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33 Online Research Resources

Ask a Tech Teacher

Quick, safe spots to send your students for research ( click here for updates ) : BrainPop –with the BrainPop characters, a launchpad to curiosity CoolKidFacts –kid-friendly videos, pictures, info, and quizzes–all 100% suitable for children Dimensions –academic research geared for college-level Fact Monster –help with homework and facts Google Earth (..)

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Saving Big Money with iPads and Google Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

Today Kyle Taylor @kyletaylor13 and his school have implemented iPads with Google Classroom and are saving half (yes, I said half) of what it previously cost to set up a classroom with technology. Today, learn all about their decision making process and how teachers are using iPads and Google classroom to teach. Listen Now.

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Why Your School Should Stick to Core Principles Instead of Market Trends

EdNews Daily

What’s the balance between investing in the latest trend and following your school’s charter, vision – your North Star? But as new trends crop up year after year, the most important place for educators to start is with the principles that define your district’s or school’s vision. The truth is, it can be a hard balance to strike.

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How to Turn off Blue Light on Your iPhone/ Ipad at Night

The CoolCatTeacher

I recorded a quick video and am telling everyone I know to make sure they set their iPhones and iPads up this way — especially for kids. Note that after you follow these instructions, your iPhone or iPad will have a brownish twinge to it because the blue light is turned off. Tell all the parents you know.

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Fantastic Apps I Use Every Day

The CoolCatTeacher

I’ve also added some of my favorite new productivity tools for my smartphone, iPad, and a few new ones for my Mac. They offer over 200 graduate-level courses in 19 different subject areas covering both foundational topics and emerging trends in K-12 education. Pick one today to try with your students. Show Notes 1.

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Facebook’s Latest Higher Ed Push Part of Broader Trend

Edsurge

The move is part of a trend of Silicon Valley companies trying to shape curriculum around their products. Not long after, in October, Ohio State announced that it would purchase iPads and associated items for a discounted rate from Apple. Learn with Facebook” is coming to the US in the fall (it already exists in Germany and India).

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The School Hall Pass Is Going Digital. Is That a Good Thing?

Edsurge

But some digital-privacy advocates worry that the trend may create data trails that could be used against underprivileged students and ultimately create oppressive school environments. Every student in the school already has a school-issued iPad, so it’s just another option on those student devices.

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