WELSTech

Simple game written by MLC Systems Administrator Aaron Spike. Requires Python

Great interactive timeline for space exploration.

Accordance is offering this 25% off coupon good on any of their products until April 30, 2012. Also, Accordance products, modules, etc can now be purchased in the Mac App store.

April 3 to 9 Olive Tree is giving away a Free e-copy of the ESV Bible which is one of the translations being considered for adoption by the WELS. Olive Tree's Bible Reader is my choice for lowest cost, richest features of available cross platform digital Bible Study tools. Nice paralleling of multiple translations along side original and nonenglish language editions (Greek, Hebrew, Latin, etc.). Large library of Bibles and commentaries to chose from. Better prices and far less blotted than Logos.

Some research suggests that on-line reading (and learning) is not as memorable as reading hard copy. Learning strategies will need to be adjusted.

Videos of middle school classroom using a variety of iPad apps in the classroom - Short clips

Teachers log in at t.socrative.com Students log in at m.socrative.com and input the teachers room number My room number is 69385 Works in any browser - desktop, laptop, netbook, mobile

TED talks/videos can be a great source of free classroom or individual student enrichment. Naturally, use with caution. TED materials are typically most appropriate for upper grade levels, but expecially visual presentations could be repurposed for the lower grade levels.

Part of a series on how to use Google Apps in the classroom, both for students and teachers.

What to learn from Steve Jobs even though he was clearly an abusive jerk.

Beta version released of video meeting software enabling more than 10 individuals to interact.

One Room School advantages which Christian school teachers and champions need to herald. Bookmark and read this NYTimes article. Teacher student relationships are more important to effective learning than physical resources. Are our classroom strategies still based on the Prussian model? or are we leveaging the strengths and wisdom of the One Room School?