Date: Saturday April 5, 2014
Time: 9:00am Pacific/10:00am Mountain/
11:00am Central/12:00pm Eastern
Location: Blackboard Collaborate
We are so excited to have Erin Klein as our Featured Teacher! Erin is a 2nd grade teacher in the Cranbrook Educational Community, Bloomfield Hills, MI. She will be sharing some of her fantastic classroom projects and teaching ideas in this inspirational, jam-packed show. Besides her amazing student-centered classroom Erin is an education technology expert and a master of project based learning.
In her blog, Kleinspiration, Erin shares strategies and tools to help educators create transformational schools of the 21st century. Erin is a teacher, author, and parent who has earned her Master's of Education in Curriculum and Instruction and currently teaches second grade. She has previously taught first, sixth, and seventh grade. Erin is also the technology chairperson for the Michigan Reading Association, a national A Plus Workshop Presenter, SMART Technologies Exemplary Educator, Really Good Stuff Monthly Blogger, Edutopia Guest Blogger, Edudemic Guest Blogger and Magazine Contributor, National Writing Project member, and award-winning EduTech Blogger. Klein has most recently appeared in the Scholastic Instructor Magazine and co-authored Amazing Grades with experts from 13 countries around the world. Erin is an educator who has used the power of social media to grow and flourish in her professional work with students and colleagues.
Recording (full): https://sas.elluminate.com/site/external/jwsdetect/playback.jnlp?psid=2014-04-05.0836.M.ACE02B5F35AA7E7975F015AAC6F794.vcr&sid=2008350
Tiny URL for Recording: http://hnyctt.me/cr20live-ErinKlein-4-5-14
Recording Chat: http://wiki.classroom20.com/April5_2014
Audio Recording (mp3):
Time: 9:00am Pacific/10:00am Mountain/
11:00am Central/12:00pm Eastern
Location: Blackboard Collaborate
We are so excited to have Erin Klein as our Featured Teacher! Erin is a 2nd grade teacher in the Cranbrook Educational Community, Bloomfield Hills, MI. She will be sharing some of her fantastic classroom projects and teaching ideas in this inspirational, jam-packed show. Besides her amazing student-centered classroom Erin is an education technology expert and a master of project based learning.
In her blog, Kleinspiration, Erin shares strategies and tools to help educators create transformational schools of the 21st century. Erin is a teacher, author, and parent who has earned her Master's of Education in Curriculum and Instruction and currently teaches second grade. She has previously taught first, sixth, and seventh grade. Erin is also the technology chairperson for the Michigan Reading Association, a national A Plus Workshop Presenter, SMART Technologies Exemplary Educator, Really Good Stuff Monthly Blogger, Edutopia Guest Blogger, Edudemic Guest Blogger and Magazine Contributor, National Writing Project member, and award-winning EduTech Blogger. Klein has most recently appeared in the Scholastic Instructor Magazine and co-authored Amazing Grades with experts from 13 countries around the world. Erin is an educator who has used the power of social media to grow and flourish in her professional work with students and colleagues.
