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spike in coronavirus cases, which currently numbers around 118 cases in 16 states , is leaving the edtech conference industry with an existential (if not quite Shakespearean) question at the start of its busy events season: to host or not to host? The recent U.S. MORE
Google Jamboard is a fun interactive app. You just download it on Google Play or iTunes and use it with your touch Chromebook or iPad after listening to Tom Mullaney share how it works. Google Jamboard. Now Tom, you and I have talked about two technologies that you’re particularly excited about with Chromebooks — Google Jamboard and Google Expeditions. Now first of all, I have never heard of Google Jamboard. Google Jamboard is a free app. MORE
The post 10 Google Tips for Remote Learning appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this post, I’m going to show you 10 Google Tips for Remote Learning. Most schools have come to rely heavily on Google and G Suite for Education tools. 10 Google Tips for Remote Learning. MORE
The post Must-Have Google Skills for Teachers (Part 1 – Chrome) – SULS0103 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this episode, I’m sharing the must-have Google skills for teachers who use the Google Chrome web browser or Chromebooks. Google Templates. MORE
prepare for online and blended learning, more and more schools are relying on Google Classroom and Google Meet to deliver online lessons and assignments. In this post, I will share how to integrate Google Classroom with Google Meet. What is Google Meet? MORE
Google has many free incredible apps and tools that work on any device to support and promote collaboration. I have found great success integrating Google Drive with Google Hangouts. My tip is to create a Google class account associated with a class Youtube channel. By having your Google class gmail and plus account you can make sure all those videos go to your channel! Collaborative Learning with Google Hangouts from Shelly Sanchez Terrell. MORE
The post How to Access Files Offline in Google Drive appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Sometimes we need to work on our Google Drive files when we don’t have an Internet connection. How to Access Files Offline in Google Drive. Google Sheets. Google Slides. MORE
It occured to me that not only are the wide variety of acronyms found in the world of EdTech confusing ( I did a post on organizations in that regard ), but indeed there is quite a bit of overlap — as well as misuse — of terms that can make navigating the literature (in particular online literature) on the subject of EdTech confusing and unhelpful. EdTech definitions every teacher should know. A while ago we received a comment on a post about Augmented Reality. MORE
Even without an Internet connection students learn a lot with mobile devices, laptops, and other technologies. This summer I will be publishing my new book, Hacking Digital Learning Strategies: 10 Ways to Launch EdTech Missions in Your Classroom , which describes the process of teaching with learning missions in more detail. Offline activities with mobile devices from Shelly Sanchez Terrell. Google Apps and Evernote can be downloaded and used offline. MORE
Seven years ago, Google’s artificial intelligence technology was barely able to identify cat videos with passable precision. Those are among the social issues addressed by 20 non-profit and educational institutions that are getting grants from the Google AI Impact Challenge , announced today at the company’s annual I/O developer conference. The tool essentially allows teachers to send messages via text, web or mobile app that can be automatically translated into 25 languages. MORE
Ed Tech edtech educational technology gafe google cardboard mobile learning virtual reality vrVirtual reality used to be the thing of science fiction books and movies. Now, it’s inexpensive, works with the technology we carry in our pockets, and can transform us to real and imaginary places. I remember watching Marty McFly sit at his table in “Back to the Future Part 2”, watching TV with virtual reality [.]. MORE
Teachers are looking for easy and helpful resources, and right now with so much going on searching for the best solutions can be overwhelming, and Rachelle is a great resource to tap into for all things EdTech. If you don’t have Google Docs, just use this PDF. MORE
If you own a smartphone or tablet, you should be using Mobile Nations. Mobile Nations is a group of web sites that each focus on a mobile operating systems. These sites are great for anyone who uses a mobile system, including teachers, students, and others. EdTech and IT personnel can find help information, reviews, and more to help them use these devices. There are 4 sites/communities based on different mobile systems. Follow me on Twitter and Google MORE
