Setting the Stage for Using Tech in the First Weeks of School – Easy EdTech Podcast 178
You can help kids get to know each other and get familiar with EdTech tools at the same time during the first weeks of school.
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!
Creative Challenge for the First Weeks of School
What do you have planned for the first weeks of school? The date of the very first day of school
4 Ways to Replace Your Teacher Book Club
I know reading books isn’t the only way to learn something new. Looking for an idea to replace a traditional teacher book club? I have four.
How Games Can Make Learning Stick – Bonus Episode with Kahoot!
Sean D’Arcy, VP of Kahoot! at school and home, joins to chat about games in the classroom and how to make learning stick this year.
Hundreds of Typing Lessons Free for Back to School
Are you looking for typing lessons for kids? The team behind TypeTastic is giving teachers access to hundreds of typing lessons free for back-to-school.
What to Do Before Giving Kids Their First Phone with Dr. Catherine Pearlman – Easy EdTech Podcast 177
Dr. Catherine Pearlman, author of First Phone: A Child’s Guide to Digital Responsibility, Safety, and Etiquette, shares tips for educators.
Flipped Professional Development for Educators from Hāpara
This summer, you can join the team at Hāpara for a special month of flipped professional development with workshops, webinars, and more.
Bot-Assisted Tutoring Online for Instant Feedback
Can a lesson bot help students get instant feedback on their work? Knomadix has a bot-assisted platform for tutoring online.
It’s Time to Make the Most of Your Calendar – Easy EdTech Podcast 176
Hear my favorite calendar tips for educators, including how to keep track of meetings and how to save time using a digital calendar.
5 Ways to Save Time as You Differentiate Instruction
How do you differentiate instruction? If you’re committed to differentiating instruction, join me for a free webinar with Capstone.
7 Storyboard Examples You Can Use in Any Subject Area – Easy EdTech Podcast 175
In this episode, hear storyboard examples you can use in any subject area to help students organize their thinking and share their learning.
Tech-Friendly First Day of School Activities
Looking for first day of school activities, or something to try out the first week of school? I’ve compiled a list of some of my favorites.
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Free Planning Pages
Start every week with a plan and stay organized this school year!
- You'll get a standard daily planner template, weekday, and weekend templates
- A monthly at-a-glance calendar and a monthly goal setting sheet
- A few extra pages for notes, contacts and passwords
Free summer Checklist
5 Things to Do Now to Make Tech Easier in the New School Year
- Try these five tips now and save time when you head back to school this fall.
- This quick list gives you FIVE action items to make your technology integration easier this school year.
- Save time this school year with a special EdTech checklist
Free eBook
Spring Cleaning with an EdTech twist!
- Special eBook with 10 Quick Tips to Organize Your Google Drive
- If you're not using Google Drive, these strategies are customizable for Dropbox, Office365 and more!
- Get a fresh start this spring with these actionable tips for cleaning up your online organizational systems