Wednesday, December 23, 2009
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Delayed Gratification & Success
Don't eat the marshmallow-yet.
Is there a connection between delayed gratification and future success? Watch this short talk by Joachim de Posada about an experiment on delayed gratification. Interesting and cute how the kids try so hard not to eat the marshmallow.
From TED U
Is there a connection between delayed gratification and future success? Watch this short talk by Joachim de Posada about an experiment on delayed gratification. Interesting and cute how the kids try so hard not to eat the marshmallow.
From TED U
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Monday, October 19, 2009
Hamster
Mr. Bailey shouldn't have all the fun! This lively pet hamster will keep you company throughout the day. Watch him run on his wheel, drink water, and eat the food you feed him by clicking your mouse. Click the center of the wheel to make him get back on it.
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Glogster
I am excited to try out this 2.0 tool I just discovered called Glogster. Glogster is a way to create interactive posters using text, images, video, and music. Here is an example of a Glogster poster: Web 2.0 Glogster
Doesn't it spark a lot of ideas to use with your students?
Click here to go to the Glogster site: Glogster
Look around the site at all the Glogster creations.
There is also a Glogster Edu for educators. Glogster Edu
It looks like so much fun. I can't wait to make one of my own and try it out with my students.
Doesn't it spark a lot of ideas to use with your students?
Click here to go to the Glogster site: Glogster
Look around the site at all the Glogster creations.
There is also a Glogster Edu for educators. Glogster Edu
It looks like so much fun. I can't wait to make one of my own and try it out with my students.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Google Earth
I've been using Google Earth with my computer classes and we are having lots of fun with it! The students have been telling their brothers and sisters about it and they come to class wanting to explore Google Earth. Give it a try! I think it would be great to use with an Interactive White Board. Here are some resources to get you started:
Google Earth Tip Sheet
Google Earth Lessons
Twenty-Four Interesting Ways to Use Google Earth
Google Earth Tip Sheet
Google Earth Lessons
Twenty-Four Interesting Ways to Use Google Earth
Saturday, October 3, 2009
The Fear of Change-It's Nothing New
IMing is ruining the English language? FaceBook is making us antisocial? It's all been said before. Read this article from ISTE about why technology is not as evil as some people think.
The Fear of Change-It's Nothing New by Megan Dolman
The Fear of Change-It's Nothing New by Megan Dolman
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
More John Medina
Brain astrology? When John Medina explains it, it makes sense! Watch part 1 of this interview with John Medina, Brain Rules: 7 Observations About the next Generation--And What You Can Do About Them.
Saturday, September 26, 2009
More on Multi-Tasking
Watch this clip by Dr. John Medina, The Brain Cannot Multi-Task.
According to Medina, multi-tasking is a myth. His research suggests that multitaskers will take twice as long to accomplish certain tasks and they’ll have twice the error rate of single taskers.
According to Medina, multi-tasking is a myth. His research suggests that multitaskers will take twice as long to accomplish certain tasks and they’ll have twice the error rate of single taskers.
Monday, September 21, 2009
The Myth of Multitasking
Are you a multi-tasker? I used to think I was effective at doing many things at once, and I was quite proud of it. Then I realized that I wasn't really accomplishing much. I started looking around and noticing that I wasn't the only proud multi-tasker. Here is an interesting article that discusses this myth and the research that supports the idea that the brain cannot handle multiple tasks at the same time.
The Myth of Multitasking
The Myth of Multitasking
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Are We Ready to Educate our Children in a World With a Sixth Sense?
Wow! Take a glimpse into the not too far future...
Monday, September 14, 2009
Just Released: Did You Know 4.0
Did you know that the average American teenager texts about 2,272 text messages a month? I'm glad I pay for unlimited text messaging at my house!
I'm sure most of you have seen Did You Know, or as it is sometimes referred to, Shift Happens. This latest version was created by Economist Magazine for their conference in October. Although it has more of a business emphasis, the statistics are fascinating.
I'm sure most of you have seen Did You Know, or as it is sometimes referred to, Shift Happens. This latest version was created by Economist Magazine for their conference in October. Although it has more of a business emphasis, the statistics are fascinating.
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Ideas for Technology Integration
Ready to try something new? I bet you could think of good activities with your students using these tools:
Twelve Essentials for Technology Integration
Twelve Essentials for Technology Integration
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Saturday, September 5, 2009
Understanding Digital Kids
Are you a Digital Immigrant? Trying to figure out the Digital Native? Watch this brief section of the Understanding Digital Kids presentation by Ian Jukes.
Friday, September 4, 2009
How to Use Facebook: Video Series
Finally took the plunge to join Facebook? Welcome to the 21st Century! Here is a video series for you...Learn how to use Facebook with instructions such as how to join, how to establish your profile and how to add friends in this free online video series.
There are 15 videos in this series... How to Use Facebook: Video Series
There are 15 videos in this series... How to Use Facebook: Video Series
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
An Interactive WhiteBoard Idea
This auto calculator seems to be a great tool for interactive whiteboards offered by Swansea University's CompSci Dept in South Wales. Try it! Let me know how it went.
Calculators for Math Instruction
Calculators for Math Instruction
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Internet Safety Links
Explore the links below. See what works for your grade level.
Thinkfinity Thinkfinity offers resources and lesson plans...this link will take you to a list.
Thinkfinity - Main Page -
NetSmartz (NetSmartz presentations are downloaded on the SUS server for the SUS Faculty)
NetSmartz Internet Safety Pledges:
K-2 Grades 3-6 Middle & High School
Internet Safety Related Resources for Schools - This is a PDF file of useful web addresses
Resources from the Archdiocese of Baltimore
Making MySpace Your Space, Too Article from Scholastic
FaceBook: see previous posts on using FaceBook
Thinkfinity Thinkfinity offers resources and lesson plans...this link will take you to a list.
Thinkfinity - Main Page -
Bullying
Resources through Thinkfinity
Look up the word Bullying in Thinkfinity. You will find 47 lesson plans for K-12 students. Browse and find a plan that could work for you and your students. Please report on the plan you found, the website address and any modification you might make.
Other Resources to consider:
NetSmartz (NetSmartz presentations are downloaded on the SUS server for the SUS Faculty)
NetSmartz Internet Safety Pledges:
K-2 Grades 3-6 Middle & High School
Internet Safety Related Resources for Schools - This is a PDF file of useful web addresses
Resources from the Archdiocese of Baltimore
Making MySpace Your Space, Too Article from Scholastic
FaceBook: see previous posts on using FaceBook
Friday, August 28, 2009
Tammy Worcester's Interactive Whiteboard Resources
Tammy Worcester has wonderful tips on her blog. This entry includes a list of resources for using the whiteboard. Join her blog while you're there!
Tip 71 Interactive Whiteboard Resources
Tip 71 Interactive Whiteboard Resources
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Sunday, August 23, 2009
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