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12 Days of Edtech Magic!
First of all, I’m finishing a redesign of the website (as you may or may not have noticed), which was spurred by me trying to find an easy and visually appealing way to share my courses, lessons, and materials. That stuff is finally rolling out this week, as I feel like the website looks less…
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We’re Back, and I’m Perplexed!
It has been a rough and wild two weeks, which pulled me away from blogging, social media, and anything that wasn’t physically in front of me! First, for the last two weeks, I’ve had some sort of bronchitis-adjacent sinus crud that has physically slowed me down! Second, I had two time-consuming presentations to prepare for/deliver…
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My Top 10 Adobe Express Templates To Use in Your Classroom (Plus a Thrice Album Review!)
Two quick announcements at the top: The podcast is bumped to next week; my editing software ate it, so now I’m trying out Adobe Podcast! As an appateaser, here’s the new logo/theme! On October 15th at 11E/10C I’ll be presenting at the Wakelet Appsmash Festival, showcasing the power of appsmashing wakelet with Edpuzzle! Horizon/West by…
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Igniting Student Creativity Using Adobe Express in the Classroom
I’m guilty, several times in my past, of creating an assignment for students and simply telling them to “be creative!” As someone who can engage in creative acts, I’ve known that I struggle when I do not have a deep connection with the prompt. I’ve also become overwhelmed with ideas and die a slow death…
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Happy Friday: New Music + Edpuzzle For the Win!
I love Friday. Not because it’s the end of the week, but because I can listen to all of the new music released on Thursday night and Friday morning! So, I will make sure, in addition to talking about the application of a tech tool, I’ll also be sharing my favorite listen of the week!…
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Another Reason to Brisk It! (Exciting TCEA Updates)
After my presentation this morning concluded, I looked to see what else I had put on my schedule that I considered a do-not-miss. The first item on the docket was a session about using Brisk Teaching in your classroom. While I had seen and participated in several webinars on Brisk virtually, I knew I wanted…
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Getting Back in the Saddle: Tackling My Pre-Presentation Jitters at TCEA
I love being a walking contradiction. I’ve forged most of my identity and career in the world of competitive speech and debate. As a coach and former competitor, you’d think getting in front of an audience would be no-sweat. I’ve presented at state and local conferences before, I’ve done small booth sessions or rapid-fire table…
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Understanding SchoolAI for Real-Time Feedback in the Classroom
SchoolAI is a game-changer in the world of education. This powerful tool revolutionizes classroom feedback by providing real-time insights into student performance. It’s like having a teacher’s assistant for every student! With SchoolAI, teachers can easily student’s understanding of different concepts, identify areas for improvement, and offers instant feedback unique to the answers students give…
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Exploring the Pros and Cons of Integrating AI in Education: Part 2: My Top 5 Apps to Explore
As a teacher, incorporating technology into our instructional strategies has become more important than ever. One exciting aspect of educational technology is the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into lesson design and teaching. AI-powered tools can enhance student learning, provide personalized feedback, and support instructional planning. To help you harness the power of AI, in…
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Exploring the Pros and Cons of Integrating AI in Education: A Teacher’s 2 Cents on UNESCO’s Stance
Part 1: The Personal Digital Divide Last week, the International Business Times reported on UNESCO’s “Artificial Intelligence and Education: Guidance for Policy-makers” report. UNESCO is currently trying to grab the bull by the horns and issue guidance throughout multiple social and economic sectors as part of it’s “AI For All” campaign (Summer). I’ll highlight several…