In addition to being a HUGE educational technology nerd, I am also quite a government geek...which works out well for me, since I teach American Government classes - ha! I typically struggle, however, to make learning about the President's Cabinet engaging, exciting, or at least not dull. Let's face it. Learning about what each part of the Executive Branch is most likely not of utmost interest ... Read More about American Government Activity: The President’s Cabinet
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Momentum: Great Chrome Extension for Teachers and Students!
Since becoming a Chromebook school, I feel like I'm constantly searching for new Chrome extensions or apps to help enhance my classroom learning environment. I recently stumbled upon Momentum, and Chrome extension that provides a personalized message and image when new tabs are opened. After installing the Momentum extension, you'll be asked for some quick information, including your name. ... Read More about Momentum: Great Chrome Extension for Teachers and Students!
Guest Post — 5 Tech Tools for Teachers to Use in 2016
5 Tech Tools for Teachers to Use in 2016 The future is now, and it’s a whole lot more advanced than we expected. Internet connected everything and there is an alarm clock that will wake you up with the smell of bacon. And this year, edtech is seeing a whole lot of very unexpected tech tools and resources, from hashtags that can teach you shortcuts when using Google, and emjois allowing us to ... Read More about Guest Post — 5 Tech Tools for Teachers to Use in 2016
A “Techy” Teacher’s Toolbox: Chrome Extensions
Google Chrome is awesome. Surely, the vast majority of the world knows this fact. It's user-friendly and super fast. It travels well...meaning of course that your extensions, favorites, etc travel with you, even if you're not working at your computer!! Many websites that teachers frequently use run best using Google Chrome. It's just wonderful. I recently conducted a professional ... Read More about A “Techy” Teacher’s Toolbox: Chrome Extensions
Use Padlet to create a Pro/Con Chart
Padlet is an amazing tool for classrooms. This interactive "cork board" has opened so many opportunities in my classroom, and has drastically changed many of my activities...for the better :) ... Read More about Use Padlet to create a Pro/Con Chart