Leah LaCrosse shares six edtech ideas science teachers can start using today to improve learning and excite students about science. 6 Super Science Edtech Ideas. It might be typing up your notes in a Google Doc. Like our mobile devices, especially in science, is using that camera feature and having the students like capture a photo and annotate over the top of it. Use the camera feature on any mobile device. MORE
Google Drive [link]. DJI Phone Camera Gimbal from OSMO Mobile [link] – the price has dropped from $399 to $299 from when I bought it so the price I stated in the podcast is actually lower now – a handheld “tripod” for smartphones. Google Calendar [link]. A special Valentine's Day Episode of 10MT with Links to Tools and Tech I Use From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. MORE
Yes, you can afford a few wearables or Google Cardboards in your class. Example- reading station then a map exploration station of the place you read about then the Google Cardboard station where you visit the location in virtual reality. With Google Cardboard you can get students to travel to different countries or sites and introduce them to various cultures using virtual reality. Get resources, help and ideas in the Google Cardboard Teacher Community. MORE
Today Kasey Bell @shakeuplearning sits down to talk about the hot trends at ISTE 2017 including lots of Google stuff, new AR news, Google Keep, touch Screen Chromebooks, and more news. Google classroom. Google Keep. Co-host of The Google Teacher Tribe Podcast. Author of The Teacher’s Guide to Google Classroom. Google Certified Innovator. Google Certified Trainer. 3 EdTech Blog. #3 3 EdTech and E-Learning Influencer on Twitter. MORE
Create a basic QR code easily even on your mobile device that leads to a link, a message or any text, your contact details, or your location. is a website to easily create QR codes and attach to any Google App, such as Slides, Spreadsheets, Forms, and more! Effective Technology Integration Mobile Learning Curiosity edtech mlearning mobile learning qr qr codes STEAM STEM MORE
The post Google Workspace for Education (and other updates you need to know!) – SULS099 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. During “ Learning with Google ,” a free online learning event for educators, Google shared a lot of updates to our favorite Google products. MORE
She didn’t have a Gmail account, let alone familiarity with Google Classroom. A spare bedroom—our family’s “teacher’s lounge”—has a wall covered with Post-it notes with login credentials, a mobile whiteboard schedule and a count-to-100 handmade poster. MORE
The post Winter Magnetic Poetry with Google Slides appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Let’s have some fun with Winter Magnetic Poetry with Google Slides! The first one was Collaborative Magnetic Poetry with Google Drawings. The second one was the Halloween version: Halloween Magnetic Poetry with Google Drawings. Google Drawings v. Google Slides. The first versions were shared in Google Drawings. Winter Magentic Poetry with Google Slides. MORE
Richard Byrne has created some great charts comparing EdTech tools over at his blog, He has charts comparing: Alternatives to Google Image Search Backchannel and informal assessment tools Building classroom websites Building classroom blogs Creating multimedia textbooks Creating multimedia quizzes Audio editing tools Multimedia timeline tools Mind-mapping tools Mobile video creation apps Head on over and take a look. Follow me on Twitter and Google+. MORE
GAFE – Google Apps For Education (include Google Docs, Google Sites etc). MLD – Mobile Learning Devices. MLearning – Mobile Learning. Tagged: acronym , acronyms , edtech , education , exxample , learning , tech , technology , terms. education acronym acronyms edtech exxample learning tech technology termsThe amount of new acronyms in the educational technology world is staggering… and often overwhelming for educators. MORE
The post It’s Not About Google (Part 4) – SULS047 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Even when we love technology and Google tools, we have to remember that it’s NOT about Google. Also works on mobile.). Dynamic Learning with Google (Part 3). MORE
Scroll for the sections- Google Tools, Technology Updates, Resources, and Smart Tools. If you enjoyed these finds, you may want to get your copy of The 30 Goals for Teachers or Learning to Go , which has digital and mobile activities and handouts. ebook, Learning to Go , which has digital/mobile activities for any device and editable/printable handouts and rubrics. Vol 1:1, click here to read the other EduGems issues ! MORE
