Fabulous Friday Technology Tip(F2T2)- Volume 3- 19th edition

Congratulations!! Winter Break is ALMOST  here!!!!

Good morning!  

This is the “19th edition" of the Fabulous Friday Technology Tip (F² T²) that shares technology tools and resources that can be integrated into your daily lessons, unit plans and classroom centers. 

Today’s Tip focuses on taking a few seconds to wish all of you a VERY happy holiday season!! Whatever the holiday that you celebrate, I hope that it is restful and that you get to spend some quality time with family and loved ones!  Enjoy your break, rest and relax!!! I can’t wait to see you in 2016 with a plethora of positive possibilities and wonderful opportunities!

KD

Fabulous Friday Technology Tip-Volume 3- 18th edition

Congratulations!! #HourofCode2015 is complete!!!! 

Greetings!! This is the “18th  edition" of the Fabulous Friday Technology Tip (F² T²) that shares technology tools and resources that can be integrated into your daily lessons, unit plans and classroom centers. These online resources can be used before, during, and after a daily lesson or semester-long unit. Check out this week’s tip!!!

• TAG-Ed STEM Reach (http://www.stemreach.org/ )has created  a site to provide access to STEM opportunities & resources within the Georgia community. If you are looking for summer camps, programs and community resources, this website has it all!

Don’t FORGET!!!!!

• The Atlanta Public Schools Technology Fair will be held on Saturday, February 6, 2016 at Frederick Douglas High School. Please let me know how I can assist you with registering your students for this phenomenal opportunity! http://apstechfair.weebly.com 

Remember, please let me know if you have any questions or need assistance with using these phenomenal "FREE" nuggets.I look forward to continuing to support you this year and the endless possibilities that the collaboration and integration of technology will provide us with reaching all of our learners.

Krynica

Fabulous Friday Technology Tip(F2T2)- Volume 3-17th edition

Congratulations!! December is here!!!! 

Greetings!! This is the “17th  edition" of the Fabulous Friday Technology Tip (F² T²) that shares technology tools and resources that can be integrated into your daily lessons, unit plans and classroom centers. These online resources can be used before, during, and after a daily lesson or semester-long unit. Check out this week’s tip!!!

• Scholastic(http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/clf/tguidesitemap.htm )has created  quick, compelling one-session activities you need to incorporate interactive learning and technology into your curriculum. Each activity requires no prep and can be completed in 15-30 minutes. You can use these 50+ activities in the computer lab and Build excitement and discussion when you introduce a new topic.
• DOGOnews brings news and other non-fictional content for kids. You can filter stories based on categories (Science, Sports, Entertainment, etc.) or grades that the material is suitable for. http://www.dogonews.com/ 

Don’t FORGET!!!!!

• The Hour of Code is next week, December 7-13, 2015! Because of your students and your stories, the Hour of Code movement keeps changing the world. Are you ready to do it again? We hope you’ll join us to make this year a turning point for computer science in our schools. Sign up now to host an Hour of Code during Dec. 7-13 at https://hourofcode.com Every participating organizer will receive a thank-you gift and you can win $10,000 for your school. 

Remember, please let me know if you have any questions or need assistance with using these phenomenal "FREE" nuggets.I look forward to continuing to support you this year and the endless possibilities that the collaboration and integration of technology will provide us with reaching all of our learners.

Krynica Drake

kdrake@atlanta.k12.ga.us

Fabulous Friday Technology Tip-Volume 3- Thanksgiving Edition

Congratulations!! Thanksgiving Break 2015 has arrived!!!! 

Greetings!! This is the “Thanksgiving Holiday edition" of the Fabulous Friday Technology Tip (F² T²) that shares technology tools and resources that can be integrated into your daily lessons, unit plans and classroom centers. These online resources can be used before, during, and after a daily lesson or semester-long unit. Today’s Tip focuses on taking a few seconds to wish all of you a VERY happy Thanksgiving Holiday!! I am thankful for each one of you! I hope that your week  is restful and that you get to spend some quality time with family and loved ones!  Enjoy your break, rest and relax!!!

