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Google Docs and the Dreaded Research Pap…
06-03-2013 Hits:4486 On Education 
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,…
Amazing People Club - teacher resources
Written by Emily Hits: 222
As a company dedicated to supporting the educational community, The Amazing People Club offers free teacher resources. We want to help bring the classroom to life - so here is a link for any teachers for a lesson plan and support ebook: http://www.amazingpeopleclub.com/education
I hope you enjoy it!
Emily, Amazing People Club
Education News
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The Learning Network Blog: Word of the Day | solemnity
NYT > Education May 19, 2013 | 23:09 pmThis word has appeared in 116 New York Times articles in the past year.
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Obama's commencement speech at Morehouse College -- text
Education: DC Area Education News, Education Policy, School Information -[…] May 19, 2013 | 22:52 pmHere is the text of President Obama's speech, delivered Sunday at Morehouse College's commencement ceremonies: THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Morehouse! (Applause.) Thank you, everybody. Please be seated. AUDIENCE MEMBER: I love you! THE PRESIDENT: I love you back. (Laughter.) That is[…]
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The Caucus: Obama Urges Morehouse Graduates to ‘Keep Setting an Example’
NYT > Education May 19, 2013 | 21:55 pmPresident Obama told Morehouse College graduates that “laws, hearts and minds have been changed to the point where someone who looks like you can serve as president.”
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Montgomery considers multiple factors in math exam failure rates
Education: DC Area Education News, Education Policy, School Information -[…] May 19, 2013 | 20:54 pmNaomi Weintraub took her two-hour precalculus final exam at Montgomery Blair High School with great expectations. The 10th-grader had studied, completed her review packet and earned A’s in both quarters. But her grade on the January exam: D. Read full[…]
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In Decision to Enter Home Near Hofstra, a Life-or-Death Calculation
NYT > Education May 19, 2013 | 20:50 pmAn officer’s decision to enter a home in Uniondale, N.Y., and open fire, killing a gunman and a student being held hostage, may have eliminated the opportunity to negotiate with the gunman, some experts said.
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Home visiting programs are preschool in its earliest form
Education: DC Area Education News, Education Policy, School Information -[…] May 19, 2013 | 18:46 pmCaleb Cantres-Maldonado was all of 6 weeks old and just stirring from a nap when his mother propped him up and pointed him in the direction of a picture book. “Look what I have! See the book?” said Milenka St.[…]
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To Sharpen Student Testing, Another Round of Tests
NYT > Education May 19, 2013 | 17:51 pmParents and testing skeptics say that field-test results, which have no consequences for students or teachers, turn classrooms into focus groups and add more stress to an anxiety-filled process.
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Prince George’s selects Albert Lewis as Teacher of the Year
Education: DC Area Education News, Education Policy, School Information -[…] May 19, 2013 | 17:01 pmAlbert Lewis sounded like a basketball coach cheering on his team before the big game. “We are!” Lewis shouted. “All in!” the youngsters yelled back in unison. “We are!” he said. Read full article >>
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