Use Cel.ly in Daily Instruction and Communication

With administrative and parental approval, I use Cel.ly to send text message reminders, announcements, polls, and questions to my students. In the classroom, Cel.ly supports my instruction and creates an environment where every student has a chance to “voice” his or her opinion.  For example, when I show a short video clip I have my student’s text one significant fact or detail they learned to Cel.ly as they watch the video clip. After the video clip, I highlight some of the important topics discussed from their messages. Another way I use Cel.ly in my class is through polling.  I send a poll to student devices, they respond, and then we analyze the responses. It is an interesting way to gauge student comprehension, involve all student’s, and start a discussion. Through Cel.ly student’s text me with questions such as  “what is on the test tomorrow?” or “what did I miss in class today?” when absent. One student named Meghan commented that she enjoyed using cel.ly because “I could ask you a question at anytime and you would always be there to answer it!”

Here is what my student’s say about it: cel.ly

Cel.ly has also improved parent teacher communication in my classroom. Parents commented that they appreciated the text message reminders about homework & tests, updates about their child’s progress, and even enjoyed the in-class texting activities. Parents are now more informed about how their kids are doing and are better able to help their children with their schooling, which is key to student success.