Twitter Tips for Teachers
As Twitter’s popularity has increased, teachers are frequently asking how to use Twitter. There are several good web tutorials that detail teacher’s experiences and if you are looking for projects these could be just right for you. That is beyond the scope of this post, perhaps in another article. Today, I will keep it simple and share five general tips that I have found very effective. Take time to fill out your profile and add a picture. People like to see who they are communicating with and knowing some information about you will help them identify with you. Share the items...
Read MoreAre Ebooks the Future of Textbooks?
I’d like to thank Daryll and Shawn for hosting me here as part of my virtual tour to promote The Best of Learning & Leading with Technology. Leave a comment at the end of this post to enter to win a copy of the book. Jennifer Roland Are Ebooks the Future of Textbooks? Jennifer Roland There has been a lot of talk about the rising cost of textbooks and different methods of helping defray those costs for students. In January 2009, Inside Higher Ed reported that many colleges, including Northeast Missouri State University, are looking at rental programs and increasing ebook usage...
Read MoreThe Weekly Update: August 10- August 16
Discussion Draft NAEP Technology Literacy Framework Project Start-up helps teachers learn their lesson– Dara Kerr, cnet Sony Plans to Adopt Common Format for E-Book– Brad Stone, NY Times “Social Learning” Buzz Masks Deeper Dimensions– Frank Ganis, Gilfus Education Group Good Teaching Can be Enhanced with Technology– Miguel Guhlin, Around the Corner The rise of the $299 Wal-Mart laptop– Brook Crothers, cnet Facebook buys Friend Feed: Is this a big deal?– Caroline McCarthy, cnet Twitter Study Reveals Reveals Interesting Results about Usage–...
Read MoreBlended Learning Boosts Achievement
A recent study conducted by the U.S. Department of Education found that students involved in blended learning programs generally performed better than students who participated in face-to-face instruction. According to the study, “The difference between student outcomes for online and face-to-face classes was larger in those studies contrasting conditions that blended elements of online and face-to-face instruction with conditions taught entirely face-to-face.” The study, entitled Evaluation of Evidence-Based Practices in Online Learning: A Meta-Analysis and Review of Online...
Read MoreCorrupted-Files.com: Fake It Till You Make It
Fake it till you make it. That’s the idea behind corrupted-files.com. Deadlines have always been a part of the education experience. For many it has meant late night cram sessions fueled by plenty of Red Bull. As technology became more integrated into our daily lives, enterprising individuals brought SparkNotes and essay mills online. For procrastinating students this offered a hope for redemption. For teachers at best it represented superficial learning and at its worst, downright plagiarism. The battle has evolved yet again. Currently, for $4.95, Corrupted-Files offers students the...
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