Free Online Training from PBworks - 48 views
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http://facilitateadultlearning.pbworks.com/f/brainrulespzreview-1211213300619507-9.pdf - 14 views
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What all presenters should know
http://jiscdesignstudio.pbworks.com/w/file/fetch/40474828/Digital%20literacies%20anatom... - 50 views
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Digital literacy anatomised
Teach | Learn - A Student Created Content Course Book - 144 views
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36 print optimized lessons based on the teacher / learner friendly methodology of SCC or Student Created Content. View samples here - Preface: http://bit.ly/geMws5 Lessons: http://bit.ly/gylisE Teacher's Notes: http://bit.ly/dGSj16 Certificate: http://bit.ly/hnznO4 Extra Printables: http://bit.ly/eOousU Wiki: http://teachlearnscc.pbworks.com/w/page/35979221/Teach%20%20Learn (all Lessons editable als doc-files)
technologytrainingwheels.pbworks.com / Podcasting Resources - 96 views
Digitally Speaking / Blogging - 169 views
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Using Feed Readers
Feed readers are probably the most important digital tool for today's learner because they make sifting through the amazing amount of content added to the Internet easy. Also known as aggregators, feed readers are free tools that can automatically check nearly any website for new content dozens of times a day---saving ridiculous amounts of time and customizing learning experiences for anyone.
Imagine never having to go hunting for new information from your favorite sources again. Learning goes from a frustrating search through thousands of marginal links written by questionable characters to quickly browsing the thoughts of writers that you trust, respect and enjoy.
Sounds too good to be true, doesn't it?
It's not! Here's a Commoncraft tutorial explaining RSS Feeds in Plain English:
Feed readers can quickly and easily support blogging in the classroom, allowing teachers to provide students with ready access to age-appropriate sites of interest that are connected to the curriculum. By collecting sites in advance and organizing them with a feed reader, teachers can make accessing information manageable for their students.
Here are several examples of feed readers in action:
Student Blogs
http://www.pageflakes.com/wferriter/20982438
This feed list includes several elementary, middle and high school blogs that students can explore during silent reading or while online at home.
Current Events
http://www.pageflakes.com/wferriter/16714925
This feed list includes links to several news websites that cover topics that are a part of one teacher's required social studies curriculum.
Global Warming
http://www.pageflakes.com/wferriter/22534539
Used specifically as a part of one classroom project, this feed list contains information related to global warming that students can use as a starting point for individual research.
While there are literally dozens of different feed reader programs to choose from (Bloglines and Google Reader are two biggies), Pageflakes is a favorite of many educators because it has a visual layout that is easy to read and interesting to look at. It is also free and web-based. That means that users can check accounts from any computer with an Internet connection. Finally, Pageflakes makes it quick and easy to add new websites to a growing feed list—and to get rid of any websites that users are no longer interested in.
What's even better: Pageflakes has been developing a teacher version of their tool just for us that includes an online grade tracker, a task list and a built in writing tutor. As Pageflakes works to perfect its teacher product, this might become one of the first kid-friendly feed readers on the market. Teacher Pageflakes users can actually blog and create a discussion forum directly in their feed reader---making an all-in-one digital home for students.
For more information about the teacher version of Pageflakes, check out this review:
http://teacherleaders.typepad.com/the_tempered_radical/2008/02/pageflakes-for.html
For more information on using feed readers to organize and manage information, check out this handout:
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Checklist to use before embarking on a blogging project with students
bcpslibraryinformationservices / FrontPage - 83 views
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Great collection of resources.
Web comercio internacional - 1 views
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Web de uso en curso universitario, buenas practicas en el uso de técnicas de importacion y exportacion, usando wiki
hoorayforbooks / FrontPage - 47 views
Help with free online textbooks - 110 views
To all: Thank you so much. Keep the resources coming! These are wonderful and I am so appreciative of your help. Take care, Keith
itouchthefuture [licensed for non-commercial use only] / Apps for Every School Leader t... - 10 views
Joe Wood Online PBWiki / Sharing Stories with Google Earth - 42 views
The Pursuit of Technology Integration Happiness: Do you Tweet? As an Educator..You Sho... - 55 views
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Key groups to follow in Twitter. Many resources and very active.
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1.) 100 Educators to Follow on Twitter 2.) Twitter 4 Teachers Wiki 3.) Educators on Twitter - Google Doc Spreadsheet. You can add yourself by filling out the following form once you create your Twitter account. 4.) Connexions - Directory of Learning Professionals Online 5.) You can get some more ideas at Free Technology 4 Teachers: Seven Ways to find Teachers on Twitte
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Great tips on using twitter as an educator
twitter4teachers / FrontPage - 1 views
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Wiki of teachers on Twitter, separated by content area.
kernelsoftruth [licensed for non-commercial use only] / FrontPage - 1 views
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A web site built by the amazing students in a Social Studies Methods class at Bemidji State University to help teachers facilitate lessons on themes related to The Omnivore's Dilemma. Lesson plans, materials, games, videos. A great tool for a teacher who wants to jigsaw student learning and is looking for accessible content.
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Check this out!
ISS Common Core - 56 views
technology4kids [licensed for non-commercial use only] / FrontPage - 5 views
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Tips for using technology with kids
