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" Share on printShare on facebookShare on twitterShare on google_plusone More Sharing Services Program for the Study of Children and Media Research About Our Program Children, Teens, and Entertainment Media: The View From The Classroom Social Media, Social Life: How Teens View Their Digital Lives Zero to Eight: Children's Media Use in America csm researchcsm research About the Research Program The mission of Common Sense Media's Program for the Study of Children and Media is to provide parents, educators, health organizations, and policymakers with reliable, independent data on children's use of media and technology and the impact it has on their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development. For further inquiries, contact Colby Zintl at (415) 553-6753. "

"Every day, more and more teachers are using the world-building game Minecraft to engage and educate. The game is a true phenomenon and gamers young and old are using it in countless creative ways. Practitioners of Games Based Education have realized the potential and have embraced Minecraft in classrooms around the world. Now you can too!"

"Creating a presentation or slideshow is a staple of any 21st Century Classroom and a skill that every successful educator has and every successful student should learn.  It used to be that only programs such as PowerPoint could create presentations.  However, now there are lots of sites and apps that not only create stunning presentations but also make it easier then ever. Below is my list of some of my favorite tools for creating beautiful-looking presentations and slideshows. This list is in alphabetical order. "

"There are a number of enhancements YUDU can add on to your digital illustrated books which enhance content produced for primary education. Video, animation and read-aloud capabilities are available across most devices. Re-imagined iBooks Author content is ideal for the primary classroom and provides a totally interactive online experience. "

"Educators traveling to the Florida Educational Technology Conference 2011 in Orlando the first week of February were exposed to some mind-boggling new technology- education's first curriculum featuring "augmented reality" (AR). Pioneered by Logical Choice Technologies, Letters alive™ brings a kingdom of 26 "seemingly-alive" digital 3D animals into classrooms with the ultimate goal of teaching children to read at the kindergarten level."

"Visions In Education- FREE Training Materials for educators! Welcome to the Google Docs for Education training site! This resource is designed to help educators and staff learn how to effectively use Google Docs in the classroom and district office. Here you will find information on the six chapters we will cover as well as schedules, resources and the latest announcements. Don't hesitate to contact on of the Google Certified Teachers on our training team should you have any questions. "

"Attend this one-of-a kind event for and by teachers and raise your awareness of the Flipped Learning ideology. Educators from all disciplines and across the globe are embracing Flipped Learning in elementary and secondary schools in most subject areas. Be part of the new way of teaching and learning. Click on the tab above for more information and agenda, including hotel info, and to register now! "

"If you are one of those out there that believe that Facebook has no place in the classroom, then, well maybe this post isn't for you. But please first take a look at just a few reasons why you should reconsider"

" Consistent with BOR Policy IV-3.20, the UMUC Library has developed guidelines for the use of copyrighted materials. These guidelines address library and educational fair use as well as fair use exceptions for research and scholarly work. The purpose of this document is to help UMUC faculty understand copyright and fair use in the classroom, and it may be useful to UMUC students as well."

"K-12 COPYRIGHT LAWS: PRIMER FOR TEACHERS COPYRIGHT LAWS DO'S AND DON'TS WHAT IS LEGAL IN THE SCHOOL CLASSROOM "

Brokers of expertise site to collect resources and inormation for classrooms around California

"Let's have a little exercise. Walk me through this school you'd create. What do the classrooms look like? What are the class sizes? What are the hours?"

lisa highfill overview of lessons that have been flipped

Why Use Tablo? Four simple reasons why you should use Tablo to make and share digital lessons. Save Time in Class Students can watch Tablo lessons at home. No need to lecture in the classroom. Create Lessons Easily Make amazing lessons with just a graphics tablet and a computer with a microphone. Nothing to Install Tablo is completely online. No need to bother your IT department with installations. Data-Driven Teaching Tablo will be able to track your students' progress and identify areas of difficulty in your lessons.

"This site has been compiled by Lenva Shearing If you are using a cool web2.0 tool in your classroom that is not included here, please email me and I will add it (email link in navigation bar)"

Monday, November 7, 2011 9:00 am, Posted by Jeff Dunn 3 | Top 10 Lists 100 iPad Apps Perfect For Middle School Apple, guide, iPad, ipad apps, middle school This is the second in a set of featured articles on the best iPad apps for the classroom. Be sure to check out last week's '65+ iPad Apps Perfect For Elementary Schools' and stay tuned for more great app lists and resources!"

In this six-part series, I will highlight apps useful for developing higher order thinking skills in grades K-5 classrooms. Each list will highlight a few apps that connect to the various stages on Bloom's continuum of learning. Given the size and current exponential growth of the app market, I will also assist educators in setting criteria necessary to identify apps that maintain the integrity of teaching for thinking.

"Best Practices in Online Learning Posted June 26, 2012 in Online Learning From David Evans A recent Time magazine article, "The Teacher You've Never Met: Inside an Online High School Class," profiled Jane Good, one of Colorado's 21st Century Virtual Academy K-12 teachers. As a teacher who only sees her students' hands raised through buttons clicked on a screen and will never be able to tell if a student has dozed off on his or her desk, Good realizes that there are effective and ineffective practices for teaching in an online classroom."

"The California Student Bill of Rights Initiative is proposed for the November 2012 ballot. It will break down the barriers between students and all of the education options available to them in the classroom and online, leading to continued education or career training beyond high school. This action on the part of the people of California will ensure California students do not fall behind their peers in other states and position California for maintaining an advantage in the U.S. and global economy."

"At EdTechTeacher, our mission is to help teachers and schools leverage technology to create student-centered, inquiry-based learning environments. We offer keynote presentations, hands-on workshops, online courses, and live webinars for teachers, schools, and school districts. Whether you are a teacher looking to enhance your instructional practices, or a school leader seeking to foster change, we have services to fit a variety of needs. We understand teachers and students because all of us have been in the classroom."