Happy March! I don't know about the weather in your neck of the woods, but here in Southeast Missouri, March is coming in like a LION! Thursday and Friday of last week were ice days for us, and we're expecting 4-6 inches+ of snow tonight into tomorrow morning. I love snow days and we've definitely had our share this year! In keeping with the tradition of the last 6 months, here is the monthly ... Read More about March Mystery Post – Teaching with Technology
Social Media Book Study – Teacher Resources
Happy Monday! We're one week into the "Illuminating" social media book study, and I'm having a blast keeping up with all of the great resources and ideas that our teacher group is sharing on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! Here's a quick rundown of what was shared last week ... On Monday, our study began and our teacher group shared a few "must follow" educators across social media. Who ... Read More about Social Media Book Study – Teacher Resources
Try This Tomorrow Podcast Episode 2: Inquiry Inquiries
Back to back posts? What the WHAT?! That never happens, but today is your lucky day! As you've read, I launched a podcast last month for teachers called, "Try This Tomorrow: Talks with Teachers," because I wanted to share not only my perspectives on education, but also ideas and strategies from other teachers from around the world. Yesterday, I recorded an episode with MY FIRST GUEST, Trevor ... Read More about Try This Tomorrow Podcast Episode 2: Inquiry Inquiries
Google Cast for Education – Update
Hey, all! Happy Friday! I've literally been at work for two days this week, and am ready to go home for a nap :) Between sickness flowing through my house, snow days, and holidays, I haven't really gotten a good hold on my week, and it's basically over! When my American Political Systems students were presenting party platforms that they had created in preparation for our mock primary and general ... Read More about Google Cast for Education – Update
How a Chrome Extension Saved My Presentation
Hello, all! I hope you're having a fantastic week and are experiencing weather with fewer mood swings than we are in Missouri. Holy moly. My Mom and I went to a conference Tuesday and drove through rain, sleet, brief snow showers, and endured whipping wind. Today, the sun is shining and we are expecting highs in the 50s. Seriously, Missouri. Seriously. Speaking of Tuesday, I have to quickly share ... Read More about How a Chrome Extension Saved My Presentation