The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 11, 2018

Karen Bosch on episode 288 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Karen Bosch explains why Merge Cubes are so hot, how they are being used in classrooms, and how she’s using them to build critical thinking and creativity in her school. We can do that.”.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 8, 2019

Product Review: Features, Lesson Plan Ideas, and Tips From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Adobe Premiere Rush is a simple to use video creation tool that includes powerful camera features, video editing, and publishing features. This blog post is sponsored by Adobe. Here’s how.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 29, 2017

Leslie Fisher on episode 198 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Now, I started blogging eleven years ago, maybe it was more. But before I was blogging at all, I was attending sessions with Leslie Fisher. Blog: Leslie Fisher.

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Kathy Schrock

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

Pete Birkinshaw, Used Punchcard, [link] So, when Robo ™ Wunderkind asked me to review their Education Robotics Kit for elementary students, ages 6 to 12, they were happy to hear I was no expert, since the kit was so easy to use! It was a simple process that students, once shown how to do it, would be able to complete.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 5, 2017

Jarrod Robinson, the PE Geek, shares on episode 70 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Blog: [link]. Scroll down to read the transcript for how he uses these apps or listen now. Want to hear another episode on movement in schools? BAM Video Delay.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 13, 2019

They are easy to use but do a run-through at the beginning of the school year to familiarize students with it — especially older elementary and middle school. It works on Chrome and Firefox, iOS, and Android mobile devices. Webroom.net.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 15, 2017

Episode 127 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Today Donnie Piercey @mrpiercey , co-author of the Google Cardboard Book , shows how we can add simple augmented reality to our classrooms. How to update Google Streetview Images. Sponsor: Owl Eyes.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 10, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. How about one that parents can use to translate homework so they can help their children? Blog: [link] Twitter: @ TechTosas. Did you know there is a tool that will translate your parent newsletters? Bios as Submitted. Teresa Magpayo Castro.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

To find one for mobile devices, check the Android or App store. How do you use a QR Coder? For example, if the student forgets how to solve a math problem, the QR code will take them to help. Some phones and mobile devices come with QR coders already installed. In fact, iOS 11 will have one built in through the camera app.

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Graphite Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2015

They can browse through posted projects or templates for ideas of what's possible or watch how-to videos. Price: $2.99; Platform: Android, iOS; Grades: Pre-K–2 MarcoPolo Weather is a digital sandbox tool that emphasizes exploration and open play with colorful characters, fun sound effects, and lots of interactivity.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 26, 2015

Most elementary age kids I know love math, but that changes when they matriculate to middle school. Created by iMagine Machine for iOS and Android, in this app, kindergarten through third graders use their knowledge of geometry to stop the Evil Bookenriders from destroying the Land of Venn. How to Gamify Your Classroom (a lesson plan).

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Shake Up Learning

JANUARY 30, 2017

We also have some Google news and updates to share, and some great resources from our blogs. You can play the first episode using the player below, or subscribe on iOS , Android , Stitcher or RSS. You can subscribe to the Podcast on iOS , Android , Stitcher or RSS. Google’s Keyword Blog: https://blog.google/.

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EdTechTeacher

MAY 13, 2015

This free, new app for iOS – and soon coming to Android – is a well crafted educational adventure game that explores the cardiovascular system by examining how it is affected by healthy living. iPads in the Elementary Classroom. Meet Ragnar! A friendly 3 eyed monster who needs students’ help! The iPad Classroom.

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EdTechTeacher

MARCH 23, 2015

At Dayton Hall Elementary School in Charleston, South Carolina, kindergarten teacher and Apple Distinguished Educator, Kristi Meeuwse, chose to pilot Tangible Play by Osmo because it is hands on and manipulative in nature. Are you wondering how you can implement game education in your school? Game #2 – Osmo Tangible Play Words.

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NeverEndingSearch

AUGUST 15, 2017

This year, I asked folks in my network about their plans on this Padlet and I scanned the blogs I regularly follow. In a Seesaw Blog Ideas post , Alison Murphy shares several examples for using these games right out of the box or follow instructions to personaliz[ing] your own plan: Seesaw Go! Engagement. Gamification.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 17, 2015

Don’t expect to intuit how to use it. There’s a detailed video explaining how to do this. Sonocent offers a school pack that includes lesson plans and sample files for elementary and high school. Availability: 5/5 (iOS, PC, Mac, Web, Android in beta). This is a robust tool with a rich learning curve.

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Adam Welcome

MAY 22, 2016

What are we doing in our schools to help kids grow their Android/IOS development skills? How many schools are helping to support kids with social media strategy? Kids should be developing these skills while they're still in high school, college and heck why not even elementary school! In his recent blog post “An unknown future?

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Graphite Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2019

They include everything from operating systems, like iOS, Windows, or Android, to robust applications like Office or Photoshop, to web-based programs like Netflix or Instagram, to games like Minecraft or Candy Crush. First, it teaches students how to be digital creators -- to create their own websites, apps, and programs.

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EdTechSandyK

APRIL 8, 2014

Distict #1 : Principal of an elementary school shared that as part of their 1:1 initiative, they want to create a bank of lessons created by students based on [link] which Alan shared last time. Have narrowed down to four vendors to try iPads, Android tablets, Windows 8 tablets, Chromebooks. What you can say: I like that because.

