Inspiration
Inspiration software allows students to create webs on the computer screen to organize their thoughts before writing. It is an excellent accommodation for students whose handwriting difficulties limit the benefit of making webs on paper.
Roadmaps (what are roadmaps?)
- Getting Started with Inspiration (188K pdf)
- Ways to use Inspiration
- Thoughts on Using Images in Inspiration (pdf) by Bill McGrath
Printable Quick Guides
- Labeling Maps and Images using PowerPoint or Inspiration (105k pdf)
- Opening Inspiration Files from Any Computer with MyWebspiration (154K pdf)
Find more tips on using Inspiration on the HIAT Help Archive
Video Tutorials
- How do I get started, view the symbol palette, zoom in and out? (2:09)
- How do I add symbols? (2:35)
- How do I use change symbol shapes and colors and use the symbol libraries? (1:31)
- How do I add notes? (2:28)
- How do I arrange the layout and switch to an outline view and transfer my diagram or outline to a word processor? (2:40)
- How can I use the Listen tool to have text read out loud? (0:49)
- How can I add video to my diagram? (1:48)
- How can I add sounds to my diagram? (1:18)
- How can I add hyperlinks to my diagram? (1:49)
- How can I add voice notes to my diagram? (1:12)
- Example of using Inspiration to provide flexible options for students to research and complete an assignment (2:41) new
- Using Inspiration for Student Digital Writing Portfolios (TeacherTube video)
Home Use privileges for MCPS Staff
This software allows home-use rights for MCPS staff. See Home Use Summary (45K pdf).