The post Must-Have Google Skills for Teachers (Part 3 – Google Drive) – SULS0105 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this episode, I’m sharing the must-have Google Drive skills for teachers. Google Drive is much more than just cloud storage. MORE
The post 5 Ways to Use the Google Docs Explore Tool appeared first on Shake Up Learning. The Google Docs Explore tool brings you quick access to your Drive files, web search, images, recommendations and more. The features vary across applications so this post will focus on how this tool works inside Google Docs. In this post, you will learn 5 Ways to Use the Google Docs Explore Tool. 5 Ways to Use the Google Docs Explore Tool! gsuiteedu #edtech Click To Tweet. MORE
Soon, schools would be inundated with sales pitches from edtech companies, and it didn’t take long before they started pushing back against those that seemed predatory. For the edtech industry, the pandemic poses a paradox. The pandemic came early to Seattle. MORE
Will more schools embrace student-centric mobile devices? Now, we know that edtech has been proven to improve test scores and overall classroom engagement. But, how does the 2010 vision for edTech match what’s actually happening today? “There will be more momentum for mobile devices in classrooms with an eye toward affordable alternatives to traditional 1:1 rollouts.” Globally, edtech spending is predicted to reach $252 Billion by 2020. MORE
The education world is starting to get used to Google Classroom. Since then, the updates have come fast and furious, and as of January 2017, Google Classroom has more than 70 million users: students, teachers and others. Ed Tech edtech educational technology feedback g suite for education google apps for education google classroom googleedu mobile app notificationsIt was released in August 2014 to much fanfare and basic features. MORE
The mobile devices so many students are equipped with have plenty of processing power — and plenty of potential to amplify learning. Google Teacher Tribe cell phones edtech educational technology g suite Google Apps google teacher tribe googleedu gsuiteedu gttribe mobile learningStudents carry these high-tech devices to school in their pockets all the time. Cell phones. MORE
The post 10 Google Classroom Tips for Remote Learning appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Many teachers are jumping on board with Google Classroom right now, sink or swim! So in this post, I am going to give you 10 Google Classroom tips for remote learning. MORE
” These were the sounds that could be heard in my classroom when we tried Google Expeditions this week! Google Expeditions is a virtual reality tech tool that lets you and your class go on excursions around the world from the comfort of your classroom… and it’s all because of virtual reality (VR). Tagged: edtech , education , GAFE , google expeditions , teaching , tech , technology , virtual reality , VR. “Wow! Amazing! Ohhhhhh! Wooaahhh!” MORE
Kasey Bell teaches us eight great ways to use Google Slides. From stop motion to video controls and cool add-ins for formative assessment and graphics, learn about this Swiss Army Knife of Google tools – Google Slides. Kasey Bell’s Google Certification courses are open for enrollment from May 28 until June 10, 2018. Kasey Bell’s 8 Great Ways to Use Google Slides. What tricks do teachers get really excited about in Google Slides? 3 EdTech Blog. #3 MORE
Scroll for the sections- Google Tools, Technology Updates, Resources, and Smart Tools. If you enjoyed these finds, you may want to get your copy of The 30 Goals for Teachers or Learning to Go , which has digital and mobile activities and handouts. ebook, Learning to Go , which has digital/mobile activities for any device and editable/printable handouts and rubrics. Vol 1:1, click here to read the other EduGems issues ! MORE
The post Create a Google Classroom Custom Header with Google Drawings appeared first on Shake Up Learning. How to Create a Google Classroom Custom Banner. Google has made great strides in updating this application based on the feedback submitted by educators like you. MORE
Ditch That Textbook
NOVEMBER 27, 2017
The mobile devices so many students are equipped with have plenty of processing power — and plenty of potential to amplify learning. Google Teacher Tribe cell phones edtech educational technology g suite Google Apps google teacher tribe googleedu gsuiteedu gttribe mobile learningStudents carry these high-tech devices to school in their pockets all the time. Cell phones.
The CoolCatTeacher
OCTOBER 20, 2020
Teachers are looking for easy and helpful resources, and right now with so much going on searching for the best solutions can be overwhelming, and Rachelle is a great resource to tap into for all things EdTech. If you don’t have Google Docs, just use this PDF.
