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JANUARY 8, 2021

It’s been a minute (or thousands) since I’ve blogged new technology finds. This year has us utilizing technology in new ways and in need of tools that support learning in new ways. You can see how long the video was viewed, how it was interacted with, and see responses to any questions.

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iLearn Technology

APRIL 25, 2018

How to integrate Tinkerine U into your classroom: So often I see schools who have a strong advocate for new technologies, but don’t know exactly what to do with the technologies they’ve championed when they show up.

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JULY 8, 2018

How to integrate SAM Labs into the classroom: SAM Labs boasts itself as a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) tool. Yes, students will learn programming basics, how motors and light sensors work, how to use logic to build if/then type scenarios.

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APRIL 10, 2017

What it is: Get Qurious is a company who’s goal is to keep kids curious, creative, and expressive by combining technology and play. How to integrate Get Qurious Maker Box into the classroom: The Get Qurious set brings the story of the Three Little Pigs alive in new and fun ways. 2) The recommended ages are 4-9 years old.

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APRIL 25, 2018

How to integrate Tinkerine U into your classroom: So often I see schools who have a strong advocate for new technologies, but don’t know exactly what to do with the technologies they’ve championed when they show up.

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JULY 8, 2018

How to integrate SAM Labs into the classroom: SAM Labs boasts itself as a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) tool. Yes, students will learn programming basics, how motors and light sensors work, how to use logic to build if/then type scenarios.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

How to integrate Be Internet Awesome into the classroom: With Be Internet Awesome , Google gives you a complete set of tools to empower you to encourage digital citizenship and safety online. Don’t Fall for Fake- teaching students how to discern real from fake online.

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JANUARY 12, 2021

This is one of those pieces of technology that has been life-saving for me during the pandemic and one that I will continue using forevermore! How to integrate BombBomb into the classroom: During the pandemic, BombBomb has been an incredible way for us to communicate and keep connected to our students and their families.

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DECEMBER 8, 2014

How to Integrate MobyMax into your classroom: One of my favorite MobyMax features: it reads each question/problem/challenge for students so that your remedial or ESL students have an additional layer of support. Each step of the way they are supported and challenged as needed thanks to the adaptive technology built-in!

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JANUARY 4, 2017

Augmented reality is the mix of technology and the real world. How to integrate Aurasma into the classroom: Because learners can create augmented reality experiences for any environment, the possibilities are seriously endless. Funny faces and masks are overlaid on top of the real world (i.e. whatever you are taking a picture of).

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iLearn Technology

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

With Photomath , students can scan a math problem and learn how to solve it with step by step instructions and an answer. How to integrate Photomath into the classroom: On the surface, the Photomath app might look like the ultimate way for students to “cheat” their learning.

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JANUARY 11, 2021

This is one of those pieces of technology that has been life-saving for me during the pandemic and one that I will continue using forevermore! How to integrate BombBomb into the classroom: During the pandemic, BombBomb has been an incredible way for us to communicate and keep connected to our students and their families.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

How to integrate ClassPad into your classroom: ClassPad is a fantastic tool for the mathematics and science classroom. ClassPad can be accessed from tablets and computers. On touch devices, you can write calculations and graphics by hand, just like on actual paper. Students can access your materials through a unique URL.

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DECEMBER 18, 2014

How to integrate Prodigy into your classroom: Prodigy is aligned to the Common Core Math standards and has over 300 math skills for students to master. Curious about how we use technology at Anastasis? Gaps are automatically identified and the math challenges scaffold accordingly. Registration is now open!

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OCTOBER 19, 2016

How to integrate Watch the Debates in your classroom: Watch the Debates provides an excellent way for students to explore the evolution of a specific issue in the United States by watching debates from as far back as 1960. In addition to the ability to watch tonight’s debate live, students can also explore past presidential debates.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2016

What it is: Hello Ruby began as a whimsical children’s book by Linda Liuka meant to help kids learn about computers, technology, and programming. How to integrate Hello Ruby into your classroom: The Hello Ruby site has a special educator page to get started with Hello Ruby in your classroom. can learn something from Ruby.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2016

What it is: Woot Math uses adaptive technology to personalize the math learning experience in new ways for 3rd-6th grade students. How to integrate Woot Math into your classroom: To begin with Woot Math, decide how you will use it in your classroom. Do all of your students have access to a technology device?

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MAY 8, 2017

How to integrate Check 123 into your classroom: Check123 is a great place for students to begin their research. These videos are between 1 and 3 minutes each, keeping students engaged in a topic and giving them bite-size information.

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

As they play, children learn about how big numbers work, and how to perform long addition and subtraction. You won’t find mindless repetitions and quizzes of math facts, instead, these games help teach students how to think like mathematicians. DragonBox BIG Numbers is the next level app of Dragon Box Numbers.