Don’t FORGET!!!!!

• The 2015-2016 Atlanta Public Schools Technology Fair will be held on Saturday, February 6, 2016 from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm at Frederick Douglas High School. Please check out the website for more information. www.apstechfair.weebly.com Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns.
• The Hour of Code is coming, December 7-13, 2015! Because of your students and your stories, the Hour of Code movement keeps changing the world. Are you ready to do it again? We hope you’ll join us to make this year a turning point for computer science in our schools. Sign up now to host an Hour of Code during Dec. 7-13 at https://hourofcode.com Every participating organizer will receive a thank-you gift and you can win $10,000 for your school. 

Remember, please let me know if you have any questions or need assistance with using Tech Tips phenomenal "FREE" nuggets.I look forward to continuing to support you this year and the endless possibilities that the collaboration and integration of technology will provide us with reaching all of our learners.

Krynica

Fabulous Friday Technology Tip- Volume 3-15th edition

Congratulations!! November has arrived!!!! 

Greetings!! This is the “15th  edition" of the Fabulous Friday Technology Tip (F² T²) that shares technology tools and resources that can be integrated into your daily lessons, unit plans and classroom centers. These online resources can be used before, during, and after a daily lesson or semester-long unit. Last week, I presented at Georgia Educational Technology Conference and was unable to send the tip. This week’s tip shares my presentation on #WebTech:The 21st Century 4Cs. There are over FREE 50 tools located within the presentation and the symbaloo link. Check them out!!!

• Presentation: https://www.tes.com/lessons/q5FW3HjvLPlrmQ/webtech-the-21st-century-4-c-s-communication-collaboration-creativity-critical-thinking
• Symbaloo: https://www.symbaloo.com/mix/web20tools-resources1

Don’t FORGET!!!!!

• The Hour of Code is coming, December 7-13, 2015! Because of your students and your stories, the Hour of Code movement keeps changing the world. Are you ready to do it again? We hope you’ll join us to make this year a turning point for computer science in our schools. Sign up now to host an Hour of Code during Dec. 7-13 at https://hourofcode.com Every participating organizer will receive a thank-you gift and you can win $10,000 for your school. 

Remember, please let me know if you have any questions or need assistance with using these phenomenal "FREE" nuggets.I look forward to continuing to support you this year and the endless possibilities that the collaboration and integration of technology will provide us with reaching all of our learners.

Krynica

Fabulous Friday Technology Tip(F2T2)- Volume 3- 14th edition

Congratulations!! The final Friday in October 2015 is here!!!! 

Greetings!! This is the “14th  edition" of the Fabulous Friday Technology Tip (F² T²) that shares technology tools and resources that can be integrated into your daily lessons, unit plans and classroom centers. These online resources can be used before, during, and after a daily lesson or semester-long unit. Earlier this week, I attended the Georgia STEM forum. Today’s tips focus on FREE STEM resources!

• The first tip provides a list of FREE STEM resources!! I will be stopping by to discuss how to incorporate these activities and lessons into STEM days and daily lessons.
• http://www.nea.org/tools/lessons/stem-resources.html
• http://georgiapower.com/in-your-community/education-programs.cshtml (FREE In-School Fieldtrips!)
• https://www.discoveryeducation.com/ (You have access to the STEM resources & more using http://mybackpack.apsk12.org ) 

• The second tip consists of several social studies & science resources. Please check them out and let me know what you think!!
• http://teacher.scholastic.com/whiteboards/socialstudies.htm
• http://www.uen.org/3-6interactives/social_studies.shtml
• http://www.science4us.com/index.php
• http://www.learningreviews.com/Science-Websites-for-Kids.html

Don’t FORGET!!!!!

