Looking to build your website without any code, but not too keen on WordPress? Try these CMS.
https://www.makeuseof.com/open-source-wordpress-alternatives/…
Audiobooks for Students: Listening to What the Research Says
Audiobooks have grown increasingly popular but some educators are still hesitant to encourage their use. This may be a mistake.
https://www.techlearning.com/news/audiobooks-for-students-listening-to-what-the-research-says
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Five Ideas for Using Google Jamboard This Fall
Jamboard can be used to host group brainstorming sessions. In larger classes I break students into smaller groups and have each group work on a specific page within the Jamboard session. At the end of the session we review the …
Students pay the price for hybrid model of schooling, say parents, experts
Proponents say hybrid system offers flexibility to move between in-person and online learning.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hybrid-learning-2021-2022-1.6146818…
Why Should You Use Multiple Web Browsers?
Many people use multiple web browsers, but you might be wondering why. Here’s a look at some of the reasons to do just that.
Opinion: Computer chips are getting so advanced, companies are using artificial intelligence to make them
The introduction of AI in chip design is a necessity for performance and efficiency.
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Microsoft will release Windows 11 on October 5th
Microsoft is announcing that Windows 11 will be released on October 5th. The new operating system will be available as a free upgrade for eligible Windows 10 PCs, or on new hardware that ships with Windows 11 pre-loaded.
https://www.theverge.com/2021/8/31/22649940/windows-11-release-date-features-devices-free-upgrade
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The Teams “live event” feature to showcase student talent
To organize a large-scale event open to external participants, at no cost, I used the Teams live event extension. For a science fair or a student conference, I recommend it!
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History of Cybersecurity in Education in a Blip
Here, we take a closer look at the history of cybersecurity in education and highlight some of the turning points that led us to the spot we are in today. Let’s get started.
https://www.lmspulse.com/2021/history-of-cybersecurity-in-education-in-a-blip/…
Everything You Need to Know About Brave’s New Privacy-Focused Search Engine
Brave is an open-source browser based on the Chromium project. Brave rose to fame as a browser focused on privacy and anonymity. In June, the company launched the beta version of its own search engine that prioritizes privacy above all …
New study examines privacy and security perceptions of online education proctoring services
Students express concern about the amount and the personal nature of information shared with exam proctoring companies.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/08/210805180657.htm…
5 Teacher’s Tools to Better Engage Online Students
Finding it difficult to engage your students online and keep their interest? Here are 5 tools teachers can use to engage their online students.
https://www.makeuseof.com/teachers-tools-better-engage-online-students/…
The Canadian Geographic Made This Interactive Indigenous Peoples Atlas Free for Teachers
Canadian Geographic offers this awesome interactive Indigenous Peoples Atlas for free. This is definitely a great addition to our back to school resources. The Atlas is designed and enhanced to be used directly with students in class. It contains four …
Bringing Distance Learning Tools into the Classroom
As we are transitioning back into physical learning environments, are you doing away with the online materials created during the pandemic and going back to printed handouts? Or are you looking for innovative and effective ways to integrate some of …
Fifteen Tools for Creating Mind Maps and Flowcharts
An updated list of mind mapping and flowchart creation tools.
https://www.freetech4teachers.com/2021/08/fifteen-tools-for-creating-mind-maps.html…