Thing #8: Flickr mashups

The first image is an image of a flickr mashup, created on http://metaatem.net/words/. This particular tool creates a word from various tiles and could be used in the classroom to have students create unique nametags to place on their cubbies(since I'll be teaching elementary school) or their folders which they keep homework, notes home, report cards, etc. in so that they are easy to sort through upon check in and check out from the teacher each day/week. I used in in my personal life to create my name not only for this assignment, but also for my facebook cover photo.

The second picture is a mosaic which was created on bighugelabs.com. This tool would be useful for putting photos from field trips, classroom activities, and just daily activities to place around the classroom. Many people feel more comfortable in environments containing pictures of themselves, their friends, and their families. It makes them feel like it is okay to "nest" there. In my personal life, I can use it to create neat little backgrounds for my iPhone, iPad, and laptop.

Personally, I have no issue sharing photos online, as long as I have some control over who can view them and what can be done with them.