• Next week, I will be attending & presenting at the Georgia Educational Technology Conference. Please email me if your have questions or need resources. I look forward to sharing the phenomenal knowledge gained when I return the following week(Week of November 9-13).
• The Hour of Code is coming, December 7-13, 2015! Because of your students and your stories, the Hour of Code movement keeps changing the world. Are you ready to do it again? We hope you’ll join us to make this year a turning point for computer science in our schools. Sign up now to host an Hour of Code during Dec. 7-13 at https://hourofcode.com Every participating organizer will receive a thank-you gift and you can win $10,000 for your school. 

Remember, please let me know if you have any questions or need assistance with using these phenomenal "FREE" nuggets.I look forward to continuing to support you this year and the endless possibilities that the collaboration and integration of technology will provide us with reaching all of our learners.

Krynica

Fabulous Friday Technology Tip(F2T2)-Volume 3-13th edition

Congratulations!! Another Weekend in October has arrived!!!!! 

      Greetings!! This is the “13th  edition" of the Fabulous Friday Technology Tip (F² T²) that shares technology tools and resources that can be integrated into your daily lessons, unit plans and classroom centers. These online resources can be used before, during, and after a daily lesson or semester-long unit. Today’s tips have a special treat!!!

• The first tip is a new way of assessing students!! Looking for another fun way to assess students? Try Quizizz (http://quizizz.com/admin) ! Quizizz allows multiplayer gaming and is compatiable with tablets, chromebooks, and mobile devices. No projector needed! It is student-paced and allows for realtime feedback. You can choose from a question library or create your own quiz. A detailed report is available at the end of quiz. The best part...IT'S FREE!! 
• The second tip is a special treat!!! The district is working to bring BrainPop.com to all schools. As of today, trial logins have been provided through December 31st to access the site with no limitations!! (See attached flyer.) Please check it out and let me know what you think!!

Don’t FORGET!!!!!

• The Hour of Code is coming, December 7-13, 2015! Because of your students and your stories, the Hour of Code movement keeps changing the world. Are you ready to do it again? We hope you’ll join us to make this year a turning point for computer science in our schools. Sign up now to host an Hour of Code during Dec. 7-13 at https://hourofcode.com Every participating organizer will receive a thank-you gift and you can win $10,000 for your school. 

Remember, please let me know if you have any questions or need assistance with using these phenomenal "FREE" nuggets.I look forward to continuing to support you this year and the endless possibilities that the collaboration and integration of technology will provide us with reaching all of our learners.

Fabulous Friday Technology Tip- Volume 3- 12th edition

Congratulations!! Another Friday in October has arrived!!!!! 

Greetings!! This is the “12th  edition" of the Fabulous Friday Technology Tip (F² T²) that shares technology tools and resources that can be integrated into your daily lessons, unit plans and classroom centers. These online resources can be used before, during, and after a daily lesson or semester-long unit. Today's tips focus on a few oldie but goodies. 

• This week’s tip features a list of great resources to effectively use technology in teaching and learning. (If you can’t access the link via the photo, the web address is listed below.

Great, super extensive list of Web 2.0 tools organized by their function.

 http://cooltoolsforschools.wikispaces.com 

• This is another HUGE list of tools categorized by function.  http://web20guru.wikispaces.com/Web+2.0+Resources

  This list contains amazing & Creative Online Tools that are ready to use.   https://sites.google.com/site/webtoolsbox/

Don’t FORGET!!!!!

• The Hour of Code is coming, December 7-13, 2015! Because of your students and your stories, the Hour of Code movement keeps changing the world. Are you ready to do it again? We hope you’ll join us to make this year a turning point for computer science in our schools. Sign up now to host an Hour of Code during Dec. 7-13 at https://hourofcode.com Every participating organizer will receive a thank-you gift and you can win $10,000 for your school. 

Remember, please let me know if you have any questions or need assistance with using these phenomenal "FREE" nuggets.I look forward to continuing to support you this year and the endless possibilities that the collaboration and integration of technology will provide us with reaching all of our learners.

