Hello, friends! I have exciting RefME news to share with you today! As you know, I have been a HUGE fan of RefME for quite some time. This fabulous tool has always provided an amazing and reliable citation tool that allows students to add sources from multiple platforms. When I write a post about RefME, I always feel like I'm gushing to you through my blog ... I really can't say enough awesome ... Read More about NEW RefME Options & Q&A!
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How to Use HSTRY in the Classroom
My summer school Western Civilizations I class just completed a timeline project over Roman Emperors, using HSTRY...and their presentations were fantastic! HSTRY is an online interactive timeline creator that is (somewhat) free and very easy to use. One of my favorite features of HSTRY is that teachers and students can create an account using their GAFE credentials. You and I know this ... Read More about How to Use HSTRY in the Classroom
Teaching with Technology’s Favorite Twitter “Things”
Welcome to another addition of Teaching with Technology's favorite things! Today, I focus on my favorite Twitter hashtags and "tweeachers" to follow for ideas, inspiration, and professional development. It's time to grow your PLN! Let's get to it! #hashtags ... or as my mom calls them, pound signs :) Just in case you're unfamiliar with Twitter and hashtags ... think of these as search tags on ... Read More about Teaching with Technology’s Favorite Twitter “Things”
Google Slides – Not Just for Presentations!
It's no secret that Google has some pretty great tools available, especially for classroom use. GAFE has opened so many doors in my classroom, and I'm excited to share how I use Google Slides to create so much MORE than presentations! When I started blogging in January of 2014, I used Microsoft Word and Paint to create images for my blog. It's fun to look back at those old posts and see ... Read More about Google Slides – Not Just for Presentations!
Creating a Database with Google Sites
At the end of the year, I feel like I find myself searching for new or different tools/activities even more than I normally do. Why? Simply because I need to find something new or different to motivate my students. The light at the end of the school year tunnel is getting bigger, the weather is a tad nicer (sometimes - I mean, I do live in Missouri), and inside the four walls of a classroom is ... Read More about Creating a Database with Google Sites