In addition to improving outcomes in academic content areas, there are some overarching considerations for using technology well in the classroom. In the following sections, we take a look at using technology for collaborative discussion, assessment, and supporting digital literacy. We also offer research-based suggestions of programs that can be useful for each area.

Whether you teach in Idaho or elsewhere, this is an innovative, inspirational report on how Idaho recently bolstered and launched a blended learning project for 10,500 students. This project encompassed the help of nearly 50 schools, 175 teachers, and a team from the Kahn Academy.

This is a very recent report of a blended and personalized learning pilot project in Idaho. Whether you are a teacher in this state or not, it is encouraging to find positive work being done to help bolster and launch a better, more innovative way of teaching with tecnology.

http://issuu.com/jkaf/docs/the_khan_academy_report_spring_2015

Although students are evermore connected to the social web, many of these networks remain out-of-class digital playgrounds where students congregate. In a 2014 survey of 1,000 teachers, just one in five said they use social media regularly with students. Of course, it can be a challenge to incorporate social media into lessons.

This blog and podcast focus on issues related to distance education at the K-12 level, specifically the use of virtual and cyber schools. (by Michael Barbour)

A real teacher helping you be really amazing

Welcome to the website for The Cool Teacher Podcast, a weekly audio podcast produced and distributed by two VERY cool teachers--Barbara Schroeder and Chris Haskell, from Boise State University. Barbara and Chris are teachers and geeks--constantly on the cutting edge of technology tools for teaching and learning.

Congratulations on making the decision to get a college degree! After the initial excitement wears off, you will next need to figure out how you are going to accomplish this successfully within four years (give or take a semester). Naturally, you will want to prepare yourself for success.

Think. Learn. Innovate.