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Edmodo recently released a new look for their website. Many times when a website changes there's a ton of confusion about old features, new feature, and where everything is now located. Not with Edmodo! The simple and clear design makes it easy to navigate between all of the tools. So there shouldn't be too much confusion for existing users, and teachers who want to learn how to use Edmodo for the first time are met with a sleek and simple interface. Here are a few videos on how to navigate the new Edmodo site, and how to use the basic features for anyone interested in learning to use Edmodo in the classroom.

Interesting post on some of the ways in which technology can be used to further engage with the wider community, especially those who are often unable to make it to events etc ... such as videoing information evenings and school assemblies.

Great video on the role of texting in regards to th revolutionary role of language.

Children's website for reading and literacy - Kids online stories, videos, educational activities, games, worksheets, printables, coloring pages, arts & crafts and more. Got a Fairy Tale theme in mind Foundation teachers? Here is the pot of gold at the end of that rainbow!!!

A great collection of videos from a range of picture book artists as a part of the Look! exhibition. "

Fantastic video from Mike Wesch on why we need a why. Well worth a watch.

An interesting take on cyber awareness and digital literacy. Interactive with some great videos.

A fantastic collection on documentaries available online. They have been sorted into various categories, from History to Science to Sport.

Graded according to year level. Mainly for Literacy and Numeracy but all subjects covered. Tutorials, videos, interactive activities, assessments, worksheets.

Used by over 70,000 teachers & 1 million students at home and school. Studyladder is an online english literacy & mathematics learning tool. Kids activity games, worksheets and lesson plans for Primary and Junior High School students in Australia.

Anatomy Arcade makes basic human anatomy come ALIVE through awesome games, interactives and videos. Awesome tool for any PE theory lessons or anatomy activities.

Into the Book focuses on eight reading comprehension strategies for grades 1-4. Kids area has interactive activities for each strategy, teacher area features teacher guides, lesson plans, posters, video and audio clips, downloads, and more.