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Traditional computing labs need to transform into flexible, technology-enhanced learning spaces.
Initial research into space use and future needs can guide design and resource decisions.
Involving all the stakeholders invests them in the outcome and optimizes design choices.
Small changes can have big effects in redesign of existing spaces.

Pi™ Computer Tables-

Classroom Collaboration for
LCD Systems and Laptops!

Built on the geometry of circles, not rectangles, Pi™ Computer Tables nest together in organic arrangements found in nature. This unlocks infinite possibilities for team computing groups.

Nice article for teachers to manage your Google Docs classroom.

Free online textbooks. You can customize them once you sign up for a free educators account. It may take up to several days to be approved.

Over the years we have seen little time or funding devoted to professional development (PD) that might equip teachers with the skills required to make smart and productive use of new technologies. What little PD we have seen was devoted mainly to the learning of software and how to operate the latest toys. We have too often placed carts before horses.
Managing learning in the laptop classroom requires considerable savvy. This article explores the dimensions and characteristics of such classrooms, identifies the chief challenges facing teachers in such space, and suggests moves, tactics, strategies, tricks and scaffolding designed to optimize student learning.

"I often get asked how I managed to integrate technology into my classroom before I was a technology teacher teaching in a lab (with every child on a computer). I must preface this post with: I am not an expert. I taught second grade for one year and had two computers in my classroom and no computer lab for the school. I used what I had and found a system that worked for me. With that in mind here is how I made my 2 computer classroom work"

"Bringing iPods and iPads into the classroom is a great way to give students access to learning tools. However, there are so many things to keep in mind to make the devices work smoothly in the classroom. While this list of dos and don'ts mainly addresses iPod touch the same advice goes for iPod touch and iPhone."

nice jeopardy game that keeps all the teams score easily.

Chart showing good signs and possible reasons to worry (furniture, on the walls, students' faces, sounds, Location of Teacher, Teacher's Voice, Students' Reaction to Visitor, Class Discussion, Tasks, Around the School)

Easy way for teachers to manage parent volunteer groups for events, etc. Great, efficient system for teachers.

...for a More Collaborative and Interactive Classroom

50 interesting and fun ways to start your class - a pdf. Shared on Twitter today

50 interesting and fun ways to start your class - a pdf

Studybeat - a great site for help with just about anything edu!

Free timers and tools to use on your interactive whiteboard