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When we require our students to search for their own online resources, it is important to teach them how to find material that is reputable and of high quality. I found this guide that might be useful in teaching these concepts to students.

Helpful tips for students on how to take notes in a google doc.

The SAMR (Substitution Augmentation Modification Redefinition) model is a framework used to evaluate the technology being employed (or that you'd like to employ) in your classroom. Basically, it offers a way for you to look at how technology integration might affect teaching and learning.

EDpuzzle is a simple, easy-to-use video-annotation tool. Learn how you can add questions and quizzes within videos to help your students be active viewers. Learn more about EDpuzzle and get ideas for lesson plans.

When Kristine Riley looks back on how she used to teach her students, she sees order and control. Her third, fourth and fifth grade gifted-and-talented classes had been structured and orderly, and students sat in designated seats. She had assigned the same tasks to every student and had hoped for roughly the same answers from all of them.

If you're looking to get started in the cryptocurrency world, one of the first things you'll need to do is create a Binance account. Binance is one of the largest and most popular cryptocurrency exchanges, so it's a good idea to have an account there. Creating a Binance account is relatively simple and only requires a few pieces of information from you. However, before you can start trading on Binance, you'll need to verify your account. This process can take a little bit of time, but it's worth it to make sure your account is secure. Once your account is verified, you'll be able to deposit money into it and start trading cryptocurrencies. If you're new to the world of crypto, Binance is a great place to start. With its large selection of coins and easy-to-use interface, it's perfect for beginner investors.

If you're using video in your classroom, check out this super easy way to use Zaption to edit videos together to create thought-provoking comparison. By combining videos together, students can draw connections, thinking critically, and connect what they're seeing to a bigger picture.

"Designing for Deeper Learning: How to Develop Performance Tasks"

Learn how to talk to students about the brain, and download a growth mindset lesson plan. With regards to our discussions about how students can be stifled by their fear of failure, consider explicitly teaching about how they can have a 'growth mindset.' This may help overcome some anxiety about new formats for learning such as online courses.

"How to Set Up Mastery-Based Grading in Your Classroom"

Today's employers say the capacity to collaborate to solve problems is going to be even more important for tomorrow's workers than content knowledge. And a recent study shows employers are looking for people who can work effectively in teams. Forward-thinking teachers are using technology to promote teamwork and collaborative projects, linking their students to classrooms across the globe.

How can an instructional designer (ID) leverage social interaction online to engage learners, increase exchange and dialogue, and get better results, without losing the purposeful focus provided by an instructor or traditional course content and structure? Here is an approach that you can adapt to your requirements.

How can an instructional designer (ID) leverage social interaction online to engage learners, increase exchange and dialogue, and get better results, without losing the purposeful focus provided by an instructor or traditional course content and structure? Here is an approach that you can adapt to your requirements.

What is collaborative learning? What is the impact of collaborative learning or group work? What are some examples of collaborative learning activities? How can you design group work activities? How can you manage group work? How can you evaluate group work? What are some general strategies to keep in mind when incorporating group work?

This site, The Cool Cat Teacher, was very appealing to me. There is a great layout of useful information for technology, assessment, lesson plans, etc for multiple grade levels and content areas. This particular podcast stood out to me this week as I'm getting prepared for our Data Team meeting at my school next week. I also found it interesting in our content this week that online learning is perceived to be more individualized. In that case, being able to take data and use it to drive the direction of your classroom learning is very important.

"This free, 60-page e-book offers useful advice on how to start learning, organise your studies, remember what you've learnt, keep motivated and learn with other people."

This blog entry describes the efforts of a pilot group of Baltimore Public Schools to use tech to individualize learning in a blended environment. A focus of the entry is their decision to publicly share their journey, step by step, in the broader community.