Would I use Inspiration as a tool in the classroom? Yes, but there is good along with bad. Not only do I see tremendous benefit for those whose learning style is largely visual, but also for those who learn best with information presented and processed in a methodological, grid-like format. In other words there is enough flexibility in Inspiration to accommodate both ends of the spectrum simulaneously. I can see this tool used effectively for brainstorming activity whether the task is related to storyboarding, social studies or simply laying out steps for a larger project.
Are there any limitations or caveats to using Inspiration in the classroom? Yes there are. The risk would largely fall on those students who might be too focused on details. Such students can easily spend too much time on layout particulars such as shape of bubbles, font selection, spatial configuration. Nothing wrong with that level of conscientiousness provided that it is coupled with effective time-management and deference to other project team members who may wish to focus more on content than format. Just saying...
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