Padlet

One of my go-to tools for collecting responses from an audience is Padlet.  Padlet acts as a virtual wall that allows people to post content, such as text, images, videos, and even attach documents.  The Padlet looks like a piece of wallpaper and users double click anywhere on the wallpaper to start a new sticky note.  Padlet does not require you to create an account BUT it is helpful if you do because you can easily access Padlets you have created in the past.

Here's how you set up a Padlet:

1. Go to https://padlet.com
2. Click "Create a padlet".  (If you want to keep up with your Padlets, Sign up to create a free account or Log in, if you already have one.)

3. Give your Padlet a Title and Description.

4. You can then adjust the layout (how posts are arranged) or select the wallpaper.  When finished customizing your Padlet, click the pink "Next" button.

5.  Then adjust any People & Privacy settings, as desired.  I tend to leave all these as default.  Then click "Next".

6. If desired, take a peek at the "Share/Export/Embed" options.  Here is where you'll find a QR code to your Padlet, the hyperlink, and embed code, among other things.

7. When you see this screen, you'll know your Padlet is ready to go:

Share the Padlet with others by posting the link or QR code somewhere people can access.  Users then access the Padlet and post!

If you need ideas for how to use Padlet in your classroom, there are lots on Pinterest!  Check some out here.