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Adaptation of the Tinker Studio Learning Dimensions Framework rubric that the San Francisco Exploratorium created in 2013 and gave permission to the Madison Public Library to use and adapt for their maker programs

Connected classrooms use social media, like Twitter, to enhance learning. Students are more engaged in learning and in the world outside their walls. | 21st Century School Libraries

This page will provide links to online information about the use of Google Chromebooks in the PreK-12 classroom. There have been many successful pilots of these devices and 1:1 adoptions, and this...

This is a great spot for resources on Makerspace. This idea was new to me, so this was quite helpful to see examples, get history, and begin thinking about creating my own.

Reasons why to help reluctant readers

Since 2006, millions have been inspired by TED Talks: short, inspirational and educational videos by speakers expounding on topics from science to spirituality to dance. TED stands for technology, education and design, and its stated mission is to spread ideas. The talks are often thought provoking and the speakers passionate about their topics.

StoryWalk® is an innovative and delightful way for children - and adults! - to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. Laminated pages from a children's book are attached to wooden stakes, which are installed along an outdoor path. As you stroll down the trail, you're directed to the next page in the story.

This site is useful for teachers because they can share their lesson plans with other teachers or even parents. It would be good for collaboration. Music teachers, art teachers, or librarians can look at what their classes are learning in the classroom to integrate their curriculum.

Great, safe site for teachers and students on video tech. stuff. I teach a video tech. class to 7th and 8th grade students (HA!) and I use this site quite a bit. (We learned together!)

Awesome place to go for librarian web sites! Ideas with lesson plans, and sharing of ideas! I used this site a lot last year when I first stepped in for the retiring librarian and needed ideas NOW.

This webpage could be useful for elementary teachers who want to make learning games available for students.

This website provides many links to different resources for students and teachers such as suggested worksheets on astronomy.

Makerspaces in College

For quite a while now I have been a big advocate for teachers using social media. Specifically, I have encouraged the use of Twitter as a way to build strong professional learning networks. I know for me Twitter allowed me to make some very strong professional and personal connections.