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"An evolution on the idea of MOOCs is the "selectively open online course" (or SOOC) - simply, a MOOC with an entrance requirement designed to reduce the "unwanted diversity." This could be proven competency (e.g., pass an entrance quiz), a credential (e.g., have a degree), or membership (e.g., be in the university's alumni network). The theory is that a more uniform student body will lead to improved peer-to-peer collaboration and higher learner outcomes."

" Multiple layers could be used for showing data differences on a year over year or month over month basis. You could display the same data with different base layers for comparison. Students working collaboratively on a map can be responsible for editing their own layers on the same map. If you're using Google My Maps to have students create literature trips, they can create a different layer for each chapter of a book. Students mapping the history of an event like the U.S. Civil War could create a different layer for each year of the war. You might enjoy reading: Free Technology for Teachers: Listen and Read - Nonfiction Read-along...Free Technology for Teachers: Why You Should Use Videos In Your...Free Technology for Teachers: The Week in Review - The Most Popular... ENGAGEYA Share128 at 12:04 PM Email This BlogThis! Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to Pinterest Labels: free technology for students, Free Technology For Teachers, Geography, Google Apps, google maps, History, how to, My Maps, Social Studies Links to this post Create a Link Newer Post Older Post Home "

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"Slack is a messaging and content sharing app for teams, with a breadth of rich functionality."

"Library of Resources Access a free library of standards-aligned resources to differentiate instruction for individual students. Learn More Student Ownership Students access and submit work, track progress, and solicit feedback from teachers all in one place."