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"In order to reach the levels of all learners, educators need to carefully tailor their lessons to the needs of all the learners in their classroom.  This is referred to as UDL (Universal Design for Learning).  This video does a better job of explaining it... So as part of an assignment for grad school, and because I teach in a school that is 1:1 with iPads in grades 9-12, I thought I would give a list of 10 apps that aides in UDL instruction, particularly reading comprehension for our current book, The Odyssey. "

A company known for helping clients in the media and retail sectors digitize their publications has launched a version of its publishing platform for converting PDF-based books into interactive texts that can be accessed on multiple platforms for the education segment. YUDU Media has launched YUDU Education, which allows publishers to create course materials that can be optimized and delivered for Macs, Windows-based PCs, and Android and iPad tablets. The same technology can also simultaneously create an accessible edition of the same materials for users who use assistive technologies. Read more at http://thejournal.com/articles/2012/10/10/digital-conversion-service-publishes-accessible-multi-platform-textbooks.aspx?admgarea=News1#HUs7FcTbx8BE0aL9.99 

"Hi! My name is Karen Bolotin and I teach art in a Chicago Public school devoted to helping students with special behavioral, emotional and educational needs. I also teach reading/writing for 90 minutes a day as well as running several different clubs; poetry, girl's group, drawing, student literary magazine etc, that may change from year to year. I have been teaching at my school since 1987. "

"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. "

"Here are some web-based papers and articles you might read if you are interested in learning more about Dr. Seymour Papert's theory of constructionism."

"We're really glad you're here to support your creative kid. It used to be that you hang their work on the fridge to let them know you're proud. Now they're older and the Internet is becoming a part of their life at home and school-this is a great opportunity to keep connected and cheer them on. Keep reading on below to learn more about DIY, or grab your kid and help them join."

"School libraries help prepare students to live and learn in a world of information. The mission of school libraries is to ensure that students and staff are able to use ideas and information. The libraries provide access to materials in all formats. It helps increase students' interest in reading, viewing, and using information and ideas. Research shows that a school library with the right staffing, funding, and a rich collection of books has a positive impact on students. School districts need to provide library services for teachers and students. For more information about school libraries, contact your local school district. The links and information below were developed for educators and others who work with school libraries."

"If you haven't been keeping up with our Gamification.co/Live page, then you've been missing out on Gabe's weekly webcasts where he talks to gamification experts and answers user questions about gamification and design! To help keep you guys updated, we will now be writing small reviews outlining the topics Gabe spoke about so you don't get to miss any of the action. Read the topics, and watch the full show right below! "

"Social media offers some great opportunities for learning in the classroom, bringing together the ability to collaborate, access worldwide resources, and find new and interesting ways to communicate in one easily accessible place. Teachers around the world have found innovative ways to use Twitter as a teaching tool, and we've shared many of these great ideas here with you. Read on, and we'll explore 60 inspiring ways that teachers and students can put Twitter to work in the classroom."

"It was about five years ago when I got into visualization. Before I actually made anything, I read books and guides that made suggestions and preached a handful of design principles, but when it was time to make a data graphic for publication, I didn't know what I was doing. Theory is great. Being able to apply it to your own data is better."

"f you've got school-age kids, you know when they're working on reading and math. But if their homework includes loops, goto commands, and branches, don't be alarmed. They're probably learning to code, and that's a very good thing. From Code.org's Hour of Code to coding camps and afterschool classes, computer programming is hot -- and, in a technology-fueled world that's only going to grow, coding is an invaluable 21st-century skill."

"We are not spyware Our team believes in positive family communication based on trust and responsibility. Before using our product, we urge you to sit down with your child to have a discussion about what exactly will be monitored. Read more » See us in the news Watch as Dr. Phil, law enforcement officers, and parents from around the country all recommend My Mobile Watchdog. View more » Keeping School Kids Safe My Mobile Watchdog is proud to partner with TDS, California's largest and oldest public school 403b Plan Administrator, to prevent cyber bullying."

(iOS iPad) The Daily Newspaper Just for Kids! ***Best App for Teaching and Learning 2013 by AASL*** ***Featured by Apple in the Education section *** ***One of The Best News Sources for Kids - Common Sense Media*** *** kidSAFE® certified *** "Once in a while, an app comes along that makes me breathe a sigh of 'well, finally.' Such is the case with News-O-Matic, an ingenious app that condenses the daily news of the world and delivers it in perfectly kid-digestible form." - Cool Mom Tech

I'm a huge fan of Naperville Reads.  The collaboration between Anderson's Booksellers, District 203 & 204, and the Naperville Public Library has brought some amazing authors to our community.  The chance to listen and learn from these talented individuals has proved inspirational for our students, teachers, and parents.

We often read that there are 4 C's in a true 21st century education: critical thinking and problem solving, communication, collaboration, and creativity and innovation. The iPad is a success at engaging individual students in critical thinking and creativity, but how about collaboration? After all, tablets are consumer products, designed to be used by one person at a time, not by teams of students. It's up to teachers and instructional technologists to figure out how best to deploy them in the classroom in a way that supports project-based learning and fosters teamwork. We asked several teachers involved in iPad initiatives which apps they've had the most success with on the collaboration front. Here is what they told us.

"The Verso® Total Shoulder replacement, is a stemless and cementless reverse total shoulder replacement for treatment of patients with severely torn tendons and arthritis in the shoulder. The prosthesis is manufactured and distributed by Innovative Design Orthopaedics and The Reading shoulder Unit. It has been implanted since 2005 with an excellent record of successful patient outcomes."

"Because Literary Reading Brings Wisdom to the Information Age Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness. ~ Mark Twain"

" The Easiest Way To Take Appointments Online. Let people reserve fixed length slots of time in your Google Calendar. (read more) "

"I found this press release from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation to be very interesting reading this morning. It seems our teens are one-upping us again. Those little aliens are actually spending time online learning, who would have thought? "

" USA TODAY Snapshots USA TODAY Snapshots are easy-to-read statistical graphics that present information on various issues and trends in a visually appealing way. Readers are invited to answer a "Quick Question" related to the snapshot. A new Snapshot is posted online Monday through Friday."