MySpace, Facebook, Xanga, LiveJournal…blogs, social networking… "What does this all mean?” parents wonder. “And do I really need to learn about this?”The answer to the second question above is YES! Blogging sites are becoming increasingly popular with teenagers, and there are risks parents need to be aware of.
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Ruben R. Puentedura's Weblog: Metaphors, Models, and Flows: Elements for a Cartography ... - 1 views
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TPCK means technological pedagogical content knowledge. SAMR means substitute augment modification redefinition. TPCK is an instructional model envisioned using a Venn diagram. SAMR refers to the effects of selected technology on student productivity and is envisioned in a hierarchical plan with redefinition representing the power of technology to transform learning output. Puentendura consulted with the state of Maine in its one-to-one computer implementation project.
Fighting With Teenagers: A Copyright Story - 4 views
Backchanneling in Middle School Social Studies - 0 views
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One of the eighth grade social studies teachers at my middle school decided to try and engage his students even more during a classroom video by incorporating the backchanneling tool, TodaysMeet
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This was an awesome first experience with backchanneling in our middle school. In the past, when teachers used a long video (more than a few minutes in length) with students, one could easily observe students "tuning out" the video, trying hard to keep their eyes open, and generally getting *nothing* out of the experience. So not true with this experience!
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Backchanneling in Middle School Social Studies\nOne of the eighth grade social studies teachers at my middle school decided to try and engage his students even more during a classroom video by incorporating the backchanneling tool, TodaysMeet. \n\n * What is backchanneling? \n * Teacher: Pat Gerding [Twitter: gerdingp] [Website: http://www.minot.k12.nd.us/P.Gerding]\n
Home - Mahara Demo Site - 0 views
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Mahara is a fully featured open source electronic portfolio, weblog, Resumé builder and social networking system, connecting users and creating online communities. Mahara provides you with the tools to set up a personal learning and development environment.
weblogged » home - 1 views
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Welcome to the Weblogg-ed Wiki, maintained by me, Will Richardson. I've created this space as a resource site for my workshops and presentations.
Douchy's Weblog - 1 views
» How BrainPOP Impacts Student Learning Educational Technology Weblog - 0 views
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How BrainPOP Impacts Student Learning
Securing your iOS device for your children, Part 2: Lock down your device to prevent in... - 0 views
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"There has been a string of high-profile cases where children have racked up thousands of dollars in credit card charges through in-app purchases. In these cases and others like them, the iOS devices used by the children have not been properly locked down by the parents. In this three-part series, we will show you how to set up a kid-friendly iTunes account, lock down your device to prevent in-app purchases and perform some maintenance that'll prevent your tot from sending emails or tweeting on your behalf. You can jump into part two below, where we take a deep dive into the settings and show you how to lockdown your iOS device. "
Smithsonian Zoo launches 'App for Apes' iPad project | TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog - 0 views
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"If you have an extra iPad laying around and feel like donating it to a unique cause, the Apps for Apes program might be the one for you. Launched last year, the program gives iPads to various types of apes, including orangutans, to enrich their leisure and education environments. Now the Smithsonian Zoo is the latest to get in on the Apps for Apes program."
The danger of counterfeit iPhone/iPad USB adapters | TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog - 0 views
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"Software engineer Ken Shirriff took a close look at 12 different USB power adapters and confirmed what we already suspected -- that counterfeit chargers are junk. They are poorly constructed and can cause serious damage to both your devices and yourself."