Make It Real with iFakeText
Yeah, we all know how much students like to text… So, why not leverage this obsession by taking advantage of a web tool like ifaketext.com, a nifty online generator that mimics the real thing. Not only is it super simple to use, but it’s a visually engaging way to allow students to demonstrate what they know in a unique way. Plus, there’s nothing quite like using one of the most popular forms of social media to grab our students’ interest and attention, right?
Utilizing ifaketext.com works something like this: After accessing the web site, just enter a name, choose a carrier (AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, etc.) and insert a conversation. Once you’re finished with these steps, click the “Submit” button and voila! An image showing the text chat as if it appeared on a smart phone is all yours. Download your masterpiece, share it via your favorite social media networks and/or embed it into your online spaces. Is that way cool or what?
Oh, and did I mention that this resource is a freebie that requires no registration? Yay!
Check out an ifaketext.com example shown below.
Classroom Connection:
ifaketext.com can be utilized in a variety of ways in any content area to allow students to practice reading and writing dialogue. Here are a few ideas to help get you started:
» Conversations between two famous people, book characters, animals, friends discussing a movie or event
» Formative assessments for independent reading
» Displaying vocabulary and definitions in a fun way
» Writing prompts
» Poetry activities
In addition to these literacy activities, ifaketext.com could be used to teach students proper texting etiquette and digital responsibility.
I love this tool! Can you provide an example on how you would utilize this for Poetry?
Thanks!