More reasons and suggestions for using Pinterest, a wonderful way to keep students informed of resources. Libraries are a perfect place, but this list and descriptions apply to other education settings as well.
Site for finding educational videos. Videos rated by teachers. Videos are free and the site is not likely to be blocked in schools. Collection keeps growing.
A site for teachers to store links to websites, videos, Google Docs and more as well as to access instructional materials other teachers have stored on the site. The site is a collaborative resource for teachers. The site claims it is "the easiest way to build and store lessons.
Poll Everywhere is a quick way to take a class poll to stimulate discussion. Responses can be sent via cell phones, Twitter, or web browser. Results can be displayed using PowerPoint, Keynote or the web. Showing results can provoke discussion. Can be used in any discipline and most any grade.
If you have not used LiveBinder, take a look at this LiveBinder. If you are already using it, review the binder and perhaps add it to your shelf in LiveBinders for future reference.
Lisa Dabbs offers 10 women who are teachers and educators who offer much to others (students, other teachers, etc.). She celebrates them in honor of March, Women's History Month. Aviva Dunsinger, Shannon Miller, and Shelly Terrell are among those included.