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Teacher Reboot Camp
JUNE 14, 2017
Even without an Internet connection students learn a lot with mobile devices, laptops, and other technologies. This summer I will be publishing my new book, Hacking Digital Learning Strategies: 10 Ways to Launch EdTech Missions in Your Classroom , which describes the process of teaching with learning missions in more detail. Offline activities with mobile devices from Shelly Sanchez Terrell. Google Apps and Evernote can be downloaded and used offline.
Ditch That Textbook
SEPTEMBER 25, 2017
The education world is starting to get used to Google Classroom. Since then, the updates have come fast and furious, and as of January 2017, Google Classroom has more than 70 million users: students, teachers and others. Ed Tech edtech educational technology feedback g suite for education google apps for education google classroom googleedu mobile app notificationsIt was released in August 2014 to much fanfare and basic features.
EdTech4Beginners
APRIL 2, 2017
GAFE – Google Apps For Education (include Google Docs, Google Sites etc). MLD – Mobile Learning Devices. MLearning – Mobile Learning. Tagged: acronym , acronyms , edtech , education , exxample , learning , tech , technology , terms. education acronym acronyms edtech exxample learning tech technology termsThe amount of new acronyms in the educational technology world is staggering… and often overwhelming for educators.
The CoolCatTeacher
FEBRUARY 20, 2018
Google Jamboard is a fun interactive app. You just download it on Google Play or iTunes and use it with your touch Chromebook or iPad after listening to Tom Mullaney share how it works. Google Jamboard. Now Tom, you and I have talked about two technologies that you’re particularly excited about with Chromebooks — Google Jamboard and Google Expeditions. Now first of all, I have never heard of Google Jamboard. Google Jamboard is a free app.
Shake Up Learning
APRIL 13, 2021
The post Must-Have Google Skills for Teachers (Part 3 – Google Drive) – SULS0105 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this episode, I’m sharing the must-have Google Drive skills for teachers. Google Drive is much more than just cloud storage.
Ditch That Textbook
AUGUST 18, 2016
Ed Tech edtech educational technology gafe google cardboard mobile learning virtual reality vrVirtual reality used to be the thing of science fiction books and movies. Now, it’s inexpensive, works with the technology we carry in our pockets, and can transform us to real and imaginary places. I remember watching Marty McFly sit at his table in “Back to the Future Part 2”, watching TV with virtual reality [.].
Teacher Reboot Camp
MAY 20, 2015
Scroll for the sections- Google Tools, Technology Updates, Resources, and Smart Tools. If you enjoyed these finds, you may want to get your copy of The 30 Goals for Teachers or Learning to Go , which has digital and mobile activities and handouts. ebook, Learning to Go , which has digital/mobile activities for any device and editable/printable handouts and rubrics. Vol 1:1, click here to read the other EduGems issues !
Shake Up Learning
MARCH 30, 2021
The post Must-Have Google Skills for Teachers (Part 1 – Chrome) – SULS0103 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this episode, I’m sharing the must-have Google skills for teachers who use the Google Chrome web browser or Chromebooks. Google Templates.
Edsurge
JUNE 11, 2020
Soon, schools would be inundated with sales pitches from edtech companies, and it didn’t take long before they started pushing back against those that seemed predatory. For the edtech industry, the pandemic poses a paradox. The pandemic came early to Seattle.
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EdTech4Beginners
SEPTEMBER 28, 2016
” These were the sounds that could be heard in my classroom when we tried Google Expeditions this week! Google Expeditions is a virtual reality tech tool that lets you and your class go on excursions around the world from the comfort of your classroom… and it’s all because of virtual reality (VR). Tagged: edtech , education , GAFE , google expeditions , teaching , tech , technology , virtual reality , VR. “Wow! Amazing! Ohhhhhh! Wooaahhh!”
Shake Up Learning
JULY 22, 2020
prepare for online and blended learning, more and more schools are relying on Google Classroom and Google Meet to deliver online lessons and assignments. In this post, I will share how to integrate Google Classroom with Google Meet. What is Google Meet?
