Today’s post focuses on looking at news websites which are specifically focused on students. These sites could be used as independent reading activities, guided reading…
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21 ways to use digital technology to get to know your students
Posted in Art, Classroom, iPads and Apps, Literacy, and Web tools
It is that time of year again (at least for Australia), where teachers start a new year. The research surrounding the importance of relationships and learning…
16 Tools to enable Interactive discussions and online quizzes
Posted in Classroom, Comprehension, Creating, General, Phonics, Spelling, and Teacher Resources
I have previously blogged about some of the online tools which can be used to create quizzes, or used as a facilitator of discussions. Many…
If you are interested in looking at how the environment and living has changed in Australian History, then the resources which sit around My Place…
Zaption: Amazing new Interactive video tool: Great for flipping the classroom
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I love Zaption, which I stumbled upon the other day. [wmd-divider style=”fading” spacing=”40″ color=”#002426″ size=”2″ ls-id=”55dfcc25ad577″/] This tool allows you to take any You Tube…
I stumbled across this in the app store today. Simple Machines by Tinybop allows students to experience how to create simple machines. It would be…
20 gaming apps to teach problem solving in classrooms
Posted in Classroom, iPads and Apps, Maths, Maths Apps, and Problem Solving
In the 21st century, it is vital that students learn to be innovative, develop logical reasoning and develop resilience and persistence to solve problems. Problem-solving…
Using children’s literature to teach philosophy
Posted in Classroom, Comprehension, Literacy, Reading, and Speaking and Listening
All which the school can or need do for pupils, so far as their minds are concerned…..is to develop the ability to think. (John Dewey…
ChatterPix and ChatterKids App
Posted in General Classroom Apps, iPads and Apps, Literacy Apps, and Speaking and Listening Apps
Chatterpix and Chatterkids are both free apps. These apps allows you to take a photo and then add the voice over; a talking avatar. The…
Earth Hour: 28th March 8.30-9.30
Posted in Global Education, Humanities/ Topics, and Teacher Resources
Eath Hour: Lets make a difference, Turn off your lights for an hour. Earth hour can be used as a springboard for powerful action in…
You Tube Kids app
Posted in General Teacher Apps, and iPads and Apps
Hi everyone, This is just a quick post about the release of a new app from you tube which has been specifically created for kids…
Sploder: Create your own games
Posted in Classroom, Creating, and General Teacher Apps
I have previously written about the online version of sploder which allows you to create different games. This site is supported by an online community…
Sunsmart resources and ideas for first term
Posted in Classroom, General, Humanities Topics, and Humanities/ Topics
In Australia the students will be returning to school and it is always hot, hot, hot. The world health organistaion has recommended that sun safety…
Apps for EAL (English as a additional language) students
Posted in Classroom, EAL apps, iPads and Apps, Reading apps, and Speaking and Listening Apps
Today’s post has been written by the wonderful Amber McLeod. The provocation for this post came from a student who asked me what apps I…
Great video to explore the truthfulness of the internet
Posted in Classroom, infographics, Research and Readings, and Thoughts
A few weeks ago I wrote a post about the importance of teaching our students about website credibility, This is vital as we move into…