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EdTechTeacher

AUGUST 7, 2015

She had her students use the Magnetic ABC app in conjunction with Book Creator (iPads/Android/Windows) to create Sight Word books. How To Writing. Meghan’s How To Writing & App Smashing. Particularly with older elementary students, consider having them create their own vocabulary books. Teacher Activity Book.

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Learning in Hand

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Learn how to use the iPad apps “Book Creator” and “Creative Book Builder” to create and share enhanced/multimedia eBooks using DropBox for free cloud storage/distribution. However, what does that look like for early elementary grades (K-3)? Receive practical tips to implement your own PBL projects. If You Challenge Them.

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Tech Helpful

DECEMBER 29, 2016

One of the things shared was the list of "tried and true" technology usage by grade level at our elementary school. You will immediately see that our teachers have access to iPads and many of their choices are iOS apps but often there are web versions and android apps for these as well. She rocked it! Works on any device.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 25, 2014

Tell a Friend / Colleague The conference is open to ALL, so please tweet, blog, email, or shout at your friends and colleagues to let them know about us. To see the conference schedule in your own time zone, and for instructions on how to click through and enter a session, please go to our schedule page.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

APRIL 16, 2019

When a child begins to use technology, especially technology connected to the Internet, they must also learn how to protect themselves and learn wellness. Currently, I am the Computer and Technology Teacher for over 450 elementary students at a STEM Charter School. Edublogs is a safe way for students to create blogs.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Creating a classroom website or blog is one way towards this goal but is not the only one. Some of the titles I found really intriguing include: Elementary School Newspaper template, Students Online Newspaper template, Modern Classroom Newspaper template, and Classic Newspaper template.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

OCTOBER 27, 2019

Check out my Coding Activities on my blog. Upper elementary to 12th grade will enjoy Code.org and Made With Code. Find projects open to students and the public at SciStarter.com , Zooniverse.org , and the iNaturalist iOS/Android app.?. Students can create games and learn coding! Find science recipes here !

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

That’s newspapers, evening news, and anything considered ‘mainstream media’ They prefer blogs, Twitter, and Facebook. How Stuff Works. How Stuff Works, available on the web, iPads, and Android, is an award-winning source of unbiased, reliable, easy-to-understand explanations of how the world actually works.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 28, 2020

Check out my Coding Activities on my blog. Upper elementary to 12th grade will enjoy Code.org and Made With Code. Find projects open to students and the public at SciStarter.com , Zooniverse.org , and the iNaturalist iOS/Android app.? Students can create games and learn coding! Click here for more coding apps and web tools !

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edWeb.net

MAY 5, 2019

One of the challenges that school districts face is how to effectively communicate with non-native speaking and hard of hearing parents and students. The Microsoft translator app available on both IOS and Android devices creates an inclusive communication and classroom experience through multiple translation options. Communication.

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Graphite Blog

OCTOBER 22, 2015

For each, we've also included some of "pro tips" for how to get the most out of each feature. A few recommended Top Picks lists: 10 Best Science Tools for Elementary. 10 Best Math Tools for Elementary. A few recommended Top Picks lists: 10 Best Science Tools for Elementary. 10 Best Math Tools for Elementary.

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Learning in Hand

DECEMBER 4, 2014

Elementary School Samples Middle School Samples High School Samples I have so say that finding products made through project based learning is difficult. You probably don’t want to have to teach students how to use an app or website. It''s best when students can figure out how to use it themselves. Audio & Video.

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EdTechSandyK

OCTOBER 10, 2013

Information on implementing Android Anonymous Inst Tech Coordinator from a Fast Growing suburban school district. Just moved in to new elementary schools. Help teachers learn how to assess apps. In elementary classrooms - iPads seem to be the device of choice. . * Implementing 1:1 for 3rd through 12th grade students.

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Graphite Blog

MARCH 17, 2016

For each, we've also included some tips on how to get the most out of each feature. Best Common Core ELA Tools for Elementary Schoolers. Sometimes you have something very specific in mind, whether it's a tool you've used or a unique need (such as Android apps for grammar practice). Let us know in the comments.

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Doug Levin

MARCH 19, 2017

But school district leaders are not of one mind of how to best spend the money. Tagged on: March 17, 2017 Google's Family Link unlocks Android for kids | CNET → "We don't want kids thinking Google has built spyware.," " says Google Family Link manager Saurabh Sharma. There is reason to wonder, nonetheless.

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Graphite Blog

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

Start with the Google Cardboard headset (it's only $15), and whether you're using iOS, Android, Chromebooks, or iPads, we've curated an assortment of apps and lesson plans to try out with your students. If you've already tried it out, are you looking for more app and lesson plan ideas? Either way, we've got you covered.

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Graphite Blog

DECEMBER 21, 2016

Price: $1.99; Platform: Android, iOS; Grades: Pre-K–3. Price: $7.99; Platform: iOS, Android; Grades: 1–4. Zearn has two big strengths that set it apart from other elementary digital math curricula. annually; Platform: Android, iOS; Grades: 6–12. HangArt: Play Hangman, Draw Pictures, Tell Stories.

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Hack Education

JULY 8, 2016

Via Fortune : “ Android Co-Founder To Lead Google ’s New Education Project.” ” “ Safety, Risk, and Informed Decisions ” – Common Sense Media’s Bill Fitzgerald writes about how to evaluate the privacy of ed-tech software (and how to evaluate Common Sense Media’s privacy evaluations ).

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