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Google Docs and the Dreaded Research Pap…
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Laura Robertson

Google docs has transformed the writing instruction of the classes I teach. Prior to our school's adoption of Google Aps, I gave significant feedback on the margins of student papers....
Read moreThe Problem with ICT Specialists
When it comes to the discussion of ICT in our schools and embedding it within the Australian Curriculum we may have it wrong or at least as educators we need…
Are We Really Connected?
In the 21st century there are many wonderful things about education that teachers and students should celebrate. One of these things is the use of technology. Technology has allowed both…
Create Stylish Word Clouds with Tagxedo
What The World Needs is Individuals.
As I enter my 21st year of teaching it gives me pause to reflect on education and my own approach to teaching. I find myself rebelling against tradition and authority…
This is How Democracy Ends - An Apology
Almost a year ago, I offered my time to the middle school at which I was employed to give a two-night presentation that promised to ease parents’ concerns about the…
Wordle: Creating Word Clouds
Wordle is a word cloud web tool which creates graphic representations of frequently used words. Users can easily individualize their word clouds as there are many formatting options including…
Wiffiti - the Interactive Message Board
Wiffiti is an interactive real-time message board Wiffiti is a dynamic and interactive message board that displays real-time messages from various social media sources. Wiffiti is an excellent tool for teachers who want the…
What's so wrong with rewards at school?
Something I’m asked time and again, whilst doing training for schools, is how can we use rewards effectively with children who’ve experienced trauma? Well there are a few fundamental questions…
The PDF Toolkit
The PDF (Portable Document Format) file format is extremely useful for educators as documents can be viewed across all computing platforms. This is particularly helpful as the on-line access for parents and…
IPAD OR IPLAY?
By: Dr. Dale McManis, PhD, Research Director at Hatch Early Learning What are the real differences between the iPad and tablets loaded with appropriate software applications for early education, like theiStartSmart®…
TECHNOLOGY WITH EARLY LEARNERS
By: Dr. Dale McManis, PhD, Research Director at Hatch Early Learning There is growing recognition of the importance of incorporating technology in meaningful and authentic ways into classroom curriculum and day-to-day…
Flipsnack: An Electronic Flipping Book
FlipSnack is a free online web tool that allows users to convert PDF documents into Flash page flip books for the purpose of sharing literary work (stories, poems) and/or visuals (pictures,…
An Invitation To All Teachers
Written by brendan Hits: 2832
Invitation to all teachers - Classroom Video Production is easy, cool, engaging and leads to deep learning
From: www.60secondscience.net
Monday 8 August 2011
2011 Global 60 Second Science Video Competition launched with $11,000 in Prizes
Following an unprecedented number of entries in an Australian school video competition in 2010, the competition has been re-launched as a global competition for 2011, with entry categories for both students and ordinary citizens from any country.
To encourage entries from indigenous communities and non-English speaking countries, a category has been created for 60 second science videos with a narration which is in a Language Other Than English (LOTE).
This Citizen Science Education project invites citizens and students world-wide to create and upload a 60 second video which explains a science concept or phenomena. Entry is free, with cash prizes being awarded by a prestigious panel of International Scientists, film-makers and multimedia experts.
See the judging panel at:
http://www.60secondscience.net/the-details/the-judges
See winning entries from previous years at:
http://www.60secondscience.net/entry-gallery
Prize Details and Sponsors:
http://www.60secondscience.net/the-details/prizes-and-sponsors
Competition Deadlines:
Register by Friday 16 September 2011 5pm (local timezone)
Upload Video(s) - by Friday 28 October 2011 5pm (local timezone)
Contact: Competition Convenor
Brendan O’Brien: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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