How do I make a Padlet?
Padlets can be created as a blank board or through templates. This guide will show you how to create a blank padlet and offer a description on the different types of media that can be added to a post on a padlet.
Navigate to tufts.padlet.org and sign in via SAML
Enter tufts.padlet.org into your browser and click on the Continue with SAML
Click on the icon in the top-right corner
Click on Dashboard
Click Make a padlet in the top-right corner
Select Blank board
Click on the image above the text, Blank board, to select this option.
Title your Padlet and select the format
1. Title - Give your padlet a title. If you are using your padlet within a canvas assignment, this will be the name of the assignment.
2. Format -Padlet offers different layouts and formats that control the arrangement of posts on the wall.
a. Wall - All padlets created will be organized to fully fill empty space on the padlet.
b. Stream - Blog or social media type organization that keeps posts in a linear fashion.
c. Timeline - Add posts to a timeline to keep order of events organized.
d. Grid - Padlets will be placed in neat grid patterns. Depending on post size, this could generate empty space.
e. Canvas - Freeform placement of posts. Allows the use of mind maps. You cannot use Sections with this layout.
f. Map - Create posts that are pinpointed locations on an interactive map.
3. Sections -Organize posts under labeled headings/categories/questions. This will stack post responses in organized, scrollable columns or rows.
You can always change your format later from the settings gear on the right-hand side of the padlet without losing any of your content.
Adjust the settings on your padlet by customizing the appearance
When opening a blank padlet the settings bar will automatically open. You can change any of these settings at anytime by clicking on the settings icon on the right-hand side of the padlet.
1. You can add a description to the padlet or add instructions for the padlet in the description box.
2. You can select an emoji icon that matches the theme of your padlet. This icon will also display on the browser tab.
3. Change the wallpaper to better match the padlet topic. You can choose from stock images or add a custom background. The font colors will adjust automatically based on the background image colors.
Adjust your layout and how participants engage
1. You can adjust which format you want for your padlet. This can be changed at anytime and you will not lose any content.
2. Comments can be turned on or off at anytime. You can turn comments on for peer to peer comments or after the students have submitted their posts to leave feedback.
Add posts to the padlet by clicking the yellow + button in the bottom right corner
Title the post and choose your media for the post
From the post tab you can quick add; files, links, access device camera and image search.
If you select the pink tile with [...} you will see additional media options.
Reference of media that can be added by all individuals who have access to post content
Click Publish to post to the padlet
For padlet ideas check out the Tufts Faculty Padlet Catalogue and add your own too!
NOTE: If you hit a "You Shall Not Pass" page, click the log in button underneath and follow the steps at the beginning of this guide.
For help creating a padlet email [email protected]