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6 ways to use video in the classroom

I wonder how FinalWeb stacks up against this list? Add it to when I have free time pile to check that out.

Blog about the recent Distance Outreach 7 Technology Conference held in Las Vegas Nov. 8 & 9, 2013

Very creative use of QR codes and excellent steps for doing this "right".

Shared by Cindy Krueger I've been following Jenn's Trends on Facebook for social media hints and tips. I'm sharing her recent blog post about protecting and recovering hacked social media accounts. One item of note is the LogDog tool to help protect your accounts. This topic is of special concern because I know a couple people with high profile accounts that have been hacked recently. Fortunately each was able to work with the social media company to get the account restored. Maybe less of a concern for churches and schools that have in person contact with followers but still something people will want to avoid if possible.

I am currently feeling overwhelmed and very unorganized in my online presence. This article holds out hope as we continue the journey into social media - some good thoughts in the post to encourage leaders in bringing good technology into good teaching.

Blog post pointing to tutorial/quiz for using Google Earth. Great resource for teachers looking to integrate this tool into classroom instruction.

Great example of using Voki in the classroom. This blog post also outlines a lesson plan or two to help get you started.

The Reform Symposium is a free, online, global conference organized by my friend Kelly Tenkely (and several others).

Create a professional looking site in minutes.  "So simple it's silly." Check out the sample Education site. Many times I talk with people who don't want a blog but a web site. Here's a free an easy option for setting up a web site.

Google Docs collaborative presentations on all aspects of technology in the classroom

WELS Principal Peter Iles on the Google Blog

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