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If you haven't looked into Snagit or other screen capturing tools, you should probably download one and start experimenting. I use Snagit and will help you learn how to use it to flip your classroom.

Wonderful visual of the evolution of technology in the classroom - would be a great graphic to show to students (and teachers) for fun.

From a student perspective a project is: something you want to share, something you have enough time to thoroughly complete, and on a topic that you find intriguing. :well-designed, open-ended, learner-definable prompt is the best starting place for project-based learning.

Good list of criteria of what makes for a good project. I like the emphasis on connecting with resources (meaning other people or students) outside of the classroom, perhaps even internationally. Does anyone know of a clearinghouse of classrooms and/or schools that are looking to connect with other schools or classrooms? I would really like my classes to connect with classrooms in Great Britain to see what their students are taught about the American Revolution.

"Teaching should be political. How to talk about race in the classroom."

Check this out - ideas to incorporate design thinking in the classroom. Might help jump start a Quest or class activity. Erica and Megan saw this in action this past summer. Ask them about it.

Some interesting extensions, add ons and apps that work with google chrome.

Check these out - some really interesting tools that you can incorporate into your classroom.

Some great resources for building lessons based on inquiry in your classroom.

Teaching Tolerance just released this new guide for facilitating critical conversations in the classroom.

A blog and podcast that discusses how white teachers can confront their bias in the classroom