Zite ..... Keep up with current issues

I downloaded the Zite app to help me search for articles that are of interest to me.  This handy tool allows me to keep up to date with current issues.

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The Digital Classroom

Online Universities.com Blog has the following Infograph that I found to be interesting.

Know The Net ...... powered by nominet

Know The Net is an information site that will guide you on surfing the net safely.  Below is an inforgraph on 10 Digital Citizenship Tips From Your Mother.  http://www.knowthenet.org.uk/

Knowthenet presents Manners Matter the online Netiquette Do's and Don'ts infographic.

Today's Meet

Today's Meet is a back channel for class discussions without student disruption.  They can connect with the audience in real time.  It is similar to Twitter but not made public. The teacher provides a link to the room that was created so that students can begin a discussion.

ThingLink

ThingLink helps you create a story from images by linking web content to each image.  The images become interactive and creative.  Thinglink help students develop 21 Century skills and inspire them to be creative.
Thing Ling Education is free for sign up.  http://www.thinglink.com/action/store/education


What is ThingLink Youtube Tutorial.

Nearpod Free App

I came across the Nearpod app. I haven't tried it yet, but I read many positive reviews for using this app in the classroom.
What is Nearpod?
On the itunes preview page it states that "Nearpod enables teachers to use their ipads to manage content on student iPads, iPhones or iPods. It combines presentations, collaboration, and real-time assessment tools."
Teachers share their slides with students and are able to control the pace of the lesson and monitor student responses.

1. Teachers can create content using various features available.
2. Share content with students to mobile devices.
3. Multimedia content engages students.
4. Teachers can see all student activity in real time.
http://www.nearpod.com/how-it-works/   or https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/nearpod/id523540409?mt=8

Sound, Earth and Animals...... Science Apps

My daughter showed me the App, Sound Uncovered which helps you discover, explore and experiment with sound. This interactive app is great to use with your sound unit.  This Free App was developed by Exploratorium.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sound-uncovered/id598835017?mt=8

EarthViewer is an App that helps you explore the science of earth's history. Supporting materials included are video tours and classroom ideas.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/earthviewer/id590208430?mt=8

WWF Together is developed by World Wildlife Fund. It consists of animal stories with activities, videos, etc.  https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/wwf-together/id581920331?mt=8

View PowerPoint from an iPad

My daughter purchased Quick Office app to do PowerPoint presentations from her iPad.  I decided to search around for an app that can produce PowerPoint presentations for Free.  Slideshark is such an app that a PowerPoint can be shown from an iPad, iPhone and iPod touch.  https://www.slideshark.com/

Text Message Generator

With the age of text messaging, why not incorporate the idea in the classroom. SMS generator is an online tool that was introduced to me during my course.  This tool allows you to create a conversation through messaging. Below is an image that explains this generator well.  http://www.classtools.net/SMS/28_Q5H4KE