Fabulous Friday Technology Tip(F2T2)- Volume 3-11th edition

Congratulations!! Happy Friday(technically)!! 

Greetings!! This is the “11th  edition" of the Fabulous Friday Technology Tip (F² T²) that shares technology tools and resources that can be integrated into your daily lessons, unit plans and classroom centers. These online resources can be used before, during, and after a daily lesson or semester-long unit. Today's tips focus on a few oldie but goodies. 

• Nearpod is not a new resource but it is a great resource for centers!  It works from desktop or laptop computers (in Chrome) but it is WAY more fun from a tablet.  Here are some examples of some lessons teachers have done with students. You can get emailed reports of student work too!
  Kindergarten Lesson: Writing Numbers
  2nd Grade Lesson: Story Structure
  2nd Grade Lesson: Skip Counting
  2nd Grade Lesson: Comparing Numbers
• Blendspace is a free tool that allows teachers to create multimedia lesson that students can access online. You can easily create a lesson using these simple three steps:
  
  1. Organize: Collect web resources in one place and share the link
  2. Assess: Measure student understanding with built in quizzes.
  3. Track: Monitor student progress and adapt to student needs in real-time
  Click HERE to find out more about Blendspace. 

Don’t FORGET!!!!!

• The Hour of Code is coming, December 7-13, 2015! Because of your students and your stories, the Hour of Code movement keeps changing the world. Are you ready to do it again? We hope you’ll join us to make this year a turning point for computer science in our schools. Sign up now to host an Hour of Code during Dec. 7-13 at https://hourofcode.com Every participating organizer will receive a thank-you gift and you can win $10,000 for your school. 

Remember, please let me know if you have any questions or need assistance with using these phenomenal "FREE" nuggets.I look forward to continuing to support you this year and the endless possibilities that the collaboration and integration of technology will provide us with reaching all of our learners.

Fabulous Friday Technology Tip(F2T2)- Volume 3- 10th edition

Congratulations!! Another week complete!! 

                                             

Greetings!! This is the “10th  edition" of the Fabulous Friday Technology Tip (F² T²) that shares technology tools and resources that can be integrated into your daily lessons, unit plans and classroom centers. These online resources can be used before, during, and after a daily lesson or semester-long unit.

• Today's tip focuses on APS subscription resources that are really great for the classroom. Go to:  http://www2.youseemore.com/AtlantaPS/linkinclude.asp
  There are more on this site but here are a few: 
  
• Vocabulary.com (k-12)
• Tumble Books Library 
• Rosen Digital: Real Life Literacy and Digital Citizenship (k-12)
• Visual Thesaurus (k-12)
• National Geographic Kids (K-8)
• AudioBookCloud
• StoryCove (k-5)
• Discovery Ed (k-12)
• Cool Databases (NFL, MLB, etc.)
• World Almanac Kids
• Galileo Kids

Don’t FORGET!!!!!

• If you have not yet registered for this weekend’s MakEdu conference in Decatur (which is part of the makerfaire) please do so now: http://makedu.weebly.com/
  • Located in downtown Decatur - kind of all of it between the railroad tracks and the courthouse. You can’t miss it.
  • Lunch is provided!

• The Hour of Code is coming, December 7-13, 2015! Because of your students and your stories, the Hour of Code movement keeps changing the world. Are you ready to do it again? We hope you’ll join us to make this year a turning point for computer science in our schools. Sign up now to host an Hour of Code during Dec. 7-13 at https://hourofcode.com Every participating organizer will receive a thank-you gift and you can win $10,000 for your school. 

Remember, please let me know if you have any questions or need assistance with using these phenomenal "FREE" nuggets.I look forward to continuing to support you this year and the endless possibilities that the collaboration and integration of technology will provide us with reaching all of our learners.

Fabulous Friday Technology Tip(F2T2)- Volume 3- 9th edition

Congratulations!! Fall has officially arrived!! 

