Fire Prevention Week Lessons & Resources from NFPA
We’re right in the middle of Fire Prevention Week (October 9-15, 2016) and I wanted to share some useful, tech-friendly resources
Class Tech Tips Blog
Each week you’ll find new blog posts featuring lesson ideas, new EdTech tools, and ways to use technology in your K-12 classroom. Don’t forget to use the search bar on the blog, too!
Project-Based Learning with Drawp for School
Drawp for School is one of my favorite tools for teachers and students. It’s a workflow management platform with powerful design
The BoomWriter Virtual Summer Camp: A New Opportunity for Writing Teachers
The school year is just starting to get off the ground. But it’s never too soon to start thinking about
Turnitin Feedback Studio with Commenting
Providing students with timely, meaningful feedback is essential in all classrooms. I’m a big fan of tools that make formative
Teach the Elections with ThinkCERCA Resources and Tips
This week I had the chance to check out ThinkCERCA’s special Teach the Elections tips and resources for teachers. The
3 Reasons to Check Out News-O-Matic this School Year
An understanding of current events is essential for students of all ages. As you work to bring news stories to life
Education Book Spotlight of Courageous Edventures
Earlier this year I had the chance to get a sneak peek at Jennie Magiera’s new book Courageous Edventures: Navigating Obstacles
Education Podcast Spotlight: TeacherCast with Jeffrey Bradbury
Podcasts have totally transformed the way I learn about new things, explore new topics and gather information about the world.
iPad Teacher Hack: Close Reading Passages from iBooks
If you’ve ever searched online for close reading passages, you know it can be hard to find high-quality short texts
Create a Read Aloud Backchannel in Your Classroom
This week I had to opportunity to work with teachers in North Carolina on behalf of the awesome folks at
First Time Computer Science Teacher
Teachers want to bring coding into their classrooms but there are roadblocks that can get in the way. It takes time
7 Tips for Managing the Internet in Your Classroom
Managing classroom Internet can be a challenge for teachers. If you’re looking to have more control over the Internet in your
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