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A live event hosted by an 8th grade classroom investigating social justice issues. All are welcome to attend.

kindle, sony reader, nook, vs iPads, etc.

Harvard Education Lette(Volume 27, Number 2 March/April 2011)

not only applicable for K12

The Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) illustrates how teachers can use technology to enhance learning for K-12 students. The TIM incorporates five interdependent characteristics of meaningful learning environments: active, constructive, goal directed (i.e., reflective), authentic, and collaborative (Jonassen, Howland, Moore, & Marra, 2003). The TIM associates five levels of technology integration (i.e., entry, adoption, adaptation, infusion, and transformation) with each of the five characteristics of meaningful learning environments. Together, the five levels of technology integration and the five characteristics of meaningful learning environments create a matrix of 25 cells as illustrated.

How could you use Google Moderator in the classroom?  Might it improve classroom discussion and sharing ideas?

Adam Bellow (@adambellow on Twitter) works as the Director of Educational Technology for the College Board Schools where he works with educational leaders, teachers, and students to infuse technology successfully in the classroom. In 2011, he was recognized as Outstanding Young Educator of the Year by ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education).

Jeff Utecht and Kim Cofino grad credit offerings

A site full of resources from Howie DiBlasi. It contains information on how to present information in a compelling way.

Google Tools for the classroom