Shake Up Learning
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
The post 10 Google Tips for Remote Learning appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this post, I’m going to show you 10 Google Tips for Remote Learning. Most schools have come to rely heavily on Google and G Suite for Education tools. 10 Google Tips for Remote Learning.
Securly
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
Will more schools embrace student-centric mobile devices? Now, we know that edtech has been proven to improve test scores and overall classroom engagement. But, how does the 2010 vision for edTech match what’s actually happening today? “There will be more momentum for mobile devices in classrooms with an eye toward affordable alternatives to traditional 1:1 rollouts.” Globally, edtech spending is predicted to reach $252 Billion by 2020.
Educational Technology Guy
JANUARY 9, 2014
If you own a smartphone or tablet, you should be using Mobile Nations. Mobile Nations is a group of web sites that each focus on a mobile operating systems. These sites are great for anyone who uses a mobile system, including teachers, students, and others. EdTech and IT personnel can find help information, reviews, and more to help them use these devices. There are 4 sites/communities based on different mobile systems. Follow me on Twitter and Google
Shake Up Learning
APRIL 5, 2021
The post Create a Google Classroom Custom Header with Google Drawings appeared first on Shake Up Learning. How to Create a Google Classroom Custom Banner. Google has made great strides in updating this application based on the feedback submitted by educators like you.
Shake Up Learning
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
The post How to Access Files Offline in Google Drive appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Sometimes we need to work on our Google Drive files when we don’t have an Internet connection. How to Access Files Offline in Google Drive. Google Sheets. Google Slides.
Shake Up Learning
APRIL 5, 2020
The post 10 Google Classroom Tips for Remote Learning appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Many teachers are jumping on board with Google Classroom right now, sink or swim! So in this post, I am going to give you 10 Google Classroom tips for remote learning.
Neo LMS
JANUARY 22, 2019
It occured to me that not only are the wide variety of acronyms found in the world of EdTech confusing ( I did a post on organizations in that regard ), but indeed there is quite a bit of overlap — as well as misuse — of terms that can make navigating the literature (in particular online literature) on the subject of EdTech confusing and unhelpful. EdTech definitions every teacher should know. A while ago we received a comment on a post about Augmented Reality.
The CoolCatTeacher
MARCH 13, 2018
Leah LaCrosse shares six edtech ideas science teachers can start using today to improve learning and excite students about science. 6 Super Science Edtech Ideas. It might be typing up your notes in a Google Doc. Like our mobile devices, especially in science, is using that camera feature and having the students like capture a photo and annotate over the top of it. Use the camera feature on any mobile device.
Shake Up Learning
DECEMBER 6, 2018
The post Winter Magnetic Poetry with Google Slides appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Let’s have some fun with Winter Magnetic Poetry with Google Slides! The first one was Collaborative Magnetic Poetry with Google Drawings. The second one was the Halloween version: Halloween Magnetic Poetry with Google Drawings. Google Drawings v. Google Slides. The first versions were shared in Google Drawings. Winter Magentic Poetry with Google Slides.
Teacher Reboot Camp
AUGUST 15, 2015
Google has many free incredible apps and tools that work on any device to support and promote collaboration. I have found great success integrating Google Drive with Google Hangouts. My tip is to create a Google class account associated with a class Youtube channel. By having your Google class gmail and plus account you can make sure all those videos go to your channel! Collaborative Learning with Google Hangouts from Shelly Sanchez Terrell.
