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In this tutorial, you will learn the basis steps in screen casting using Jing and Screencast-O-Matic. You will be introduced to other screen casting tools that you may choose to explore on your own. This class is the building block for the tutorial on flipping your classroom/ using blended learning in the classroom

"The "Flipped Classroom" is a term that has recently taken root in education. Much information and misinformation currently surrounds the conversation. We, as outspoken advocates for the "Flipped Classroom" concept, believe the following:".....

"Over the past few days teachers at my school have been debating the methods of maintaining discipline in a classroom where every pupil has access to a device and/or the internet and/or a whole variety of brilliant distractions!"

40 Creative Ways Teachers Are Using Cell Phones in the Classroom @vcnam http://t.co/L8fxY6AI

Education begins and ends with the relationship between the teacher and the student. While this idea is nothing new and has existed for thousands of years, it has undergone substantial change for better or for worse. Technology can help us, however, create an enviornment where teachers can impart more of their wisdom to more students, allowing more children to become better members of society. Social Media in the Classroom: How Teachers Can Use It Effectively http://t.co/hzxiolGs

"One of the main conclusions to emerge from both the Glasgow and Manchester events was that all of us, as learning professionals, need to be able to at least appreciate the potential of technology to transform the learning experience. Most teachers use some technology in the classroom, but how many use it beyond the walls of the classroom? We are not talking about teachers taking technology home for personal use (that should be something most are doing anyway). We are instead alluding to the potential of technology to transcend the boundaries, roles and philosophies of traditional education, and to extend, enrich and enliven learning for all, from the very young, through to lifelong learners."

A good overview of the things to take into consideration when using mobile devices in the classroom

"Discover the tools and techniques today's teachers and classrooms are using to prepare students for tomorrow -- and how you can get involved. What should collaboration, creativity, communication, and critical thinking look like in a modern classroom? How can parents help educators accomplish their goals? We hope this guide helps bring more parents into the conversation about improving education. (And when you're done, don't miss our Home-to-School Connections Guide.)"

From flipping your classroom to deploying digital textbooks, there's a lot of disruption happening in the classroom. We talk about these trends every day on Edudemic and hope that helps you stay on the so-called bleeding edge of education innovation. But rather than talk about the latest trends, why not actually find out how (and if) teachers are adopting each trend? The below infographic details the 6 hottest teaching trends and looks at how they're being adopted

This article looks at what it takes for someone to teach effectively in a flipped classroom.

"Do mobile devices in the classroom really improve learning outcomes?"

Just Pinned to Elearning and edtech: 5 Tips for Getting Started with Google Apps in the Classroom https://t.co/PU1E54E9uF

Just Pinned to Elearning and edtech: 5 Tips for Getting Started with Google Apps in the Classroom https://t.co/PU1E54E9uF

Just Pinned to Elearning and edtech: * Google Classroom is a blended learning platform for schools that aim to sim… https://t.co/cIg2OHRIof

Just Pinned to Elearning and edtech: * Google Classroom is a blended learning platform for schools that aim to sim… https://t.co/cIg2OHRIof

There are news stories and web articles about reverse instruction, or 'flipping the classroom', published just about every day lately. Here's 15 news stories from the last 4 weeks focused on this instructional technology phenomenon. Many of these articles mention 'the flip' in their title (and for every one of these, there have been one or two additional articles that discuss the concept).

As mobile learning and technology is more readily integrated within classroom settings, QR codes can be used as an interesting method to capture a student's attention and make lesson material more interactive. Good collection of links Quick response codes, also known as 'QR' codes, are simple, scannable images that are a form of barcode. By scanning a QR code image through a mobile device, information can be accessed including text, links, bookmarks and email addresses.

"While the iPad's potential in formal learning environments is clear, there is a practical side to its implementation that is not often recognized until after they're purchased. Logistics here are usually left to an over-worked school or district IT person-or worse, to the classroom teacher. "

"Mr. Su believes that better teacher training is needed, so that new teachers have a better comfort level with new technologies. "Teachers' colleges should really be on the forefront," he said. "They should have a compulsory course on using technology in the classroom"

The Interesting Ways series of resources continue to grow as the community add ideas from the classroom. Below is one of the most popular with over 70 ideas shared by teachers for using Google Forms in a range of different ways.

YouTube is still the best place to find videos to use in the classroom, despite being blocked in many schools. If your school does allow you to use YouTube there are a few cool tips and tricks to improve your use of YouTube in the classroom.