Recording (full): https://sas.elluminate.com/site/external/jwsdetect/playback.jnlp?psid=2014-04-05.0836.M.ACE02B5F35AA7E7975F015AAC6F794.vcr&sid=2008350
Tiny URL for Recording: http://hnyctt.me/cr20live-ErinKlein-4-5-14
Recording Chat: http://wiki.classroom20.com/April5_2014
Audio Recording (mp3):
Video Recording (mp4)
Follow-up Reading/Viewing Suggestions: (links shared by participants during the session have been added to this list and also to the Livebinder)
LiveBinder Link:http://www.livebinders.com/play/play?id=1285045
(Note: Click on tab for "Erin Klein Featured Teacher" in the LiveBinder)
http://www.kleinspiration.com/ (Erin Klein’s blog)
http://www.klein21.weebly.com (Erin Klein’s Classroom website)
http://www.visualcv.com/erinklein (Erin Klein’s Visual CV)
http://schools.cranbrook.edu/home (Cranbrook Schools website)
https://twitter.com/kleinerin (Erin Klein on Twitter)
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/top-teaching/2013/12/how-set-digital-workstations (How to Set Up Digital Workstations)
http://www.educreations.com/lesson/view/spelling-unit-2/1642763/ (Educreations for spelling)
http://www.science4us.com/demo/ (Science4Us: Interactive Science Demos)
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B2WL3R5eI6LkS1dJVG1wY1FhOWEwWkZVSTAtUS1RRkNJZ0tv/edit (Workstation Planning Template)
http://www.livescribe.com/en-us/smartpen/ls3/ (Livescribe 3 Smartpen)
http://www.educationalinsights.com/product/even+steven%E2%80%99s+odd--8482-.do (Even Steven’s Odd Game)
http://maxcases.com/product/max-handstand-sx/ (MAX Handstand SX)
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/digitaldreamlabs/cloudboard-keep-curiosity-alive-with-hands-on-gami (Kickstarter Cloudboard Game)
http://www.edudemic.com/cloudboard-ipad-controller/ (Edudemic: Kickstarter Cloudboard brings Tactile Learning to the iPad)
http://theanswerpad.com/ (The Answer Pad Dialogue System)
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/tapit-free/id556899510?mt=8 (TAPit Free app used in conjunction with the Answer Pad)
http://www.abcya.com (Web-based computer games for online learning-grades K-5 for math, language arts and basic computer skills)
http://www.boomwriter.com/ (Boomwriter to create and share stories)
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B2WL3R5eI6Lkb1RRMi1DSFVId0JTMVBjUnFZMXNnNXBXa1A4/edit (Rotation template)
http://www.classdojo.com/ (Class Dojo-tool for building behavior and engagement)
http://www.classdojo.com/stories (Class Dojo stories)
http://www.classdojo.com/share/ (Class Dojo free resources)
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B2WL3R5eI6Lkc2N1UmgzMWZmWl9RX09QUHRrOXBTN2tpQXQ4/edit (Guided Reading Plan template)
https://www.masteryconnect.com/learn-more/ (Mastery Connect-share and discover common assessments and resources, track mastery of standards, and collaborate. Built-in grading tools )
https://www.masteryconnect.com/learn-more/goodies.html (Mastery Connect app)
https://www.masteryconnect.com/learn-more/features.html (Mastery Connect features)
https://www.remind101.com/ (Remind 101: safe way for teachers to text message students and communicate with parents)
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/remind101/id522826277 (Remind 101 app)
http://www.ixl.com/promo?partner=kleinspiration&phrase=banner&utm_source=kleinspiration.com&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=sponsorship (IXL games for practice in math and language arts K-12)
https://www.biblionasium.com/ (Biblionasium: book sharing/review site for kids similar to Goodreads, reading logs, shared shelves and parent access)
http://www.pinterest.com/mrsayala/inspiration-for-education/ (Pinterest: Inspiration for Education)
http://www.pinterest.com/scholastic/top-teaching-reading/ (Pinterest: Top Teaching: Reading-Helpful reading tips and strategies from Scholastic Top Teaching bloggers)
http://www.pinterest.com/erinklein/centers/ (Pinterest: Erin Klein’s pins for centers)
http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/index.htm (Scholastic StudyJams)
http://www.scholastic.com/freebiecorner/ (Scholastic freebies)
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/daily-starter (Scholastic Daily Starters)
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/teaching-resources (Scholastic teaching resources and tools: grab and go lesson plans and discussions guides)
http://www.buysellteach.com/Grade-Levels/freebies (BuySellTeach educational free resources)
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/top-teaching/2014/03/5-apps-share-class-work-beyond-classroom (Erin Klein blog post: Apps to share Classwork Beyond Classroom)
http://animoto.com (Animoto)
http://animoto.com/education/classroom (Animoto for Education)
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/animoto-video-maker/id459248037?mt=8 (Animoto app)
http://www.kleinspiration.com/2013/04/get-remind101-widget-for-your-site.html (Remind 101 classroom uses and widget)
