This whole group activity required students to use Smart Notebook to create a tree map to analyze the plot structure of the story they were reading. Mrs. Cornelius methodically took students through the process, building the foundation for future use not only of the tree map structure, but also of the Smart Notebook application.
You may be telling yourself that this would be unmanageable in your room. Just remember. You're the teacher! With the majority of students, if you make it mandatory, they will comply. Several students in Mrs. Cornelius' class had to use paper because they didn't follow the guidelines. Many of the students will be much more attentive to her directions next time they do this type of assignment!
Thank you, Mrs. Cornelius, for being brave and diving in!