Guest BloggerSocial Links Navigation Latest articles by Guest Blogger 10 Ways Facebook Strengthens the Student - Teacher Connection by Lisa Nielsen By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Blogs, Wikis, or Google Docs - Oh My! by Lisa Nielsen By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 I’m often asked by educators why I use wikis, blogs, AND Google docs. “Why not just pick one?” The Travesty of Education Budget Cuts by Dr. Jim Taylor By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Web 2.0 for Schools ebook by David Kapuler By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 A few months back I posted on a slideshow that I created called, Web 2.0 for Schools. Social media doesn’t “cause” unprofessional or inappropriate behavior. It “catches” it. by Lisa Nielsen By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Instead of empowering and teaching students how to harness the power of the internet and social media they are banning teachers from interacting with teachers in online spaces like Facebook. The iPad for Administrators and Teachers by Vicki Windman By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 The biggest complaint administrators and teachers have is too much paper. The Battle for the Interactive White Board: The Kids Surrender by Daniel Rezac By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Profile of a Passion-Driven Student by Lisa Nielsen By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Technology: Does Technology Connection Mean Life Disconnection? by Dr. Jim Taylor By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Has computer and communication technology allowed us to connect more deeply with life? Or, as we become more connected with this technology, are we becoming more disconnected from life? Advice from the Twitter Hashtag Queen - Steve Hargadon Said So! by Lisa Nielsen By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Hashtags provide a way for others who are interested in a particular topic to see what you have to say even if they're not following you. Are Interactive Whiteboards a Smart Idea when they Make Even the Most Innovative of Educators Look Dumb? – 10 Reasons to Ditch the Board by Lisa Nielsen By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 I had the good fortune to attend EdCampNYC this past weekend which was attended by passionate and innovative educators. All presenters were placed in rooms equipped with Smartboards. The Myth of Multitasking by Dr. Jim Taylor By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Like many wired people, you probably take great pride in being a multitasker. Stop Blaming the Teachers! by Dr. Jim Taylor By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 When did teachers become the bêtes noir of public education? Why are they getting all the blame for America’s public education failings? Digital Storytelling Tools by Özge Karaoglu By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 I’m no better than a high school drop out by Lisa Nielsen By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 About 1/3 of the 95% of children who attend school (5% and growing are engaging in home education) drop out in America. Web 2.0 How-to For Educators Book By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Part 2…Over 20 More STEM Resources That Turn STEM To STEAM... And Even STEAMIE by Michael Gorman By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 What Does the Innovative School Look Like? Interview with Dr. Tom King By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 I gather weekly with educators who envision the ideal school. We collaborate online for what we believe would be the environment students should learn. How the iPad can help learning disabled students By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Students with learning disabilities may have problems with reading, math, reasoning and recall. Quakestories: Student Responses to the Japan Earthquake by Kim Cofino By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Top 10 Alternatives to YouTube by David Kapuler By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 YouTube without a doubt is the most popular website for video on the internet. Creating a Personal Success Plan - A Sensible Alternative to Standardized Tests by Lisa Nielsen By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Homework:Jazz it up with Technology by Ozge Karaoglu By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Inspiration When We Need It Most by Frank Pileiro By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 A-Z Web Tools:A+B by Ozge Karaoglu By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Here is the first part of my A Z Web Tools A+B Animasher is a site to make animations by using pictures from the gallery or you can use your own pictures too. You can add music, some sound effects, 1 2 3 4 5 6 Archives Tech & Learning NewsletterTools and ideas to transform education. Sign up below.* To subscribe, you must consent to Future’s privacy policy. MORE FROM TECH & LEARNING...15 Ways Writing Instruction Should Evolve In The Age of AI 2Taking the Mystery Out of Writing: How Students Can Discover a Love of Writing39 Suggestions For Your AI Reading List4Tech & Learning Joins USA EdTech as Bett Media Partner5KnoPro: How to Use It to Support CTE
10 Ways Facebook Strengthens the Student - Teacher Connection by Lisa Nielsen By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11
Blogs, Wikis, or Google Docs - Oh My! by Lisa Nielsen By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 I’m often asked by educators why I use wikis, blogs, AND Google docs. “Why not just pick one?”
Web 2.0 for Schools ebook by David Kapuler By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 A few months back I posted on a slideshow that I created called, Web 2.0 for Schools.
Social media doesn’t “cause” unprofessional or inappropriate behavior. It “catches” it. by Lisa Nielsen By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Instead of empowering and teaching students how to harness the power of the internet and social media they are banning teachers from interacting with teachers in online spaces like Facebook.
The iPad for Administrators and Teachers by Vicki Windman By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 The biggest complaint administrators and teachers have is too much paper.
The Battle for the Interactive White Board: The Kids Surrender by Daniel Rezac By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11
Technology: Does Technology Connection Mean Life Disconnection? by Dr. Jim Taylor By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Has computer and communication technology allowed us to connect more deeply with life? Or, as we become more connected with this technology, are we becoming more disconnected from life?
Advice from the Twitter Hashtag Queen - Steve Hargadon Said So! by Lisa Nielsen By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Hashtags provide a way for others who are interested in a particular topic to see what you have to say even if they're not following you.
Are Interactive Whiteboards a Smart Idea when they Make Even the Most Innovative of Educators Look Dumb? – 10 Reasons to Ditch the Board by Lisa Nielsen By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 I had the good fortune to attend EdCampNYC this past weekend which was attended by passionate and innovative educators. All presenters were placed in rooms equipped with Smartboards.
The Myth of Multitasking by Dr. Jim Taylor By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Like many wired people, you probably take great pride in being a multitasker.
Stop Blaming the Teachers! by Dr. Jim Taylor By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 When did teachers become the bêtes noir of public education? Why are they getting all the blame for America’s public education failings?
I’m no better than a high school drop out by Lisa Nielsen By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 About 1/3 of the 95% of children who attend school (5% and growing are engaging in home education) drop out in America.
Part 2…Over 20 More STEM Resources That Turn STEM To STEAM... And Even STEAMIE by Michael Gorman By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11
What Does the Innovative School Look Like? Interview with Dr. Tom King By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 I gather weekly with educators who envision the ideal school. We collaborate online for what we believe would be the environment students should learn.
How the iPad can help learning disabled students By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Students with learning disabilities may have problems with reading, math, reasoning and recall.
Quakestories: Student Responses to the Japan Earthquake by Kim Cofino By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11
Top 10 Alternatives to YouTube by David Kapuler By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 YouTube without a doubt is the most popular website for video on the internet.
Creating a Personal Success Plan - A Sensible Alternative to Standardized Tests by Lisa Nielsen By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11
A-Z Web Tools:A+B by Ozge Karaoglu By Guest Blogger published 21 October 11 Here is the first part of my A Z Web Tools A+B Animasher is a site to make animations by using pictures from the gallery or you can use your own pictures too. You can add music, some sound effects,