Author: Rafael Scapin

This short presentation introduces major elements of the metaverse, outlines some applications for education, discusses how it may be combined with other technologies for advanced applications, and outlines some issues and concerns.

https://www.downes.ca/presentation/561…

Online classroom timers are web-based tools to use in your class to measure time. These tools have a number of pedagogical benefits. Using timers with students will absolutely help them develop an intuitive sense of time and will help them …

A new study says college students may prefer the flexibility of hybrid classes—but that doesn’t mean they want to leave campus.

https://www.edsurge.com/news/2022-05-12-is-hybrid-learning-here-to-stay-in-higher-ed

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How to Sync Page Tabs Between Google Chrome, Firefox, and Edge

If you use different internet browsers, you might find it difficult to keep track of your tabs. Luckily, you can sync everything.

https://www.makeuseof.com/sync-tabs-between-internet-browsers/

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Ziplet fits in a gap between tools like Kahoot and Google Classroom. For that reason it could be a good tool for engaging students in discussions about assignments, course topics, or the general feeling of the class.

https://www.freetech4teachers.com/2022/05/ziplet-now-integrates-with-microsoft.html…

Using Google Docs’ new Auto-Generated Summaries feature, you can summarize long documents and highlight important information. Here’s how it works!

https://www.makeuseof.com/how-google-docs-auto-generated-summaries-work/…

It is possible to program a macro in Word that would search and highlight a list of words or expressions from a reference file. Then, all that would be left for me to do is to come up with a …

New classroom technology integration is a great way to make learning relevant. Here are start-up and equipment tips for teaching with technology through video podcasting.

https://techlog360.com/teaching-with-technology-by-video-podcasting…

Hugo is a static site generator that you can use to build content-focussed, fast websites. Learn all about what Hugo can do for you.

https://www.makeuseof.com/hugo-static-site-generator/…

A pilot program, designed in part by educators at Sanford Underground Research Facility, is introducing computational thinking into elementary school curricula.

https://www.symmetrymagazine.org/article/think-like-a-computer

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Problems with cellphones have followed the same pattern, adding to the entertainment factor as well as universal expectations of constant connectivity and communication. With the evolution of cellphones over the past 30 years, from novelty to necessity to entitlement to …

Microsoft has announced a lineup of adaptive accessories which are meant to augment or replace the regular keyboards and mice that people with disabilities could struggle to use. The lineup consists of three different devices: the Adaptive Mouse, Adaptive Buttons, …

Testmoz is an excellent web tool that allows you to create auto graded tests and quizzes. Testmoz supports different question types including fill in the blank, matching, ordering, short answer, numeric, essay, true/false, and more. You can also upload pre-made …

The value of location-based reminders is that they’re not dependent on time. If I’m stuck in traffic and get to school a little later than I planned, the reminder doesn’t appear when I’m still sitting in my car and can’t …

 If you loved using SMART Boards a decade ago, you’ll want to check out how these interactive flat panels are better than ever. The physical display has evolved from a touch-surface and projector to a flat-panel display. SMART Notebook – …