Keeping educators on the cutting edge
A few weeks ago there was an article by Michael Godsey that was originally published on the Atlantic and was heavily circulated among the Education/EdTech circles. My take away from that essay was; here is a […]
With the technology that kids are using on a daily basis, at home and in school, a good pair of headphones is an absolute must have. Headphones allow children to use their computers or tablets without […]
When Colorado-based occupational therapist Ilga Paul began working with special needs students, she knew the Yoga Calm program she taught would benefit their motor skills and ability to concentrate and control their emotions. What she didn’t […]
This week’s #FractusReads is a brand new book from cutting edge educators Alice Keeler and Libbi Miller. 50 Things You Can Do With Google Classroom is an in depth practical guide to the ever-popular and ever-evolving Google Classroom. As two teachers using technology […]
When everything works well, classroom projectors are the epicentre of the best digital learning spaces. A shared portal to engaging media where every student can be focused and actively involved. When they don’t work well, classroom projectors are the source of […]
A lot has been written and passionately discussed on learning styles. From Cynthia Ulrich Tobias’s hugely popular book, The Way They Learn all the way through to dismissing and rethinking the concept all together. While learning styles continue to be a topic […]
One of the little secrets of Amazon is the huge catalogue of free and drastically discounted books that are available for digital download. Whether you plan on viewing with a Kindle, a Fire Tablet or using the free Kindle […]
In 2000, I began my career in education. At that point in time, it was just that, a career. I did the job. I went to school, worked with students, and went home to grade papers […]
Magnetic building toys are among the most popular STEM construction options for a number of simple reasons. They are robust and affordable. There are no batteries required (magnets are always on). And they straddle a number of important engineering […]
It’s finally spring, but with the end of school fast approaching, it’s just so close to summer for many of us. If your students are anything like my sweet first graders, they’re itching for that last […]