Greetings!! This is the “9th  edition" of the Fabulous Friday Technology Tip (F² T²) that shares technology tools and resources that can be integrated into your daily lessons, unit plans and classroom centers. These online resources can be used before, during, and after a daily lesson or semester-long unit.

• Today’s tip is Skoolbo(http://skoolbo.com/). Skoolbo is a great new program to help with reading and math. Children are immersed in an incredible learning world and are highly motivated by the inbuilt rewards. Parents and teachers are equipped with an array of tools to help achieve wonderful educational outcomes for their children. And best of all – it’s free! Sign up by September 30th and use this resource free forever!!!(Thanks Mr. Reynolds for sharing!)

Don’t FORGET!!!!!

• Chevron is working with DonorsChoose.org again this year to help K-12 teachers in public schools get the supplies they need for eligible public school classroom projects. The time period for submissions on DonorsChoose.org is September 1, 2015, to November 15, 2015. Don’t wait—because the earlier you post your project during the submission period, the better your chance will be to receive funding. http://www.fuelyourschool.com
• If you are ready to take your leadership to the next level and work with staff in your building and across the district with instructional technology needs, WE WANT YOU!! For more information, and to apply, please go to : http://apseleaders.weebly.com/ The application deadline is TODAY!!!

Remember, please let me know if you have any questions or need assistance with using these phenomenal "FREE" nuggets.I look forward to continuing to support you this year and the endless possibilities that the collaboration and integration of technology will provide us with reaching all of our learners.

Fabulous Friday Technology Tip(F2T2)- Volume 3:8th edition

 

Congratulations!! Fall is on the way!! Can you feel the cooler temperatures??

Greetings!! This is the “8th  edition" of the Fabulous Friday Technology Tip (F² T²) that shares technology tools and resources that can be integrated into your daily lessons, unit plans and classroom centers.

Today’s tip provides a focus on interactive resources for students.  These online resources can be used before, during, and after a daily lesson or semester-long unit.

• The first tip is TeacherLed(http://www.teacherled.com/). This site is designed to provide teachers with access to free high quality teaching resources for use on Interactive Whiteboards.
• The second tip is Math CommonCore Resources(http://mathcommoncoreresources.wikispaces.com/Elementary+Resources). This website contains whiteboard resources and suggested apps based on the math common core standards.
• The third tip is Spicy Noodles(http://www.spicynodes.org/index.html). Spicy Nodes are a great way to organize thoughts & content! Make NodeMaps!!

Don’t FORGET!!!!!

• Chevron is working with DonorsChoose.org again this year to help K-12 teachers in public schools get the supplies they need for eligible public school classroom projects. The time period for submissions on DonorsChoose.org is September 1, 2015, to November 15, 2015. Don’t wait—because the earlier you post your project during the submission period, the better your chance will be to receive funding. http://www.fuelyourschool.com
• If you are ready to take your leadership to the next level and work with staff in your building and across the district with instructional technology needs, WE WANT YOU!! For more information, and to apply, please go to : http://apseleaders.weebly.com/ 

Remember, please let me know if you have any questions or need assistance with using these phenomenal "FREE" nuggets.I look forward to continuing to support you this year and the endless possibilities that the collaboration and integration of technology will provide us with reaching all of our learners.

--Please continue to have a positive and productive day!

Krynica Drakekdrake@atlantapublicschools.us
Educational Technology Specialist

request: https://goo.gl/3JK7oK

feedback: https://goo.gl/QsJ2Vd

404-802-3589

http://apsitkrynica.weebly.com 

Fabulous Friday Technology Tip(F2T2)- Volume 3: 7th edition

Congratulations!!

Another week has wrapped up!! PLUS...Football season is finally here!!!

Greetings!! This is the “7th  edition" of the Fabulous Friday Technology Tip (F² T²) that shares technology tools and resources that can be integrated into your daily lessons, unit plans and classroom centers.

