Educators Technology
JUNE 6, 2017
June 6, 2017 Below is a collection of some very good iPad music apps to use with elementary students and young learners. Through a variety of educational content that includes lessons, videos, and.read more.
Ask a Tech Teacher
JUNE 7, 2017
With the growing interest in coding comes a call for after school tech camps that supersize student enthusiasm for technology. If you’ve been tasked (or volunteered) to run this activity, here are five activities that will tech-infuse participants: Debate. Write an ebook. Genius Hour. Service Learning. 15 Digital Tools in 15 Days. Khan Academy.
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User Generated Education
JUNE 8, 2017
Post by Jackie Gerstein, Ed.D. @ jackiegerstein and Barbara Bray @bbray27. Crossed posted at [link]. If there is a makerspace in your school, it may be down the hall, in the library, or in another building. If there is someone other than the teacher managing the makerspace or there is a schedule for the school, your kids may only be able to use it once a week or month.
The Innovative Educator
JUNE 4, 2017
Most employees feel many meetings they attend are a waste of time but they don’t need to be. There are strategies you can implement as well as pitfalls you can avoid to help ensure your meetings are interesting, informative, productive and achieve desired outcomes. Coaching Psychologist Yaron Prywes ( @Yaron321 ) conducted a full-day workshop revealing the secrets to successful meetings so that they don’t resemble the comic below.
Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape
The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.
Educators Technology
JUNE 4, 2017
June 4, 2017 Upon the request of some of our readers here in EdTech and mLearning we went ahead and curated for you these helpful iPad apps to use with young learners to help them master the.read more.
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Technology Tidbits
JUNE 6, 2017
Math TuThor is a wonderful mobile app (iOS/Android) for student's working on their basic Math skills (i.e. multiplication, division, etc. ). Math TuThor is ideal for integrating Game Based Learning in the classroom and has students using answering questions while defeating enemies using the Norse god himself, Thor. This game has super-high replay value, sporting over 30 levels and monsters to defeat, and 9 characters to choose from.
The Innovative Educator
JUNE 7, 2017
When you want to get a project done it is imperative that when working with others you understand what elements lead to a high performing team as well as understand the strategies required to make meetings effective. But what about when you don't like the work being done at your school, organization to which you belong, or in your community, etc.? Well when that's the case, then it is important to know how to sabotage meetings.
Ask a Tech Teacher
JUNE 9, 2017
You’ve been teaching for five years and love what you’re doing. You consider yourself darn lucky to be working with colleagues that are friends and a boss who always puts your needs first. Most of the teachers at your school have been there years — even decades — and you have no doubt that, too, will be you. So, you don’t bother to keep your resume up-to-date or expand your teaching skills other than what is required for your position.
Ask a Tech Teacher
JUNE 8, 2017
Here are 4 Ways Teachers Can Better Prepare for the Next School Year , thanks to Kiddom , the online platform with a mission to make your lessons easier to plan, assess, and analyze: Put Time Back in Your School Day. Time is precious. As this school year ends, learn how to save time and plan effectively for next year with these four strategies using Kiddom.
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Mathematics, a subject steeped in abstract concepts, often poses challenges to students, especially those in grades 5-10. But imagine a bridge that transformed this intricate maze into an interactive adventure.
Technology Tidbits
JUNE 6, 2017
Storyboard That just released a collection of activities to use for this upcoming Father's Day. Students can use it to: make a printable Father's Day card tell a story about Dad create a storyboard thanking Dads make a comic about a memory I highly recommend checking out Storyboard That for all Father's Day needs by clicking here !!! Storyboard That is an excellent learning tool that educators are using in a wide variety of ways, such as: project based learning, timelines, digital storytelling,
Technology Tidbits
JUNE 7, 2017
Interland is the new online game from Google regarding their "Be Internet Awesome" campaign. This is an innovative new way for students/kids to learn about Cyber Safety and Digital Citizenship. The "Be Internet Awesome" initiative helps students explore the online world focusing on areas such as: share w/ care, don't fall for fake, secure your secrets, and it's cool to be kind.
Technology Tidbits
JUNE 7, 2017
Buncee is the amazing learning tool that provides a digital canvas for students to create amazing projects, presentations, and much much more. Educators have been using Buncee in a wide variety of ways through their educational portal "Buncee Classroom" to create virtual classrooms for students to complete assignments, take quizzes, etc. Best of all, Buncee Classroom lets students track students, assign quizzes, and even differentiate instruction.
Technology Tidbits
JUNE 5, 2017
Projector Screen Store is a great site for educators or parents looking to find screens, projectors, cables, and more for home or their classroom. Also, this is an ideal place to find good deals and other resources such as: how to build a home theater or how a green screen works. I highly recommend checking out Projector Screen Store by clicking here !!!
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These easy-to-use design briefs outline student objectives, challenges, and materials needed to complete each 30-minute to 4-hour lesson. ITEEA’s Integrative STEM curriculum, Engineering byDesign, includes many more standards driven hands-on activities just like these!
Technology Tidbits
JUNE 5, 2017
Mathmatical Run is a easy-to-learn iOS app that helps students practice their basic Math skills (i.e. addition, subtraction, etc.). This game is similar to any "running" style game and has players collecting stars, avoiding obstacles, and solving equations. The player goes until they get a problem wrong. I highly recommend checking out Mathmatical Run by clicking here !!!
Technology Tidbits
JUNE 5, 2017
Math Run: Panda Chase is a super fun iOS app for grades K-5th learning basic Math skills (i.e. addition, subtraction, multiplication, etc.) This game follows the familiar "running" game-style and has students avoiding obstacles while solving Math problems. Also, there are lots of characters and levels to unlock to enhance replay value. Best of all, Math Run is tracks students progress, generates detailed reports, and is aligned to Common Core Standards.
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