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iLearn Technology

JANUARY 21, 2015

What we actually end up with is new standards, new curricula (usually replacing one one-size-fits-all with another one-size-fits-all), new technology initiatives, more professional development, added “rigorous” expectations, new standardized tests, new assessment systems, and new buzz words. We design for learning.

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iLearn Technology

JANUARY 6, 2019

Students will be shown the actual location they are, as well as how far off they were from the correct location. How to integrate GeoGuessr into the classroom: GeoGuessr is a fun way to challenge your students to use context clues, think critically, ask questions, and learn geography.

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APRIL 10, 2017

How to integrate Making & Science with Google in your classroom: The Science Journal app makes any Android phone or Chromebook computer into a scientific tool that students can use to collect data on light, sound, and motion.

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iLearn Technology

JULY 10, 2015

What it is: Why yes, this is a technology blog. But no, this manipulative is not a technology product. I’m writing about SumBlox here anyway because technology led to the happy discovery of SumBlox and is a great reminder of why it is important to be a connected educator!

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JANUARY 17, 2017

In the game, students build new energy technologies and advance energy research; gain points based on their eco-friendliness, energy production, and citizen happiness; compete with others for the highest city rating; tackle challenges and quests; and explore and build a diverse energy portfolio.

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DECEMBER 8, 2017

How to integrate Magik Play into the classroom: Magik Play is a great addition to the primary aged classroom. There are three apps that come with the Magik Play blocks: Hidden Shape, Dino Blocks, and Runaway. Not only does it promote problem solving, pattern recognition, and some engineering thinking, it also develops fine motor skills.

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JULY 11, 2017

How to integrate Mathigon into your classroom: There are several ways to use Mathigon. Rather than a linear approach, Mathigon lets students explore math in a more organic way through interest, linked ideas/concepts, and in a ‘down the rabbit hole’ approach.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

It is so much fun, I had to share here as well on the off-chance you don’t already follow Karen’s blog (iTeach with Technology ). Students learn how to work together in teams, communicate effectively, go through the scientific method, and solve problems creatively. Karen Ogen recently posted about a Virtual Escape room.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2015

What it is: INVICTA Challenge combines technology (in the form of an action-packed video game), a graphic novel, maps, an operation packet and an action figure that inspires kids to read and problem solve. Each INVICTA Challenge collection builds problem solving and leadership skills for students 8-14.

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JANUARY 2, 2018

How to integrate DOGO News in your classroom: DOGO News is a fantastic resource for you (and students) to find, read, and interact with non-fiction news articles in your classroom. DOGO Teachers allows you to create a special page for your students.

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JANUARY 5, 2017

How to integrate Literature Map into the classroom: It’s a common problem, a student falls in LOVE with an author and devours everything the author has ever written. The closer that two writers are on the map, the more likely it is that you will like both of them.

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APRIL 7, 2015

There is also a quick start guide and a library of video tutorials that will explain how the different tools within the app work. How to integrate 123D Design into your classroom: 123D Design is a fantastic tool that brings the principles of geometry to life while giving students an outlet for creative design and invention.

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JANUARY 16, 2017

Though I don’t hold a degree in educational technology, my years of independent study should be captured! How to integrate StackUp in the Classroom: The beauty of StackUp is that it isn’t one more program to add to your curriculum, it isn’t one more piece of technology that your students have to learn.

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APRIL 23, 2018

How to integrate Flipgrid into your classroom: Flipgrid is a great way to get your students reflecting on learning, collaborating, and providing peer feedback. You are the Flipgrid Topic Designer (your students could be as well!). Embed YouTube or Vimeo videos, upload images for your students to discuss, feature a file or a weblink.

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JULY 18, 2017

They can use a compost wheel to learn about which things can be composted; learn about pollinators and their role in the food we eat; explore fungi, bacteria, protozoa, algae, and nemotodes with a built-in microscope; and learn how long it takes to make an inch of healthy soil with an interactive timeline.

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APRIL 24, 2018

Not only can you and your students use it (because the price point is right), but you can also geek out over how it is built (take a look under the hood!). How to integrate Inkscape into the classroom: Your students want to create. Inkscape makes it possible to turn their ideas into high-quality digital illustrations.

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OCTOBER 5, 2015

I had a great time helping other teachers learn how to use technology, and coming up with ideas for how they could integrate it into their classrooms. I was teaching my students how to build a website using Wix. The back of my MDX filled, I had a goal: to leverage technology to solve this problem.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

How to integrate ClassPad into your classroom: ClassPad is a fantastic tool for the mathematics and science classroom. ClassPad can be accessed from tablets and computers. On touch devices, you can write calculations and graphics by hand, just like on actual paper. Students can access your materials through a unique URL.

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