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EdTech Tuesday: Write About This
Learn how to get your class writing with this quick video tutorial for the app Write About This. Watch as Rich and Jennifer preview the app and show you how to use its features. After viewing this video, you'll have a solid foundation...
TED-Ed
How a Few Scientists Transformed the Way We Think About Disease
During the first few sniffles of a cold, you can't help wondering where you picked up the illness. Watch an Ed Ted video that details the difference between miasma theory and germ theory, and the ways that Dr. John Snow's research...
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EdTech Tuesday: LiveBinders
Looking for a great way to organize your classroom materials according to topic or theme? Allow Rich and Jennifer to introduce you to a helpful program with plenty of features to help you organize your materials and share and display...
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EdTech Tuesday: iPad vs Chromebook
If you're faced with the difficult choice between an iPad mini and a Chromebook for personal and professional use, this video is a must-see.
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EdTech Tuesdays: B.Y.O.D. - A Startup Guide with Michelle Burke
Do you wish your school had a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policy? Discover how one teacher successfully introduced this system to her school and encouraged teachers and students to engage in the practice in an effective and exciting way.
Khan Academy
Solving Equations with the Distributive Property, Linear Equations, Algebra I
Here is an equation in which the first step is to use the distributive property to remove the parenthesis. Then, it is solved for the variables. Since variables are on both sides of the equation, it is important to verify the answer by...
PBS
Nixon and the Court — The Supreme Court
What was Nixon's strategy when dealing with the Supreme Court? Find out using a strategic resource. Pupils view a video about Nixon, read background information about judicial nominees for context, and engage in discussion regarding...
Khan Academy
The Power of the Docs, Intro to JS: Drawing and Animation, Computer Programming
While learning to code is an interesting academic pursuit in its own right, it also has other learning benefits. For one, coders learn how to learn. They continually explore, test, and draw conclusions about how certain things work. The...
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EdTech Tuesday: Constructor (Construct a Car)
Looking for a way to engage children in learning about engineering design? Rich and Jennifer have you covered with this look at the Constructor app, a resource that involves students building, testing, and modifying their virtual cars.
Curated OER
How Do You Find the Area of a Trapezoid?
Trapezoids can be tricky! Break down the process of finding the area of a trapezoid with an engaging math video. Learners explore area formula and shown exactly how to plug in information, solve, and simplify.
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Chemistry Lesson: Compound Unit Conversions
Searching for a way to enhance your classroom chemistry curriculum? A short video segment offers detailed instructions for how to convert compound units, such as miles/hour or milligrams/mL. The worksheet included prompts learners to...
Curated OER
Going Back to the Till: Series B
Help young economists understand the concept of a company's increasing value despite a lack of profit. They explore Sal's case study startup company, which needs to raise more money after going through the original angel investment. For...
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EdTech Tuesday: Padlet
Need a way to organize digital resources and make them easily accessible to students? Jennifer and Rich have you covered. Taking a look at a free virtual bulletin board service called Padlet, they explore how this tool allows educators...
TED-Ed
Epic Engineering: Building the Brooklyn Bridge
Sometimes bridge building is a family business. An enlightening video describes the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge and the engineering principles behind suspension bridges. Viewers also learn about the people who led the project,...
Howard Hughes Medical Institute
E. Coli Infection Strategy
While most strains of E. coli exist harmlessly inside our digestive tracts, some strains cause serious illness and even death. Watch the infection strategy of E. coli as it attacks a cell. The animation shares both what happens inside...
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EdTech Tuesday: Inkflow
Notebooks can be more than just a paper packet when working with digital platforms. Jennifer and Rich introduce you to a customizable notebook app for your tablet. They show off some of the unique features of this particular program and...
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EdTech Tuesday: Building EdTech PD from Scratch with Debra Jackson
EdTech, developed by teams of educators, is part of Superintendent Debra Jackson's goal for her school district. Find out how teachers are working to blend collaboration and inquiry into a successful educational technology program.
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EdTech Tuesday: CommonCore
Check the standards whenever you please! Jennifer and Rich present an app that easily navigates the Common Core State Standards. They walk step-by-step through how to find the exact standard you're looking for by searching by grade and...
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EdTech Tuesday: Unroll.Me
Clear out your inbox and a whole bunch of time with this handy service. Rich and Jennifer show you how to sign in and manage your inbox with simple steps.
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EdTech Tuesday: Todo K-2 Math Practice
Support your youngsters as they learn basic math skills by providing this app! Jennifer and Rich demonstrate how to practice addition and subtraction and use the app's main features.
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EdTech Tuesday: Today's Meet
Are you looking for a way to use technology to engage students during classroom discussions? Then Rich and Jennifer have the tool for you. Watch as they explore this free online service that allows learners to share and respond to each...
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EdTech Tuesday: Foldify
Foldables in an app? Cool! You can learn all about it in this video. Jennifer and Rich show you what the app is about by walking you through how to create and print custom foldable materials.
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EdTech Tuesday: Cargo-Bot
The various levels offered in this app build a foundation in intermediate coding. Jennifer and Rich introduce the app and show one of the easy-level logic tasks so that you can get an idea of what Cargo-Bot is all about.
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EdTech Tuesday: Socrative
What can two apps that interact with one another do for you? Find out about Socrative in this explanatory video. Rich and Jennifer take on the role of student and teacher to show you just how the Socrative apps can increase participation...