Put to the Test: MindPlay RAPS360
MindPlay RAPS is a 100-percent computerized diagnostic reading-assessment program that automatically tests basic reading skills and diagnoses weaknesses in a single student, a More..
Put to the test: Luidia eBeam Edge
The new eBeam Edge is the next-generation hardware version of Luidia’s eBeam interactive whiteboard system. Like previous eBeam systems, it works with standard computers, projectors, More..
Put to the Test: Saywire
Saywire is a safe, social learning community that provides access to a single network where teachers, staff, and students can reside and work together. There is no public access. More..
Put to the Test: Aha!Science WhiteBoard edition
The Aha!Science WhiteBoard edition interactive science lessons for grades 3 to 5 are designed to be used with interactive whiteboards. The teacher can use Aha!Science as either More..
Put to the Test : Qwizdom Q7 Tablet
The Qwizdom Q7 Tablet combines RF technology, presenter controls, and response-system interactivity. Teachers can use this as they would any other interactive tablet, but if they More..
Put to the Test: NetSupport DNA Helpdesk
When teachers have trouble with a piece of equipment or software, they can use the NetSupport DNA Helpdesk online program to submit a trouble ticket to tech support.  DNA helpdesk More..
Put to the Test: Hewlett Packard Mini 2140 Notebook PC
The Hewlett Packard Mini 2140 Notebook PC is the most recent upgraded addition to the HP Mini-note line of netbooks. The device weighs only 2.6 pounds but sports as much basic More..
Put to the Test: Sharp PG-D4010X
The Sharp PG-D4010 can project an image to a class, the advantage this projector  has over many others is that the image is very bright and can be projected in a fully lit classroom.Pros: More..
Put to the Test: Lumens PS660 Visual Presenter
The Lumens PS660 SXGA desktop visual presenter offers one-touch integrated audio and video recording, HDMI interface, and SDHC support. The presenter has a large capture area and More..
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World War II: Voices of Dunkirk
Listen to the stories of eight eye witnesses present at the evacuation from Dunkirk. Transcripts More..

QuickFlicks

How to Skype
This video explains the basics of Skype, free software for free long-distance calling More..

IT Guy

How to avoid background noise in our podcasts by Conn Quinn
We’re trying to create podcasts in our class, but we’re having a really hard time recording More..

Leaders' Edge

Tim Lauer reviews the Kindle2
The first thing to note is that the Kindle is not the first e-book reader. Its basic functionality More..

PDQ

Website Basics
How do you create a good looking website that engages your audience if you are not a graphic More..

Grant Guru

Tip #44: Scoring Criteria, Rubrics and the Writing Process by Gary Carnow
 Sponsored by Scoring criteria are often included in the grant request for proposals. More..

Exploratorium to Go

Stripped Down Motor Snack
This activity (aka "snack") provides instructions for a motor that elementary and middle More..

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