In an ideal world, my class photographer would “Dropbox” the photos that were taken that day, then delete them from the iPad. In the real world, my class photographer sometimes inadvertently bungles the “Dropboxing” portion – either turning the iPad off before all of the photos have been added, or adding the pictures to a … Read more
I teach elementary GT students. Last year, all of my students from 2nd-5th participated in the Global Cardboard Challenge. This year, I wanted to invite some other students to participate in this and some other “maker” activities, so two wonderful teachers joined with me to co-sponsor a Maker Club that meets once a week. (You can … Read more
For our Phun Phriday post this week, I decided to share some of the things people are making with 3D printers that just completely boggle my brain. Speaking of brains, you can make one of those (in chocolate) based on your own MRI scan. Here are instructions. They make no sense to me, so I … Read more
During one of the sessions I attended at SXSWedu in Austin last week , one of the presenters asked us to turn to someone near us and share a memory of an innovative teacher from our childhood. I thought hard. Finally, I turned to the gentleman next to me and said, “I’ve got nothing.” “Me … Read more
I couldn’t resist adding one more post before my blogging break. (New posts will resume on Monday, December 30th.) Last year, I closed out my “Gifts for the Gifted” series with a post of suggested apps that you could load up on iPads or iPod Touches you may be presenting as gifts. I would like … Read more
RSCON is a free online conference for educators, and a fabulous way to celebrate Connected Educator Month during October. This year, it will take place from October 11th-13th. This worldwide annual event is celebrating its 4th year in 2013, and promises to offer many inspiring sessions and keynotes. Two Guys and Some iPads (Brad Waid … Read more