Tips on Hardware, Software, Lessons, and General Computing
Posted in Arts on Jul 21st, 2008
Here’s an interesting image that at first glance looks like a cheaply done neon ligted octopus. Or perhaps maybe some Photoshop hackery is going on. Well… you would be closer with guessing Photoshop on this one, but only because this image never really existed except on this picture. How was it done? Check out what [...]
Posted in wiki on Jul 19th, 2008
In a recent post about the five tips to help teachers battle a tighter budget we mentioned the use of Wikis. In the comments, Josh clued me in to a service called wetpaint. He was also nice enough to let me join his to try things out. Thanks Josh.
I know Wikispaces is big, but I’m [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Jul 17th, 2008
If you’ve been using Google Docs as a free and mobile alternative to expensive office software, then you’ll be glad to know that they have recently added a template gallery. There are quite a few templates to choose from, including an entire category for teachers and students. One thing that seems to be missing from [...]
As schools open their doors in the fall, there’s no doubt that some will be starting with a slightly tighter wallet than in years past. Some schools will handle the tough economy by cutting programs, others will be cutting jobs, and most will be finding it tougher to get their hands on those high price [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Jul 15th, 2008
If TTB gave out yearly awards, I’m fairly certain that the one for Best Online Community for Sharing Educational Materials would be given to Curriki.org. It is a truly outstanding place/idea. Curriki currently offers an online community where you can join others as you find(and share your own) curriculum resources for free. Hit up the [...]
Posted in Presentations, Tools on Jul 10th, 2008
Often, when working on presentations, lessons etc.. I need an image from a movie clip, website, or still frame from the screen of my computer. This is something easily done within windows with the Printscreen button. Next time you have something on your screen hit the printscreen button while holding down CTRL and ALT. This will [...]
Posted in Productivity, Tools, email on Jul 7th, 2008
If your email is getting a bit out of hands these days and our previous tips haven’t helped, maybe it’s time to check into some software solutions. Xobni, a free Outlook Plugin, has done wonders for my personal email productivity. Let’s take a look at some of it’s features.
Posted in Resources, Student Tech, Tools on Jul 6th, 2008
Google has had an option now in Google Earth that allows for exploration of the night sky through Google Sky, but Microsoft’s new Worldwide Telescope may be a stronger player in the game.
Microsoft’s Worldwide Telescope offers students, teachers and astronomy buffs a chance to seemelessly explore the night sky through a virtual telescope. It allows [...]
I’m on my way back from NECC, which means that blogging will go back to normal. I hope the Brainpoppers that hang around enjoyed the updates. There are a couple of other BP posts that are still in the works, but for the most part I will return to blogging about the other resources, tips, [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Jul 2nd, 2008
The much anticipated Educators page over at BrainPop has had its debut, and teachers can head on over and start getting involved in the BrainPop Community. BrainPop.com/educators.
Some things to do while you are there:
Check out the blog, and leave your tips, ideas, and thoughts in the comments.
Take a look at the improved state standards tool.
Browse [...]