“… all children could and should be inventors of their own theories, critics of other people’s ideas, analyzers of evidence, and makers of their own personal marks on this most complex world.” – Deborah Meier I had an amazing time sharing with Texas teachers at the TCCA Conference! Below are the slides and resources for […]
Category: Effective Technology Integration
Find links, resources, tips, and video tutorials to help you with your journey integrating technology.
How to Quickly Email Parents in Multiple Languages
“If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart.” – Nelson Mandela Each week I communicate with the parents of my 200+ students in multiple languages and this has made such a profound impact on […]
Where to Find Incredible Student Templates for Google Docs, Slides, Sheets and Drawings!
“Don’t reinvent the wheel, just realign it.” – Anthony J. D’Angelo If you have ever used Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, Drawings, and Forms, then you know how easy it is to collaborate and share work with peers and students. Thousands of educators just like me create several student templates as part of their lesson plans, […]
A Template to Help Students Tap Into Their Genius Potential
“Children are the most learning-hungry beings in the world.” – Ashley Montagu This year we will be getting our elementary students (2nd to 5th) to explore their passions and interests with Genius Hour Projects. Genius Hour Projects, also known as 20% Time, involve setting aside class time each week for students to independently work on […]
Build Relationships Throughout the Year With These Awesome Icebreakers! Free Template!
“Unity is strength… when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved.”- Mattie Stepanek Relationships are the most important factor in your effectiveness as a teacher and your student’s success! Knowing students and them confiding in us and working with us and their peers helps us figure out their interests, strengths, insecurities, struggles, […]
Top Research Websites, Search Engines, and a Research Choice Menu for K-12 Students
“Television didn’t transform education. Neither will the internet. But it will be another tool for teachers to use in their effort to reach students in the classroom.” – John Palfrey To learn more about a topic or find the answer students will often Google it! Search engines don’t always show the most factual, relevant, or […]
Go On Incredibly Fun Learning Adventures With These 10+ Amazing Green Screen Ideas!
“It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” – Albert Einstein A green screen in the classroom helps spark student creativity and imagination for any subject! Last year I tried a very basic and cheap green screen with my 2nd to 5th graders. I had decided last […]
10+ QR Code Activities to Inspire Curiosity and Engage Learners
Recently I presented a webinar for Simple K12, 10+ QR Code Activities to Inspire Curiosity and Active Learning. Below are the slides with example activities and resources. You can scan the QR codes in the presentation to take part in a poll, listen to my toddler’s audio greeting, contribute to an online sticky board, and […]
How Do Teachers and Schools Develop Young Innovators?
“I’m not sayin’ I’m gonna change the world, but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will.” – Tupac Shakur On Tuesday I was honored to deliver the afternoon keynote for the #KYGoDigital Summer Tour Conference, The Keys to Fostering a Culture of Innovation! Students Who S.A.I.L. Thomas Edison designed the lightbulb 10,000 […]
Digital Learning Theories and Frameworks For Future Ready Classrooms
Part of the December 2019 STEM Resources Digital Calendar! Technology impacts every aspect of our students’ lives and will continue to play an important role in their lives. Teachers who integrate technology effectively help their students realize the potential we have to transform the world with our use of technology. They inspire their students to […]