Thank you, Google, for such a great update to Classroom! Wow! I've been waiting for this addition for sooo long! In case you haven't noticed this new update, teachers now have the ability to schedule assignments, announcements, and questions/polls! Yippee! Happy Teacher Appreciation Day to GAFE users! When creating a post on Classroom, teachers can now choose to ... Read More about Google Classroom Updates: May 2016
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Standardized Test Reviews That Are FUN!
The season of the standardized test is upon us. Probably the most dreaded time of the year for teachers and students alike. Why? The end of the school year is in sight. Summer is just around the corner. The months of April and May should be a happy time! So, why do teachers hate standardized testing with such a fiery passion? There are many, many, many reasons, of course...too many to name, ... Read More about Standardized Test Reviews That Are FUN!
Google Classroom Update: April 2016
Google has been busily making great changes to Classroom, most of which have been additions to the Android or iOS Classroom apps. I read on the Google Classroom blog today, that a new feature had been added to the "create a question" option. Teachers can now poll their students with a multiple choice question without having to create a Google Form. Yippee! As I normally do, I tried the new ... Read More about Google Classroom Update: April 2016
Google Docs Keyboard Shortcuts
We've been a GAFE school for many years, and have been 1:1 with Chromebooks for two school years. My students and I STILL have problems remembering specific shortcuts and how to find specific tools in Google Docs, because many features are in different locations in Google and Microsoft products. To help everyone with this issue, I've created mini posters to display around my classroom that ... Read More about Google Docs Keyboard Shortcuts
How to Use Quizalize to Review with Your Students
Thank goodness for Twitter! I love stumbling upon new tools...especially game sites! I recently found Quizalize during a late night #edtech search, and I'm so glad I did! Like many formative, game-based websites, Quizalize allows teachers to create review games and activities for their students for FREE! Unlike Kahoot or Quizizz, Quizalize offers a marketplace for teachers to not only ... Read More about How to Use Quizalize to Review with Your Students
