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The easiest way to create apps for your phone! App Inventor is built on the idea that you do not need to be a developer to build great mobile applications. Instead of code, App Inventor allows you to visually design applications and use blocks to specify application logic. Use the GPS-location sensor to build location aware appsFor example, build an app to help you remember where you parked your car. Make your apps communicate by using the phone functionalityFor example, build an app that periodically texts "missing you" to your loved ones. Integrate with the web to build mashup applicationsFor example, build an app that talks to your favorite website like Twitter.

The process of searching by image can usually answer whether or not a photo is fake pretty quickly. Take this picture, for example:

Different ideas for using apple's free iBooks Author

I've been reading lately about the novelty effect for increased attention spans in education. I believe "iFake Text" is a great example of  a simple tool that can allow your students to show what they know in a unique or novel way by emulating a text message conversation on an iPhone.

A great presentation containing powerful and practical real life examples of how teachers are using Google Apps in their teaching and learning.

This is a must for anyone interested in Apps...Just look at the variety of ways in which Forms are being used!

From the Voki for Education Newsletter Voki in the Languages Classroom

An example of how Voki is being used in language lessons.

An example of how Voki is being used in language lessons.

"Voice Search provides a method to search by speaking. For example, just click on the microphone and say "kittens" to search for kittens. If you specifically want pictures of kittens, say "google images kittens". Want to learn more about World War II? Say "wikipedia world war two". "

"The new updated version is now out. This resource should help you understand the changes through clear examples. Click here to read about the 2009 MLA updates. "

asks you to type a phrase and the site will pull in words from Flickr to match each word and then animates them in sequence. You can save them, and link to old ones via the archive. Here's an example.

This space is intended as a virtual eToolBox of resources for integrating technology into the classroom. It is chocked-full of resources, how-tos, use in classroom, examples and more. Please visit the links to the left to learn more about the tools in the eToolBox.

Edraw Mind Map is a freeware vector-based application with rich examples and templates. Mind Map makes it easy to create basic flow charts, mind maps, brain-storming diagrams and sketch maps. Must be downloaded

"This JavaScript tutorial contains hundreds of "Try it yourself" examples. With our editor, you can edit JavaScript code online and click on a button to view the result."

An online portfolio allows you to compile what makes you employable - it should include things like your resume, cover letter, references, certifications, transcripts and any examples of your work (including writing samples, press clips, artwork or lesson plans). Plus, you should include basic contact information, such as a phone number and email, and more modern information, like a Twitter handle, LinkedIn profile, or Facebook URL. Put all of this into one online package that's easy to browse and voilà - you have an online portfolio!

"You can create your own maps and virtual visits or try those of others. The showcase is organised into the following areas:"