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/voxer-walkie-talkie-ptt/id377304531?mt=8 (Voxer Walkie-Talkie PTT-instant voice anytime and anywhere. With Voxer every voice message is live (people can hear you as you talk)
http://threering.com/ (ThreeRing)
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/three-ring/id504311049?mt=8 (ThreeRing app)
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/top-teaching/2014/03/3-interactive-resources-reading-month (3 Interactive Resources for Reading Month)
http://store.scholastic.com/shop/Storia-ebooks-for-kids/4502~4518?Ntt=storiaHome (Scholastic Storia ebooks)
http://www.starfall.com/ (Starfall phonics activities for students)
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/top-teaching/2013/09/5-apps-creatively-connect-parents (5 apps to creatively connect with parents)
http://www.classmessenger.com/ (WDWDT: send home important notes and updates about the day’s learning experiences. They can even see exactly which parents have read each note. And whether via app, text or email, communication through Class Messenger is always private)
https://itunes.apple.com/app/wdwdt/id599996338 (Class Messenger app-private 2 way message service that keeps Teachers, Parents and Students in sync. Send pictures, launch a survey, attach documents, create automated reminders for your reading programs and more)
http://www.educreations.com/ (Educreations)
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/educreations-interactive-whiteboard/id478617061?ls=1&mt=8 (Educreations app-turns iPad into interactive whiteboard Educreations turns your iPad into a recordable whiteboard. Creating a great video tutorial is as simple as touching, tapping and talking. Explain a math formula... Create an animated lesson... Add commentary to your photos... Diagram a sports play...)
http://www.kleinspiration.com/2013/05/using-augmented-reality-via-aurasma-in.html (Classroom examples using augmented reality with Aurasma-a complete how-to guide)
http://www.aurasma.com/#/explore (Aurasma)
http://www.schlastic.com/teachers/top-teaching/2013/09/bring-magic-your-open-house-augmented-reality (Bring Magic to your Open House with Augmented Reality)
http://techlandia.podomatic.com/entry/2013-06-08T20_37_06-07_00 (Techlandia podcast: Erin talks about Aurasma)
http://www.kleinspiration.com/p/project-based-learning.html (Erin’s project based learning resources)
http://www.coolcatteacher.com/classroom-design-erin-klein-kleinerin-ecm-19-elemchat/ (Classroom Design with Erin Klein-Blog post by Vicki Davis)
http://www.bamradionetwork.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1197:teaching-teachers-with-technology&catid=91:every-classroom-matters&Itemid=259 (BAM Radio: Erin Klein-Dressing Your Classroom for Student Success)
http://www.livebinders.com/play/play?id=890126 (Aurasma-tazz for Your Classroom-Livebinder by Mary Howard)
Links shared by participants in the chat log during the session have been added here:
http://bitly.com/ipadappsinmyresearchblog (LucianeCurator @web20education
4 years ago was launched 1st Ipad in US. I share daily in April Top 10 Ipad apps in my blog)
http://www.amazon.com/Rafe-Esquith/e/B001H6Q3J8 (Rafe Esquith’s books on Amazon)
http://www.amazon.com/There-Are-Shortcuts-Rafe-Esquith-ebook/dp/B001LOEG5O/ref=la_B001H6Q3J8_1_3 (Rafe Esquith: There Are No Shortcuts)
http://www.edpuzzle.com/ (EdPuzzle: Crop a video, add your voice, embed quizzes, find a video, upload your videos)
https://edmo.do/j/a7ws0u (@plnaugle (Paula) I have a Flipped Class group on Edmodo. Request to join the group here. Lots of inspiring educators are here and you can find lots of ideas to get you started)
http://www.educanon.com/aboutus ( Sheri Edwards: Make interactive screencasts also here)
http://products.lakeshorelearning.com/learning/Hot-Dot-Pens (Lakeshore Hot Dot pens: Hot Dots pen works with Hot Dots card sets, providing kids with instant feedback! Children simply press the pen to choose an answer, then hear kid-friendly phrases for correct answers and gentle redirection for incorrect responses)
http://www.tenmarks.com/pricing (TenMarks pricing comparison of free vs premium-$20 a student / year for schools-volume discounts available. Free includes CCSS-Aligned Curriculum/Assignments-Single Grade, Automated Grading, and Teacher Insights-Instant analysis of students' most common mistakes.)https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hkLLhuC_XPK3aJ4JSfFcr7T0DlOhWRDomu_JYkUSOeM/edit (Sheri Edwards: other middle school behaviors for Class Dojo)
https://www.frontrowed.com/ (Front Row Ed: Common Core Standards aligned, allows your students to use their device as scratch paper for quick computations and to help them master subjects more naturally. Front Row also comes jam-packed with dozens of virtual manipulatives that help your students count with real-world objects. Standards-based report cards, will read every single question aloud and help your students move on as they work on their reading skills.)
