How do you model ideas and empower student creators? This summer, I had the chance to take a look at two fantastic tools from Wacom. If you are looking to draw a quick visual to help students understand a concept, or want to give students space to personalize images or videos, these two tools have […]
Do you struggle with incorporating podcasts into your classroom? I’ve compiled my favorite tips for using podcasts with students. You don’t have to be a podcasting expert, but you can use this information to get started with a successful podcasting lesson, today! In this blog post (and corresponding episode of the Easy EdTech Podcast) you’ll […]
Where can you go to find free multimedia lessons to help students practice saying NO to risky behaviors? April is Alcohol Responsibility Month, a great time to introduce thinking and discussion to help students master refusal strategies. Although saying NO is important, kids need to know why they should say NO to risky behaviors like […]
Is it possible to teach with augmented reality? As a big fan of this technology, I’m always on the lookout for tools that connect teachers to high-quality resources. If you want to bring AR back into your lessons or you’re teaching with augmented reality for the first time, the team at Seek Education has you […]
Do you use interactive teaching materials? Whether you create lessons for face-to-face or remote learning environments, there are lots of benefits to using interactive lesson design tools. They organize information, communicate concepts visually, and give students a resource to revisit when they are ready to review. Earlier this year, I connected with the team at […]
In this episode, you’ll hear about an activity idea inspired by a favorite podcast. Monica will take you through a strategy for making traditional debates more relevant and authentic by creating a podcast with students. You’ll hear about how to use roundtable conversations and “hot takes” on content related to your curriculum. Subscribe to the […]
Have you used online resources to help students understand the dangers of underage drinking? Red Ribbon Week takes place from October 23rd to October 31st. This week is designed to educate youth about drug prevention. It was first sponsored by the National Family Partnership in 1988. In this blog post I’ll share free teacher lesson […]