Today’s tip provides a focus on assessment tools. One-to-one technology can transform a classroom. When implemented correctly, students are engaged and excited to learn, and teachers can assess their progress in real-time. The amount of technology resources available for educators can be overwhelming. These online resources can be used before, during, and after a daily lesson or semester-long unit.

• The first tip is ClassKicks(http://www.classkick.com/#home ). As students work on a teacher-made Classkick assignment on their iPads, teachers see every students' work progressing all at once. Students can privately raise hands, teachers give individualized, real-time student feedback, and so much more.

• The second tip is GoFormative(http://goformative.com/). This website runs on any internet connected device and is optimized for any 1:1, BYOD, flipped or blended classroom. GoFormative allows teachers to create assignments, assign them to students, receive live results and give immediate feedback!!

Don’t FORGET!!!!!

• Chevron is working with DonorsChoose.org again this year to help K-12 teachers in public schools get the supplies they need for eligible public school classroom projects. The time period for submissions on DonorsChoose.org is September 1, 2015, to November 15, 2015. Don’t wait—because the earlier you post your project during the submission period, the better your chance will be to receive funding. http://www.fuelyourschool.com
• To celebrate Back To School, PowToons is giving away $10 million worth of Premium Classroom Accounts! Each premium account includes 1 teacher account + 60 student accounts! With Powtoons, you can create anything from professional animated lesson plans to student presentations! Please check it out! https://www.powtoon.com/lp/newschoolyear/?utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=Back+To+School+2015&utm_source=middle-text-link-Tue-Sep1-2015&utm_term=didn't-open-launch-email 

Remember, please let me know if you have any questions or need assistance with using these phenomenal "FREE" nuggets.I look forward to continuing to support you this year and the endless possibilities that the collaboration and integration of technology will provide us with reaching all of our learners.

--Please continue to have a positive and productive day!

Krynica Drakekdrake@atlantapublicschools.us
Educational Technology Specialist

request: https://goo.gl/3JK7oK

feedback: https://goo.gl/QsJ2Vd

404-802-3589

http://apsitkrynica.weebly.com 

Fabulous Friday Technology Tip(F2T2)- Volume 3- 6th edition

Congratulations!!

September 2015 is here!! Labor Day Weekend has arrived!

Greetings!! This is the “6th  edition" of the Fabulous Friday Technology Tip (F² T²) that shares technology tools and resources that can be integrated into your daily lessons, unit plans and classroom centers.

This edition will be the final set of tips that will  offer easy ways in which you can seamlessly integrate technology into your daily and weekly classroom routines. Each tip has embedded links to assist you with implementation.

1. Make geography a daily event.
   For most kids, geography has something to do with maps -- and maps are boring! Extend students geography awareness by challenging them to answer the five daily questions posed at GeoBee Challenge. The questions are taken from the National Geographic Geography Bee. Maybe your students will get good enough to compete in this years event! Looking for a quicker lesson? Find the distance between any two cities in the world at How Far Is It? By the way, National Geographics Map Machinecan even make maps fun!
2. Keep 'em guessing!
   It's Friday afternoon and most students have their eyes on the clock and their minds on a weekend of freedom. If you have access to enough computers that students can work individually or in small groups, try to keep the learning going with some stimulating online games. Solving the problems at Mystery Netgenerally demands more logic than Math. That sites features include Get-a-Clue, a daily mystery appropriate for younger students; See-n-Solve, a weekly mystery featuring USA TV's Detective Monk; and Solve-it!, a monthly mystery in which students read a mystery and then solve the crime. The latter two activities are best for older students. Or, simply reward students for a week of hard work by allowing them a few minutes to play some of the online Logic Games at SuperKids. Games include Battleship, checkers, tic-tac-toe, BreakOut, and more.

Don’t FORGET!!!!!

