Web 2.0: A Practical Application

           Zooburst is a tool can be used specifically to help students with disabilities improve their reading skills.  Not only is it fun and interactive, but it can be helpful to have visual cues.  The great thing about this tool is that it can be adjusted for any ability and any reading level.  The free version limits you to 10-page books, but a lot can be done with 10 pages.  Plus, the amount of content per page can easily be adjusted.  Since this is a customizable tool, teachers of all settings can use it.  If you are teaching in an inclusive setting, this tool can be modified to suit any ability level as well as any goals your student is currently working on.  If you are teaching in a general education classroom, there is still a need for differentiation.  This can easily be done through the requirements you give your students. 

            Finally, I think the greatest thing about this tool is that it is fun!  Motivating students can be challenging no matter what setting you are in, but to allow them to share their finished product with their peers can be the motivation they need to create a refined product. 

Here is a link to an example I created.  Of course, for a small fee you can add features like character sound effects, voice-over recording, printability, and individual accounts for your students.  Zooburst is available as an app too!