This document summarizes the author's process of integrating technology into the classroom. It shows how the author was inspired by tools like Google Sites, Diigo, and tagxedo to create instructional pages, identify features of tools, explore eportfolios, and design units. The author also shares how exploring tools like Moodle, visualizations of data from the US Census Bureau, and online language learning sites have expanded their interests and pedagogy with technology.
Tech Tools for the classroom. Includes Professional Development Sources, Organization, Teacher Tools, Classroom Tools, Teacher Websites, Student Websites, and Educational Games
Tech Tools for the classroom. Includes Professional Development Sources, Organization, Teacher Tools, Classroom Tools, Teacher Websites, Student Websites, and Educational Games
ETUG Spring 2014 - My Toolbox is Full - How Why and When to use Digital Tools...BCcampus
The purpose of this workshop is to explore digital tools that can be used to facilitate communication, collaboration, critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity for online students. We will look at a variety of tools and examine how they can be used for formative learning activities as well as assessments. Participants will be given the opportunity to explore specific websites and applications, reflect on current practices, and consider the benefits and limitations of use. We will also address concerns for implementation, such as evaluating non-traditional assignments, guiding both tech-savvy and tech-wary students, and other issues, such as copyright and privacy concerns
Use of weblogs in Higher Education. Something more than just technology. Considerations and examples of using blogs as a teaching and learning processes.
This PD session covers Google Chrome, Google Drive, Google Voice, Remind.com, Google Powersearching, Google World Wonders Project, Google Hangouts, Google Maps, and Google Earth
Blended learning has many definitions and looks different in every classroom. In this session, we will explore the basics of establishing a blended learning environment in an elementary classroom. All the tools shared are available for free to educators.
ETUG Spring 2014 - My Toolbox is Full - How Why and When to use Digital Tools...BCcampus
The purpose of this workshop is to explore digital tools that can be used to facilitate communication, collaboration, critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity for online students. We will look at a variety of tools and examine how they can be used for formative learning activities as well as assessments. Participants will be given the opportunity to explore specific websites and applications, reflect on current practices, and consider the benefits and limitations of use. We will also address concerns for implementation, such as evaluating non-traditional assignments, guiding both tech-savvy and tech-wary students, and other issues, such as copyright and privacy concerns
Use of weblogs in Higher Education. Something more than just technology. Considerations and examples of using blogs as a teaching and learning processes.
This PD session covers Google Chrome, Google Drive, Google Voice, Remind.com, Google Powersearching, Google World Wonders Project, Google Hangouts, Google Maps, and Google Earth
Blended learning has many definitions and looks different in every classroom. In this session, we will explore the basics of establishing a blended learning environment in an elementary classroom. All the tools shared are available for free to educators.
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Editor's Notes
Were working on 2 major projects at the time: 1. Research papers 2. Portfolios. Goal – expand the audience and help students evaluate resources.
Evaluating resources was a consistent area of concern with students. A primary goal in having students conduct research projects was to learn more about a topic of interest in their program of study through reputable resources. Despite setting
