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Developing Vision for Teaching with Technology

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT

In this article Dr. Tony Bates suggests a methodology for encouraging more innovative uses of technology for teaching and learning.

Differentiate Teaching and Learning with Web 2.0 Tools

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT

How do you differentiate instruction? We asked the Middle School Portal 2: Math and Science Pathways project (http://msteacher2.org) 21st Century Teacher Leaders about their favorite tech tools for differentiating instruction. Here's what they had to say.

The Use of the IPad as a Pedagogical Tool in the Classroom

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT

Ever since the iPad came out, Gordon Spicer (a John Abbott College faculty) started to explore its potential in the classroom. Learn how he has been using the iPad as a Pedagogical Tool in the classroom.

Why Twitter Is a Teacher's Best Tool

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT

Teachers are increasingly bringing the real-time communication power of Twitter into the classroom to help students learn. Twitter has simply become one of the best places for teachers to collaborate, share solutions to common classroom problems, and discuss education policy. In fact, it might just be the best forum teachers have ever had.

Top 10 Sites for Creating a Wiki

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT

A wiki is a website that allows the creation and editing of any number of interlinked web pages via a web browser using a simplified markup language or a WYSIWYG text editor. Wikis are used in a number of different areas for a number of different reasons, education being one of the most popular. Here is a list of top 10 sites for creating a wiki.

30 Interesting Ways and Tips to Use Audio in your Classroom

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT

A compilation of interesting ideas on how to use audio in your classroom.

A Parents' Guide to Facebook

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT

The guide is designed to help you understand what Facebook is and how to use it safely. With it, you will be better informed and able to communicate with young Facebook users in your life. As the Internet becomes increasingly social and mobile, a parent's guidance and support are ever more key to young people's well-being in social media and technology.