The CoolCatTeacher
MAY 29, 2018
Kasey Bell teaches us eight great ways to use Google Slides. From stop motion to video controls and cool add-ins for formative assessment and graphics, learn about this Swiss Army Knife of Google tools – Google Slides. Kasey Bell’s Google Certification courses are open for enrollment from May 28 until June 10, 2018. Kasey Bell’s 8 Great Ways to Use Google Slides. What tricks do teachers get really excited about in Google Slides? 3 EdTech Blog. #3
Teacher Reboot Camp
JUNE 21, 2019
Create a basic QR code easily even on your mobile device that leads to a link, a message or any text, your contact details, or your location. is a website to easily create QR codes and attach to any Google App, such as Slides, Spreadsheets, Forms, and more! Effective Technology Integration Mobile Learning Curiosity edtech mlearning mobile learning qr qr codes STEAM STEM
Teacher Reboot Camp
JULY 15, 2016
Yes, you can afford a few wearables or Google Cardboards in your class. Example- reading station then a map exploration station of the place you read about then the Google Cardboard station where you visit the location in virtual reality. With Google Cardboard you can get students to travel to different countries or sites and introduce them to various cultures using virtual reality. Get resources, help and ideas in the Google Cardboard Teacher Community.
The CoolCatTeacher
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
Google Drive [link]. DJI Phone Camera Gimbal from OSMO Mobile [link] – the price has dropped from $399 to $299 from when I bought it so the price I stated in the podcast is actually lower now – a handheld “tripod” for smartphones. Google Calendar [link]. A special Valentine's Day Episode of 10MT with Links to Tools and Tech I Use From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter.
Edsurge
MARCH 3, 2020
spike in coronavirus cases, which currently numbers around 118 cases in 16 states , is leaving the edtech conference industry with an existential (if not quite Shakespearean) question at the start of its busy events season: to host or not to host? The recent U.S.
Shake Up Learning
MARCH 2, 2021
The post Google Workspace for Education (and other updates you need to know!) – SULS099 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. During “ Learning with Google ,” a free online learning event for educators, Google shared a lot of updates to our favorite Google products.
Edsurge
MAY 7, 2019
Seven years ago, Google’s artificial intelligence technology was barely able to identify cat videos with passable precision. Those are among the social issues addressed by 20 non-profit and educational institutions that are getting grants from the Google AI Impact Challenge , announced today at the company’s annual I/O developer conference. The tool essentially allows teachers to send messages via text, web or mobile app that can be automatically translated into 25 languages.
The CoolCatTeacher
JUNE 27, 2017
Today Kasey Bell @shakeuplearning sits down to talk about the hot trends at ISTE 2017 including lots of Google stuff, new AR news, Google Keep, touch Screen Chromebooks, and more news. Google classroom. Google Keep. Co-host of The Google Teacher Tribe Podcast. Author of The Teacher’s Guide to Google Classroom. Google Certified Innovator. Google Certified Trainer. 3 EdTech Blog. #3 3 EdTech and E-Learning Influencer on Twitter.
Edsurge
OCTOBER 26, 2020
She didn’t have a Gmail account, let alone familiarity with Google Classroom. A spare bedroom—our family’s “teacher’s lounge”—has a wall covered with Post-it notes with login credentials, a mobile whiteboard schedule and a count-to-100 handmade poster.
Shake Up Learning
JANUARY 28, 2020
The post It’s Not About Google (Part 4) – SULS047 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Even when we love technology and Google tools, we have to remember that it’s NOT about Google. Also works on mobile.). Dynamic Learning with Google (Part 3).
Educational Technology Guy
JANUARY 16, 2015
Richard Byrne has created some great charts comparing EdTech tools over at his blog, He has charts comparing: Alternatives to Google Image Search Backchannel and informal assessment tools Building classroom websites Building classroom blogs Creating multimedia textbooks Creating multimedia quizzes Audio editing tools Multimedia timeline tools Mind-mapping tools Mobile video creation apps Head on over and take a look. Follow me on Twitter and Google+.
Shake Up Learning
JANUARY 15, 2019
The post 5 Ways to Use the Google Docs Explore Tool appeared first on Shake Up Learning. The Google Docs Explore tool brings you quick access to your Drive files, web search, images, recommendations and more. The features vary across applications so this post will focus on how this tool works inside Google Docs. In this post, you will learn 5 Ways to Use the Google Docs Explore Tool. 5 Ways to Use the Google Docs Explore Tool! gsuiteedu #edtech Click To Tweet.
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