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#05: 5 Ideas for Using Game-Based Learning in your Classroom Today

The CoolCatTeacher

Get a free 45-day trial of SmartLab for Game Based Learning. SMART Learning Suite is today’s sponsor. Register for my free Differentiating Instruction with Technology webinar sponsored by SMART Learning Suite next Thursday, February 9 at 4pm. Here are instructions for iPhone/iPad or PC/Mac instructions.

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10 Types of Digital Activities to Engage Teenagers

Teacher Reboot Camp

With social media, teens are constantly evaluated by peers and people worldwide. Get your copy of Hacking Digital Learning , The 30 Goals Challenge , or Learning to Go. Flipgrid (iOS/Android) app and web tool or VoiceThread (web/iPad) app. Teens are motivated by game based learning and gamification.

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Minecraft in the Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

Previously on the 10-Minute Teacher, guests have mentioned Book Creator as one of their top apps for the iPad. Jeff: Ah, yeah… So I’m using Minecraft Education Edition in my technology classroom with my students. It’s all about technology. It’s all about gaming. Join a delightful, fun world of immersive teaching.

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Learning first, technology second

Learning with 'e's

Learning should always come before technology. Many teachers welcome the idea of bringing new technology into the classroom. Ideas range from games based learning , to the use of social media and networking, to simpler approaches such as the use of digital cameras in art or data logging in science.

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Merge Cube Mania in Middle School

The CoolCatTeacher

When you scan the cube with your mobile device — it will work with an iPhone, an iPad, and it works with Android, but you have to have the Merge Cube app on it. Engaging Kindergarteners with Technology: Augmented Reality, iPads, QR Codes and More. Karen: About a month ago, I started seeing stuff on social media.

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Mindsnacks–Learning in Bite-sized Pieces

Ask a Tech Teacher

Though these are game-based learning, there’s no plot as you might find simulated games. Each app includes personalized learning, an enhanced review mode, and additional challenges to keep students motivated. Want to Code on an IPad? Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-8 technology for 15 years.

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Top Education Tweets of November 2015

The CoolCatTeacher

The most innovative “technology” in education today isn’t a device, it is a teacher. What a great way to have kids reflect on their learning.: We need students to create, not be controlled by technology. Technology should assist student learning & creation rather than to control learning… https://t.co/JR3DmiIm0x

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