What Are Google Classroom Add-Ons? Tips & Tricks By Erik Ofgang published 5 August 22 Here’s everything you need to know about Google Classroom add-ons, a new feature from Google.
What is OER Commons and How Can it Be Used to Teach? Tips & Tricks By Luke Edwards published 3 August 22 OER Commons is an open source of free resources for educators to use as they need.
Best Digital Icebreakers By Diana Restifo, David Kapuler published 2 August 22 Ease into the new school year with fun and engaging digital icebreakers
Getting Your College Degree in Prison By Erik Ofgang published 1 August 22 The Second Chance Pell pilot program has permitted more than 28,000 students in prison to access Pell Grants in order to pursue higher education while imprisoned. The program will soon expand to all incarcerated individuals.
NASA’s 6 Top Tools for Teaching About the James Webb Space Telescope By Erik Ofgang last updated 1 August 22 NASA has a wealth of resources for educators looking to use the James Webb Space Telescope to teach STEM.
Teaching About the James Webb Space Telescope By Erik Ofgang last updated 1 August 22 The James Webb Space Telescope provides lots of opportunities for teachers to engage and inspire their students.
What is Kibo and How Can it Be Used to Teach? Tips & Tricks By Luke Edwards published 29 July 22 Kibo is a robotics and coding specialist that is ideal for education.
Using Minecraft to Launch An Esports Program By Chris Aviles published 28 July 22 Minecraft is an excellent entry point for schools interested in starting esports programs
Crossing the Mastery Gap By Dr. Kecia Ray published 27 July 22 To improve mastery, increasing the intentionality and continuity of certain best practices will undoubtedly impact overall student success
What is Blackbird and How Can it Be Used to Teach? Tips & Tricks By Luke Edwards published 27 July 22 Blackbird is a coding platform that works across the curriculum for effective use in education.
6 Ways to Promote Empathy & Flexibility in Online Class By Erik Ofgang published 25 July 22 Instructional designer Holly Owens offers tips for ways to prioritize empathy, flexibility, and ultimately, student success in online classes.
What is Calendly and How Can It Be Used by Teachers? Tips & Tricks By Erik Ofgang published 25 July 22 Calendly is a scheduling platform that offers a free version that can help educators and those they meet with save time.
How to Discuss Eco-Anxiety with Students By Ray Bendici published 25 July 22 Many students are experiencing eco-anxiety as they witness the effects of climate change
What is Knight Lab Projects and How Can it Be Used to Teach? Tips & Tricks By Luke Edwards published 22 July 22 Knight Lab Projects offers ways to tell digital stories in new and innovative forms.
7 Ways to Sound Out-of-Touch at Your School District By Lisa Nielsen last updated 22 July 22 School district leaders must use updated language and engage in modern personnel practices to continue operating effectively
What is Pixton and How Can it Be Used to Teach? Tips & Tricks By Luke Edwards last updated 22 July 22 Pixton is an easy to use comic book creator tool designed for use by students.
The Benefits of International Esports for Students By Erik Ofgang last updated 19 July 22 Students who participate in international esports compete with their peers in other countries, learn about different cultures, and develop leadership skills
The Virtual Office Hours Learning Curve By Jonathan L. Wharton, Ph.D. published 18 July 22 Offering virtual office hours may not be your first choice, but it can be effective for everyone if approached properly
What is Imagine Forest and How Can it Be Used to Teach? Tips & Tricks By Luke Edwards published 18 July 22 Imagine Forest is a story writing platform that's easy to use and full of helpful activities and challenges.
What is Plotagon and How Can it Be Used to Teach? Tips & Tricks By Luke Edwards published 14 July 22 Plotagon is a video story creation tool that makes bringing narratives to life easier than ever.
