Bioman Biology

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in High School, Middle School, Science Resources, STEM Resources | Posted on January 5, 2015

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BioMan Biology is the fun place to learn Biology! Here you will find learning games, review games, virtual labs and quizzes that will help you to learn about cells, ecology, genetics, physiology, and much more!
Note: If you are a teacher, please check out the teacher section for ways to use the site to increase student engagement and learning. Remember, everything on this site is completely FREE to use!

25 Fun Ways to use QR Codes for Teaching and Learning

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in QR Codes | Posted on January 5, 2015

25 Fun Ways to use QR Codes for Teaching and Learning is a great resource on the Emerging Ed Tech blog.

Try Science

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Science Resources, STEM Resources | Posted on January 5, 2015

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TryScience.org is your gateway to experience the excitement of contemporary science and technology through on and offline interactivity with science and technology centers worldwide. Science is exciting, and it’s for everyone! That’s why TryScience and over 400 science centers worldwide invite you to investigate, discover, and try science yourself.

TryScience is brought to you through a partnership between IBM Corporation, the New York Hall of Science (NYHOS), the Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC), and science centers worldwide.

New interactive content is added regularly to these areas:

Adventure: Thematic interactive experience
Experiments: Hands-on (offline) activities with an online component
Field Trips: Interactive science center features, plus a science center locator
Curious?: Short polls and activities based on a hot topic question, plus related news links
Live Cams: Live views from webcams at science and technology centers worldwide 

Peep and the Big, Wide World

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Early Learning, Preschool, Science Resources | Posted on January 5, 2015

 

 

Peep and the Big Wide World is a wonderful site where parents and teachers can find hands on science activities for preschool students.  peep

What Works in Math Clearinghouse

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Math Resources | Posted on August 19, 2014

math clearinghouseWhat Works in Math Clearinghouse   WWC products allow educators to better understand what works in different contexts. WWC intervention reports show which tools increase mathematics achievement by grade, while WWC practice guides show effective practices for topics such as fractions. Search our publications here.

Ology – American Museum of Natural History Science Web Site for Kids

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Science Resources | Posted on August 19, 2014

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Ology – American Museum of Natural History Science Web Site for Kids has information, games, videos, etc. on all the major science topics – the “ology” topics.

12 Great Web Based Image Editing Tools that do not Require Registration

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Digital Photography, Digital Storytelling, Photo Editing | Posted on August 19, 2014

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12 Great Web Based Image Editing Tools that do not Require Registration All the tools are free to use and do not require any software installation. Another great thing about these tools is that they are all very simple to use and have a user friendly interface. Students will definitely enjoy working on them.

Response to Intervention Resources

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Response to Intervention (RTI) | Posted on August 19, 2014

rti2Response to Instruction and Intervention (RTI²)  Learn more about RTI² and its implementation from experts at the Tennessee Department of Education.

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Microsoft Office Programs/Tools, PDF Documents, Technology Help | Posted on August 19, 2014

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Check out this web site for a large Collection of Microsoft Product PDF guides and manuals.

 

Browse Happy

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Web Browsers | Posted on August 19, 2014

browse happy

 

Browse Happy is a web site with links and comparisons of the major web browsers you can choose in lieu of Internet Explorer.

Go Wild

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Science Resources, Social Studies Resources | Posted on August 19, 2014

 

go wild

Go Wild is a site where students can explore various animal habitats, participate in interactive learning, and join a Go Wild club.  

Inventing Infographics: Visual Literacy Meets Written Content

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Infographs | Posted on July 16, 2014

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Inventing Infographics: Visual Literacy Meets Written Content shows ways students can use infographics for learning and for assessment.

Tutorials for Microsoft Office Apps on iPad

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in iPad, Microsoft Office Programs/Tools, Technology Help | Posted on July 14, 2014

Whether you are new to the iPad and are looking for tips on how to use these Office apps on your tablet, or you are a long-time Apple user who needs assistance with some basic functionalities of the Office suite, these tutorials are designed with you in mind.

Here are some tips and tricks for using the Microsoft Office apps on your iPad.

Click here to access the tutorials.

7 Smart Ways to Teach with a Blog

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Blogs | Posted on July 7, 2014

blogging7 Smart Ways to Teach With Your Blog has wonderful ideas for teachers to incorporate blogging into the classroom.

Summer Resources for Administrators

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Adminstrative Tools | Posted on July 7, 2014

principalJerry Blumengarten has done it again – put together an excellent list of resources for school administrators.  Check it out on his Cybraryman web site.

