Implementing some kind of self-assessment is a very good thing, as it enables learners to judge the quality of their work.
http://www.teachthemenglish.com/2013/05/5-steps-to-using-self-assessment-in-the-classroom/
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Do We Actually Learn Anything From TED Talks?
Many of us have enjoyed watching TED talks, the online videos of scientists, artists, inventors and others talking about their work. But do we actually learn anything from them?
http://anniemurphypaul.com/2013/05/do-we-actually-learn-anything-from-ted-talks/…
New Study Uncovers What Teens Actually Share On Social Media
Ever wondered how students really act online? What they’re actually sharing with their friends? This new privacy study on what teens actually share on social media tells you everything.
http://edudemic.com/2013/05/what-teens-actually-share-on-social-media/
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How to create your own audiobooks
Whatever your motivation, creating your own audiobook isn’t that difficult. The following will walk you through the steps necessary to record the spoken word, capture it in digital audio, and convert it into the audiobook format.
http://gigaom.com/2013/05/25/how-to-create-your-own-audiobooks/…
How To Protect Yourself From Online Services Shutting Down
The old saying goes, if you’re not paying for it, you’re the product, has never rung more true than at these times when a company decides it no longer needs you, or has been acquired by a bigger outfit. Here …
10 Hot Social Networks to Watch
We’ve compiled a list of 10 social platforms with huge potential. Some are expanding rapidly; others have yet to launch. Would you use any of these services instead of Facebook?
http://mashable.com/2013/05/29/10-hot-social-networks/
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43 Great Free Tools For Teachers From edshelf
As a teacher who needs to buy your own chalk and paperclips, it’s nice to know there are oodles of free online resources you can use. Public school teacher Sarah Price shares her favorite free websites and mobile apps, such …
How to Enable Two-Factor Authentication on All Your Accounts
Normal password logins just check whether you know a password. Adding a second factor—in this case, checking something you have, your phone—means that even if your password is compromised your account is safe.
http://gizmodo.com/how-to-enable-two-factor-authentication-on-all-your-acc-510245714…
5 Reasons to Choose Vimeo Instead of YouTube
Vimeo, while on a smaller audience scale, has plenty of advantages over the streaming giant — especially for someone who’s looking to receive helpful feedback or showcase their work to a community of fellow filmmakers.
http://mashable.com/2013/05/30/vimeo-over-youtube/
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The Ultimate List of Educational Websites
A great compilation of useful educational websites, divided into categories.
Visually Curate Your Digital Magazine or Product Showcase with Clipzine
Clipzine is a content curation platform that you can curate and create a stylish reusable sharable portable content.
Using Mobile Technology in the Classroom and Beyond
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Presentation of the Week: 30 New Webapps in 30 Minutes 2013
How To Use Wikipedia in the Classroom Responsibly
Learn how educators can responsibly integrate Wikipedia into their lessons.
http://www.fractuslearning.com/2013/05/13/wikipedia-in-the-classroom/
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How Texting Is Changing Your Grammar
From OMG to LOL, there’s no denying that texting has changed the way we communicate with each other. It’s safe to say that a new language has been born: text talk. This language is so widely used that it’s now …