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How to Create a Paperless Classroom

Ask a Tech Teacher

Options include Jing (provides a link to a video), Screencast-o-matic (provides a video that can be embedded or uploaded to YouTube), and Educreations. Give students a method to work together using forums, LMS Discussion Boards, blogs, and even Twitter. quick methods like texting are fine.

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5 Tips That Foster Collaborative Professional Learning

EdTech Magazine

Topics included project-based learning; integrating digital images into the classroom through screencasting with ShowMe and Educreations; telecollaboration with the Google Suite; and telecommunication with Skype and Google Hangouts — all aimed at addressing higher-order learning skills. by David Andrade.

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Some app substitutions for iPad apps to use on a Chromebook

Educational Technology Guy

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Learning and Reflecting with Video

A Principal's Reflections

I like using this tool because it syncs with and simultaneously broadcasts across Twitter. In addition to those mentioned above, teachers can create their own videos using tools such as Educreations or Adobe Captivate. Educators can also harness video to create flipped lessons.

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Autonomy Breeds Change

A Principal's Reflections

Math teacher Jeff Fiscina learned how to create engaging learning activities using Educreations. He also developed his own blog and started a Twitter account for his classes. Jessica also used the time to develop the school’s digital newspaper, The Lance , from scratch.

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Goal: Make It About the Relationships

Teacher Reboot Camp

Draw and Dash – Each student will need to use a piece of paper or a drawing app like Tackk, Educreations, Magic Paintbrush, or Sketchbook Express. Join the movement by accomplishing any goal from any of the cycles then letting us know through a blog reflection or status update on our Facebook community or on Twitter, @30GoalsEdu .

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Digital Activities & Icebreakers for Gen Y

Teacher Reboot Camp

You will find hashtags used on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Vine, and many other social networks. Draw and Dash - Each student will need to use a piece of paper or a drawing app like Tackk, Educreations, Magic Paintbrush, or Sketchbook Express. Hashtags also help you find and connect with subject matter experts (SMEs) in any field.