http://www.mobymax.com/ (MobyMax: completely integrated curriculum and teacher tools system. MobyMax combines curriculum resources like placement tests, adaptive lessons, progress monitoring, and IEP reporting with teacher tools, such as Clicker (a student response system), Vibes (a behavior management system), Messenger (a communication system), The Wall (a social wall for homework assignments and class communication), and motivational features (badges, games, and contests. K-8 curriculum site... free to try with limited options but costs $499/school/yr or ~$79/year/teacher/ for unlimited license. It is used for math and vocab, lang arts)
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/How-to-Make-an-Aurasma-Augmented-Reality-Video-708830 (This 19 page document will guide you step by step towards making your own Aurasma video. Free download.)
http://goanimate.com/ (GoAnimate: Create animated videos. Animated video lets you tell your story out loud! You're not passively capturing events with a camera. Animation is good at demonstrating the steps in a process. It is even better at demonstrating the thinking behind a process, by adapting from literal to conceptual)
http://tweentribune.com/junior (daily news sites for kids, tweens and teens, Stories are selected by professional journalists working closely with teens, tweens and teachers. Teens and tweens can post comments, with all comments moderated by their teachers before they are published. Teens and tweens produce 99 percent of content).
http://www.launchpadtoys.com/toontastic/ (Toontastic: a powerful and engaging tool for digital storytelling. It's visually appealing, has great in-app support and sharing features, and relies on self-created animation and narration to tell stories)
https://www.newsela.com/ (NewsELA: way for students to build reading comprehension with nonfiction that's always relevant: daily news. Unlimited access to hundreds of leveled news articles and Common Core–aligned quizzes, with new articles every day. You can choose the Lexile level to help differentiate reading material for your students)
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sock-puppets/id394504903?mt=8 (SockPuppets app: lets you create your own lip-synched videos and share them on Facebook and YouTube. Add Puppets, props, scenery, and backgrounds and start creating. Hit the record button and the puppets automatically lip-synch to your voice)
http://bit.ly/1lzOo0G (Amazing Animal Webcams - LiveBinder by KB...Konnected)
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/book-creator-for-ipad/id442378070?mt=8 (Book Creator iPad app: Create your own beautiful iBooks, right on the iPad. Read them in iBooks, send them to your friends, or submit them to the iBooks Store)
http://www.ustream.tv/decoraheagles and Berry College, GA - http://www.ustream.tv/channel/berry-eagle-cam (@plnaugle (Paula) We are currently watching the eagle cams at Decorah, Iowa. One of the Decorah eggs hatched two days ago. I have this up on our IWB every day during part of our social studies class. Kids love watching the eagles)
https://www.smore.com/app (Smore for creating digital posters, newsletters, event announcements, flyers)
http://drydenart.weebly.com/ (Tricia Fuglestad’s blog: Fantastic art teacher who fully integrates technology into her classroom. She did a super webinar on Classroom 2.0 LIVE last year. Search for her name in archives to view recording.)
