based real-time monitoring : Automatically detecting inappropriate content in student-AI conversations Instant teacher notifications : Notify teachers immediately when a problem occurs Protecting the Learning Environment : Creating a safe and healthy digital learning space for all students Improving Teacher Work Efficiency : Reducing Teacher Monitoring Burden with Selective Notifications Data-driven prevention system : Developing long-term countermeasures through problem pattern analysis New features for a safe learning environment Snorkl Coach recently updated its ability to detect inappropriate language that may occur in conversations between students and AI. As you can see in the image, it immediately identifies problematic situations and notifies teachers with a notification saying, “Student 11: This Snorkl Coach conversation was flagged for harassment.” Support for teachers' efficient management This feature solves the problem of teachers having difficulty monitoring all conversations in real time in a digital learning environment. AI automatically detects and reports inappropriate conversations, reducing teachers’ workload and enabling efficient management. Fostering digital citizenship This feature also has an educational impact, making students aware of the importance of digital ethics and responsible online behavior. When inappropriate conversations are detected, they can be used as educational opportunities to foster students’ digital citizenship. Improving data-driven learning environments In the long term, analyzing recurring problem patterns can help schools and educational institutions develop more effective prevention policies. This data-driven approach will contribute to continuously improving the quality of learning environments. In conclusion, Snorkl Coach’s inappropriate conversation detection feature plays a vital role in creating a safe and positive learning culture, creating an environment where all students can feel comfortable and focused on their learning.

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[📢 Special Webinar Guide] 🌟 #BeAnAuthor month Book Creator (Tools for Schools) and Snorkl Special Webinar Invitation 📚 Book Creator x Snorkl Collaboration "Preparing for a Student-Led Conference" 🔍 Introducing the two platforms ▪️ Snorkl Instant learning feedback with AI-based voice interaction Express your ideas freely with a digital whiteboard Providing a global learning environment with support for over 40 languages ▪️ Book Creator A multimedia-rich digital book creation platform Colorful expressions with photos, music, voice, and video The joy of creating together through real-time collaboration 📋 Webinar Content Create your own study record with Book Creator Organize your learning journey and set goals with Snorkl Real-world examples of student-led conferences using two tools Practical ideas you can apply right away in your classes 👥 Host David Hotler (Book Creator Community Manager) Jon & Jeff (Snorkl co-founders) 📅 Progress date US Eastern: 12:00 p.m. EDT, April 10, 2025