I haven't posted in almost a month! We finally moved, so that has taken up a lot of my time! I apologize!
One thing I am always on the hunt for is something to make my job a little easier. It's always the little things that help the most, such as a Google Add-On/Chrome Extension. Richard Byrne has compiled a list of wonderful resources that can make our jobs easier as teachers.
25 Great Google Add-ons
Tuesday, December 5, 2017
Thursday, November 9, 2017
Virtual Field Trips
Field trips seem a thing of the past due to the lack of time and resources. Many teachers are turning to virtual field trips. Virtual field trips offer students an opportunity to view a place or meet a person without having to actually be there.
I came across this website that has gathered a list of virtual field trips and sorted them by subject and grade level. You can even set up a Skype interview with someone in a particular field. Most of them are at no cost. It might be worth a try!
Virtual Field Trips
I have come across similar resources before. I'll add to this post if I find them.
I came across this website that has gathered a list of virtual field trips and sorted them by subject and grade level. You can even set up a Skype interview with someone in a particular field. Most of them are at no cost. It might be worth a try!
Virtual Field Trips
I have come across similar resources before. I'll add to this post if I find them.
Friday, October 20, 2017
Seesaw - Digital Portfolios
A goal of mine this year is to create digital student portfolios to use as a summative assessment for my students. I remember saving important (or what I thought was important) notes and projects from classes just in case I needed them for future reference. Since almost everything has gone digital, it makes sense for students to keep track of their most important accomplishments digitally.
One good resource to do this is called Seesaw. I tinkered with the idea last year but never implemented it in my language arts class.
As a teacher, you can set up the portfolio requirements. Students then submit their assignments. I would use this only to display the work, but you could use it however you wanted. Parents could also be able to view the work. Some teachers have described it as almost Facebook-like. There are settings in which you can control the content.
If you would like to know more about it, here is the link: Seesaw
If you are interested in using it or something like it, let me know, and I will be happy to help you!
One good resource to do this is called Seesaw. I tinkered with the idea last year but never implemented it in my language arts class.
As a teacher, you can set up the portfolio requirements. Students then submit their assignments. I would use this only to display the work, but you could use it however you wanted. Parents could also be able to view the work. Some teachers have described it as almost Facebook-like. There are settings in which you can control the content.
If you would like to know more about it, here is the link: Seesaw
If you are interested in using it or something like it, let me know, and I will be happy to help you!
Friday, October 13, 2017
12 Good Social Studies Apps
Social Studies teachers, here are some resources for you guys!
This website has a list that gives a short description of each app.
Even though the site says it is geared towards high school students, I'm sure any of these apps can be used at the middle school level.
Here is the link to the site:
http://www.educatorstechnology.com/2017/10/12-good-social-studies-apps-for-high.html
This website has a list that gives a short description of each app.
Even though the site says it is geared towards high school students, I'm sure any of these apps can be used at the middle school level.
Here is the link to the site:
http://www.educatorstechnology.com/2017/10/12-good-social-studies-apps-for-high.html
Friday, September 22, 2017
Cignition's Fog Stone Isle
Math Teachers: This one's for you!
Kids are all about games these days. I think it's a great idea to incorporate gaming into whatever lesson you are teaching because that will keep the students' attention. It's the digital world they live in.
Cignition's Fog Stone Isle is a Minecraft-like game. It lets students build a virtual world using math skills as they go. Teachers are able to monitor student progress also. This looks like an awesome resource for math classes. Check it out!
Kids are all about games these days. I think it's a great idea to incorporate gaming into whatever lesson you are teaching because that will keep the students' attention. It's the digital world they live in.
Cignition's Fog Stone Isle is a Minecraft-like game. It lets students build a virtual world using math skills as they go. Teachers are able to monitor student progress also. This looks like an awesome resource for math classes. Check it out!
Friday, September 15, 2017
Control Alt Achieve
On Twitter, I came across Eric Curts. He runs a blog called Control Alt Achieve and is all about Google. I always find his posts relevant to something I'm doing in class. I also think about how other subjects could use the activities he posts.
Here is a link to a cool post of his that lists quick Google searches that students can use for various activities: 20 Instant Google Searches Your Students Need to Know
I would also recommend following him on Twitter because he also posts about other great resources that are not listed on his blog. Twitter: Eric Curts
Here is a link to a cool post of his that lists quick Google searches that students can use for various activities: 20 Instant Google Searches Your Students Need to Know
I would also recommend following him on Twitter because he also posts about other great resources that are not listed on his blog. Twitter: Eric Curts
Tuesday, September 5, 2017
Hyperdocs
Hyperdocs are a way to incorporate links into Google Docs or Google Slides to enhance a lesson with technology.
If you are feeling brave and would like to create your own from scratch, here is the template to follow:
If you're like me and would like to find a Hyperdoc that has already been made, here are some links to a few:
If you are feeling brave and would like to create your own from scratch, here is the template to follow:
Sunday, August 20, 2017
Welcome
Thank you for visiting! I hope you find beneficial information that you can use within your classroom. I am trying my best to narrow down sites and apps by content/subject area. There are many that can be used across the board. If you have any questions, suggestions, or comments, just send me an email. Thank you!
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