Follow-up Reading/Viewing Suggestions: (links shared by participants during the session have been added to this list and also to the Livebinder)
LiveBinder Link:http://www.livebinders.com/play/play?id=1285045
(Note: Click on tab for "Erin Klein Featured Teacher" in the LiveBinder)
http://www.kleinspiration.com/ (Erin Klein’s blog)
http://www.klein21.weebly.com (Erin Klein’s Classroom website)
http://www.visualcv.com/erinklein (Erin Klein’s Visual CV)
http://schools.cranbrook.edu/home (Cranbrook Schools website)
https://twitter.com/kleinerin (Erin Klein on Twitter)
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/top-teaching/2013/12/how-set-digital-workstations (How to Set Up Digital Workstations)
http://www.educreations.com/lesson/view/spelling-unit-2/1642763/ (Educreations for spelling)
http://www.science4us.com/demo/ (Science4Us: Interactive Science Demos)
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B2WL3R5eI6LkS1dJVG1wY1FhOWEwWkZVSTAtUS1RRkNJZ0tv/edit (Workstation Planning Template)
http://www.livescribe.com/en-us/smartpen/ls3/ (Livescribe 3 Smartpen)
http://www.educationalinsights.com/product/even+steven%E2%80%99s+odd--8482-.do (Even Steven’s Odd Game)
http://maxcases.com/product/max-handstand-sx/ (MAX Handstand SX)
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/digitaldreamlabs/cloudboard-keep-curiosity-alive-with-hands-on-gami (Kickstarter Cloudboard Game)
http://www.edudemic.com/cloudboard-ipad-controller/ (Edudemic: Kickstarter Cloudboard brings Tactile Learning to the iPad)
http://theanswerpad.com/ (The Answer Pad Dialogue System)
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/tapit-free/id556899510?mt=8 (TAPit Free app used in conjunction with the Answer Pad)
http://www.abcya.com (Web-based computer games for online learning-grades K-5 for math, language arts and basic computer skills)
http://www.boomwriter.com/ (Boomwriter to create and share stories)
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B2WL3R5eI6Lkb1RRMi1DSFVId0JTMVBjUnFZMXNnNXBXa1A4/edit (Rotation template)
http://www.classdojo.com/ (Class Dojo-tool for building behavior and engagement)
http://www.classdojo.com/stories (Class Dojo stories)
http://www.classdojo.com/share/ (Class Dojo free resources)
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B2WL3R5eI6Lkc2N1UmgzMWZmWl9RX09QUHRrOXBTN2tpQXQ4/edit (Guided Reading Plan template)
https://www.masteryconnect.com/learn-more/ (Mastery Connect-share and discover common assessments and resources, track mastery of standards, and collaborate. Built-in grading tools )
https://www.masteryconnect.com/learn-more/goodies.html (Mastery Connect app)
https://www.masteryconnect.com/learn-more/features.html (Mastery Connect features)
https://www.remind101.com/ (Remind 101: safe way for teachers to text message students and communicate with parents)
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/remind101/id522826277 (Remind 101 app)
http://www.ixl.com/promo?partner=kleinspiration&phrase=banner&utm_source=kleinspiration.com&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=sponsorship (IXL games for practice in math and language arts K-12)
https://www.biblionasium.com/ (Biblionasium: book sharing/review site for kids similar to Goodreads, reading logs, shared shelves and parent access)
http://www.pinterest.com/mrsayala/inspiration-for-education/ (Pinterest: Inspiration for Education)
http://www.pinterest.com/scholastic/top-teaching-reading/ (Pinterest: Top Teaching: Reading-Helpful reading tips and strategies from Scholastic Top Teaching bloggers)
http://www.pinterest.com/erinklein/centers/ (Pinterest: Erin Klein’s pins for centers)
http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/index.htm (Scholastic StudyJams)
http://www.scholastic.com/freebiecorner/ (Scholastic freebies)
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/daily-starter (Scholastic Daily Starters)
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/teaching-resources (Scholastic teaching resources and tools: grab and go lesson plans and discussions guides)
http://www.buysellteach.com/Grade-Levels/freebies (BuySellTeach educational free resources)
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/top-teaching/2014/03/5-apps-share-class-work-beyond-classroom (Erin Klein blog post: Apps to share Classwork Beyond Classroom)
http://animoto.com (Animoto)
http://animoto.com/education/classroom (Animoto for Education)
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/animoto-video-maker/id459248037?mt=8 (Animoto app)
http://www.kleinspiration.com/2013/04/get-remind101-widget-for-your-site.html (Remind 101 classroom uses and widget)
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/voxer-walkie-talkie-ptt/id377304531?mt=8 (Voxer Walkie-Talkie PTT-instant voice anytime and anywhere. With Voxer every voice message is live (people can hear you as you talk)
