Favorite Chrome Extensions
Extensions for Chrome are little programs that add functionality to Google's web browser. I've made graphics for my favorite ones.
Instagram for Teachers
Instagram can be a powerful learning and communication tool for educators, so I've written a guide for teachers.
Google Classroom for Professional Learning
I learned a lot from teaching a six week online class for educators in Google Classroom. Now I’d like to share tips and advice for using Google Classroom for professional learning, including the fundamentals of Classroom, a cheat sheet for post options, and the workflow I used with the adults in my class.
Favorite Sites for Free Clipart and Photos
I rely on a handful of websites that provide copyright friendly clipart and photos. Those images are licensed with a public domain or Creative Commons license.
Print Custom Sticky Notes with Google Slides
Google Slides is a handy design tool, and you can copy my template to print your own design on sticky notes. I've got directions, a video, and loads of examples for you.
10 Big Ideas for Technology Integration
Jonathan Wylie is a Digital Learning Consultant at Grand Wood AEA and he presented 10 big ideas to consider when it comes to technology integration at the 2017 Iowa 1:1 Institute. Here are my notes and his slides.
Start Youngsters on a Coding Adventure with Cubetto
Cubetto is a wooden coding robot for children ages 3-6. My four year old twins and I have been playing with Cubetto for a few months, and I'd like to tell you about the robot and our experiences. Also check out other coding toys for kids.
I Trace Photos to Make Clipart. Compare the Before & After!
When I make my own clipart, I actually trace a photo. I thought I’d share some before and after images so you can see the original photo and the drawn illustration. Use the sliders to compare the versions.
Top Web Links, Tweets & Instagram Posts from 2016
Let's see which web links I shared on social media got the most clicks in 2016. I've also included my top tweets for each month and top 10 Instagram posts. There's plenty of great stuff to explore from 2016!
Know Students Better: A Visual Guide to Formative Assessment Tools
There is a very wide variety of digital formative assessment tools that can be used for free. I’ve made simple graphics for 18 of them. Most of the tools work with any web browser, so they are great for laptops, computer labs, iPads, Chromebooks, tablets, and smartphones.
Tech Tip Archive: Google Apps, iPads, Chrome, Productivity & More!
I love to share tech tips! Sometimes one little piece of information can make a difference for teachers and students. I've found that social media is a great place to share and archive these tips, hints, and ideas.
Live Broadcasts from ISTE 2016
Join me on Periscope as I broadcast live from ISTE 2016 in Denver June 26-29! Come with me as I visit poster sessions, see what teachers are learning, and get a chance to hear from ISTE's closing keynote speaker. If you miss a live broadcast, don't worry. They will all be archived.
Instagram Accounts Worth Following
You can learn a lot from what others post on Instagram. Like any social network, the value is all in who you follow. Let's preview some great educational accounts to follow.
My Green Screen Setup
Curious about how I film my instructional videos? Here is the equipment I use and a 360° photo of how I set it all up.
Draw Your Own Illustrations, Clipart & Avatars
Got a smartphone or tablet? Then you could be drawing your own illustrations, clipart, and avatars! I share examples and show techniques for creating your own artwork, even if you don't consider yourself an artist. My technique is based on tracing photos, so don't worry if you are embarrassed by your drawing skills. The video features the free Adobe Illustrator Draw app for iPad, iPhone, and Android, and the techniques can certainly be used in other drawing apps.
Clone Yourself with QR Codes
As a teacher wouldn’t it be handy to be in more than one place at a time? I’d like to give you some ways of recording yourself and getting that audio or video online. Once online, it’s a matter of copying and pasting to generate a QR code. A QR code is a quick way to get students to online content. Easily providing recordings to your students means you can reteach concepts, differentiate instruction, give directions at centers, communicate with parents, and be heard and/or seen anytime and any place.
@iTeachTVnetwork on Periscope
iTeachTVnetwork has a Perscope account that has regularly scheduled live broadcasts from a team of thoughtful teachers. You can watch live in the Periscope app or on Twitter. Or, view archived replays. Whichever way you watch, there's a lot you can learn about technology and other education topics!
A Collection of Project Based Learning End Products
See sample end products shared by teachers and students from all grade levels. A driving question guides each of these projects.
Top Web Links (and Tweets) from 2015
Let's see which web links I shared on social media got the most clicks in 2015. I've also included my top tweets for each month. There's plenty of great stuff to explore from 2015!
Class Quiz Games with Quizizz (an Alternative to Kahoot)
Quizizz is an alternative to Kahoot, and there’s a lot for educators to like about it. It is very similar to Kahoot, with a few key differences.