Quotes Cover.Com

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Desktop Publishing, Motivation, Quotes | Posted on June 19, 2014

quotescover

 

QuotesCover.Com is a web site that allows you to search for relevant quotes and then produce media content – whether it be a poster, Facebook or Twitter banner, web site image, etc.

All Things iPad

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in iPad | Posted on June 19, 2014

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Here are links to several excellent resources for teaching with iPads.

http://teachingwithipad.org/2014/05/13/9-practical-ways-to-use-your-ipad-in-teaching/

http://teachingwithipad.org/ipad-101-the-basics/

https://teachingwithipad.org/2013/11/06/how-to-use-airdrop-ios-7s-most-important-new-feature-for-teachers/?utm_content=bufferd5107&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer

http://teachingwithipad.org/2013/12/06/15-unique-and-creative-ways-to-use-ipads-in-the-classroom/

http://www.port-huron.k12.mi.us/downloads/tech/ipad_training_for_elementary_teachers_20120626_114100_1.pdf

http://www.markrepp.com/2012/04/best-ipad-apps-ipad-resources.html

http://ipadacademy.com/2014/02/ipad-video-lesson-introduction-to-the-ipad-guided-tour-part-one

http://edtechsandyk.blogspot.com/2013/08/ipad-basic-training-for-teachers.html

http://jonathanwylie.hubpages.com/hub/How-to-Use-Dropbox-on-iPad?utm_content=buffercdbc7&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer

http://learninginhand.com/blog/classroom-ipod-touches-ipads-dos-and-donts.html

http://www.edudemic.com/new-ipad-education/

http://ipads.mssd14.wikispaces.net/New+Staff

http://www.pinterest.com/mattBgomez/ipad-lessons/

http://ipadsforlearning.com/39-sites-for-using-ipads-in-the-classroom/

http://www.livebinders.com/play/play?id=448633

http://www.zdnet.com/blog/igeneration/50-resources-for-ipad-use-in-the-classroom/16126

http://tomahawkipadcrew.wikispaces.com/iPad+training+materials

http://support.apple.com/kb/ht2534

http://ipadtrainingsiteatc.blogspot.com/2010/12/ipad-in-classroom.html

 

Microsoft Mix for PowerPoint

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Microsoft Office Programs/Tools, Presentation Tools | Posted on June 18, 2014

mixMicrosoft Mix for PowerPoint is a super add in that allows you to have quizzes, screencasts, annotation, and video into your lesson presentations.  System Requirements:  The Office Mix add-in requires a PC with PowerPoint 2013 or Office 365.

Two Great Leadership Articles

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Adminstrative Tools, Leadership | Posted on June 18, 2014

leadershipHere are 2 great articles on leadership sure to help any new (or veteran) administrators.

What You Ignore, You Permit.

7 Reasons Why Documentation is Still a Great Leadership Tool

Two Resources for Teaching the Water Cycle

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Science Resources | Posted on June 17, 2014

 

water cycle

Here are two good sites for teaching students the science of the water cycle.

Thirstin’s Water Cycle

Scholastic Interactive Weather Maker

Math Chimp Free Online Games

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Math Resources | Posted on June 17, 2014

 

math chimp  The Math Chimp web site has many terrific games for elementary students.  Helps keep their fluency sharp!

Special Ed: How Do You Teach a Superhero

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Infographs, Special Education | Posted on June 17, 2014

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Great infograph on Special Ed Superheroes at http://www.special-education-degree.net/superhero/

 

Smithsonian Photos

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Desktop Publishing, Digital Photography | Posted on May 5, 2014

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SmithsonianPhotos is a fabulous place to find interesting images to spark student imagination.  Use them for writing prompts, math problems, or to illustrate a lesson you are teaching.

Teaching with You Tube: 197 Digital Channels for Learning

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Videos, You Tube | Posted on May 5, 2014

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Teaching With YouTube: 197 Digital Channels For Learning

One-Page Nonfiction Reading/Thinking Passages Aligned with Core Priorities

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Posted by jenmalonetn | Posted in Common Core | Posted on May 5, 2014

One-Page Nonfiction Reading/Thinking Passages Aligned with Core Priorities

One-Page Nonfiction Readings by Grade Level

Developed by the Center for Urban Education

These passages are listed at their readability level according to the Fry formula.

You may want to use a reading from an earlier or later grade level

because the formula does not factor in conceptual difficulty of a text.

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