The other day I managed to pass a couple of Twitter milestones, 500 followers and 3000 tweets, and I made me really stop and think about how this thing that many of us use named Twitter has affected my life …
100 Educational iOS Apps
Mobile devices are transforming the way teachers are teaching and students are learning. This alphabetical list covers a wide variety of areas of interest to teachers and students alike.
http://www.techlearning.com/default.aspx?tabid=67&entryid=5506
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20 Chrome Apps & Extensions for Teachers and Students
A good compilation of useful and interesting apps and extensions for teachers and students.
http://www.freetech4teachers.com/2013/03/20-chrome-apps-extensions-for-teachers.html
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30+ Really Useful Infographics Tools & Resources
Whether you’re just looking for simple online charting tools or seeking complex data visualization software, the list below has got you covered!
http://www.webadvantage.net/webadblog/30-really-useful-infographic-tools-resources-4453
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Presentation of the Week: Facebook for Learning
Use data to build better schools
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7 Essential Tools for a Flipped Classroom
The following tools are listed from most basic to most sophisticated and can be used alone or in tandem to make flipped classrooms more engaging.
http://gettingsmart.com/cms/blog/2013/03/7-essential-tools-for-a-flipped-classroom…
RealtimeBoard- A Great Tool for Visual Collaboration
RealtimeBoard is an endless online whiteboard where you can upload images, draw, add text, post notes and comments and save the results instantly. It is a great web tool for collaborative work as it allows users to invite people and …
The Amplify Tablet: A Device Custom Made For Teachers And Students
The Amplify tablet is specifically built for classrooms. Read below the bullet points to know about.
http://edudemic.com/2013/03/the-amplify-tablet-a-device-custom-made-for-teachers-and-students/…
How Should Social Media Be Taught in Schools?
The power of connected learning expands the classroom to infinity and beyond, but students still need a teacher’s guidance.
http://www.edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2013/03/how-should-social-media-be-taught-schools…
5 Tech Myths Debunked: Cell Phones Don’t Cause Cancer & More
Technology is as susceptible to myths as any other niche. The complexity of the subject, combined with the rapid introduction of new, unfamiliar innovations, creates a perfect breeding ground for misunderstanding. Let’s set these tech myths straight.
http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/5-tech-myths-debunked-cell-phones-dont-cause-cancer-more/…
How Technology Is Changing Traditional Learning Methods
MOOCs, flipped classrooms and blended models are stirring up higher education.
Skype Announces Free Group Video Calling for Teachers
As of March 6th, existing members of Skype in the classroom or new registrants can use Skype’s Group Video Calling free of charge.
The Best Mockup Tools To Plan Your Dream Site
Planning and mapping out your project is a crucial step in creating your idea. Our five favorite mockup tools are below along with more info so you can decide which is best for you.
Bill Gates’ classroom of the future
If you fast-forward a decade, classrooms and lessons might look a little different, according to Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates.
http://money.cnn.com/2013/03/08/technology/innovation/bill-gates-education/index.html…