The art of teaching is the art of assisting discovery.
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Digital Interactive Notebooks
If you've not yet visited the Ditch That Textbook website, you really need to do so. Matt Miller is never in a shortage for practical classroom ideas. He doesn't disappoint this time either. Matt highlights some great ideas in this article, including the following:
Goose Chase Scavenger Hunt Creator
Now this sounds like a lot of fun! Goose Chase offers teachers a platform for creating digital scavenger hunts. The user creates a "game" and then populates the game with "missions." The missions are then delivered to the students via a code. The game can be password-protected if you choose and one little note to think about...the free version allows users to set up the missions for either individuals or a maximum of three teams. There are some powerful classroom implications here, so I encourage you to have a look at Goose Chase. Watch the tutorial video below for more info.
Please take the opportunity to learn about Gabriel Carrillo. Instructional technologist, podcaster, and former Arizona teacher of the year, Gabriel Carrillo brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Be sure to follow him on Twitter, and catch his podcast, EdTech Bites.
Discovery Education
Did you know that you have access to over 180,000 educational resources, instructional tools, PD resources and so much more with your Discovery Education access? If you're not utilizing this amazing resource, reach out to me to get your credentials, and to learn more. This is a wonderful resource that you could be using in your classroom today.
Check Out This Goodie!
Take a look at Classroom Screen! This amazing resource provides you with something to put on your, uh, classroom screen. It will either randomly generate a visually pleasing image or it will allow you to upload your own. But wait, there's more :)
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AuthorBrad Cloud is the Director of Instructional Technology and Library Services at South San Antonio ISD. AuthorErika White is the Instructional Technology Specialist for South San Antonio ISD. Archives
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