Vocaroo.Com is a simple, free, easy site where you can record sound wave files to be emailed. These can be used for podcasting, videocasts, screencasts, etc..
Using QR Codes in the Classroom is an excellent article on Edutopia by Mary Beth Hertz. Check it out if you are interested in trying your hand at QR Codes to enhance instruction.
Check out this infographic from onlineeducation.net that illustrates what technology means to our students:
Via: OnlineEducation.net
QR Code Treasures for Teachers
has a treasure hunt generator. It’s easy to use and gives students a chance
to use their smart phones for an educational use.
The deal is simple…To get Cram for Mac or Cram for iPhone free you must download a copy of Goop on August 2nd, 2011. When you download Goop (intro price of $0.99), simply email us your receipt and we will send you over a promo code for a free copy of Cram for Mac (usually $24.99) or Cram iPhone/iPod touch (usually $3.99).
You can only have one for free, so don’t get greedy guys! There is no limit to how many people can receive this deal on August 2, 2011, so make sure you let your friends know.
CRAM is a flash card app that helps you study for quizzes and tests. It lets you turn your study materials into multiple choice practice tests and digital flash cards.
The Story Time For Me kid’s stories offer compelling storytelling with inspiring and memorable characters that will stimulate any child’s imagination. The original episodic kid’s books will foster a love of reading and improve your child’s cognitive development and reading skills. The interactive language prompts will provide your child with his or her own personal reading coach.
WELCOME TO YEAR 3 OF THE KIDS’ SCIENCE CHALLENGE! With the help of three new teams of scientists and engineers, today we’re rolling out a brand new set of challenges for kids in the 3rd to 6th grade to consider. Check out all our latest videos, fun downloadable activities, and games. This year, you can ask questions directly to our scientists and engineers by clicking through to the Science Club on Woogi World. When you’ve come up with a great idea for one of our three new Science Fields, click the “Submit Your Entry!” button to enter online! Don’t forget to check back often for new videos and updates.
Jaycut Video Editing Web Site Join JayCut’s online community to get free access to your own personal video studio. Upload videos, photos and music to create and share new masterpieces.
Most primary teachers have heard of and are probably using the free content on Starfall.Com. They have now created an additional site with paid content focusing on math. For only $270/year for a school, we gave it a try. Teachers have been very positive about the content and highly recommend this site for early learning.
Scholastic Computer Lab Activities
You don’t have to be in a computer lab to enjoy these kid-friendly activities. Spin the wheel and get started.
10 Common Myths About ADHD is an excellent, concise article for teachers and parents about the intricacies of ADHD.
Elementary Guidance Lessons for Counselors has a huge list of links for tied to standards for guidance classes.
The BrainPOP and BrainPOP Jr. quizzes are now fully integrated with ActiVote and ActivExpression, making it easier than ever to engage and assess each of your students. After the quiz, print or download the class results and incorporate them into your grading system. Watch this Brain Pop video to see how:
The easiest and most entertaining way to collect feedback from your audience:
Project polls or message boards on a large screen, have everyone send their input via their cell phones and see results instantly!
Reminder for the year:
Technology — Jill Pierce, Promethean Trainer (Aug. 4)
Harry K. Wong — Classroom Management (Feb. 15)
LCTC Day — New Standards and Report Card Training (Aug. 5)
Tuesday Afternoons — Assorted PD (2 Tuesdays each month)
Data Analysis Day (Aug. 7)
Curriculum & Instruction Coach Sessions (Oct. 15, Oct. 16, Jan. 25, Jan. 26)
Blood Borne Pathogens, Child Abuse, Sexual Harassment Training
Dr. Robert Marzano Research – Effectiveness of Interactive White Boards (Aug. 3)
New Web Site Training – May 26
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