In the Chapter four link I incorporated a flashcard system using Google Docs. The positives of using Google flashcards is that it is very user friendly. Individuals will only need to use a spreadsheet to type in the concepts they would like to be quizzed upon. Once individuals have completed the task of typing in the information they will just need to highlight the information and click on insert gadgets. The computer will pull up a screen with the flashcards. I think this is a great concept for instructors and students. I know I always used the 3 x 5 card method, which took a lot of time to write everything by hand. This is easy to incorporate and saves a lot of time for everyone.  The only negative would be that not all individuals have computers or internet access to be able to create the flashcards using Google Docs.
 
I thought the strategies were a great idea to help build student motivation in the classroom. Everyone is motivated by something either by money, the self fulfillment, or a better job. I know I have different goals that help me keep motivated through college and my career. As an instructor I try to provide many opportunities for student motivation. For example, we provide plenty of fun field trips and the stipulation is students must have passing grades to attend. Every year students strive to achieve passing grades to attend and get out of school to have fun for one day. It is rewarding for them to have passing grades as well as to be able to attend the field trip. 

I enjoyed the Voice Thread and the phone comment was very different. It it easy to use and create which makes it great to use!