http://threering.com/ (ThreeRing)
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/three-ring/id504311049?mt=8 (ThreeRing app)
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/top-teaching/2014/03/3-interactive-resources-reading-month (3 Interactive Resources for Reading Month)
http://store.scholastic.com/shop/Storia-ebooks-for-kids/4502~4518?Ntt=storiaHome (Scholastic Storia ebooks)
http://www.starfall.com/ (Starfall phonics activities for students)
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/top-teaching/2013/09/5-apps-creatively-connect-parents (5 apps to creatively connect with parents)
http://www.classmessenger.com/ (WDWDT: send home important notes and updates about the day’s learning experiences. They can even see exactly which parents have read each note. And whether via app, text or email, communication through Class Messenger is always private)
https://itunes.apple.com/app/wdwdt/id599996338 (Class Messenger app-private 2 way message service that keeps Teachers, Parents and Students in sync. Send pictures, launch a survey, attach documents, create automated reminders for your reading programs and more)
http://www.educreations.com/ (Educreations)
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/educreations-interactive-whiteboard/id478617061?ls=1&mt=8 (Educreations app-turns iPad into interactive whiteboard Educreations turns your iPad into a recordable whiteboard. Creating a great video tutorial is as simple as touching, tapping and talking. Explain a math formula... Create an animated lesson... Add commentary to your photos... Diagram a sports play...)
http://www.kleinspiration.com/2013/05/using-augmented-reality-via-aurasma-in.html (Classroom examples using augmented reality with Aurasma-a complete how-to guide)
http://www.aurasma.com/#/explore (Aurasma)
http://www.schlastic.com/teachers/top-teaching/2013/09/bring-magic-your-open-house-augmented-reality (Bring Magic to your Open House with Augmented Reality)
http://techlandia.podomatic.com/entry/2013-06-08T20_37_06-07_00 (Techlandia podcast: Erin talks about Aurasma)
http://www.kleinspiration.com/p/project-based-learning.html (Erin’s project based learning resources)
http://www.coolcatteacher.com/classroom-design-erin-klein-kleinerin-ecm-19-elemchat/ (Classroom Design with Erin Klein-Blog post by Vicki Davis)
http://www.bamradionetwork.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1197:teaching-teachers-with-technology&catid=91:every-classroom-matters&Itemid=259 (BAM Radio: Erin Klein-Dressing Your Classroom for Student Success)
http://www.livebinders.com/play/play?id=890126 (Aurasma-tazz for Your Classroom-Livebinder by Mary Howard)
Links shared by participants in the chat log during the session have been added here:
http://bitly.com/ipadappsinmyresearchblog (LucianeCurator @web20education
4 years ago was launched 1st Ipad in US. I share daily in April Top 10 Ipad apps in my blog)
http://www.amazon.com/Rafe-Esquith/e/B001H6Q3J8 (Rafe Esquith’s books on Amazon)
http://www.amazon.com/There-Are-Shortcuts-Rafe-Esquith-ebook/dp/B001LOEG5O/ref=la_B001H6Q3J8_1_3 (Rafe Esquith: There Are No Shortcuts)
http://www.edpuzzle.com/ (EdPuzzle: Crop a video, add your voice, embed quizzes, find a video, upload your videos)
https://edmo.do/j/a7ws0u (@plnaugle (Paula) I have a Flipped Class group on Edmodo. Request to join the group here. Lots of inspiring educators are here and you can find lots of ideas to get you started)
http://www.educanon.com/aboutus ( Sheri Edwards: Make interactive screencasts also here)
http://products.lakeshorelearning.com/learning/Hot-Dot-Pens (Lakeshore Hot Dot pens: Hot Dots pen works with Hot Dots card sets, providing kids with instant feedback! Children simply press the pen to choose an answer, then hear kid-friendly phrases for correct answers and gentle redirection for incorrect responses)
http://www.tenmarks.com/pricing (TenMarks pricing comparison of free vs premium-$20 a student / year for schools-volume discounts available. Free includes CCSS-Aligned Curriculum/Assignments-Single Grade, Automated Grading, and Teacher Insights-Instant analysis of students' most common mistakes.)https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hkLLhuC_XPK3aJ4JSfFcr7T0DlOhWRDomu_JYkUSOeM/edit (Sheri Edwards: other middle school behaviors for Class Dojo)
https://www.frontrowed.com/ (Front Row Ed: Common Core Standards aligned, allows your students to use their device as scratch paper for quick computations and to help them master subjects more naturally. Front Row also comes jam-packed with dozens of virtual manipulatives that help your students count with real-world objects. Standards-based report cards, will read every single question aloud and help your students move on as they work on their reading skills.)
