With the huge emphasis being placed on reading and writing in every classroom through Common Core standards, teachers are looking for ways to integrate ELA skills in new ways.Here's a project idea that involves, reading, writing, speaking, and 21st century technology skills!Create a multimedia presentation (Canva, Piktochart, Google Presentation, Prezi, etc)Students can include brief talking ... Read More about “Techify” Your Book Review Assignment and Incorporate Common Core!
Canva in the Classroom
I stumbled upon another amazing tool while perusing the web today...Canva!Anyone can create a FREE Canva account and create infographics, blog graphics, poster presentations, social media art, cards, pamphlets and more.Having a Canva account allows users to access tons of great free images, backgrounds, and layouts. More options are available for only $1 a piece!Graphics can be multiple pages, ... Read More about Canva in the Classroom
Thank You!
Thank you to everyone who entered the Teaching with Technology giveaway for my first eBook! Congratulations to Barry and Katherine who were the big winners!Watch for a new giveaway coming soon...something to help teachers relax this summer?!Thank you so much for reading!! ... Read More about Thank You!
What Works for Your Students? Outline or Mind Mapping?
As a student, I learned best in lecture/note-taking environments. I loved for my teacher to stand up in front of our class for about 75 minutes (block scheduling!) and talk while my classmates and I frantically copied down notes from the lecture in a nice, neat outline form. Ahhh :)However, through my teaching experience, I have realized that not all students learn this way...especially not in our ... Read More about What Works for Your Students? Outline or Mind Mapping?
Oh Schoology…I may be a convert!
As I've said previously, I will be teaching a dual credit summer class this year, and I've decided to try Schoology as my LMS. I love Edmodo, but was having some issues with stability and certain features.Below I've listed some of the great features of Schoology...some of which are available on Edmodo, as well.DiscussionThe Discussion Board feature is so wonderful on Schoology! The best part of ... Read More about Oh Schoology…I may be a convert!