I am finding more examples of teachers using wikis. This list is extensive and in addition to sharing it, I will use it as a discussion topic in a presentation.
Post of why schools aren't making more progress implementing and integrating technology. Author posts a three minute survey you can take or pass along.
Informal findings similar to the article that Daniel shared for the staff meeting on the 23rd.
While we've witnessed many effective approaches to incorporating iPads successfully in the classroom, we're struck by the common mistakes many schools are making with iPads, mistakes that are in some cases crippling the success of these initiatives. We're sharing these common challenges with you, so your school doesn't have to make them.
On this site, you can see the ways fellow teachers are solving problems, leave a comment, recommend an idea, share inventive things you've done, and take on meaningful professional learning challenges.
Random Share: In addition to providing free wireless for the entire neighborhood of Chelsea, here is another (unrelated) contribution from a company with which we work very closely and support in our schools
First off, what is an API? API stands for Application Program Interface. It's a tool which allows web applications (websites and apps to the layman) to communicate with each other and share information stored in each other's databases. This information can then be incorporated into new and different projects.
Liking DocsTeach. Teachers will need to register to get full use. Number 4 on the list of what teachers can do is particularly interesting. Enjoy checking it out.
Good for us all to think about. And good to know about an article like this. I'm seeing a little backlash against "technology" like this in various articles. I'll try to gather them up.
Wow, what an interesting perspective. I'm inclined to believe some of those high-performing schools are excelling *despite* the lack of technology, but I definitely sensed the author's bias here...it almost seemed like she wanted to prove that 'fancy equipment' detracts from real learning.
The community just launched today and there are already some good videos up. Richard Byrne blogged about it at "Free Technology for Teachers"--his own Google tutorials are designed especially for teachers, and are another great resource: http://www.freetech4teachers.com/p/google-tools-tutorials.html
I'm still for balance but I would love to be in Disney World for the Scholar Games in January. I could bring back the information and share it with everyone!!