http://www.mobymax.com/ (MobyMax: completely integrated curriculum and teacher tools system. MobyMax combines curriculum resources like placement tests, adaptive lessons, progress monitoring, and IEP reporting with teacher tools, such as Clicker (a student response system), Vibes (a behavior management system), Messenger (a communication system), The Wall (a social wall for homework assignments and class communication), and motivational features (badges, games, and contests. K-8 curriculum site... free to try with limited options but costs $499/school/yr or ~$79/year/teacher/ for unlimited license. It is used for math and vocab, lang arts)
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/How-to-Make-an-Aurasma-Augmented-Reality-Video-708830 (This 19 page document will guide you step by step towards making your own Aurasma video. Free download.)
http://goanimate.com/ (GoAnimate: Create animated videos. Animated video lets you tell your story out loud! You're not passively capturing events with a camera. Animation is good at demonstrating the steps in a process. It is even better at demonstrating the thinking behind a process, by adapting from literal to conceptual)
http://tweentribune.com/junior (daily news sites for kids, tweens and teens, Stories are selected by professional journalists working closely with teens, tweens and teachers. Teens and tweens can post comments, with all comments moderated by their teachers before they are published. Teens and tweens produce 99 percent of content).
http://www.launchpadtoys.com/toontastic/ (Toontastic: a powerful and engaging tool for digital storytelling. It's visually appealing, has great in-app support and sharing features, and relies on self-created animation and narration to tell stories)
https://www.newsela.com/ (NewsELA: way for students to build reading comprehension with nonfiction that's always relevant: daily news. Unlimited access to hundreds of leveled news articles and Common Core–aligned quizzes, with new articles every day. You can choose the Lexile level to help differentiate reading material for your students)
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sock-puppets/id394504903?mt=8 (SockPuppets app: lets you create your own lip-synched videos and share them on Facebook and YouTube. Add Puppets, props, scenery, and backgrounds and start creating. Hit the record button and the puppets automatically lip-synch to your voice)
http://bit.ly/1lzOo0G (Amazing Animal Webcams - LiveBinder by KB...Konnected)
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/book-creator-for-ipad/id442378070?mt=8 (Book Creator iPad app: Create your own beautiful iBooks, right on the iPad. Read them in iBooks, send them to your friends, or submit them to the iBooks Store)
http://www.ustream.tv/decoraheagles and Berry College, GA - http://www.ustream.tv/channel/berry-eagle-cam (@plnaugle (Paula) We are currently watching the eagle cams at Decorah, Iowa. One of the Decorah eggs hatched two days ago. I have this up on our IWB every day during part of our social studies class. Kids love watching the eagles)
https://www.smore.com/app (Smore for creating digital posters, newsletters, event announcements, flyers)
http://drydenart.weebly.com/ (Tricia Fuglestad’s blog: Fantastic art teacher who fully integrates technology into her classroom. She did a super webinar on Classroom 2.0 LIVE last year. Search for her name in archives to view recording.)
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