As graduation season rolls around once again, I thought I would compile a list of videos that I’ve found over the years that eloquently describe the hopes and dreams I have for my students in the future. I’ve placed the length of each video beside it. Not all of these are graduation speeches, but they … Read more
I can’t believe this crazy week is almost over! I appreciate everyone’s patience as I recycle some posts from last year this week. I’ve added a few updates to keep things “fresh!” (According to Merriam-Webster, “telegenic” means “well-suited to the medium of television; especially : having an appearance and manner that are markedly attractive to … Read more
Last week I did a post on the fabulous Elements 4D resource from Daqri. Students can learn about the elements and compounds that can be made from some of them by using the free lesson plans now offered on their site. Combine these plans with the free downloadable elements cubes and the free augmented reality … Read more
I had to search my own blog to find the last time I posted about Powtoon. It was two years ago! They have come a long way since then! Powtoon is a fun way to present, allowing you all kinds of dynamic tools that will keep your viewers engaged. The company recently launched a major … Read more
UPDATE: As of 10/29/14, I was informed that this app is no longer available in the US app store. I don’t know if it is available elsewhere, but would appreciate anyone letting me know if you find it or if it becomes available again! A couple of weeks ago, Apps Gone Free offered an app called, “In … Read more
There aren’t a lot of opportunities in a standard curriculum for students to think philosophically. Hopefully, teachers still find ways to give them time for such discussions. In the past, I’ve written about the Kids Philosophy Slam and Teaching Children Philosophy as resources for integrating philosophy into the classroom. Both of those offer ways for students for K-12 … Read more