“The most important thing any teacher has to learn can be expressed in seven words: Learning is not the product of teaching. Learning is the product of the activity of learners.” – John Holt All around the world, millions share the narratives of their lives through text, status updates on Facebook, tweets, images, and short […]
Month: February 2014
The 2nd Issue of the Teacher Reboot Camp eNewsletter
Here is the 2nd issue of the new Teacher Reboot Camp eNewsletter. In this issue find free apps, web tools, resources, lesson ideas, professional development opportunities, and more. Be inspired by the latest Edugems, discover a few of the top posts at Teacher Reboot Camp, and keep posted about The 30 Goals Challenge for Educators and the Reform Symposium Free E-Conference. You […]
Teaching with Instagram: 20+ Ideas & Resources
In the Mobile Learning category The heart and mind are the true lens of the camera. – Yousuf Karsh Every day people share the stories of their lives through images and short video clips on Instagram. We heart them and comment on them. Instagram is the social network for us to visually share what is important […]
Inspire Learners to be Kind: 50+ Resources
Unexpected kindness is the most powerful, least costly, and most underrated agent of human change. – Bob Kerrey This week is Kindness Week. People worldwide are spreading kindness through random acts of kindness. Valentine’s Day is also this week. These events make it an ideal time to inspire our learners to show kindness, compassion, care, […]
Introducing the Teacher Reboot Camp eNewsletter
Thank you so much for reading Teacher Reboot Camp. In addition to writing this blog, I also write for other blogs, provide free webinars, share free resources, and co-organize many different professional development projects and events. Most are free. To keep you current with these projects that range from virtual conferences to open online courses, I […]
Colorful Learning with 20+ Web Tools & Apps
Included in the Effective Technology Integration category Drawing and coloring are great ways to get students to brainstorm about a topic, organize a group project, or contribute scenes to a digital story. For young learners, drawing and coloring offers them a way to learn patterns, symmetry, and develop motor skills. Below is my recent slide presentation with […]