• Chevron is working with DonorsChoose.org again this year to help K-12 teachers in public schools get the supplies they need for eligible public school classroom projects. The time period for submissions on DonorsChoose.org is September 1, 2015, to November 15, 2015. Don’t wait—because the earlier you post your project during the submission period, the better your chance will be to receive funding. http://www.fuelyourschool.com
• To celebrate Back To School, PowToons is giving away $10 million worth of Premium Classroom Accounts! Each premium account includes 1 teacher account + 60 student accounts! With Powtoons, you can create anything from professional animated lesson plans to student presentations! Please check it out! https://www.powtoon.com/lp/newschoolyear/?utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=Back+To+School+2015&utm_source=middle-text-link-Tue-Sep1-2015&utm_term=didn't-open-launch-email 

Remember, please let me know if you have any questions or need assistance with using these phenomenal "FREE" nuggets.I look forward to a successful school year and the endless possibilities that the collaboration and integration of technology will provide us with reaching all of our learners.

--Please continue to have a positive and productive day!

Krynica Drakekdrake@atlantapublicschools.us
Educational Technology Specialist

request: https://goo.gl/3JK7oK

feedback: https://goo.gl/QsJ2Vd

404-802-3589

http://apsitkrynica.weebly.com 

Fabulous Friday Technology Tip(F2T2)- Volume 3- 5th edition

Congratulations!!

You have completed the final full week of August of the 2015!

Greetings!!

This is the “5th  edition" of the Fabulous Friday Technology Tip (F² T²) that shares technology tools and resources that can be integrated into your daily lessons, unit plans and classroom centers.

Tips for the month of August will continue to offer easy ways in which you can seamlessly integrate technology into your daily and weekly classroom routines. Each tip has embedded links to assist you with implementation.

1. Make the news a learning tool.
   Help students better understand current events and connect todays news to their own lives by encouraging them to further explore the issues of the day. The Why Files, for example, uses news and current events as the basis for science, health, and technology lessons. What caused the tornado that devastated the Midwest or the hurricane that hit Florida? How does war affect those living in battle zones? What vote-counting technique is most accurate? The Why Files will explain it all. How Stuff Works also is an extensive site with information on a vast number of topics. Today's students, for example, might want to learn How Stinger Missiles Work, How Stem Cells Work, or How Hybrid Cars Work.
    
2. Spice up your grammar lessons.
   Explore Daily Grammar's Lesson Archive to find a new grammar lesson every day. The site features nearly 450 lessons on topics ranging from adjectives and apostrophes to prepositional phrases and verbs!
    
3. Make science a daily event.
   With the current emphasis on reading and math in schools, getting in a daily -- or even weekly -- science lesson can be difficult. If youre having trouble finding time for a more formal science lesson, take a minute to discuss NASAs Astronomy Picture of the Day or Goddard Space Centers Earth Science Picture of the Day, both of which include a brief explanation of the days photo. You might also briefly discuss a scientist or a scientific event from Today in Science History.
    
4. Sign up for a science experiment of the week.
   If you have the time for the science lesson, but not enough time to research and find a steady supply of really engaging science experiments, sign up for Steve Spangler's Science Experiment of the Week. Each week, a new science experiment will be e-mailed to you.

Remember, please let me know if you have any questions or need assistance with using these phenomenal "FREE" nuggets.I look forward to a successful school year and the endless possibilities that the collaboration and integration of technology will provide us with reaching all of our learners.

--Please continue to have a positive and productive day!

Krynica Drakekdrake@atlantapublicschools.us
Educational Technology Specialist

request: https://goo.gl/3JK7oK

feedback: https://goo.gl/QsJ2Vd

404-802-3589

http://apsitkrynica.weebly.com 

Fabulous Friday Technology Tip(F2T2)- Volume 3- 4th edition

Congratulations!!You have completed Week 3 of the 2015-2016 SchoolYear!

Greetings!!

This is the “4th  edition" of the Fabulous Friday Technology Tip (F² T²) that shares technology tools and resources that can be integrated into your daily lessons, unit plans and classroom centers. 

FYI……..Macy's @Lenox is hosting a Teacher Appreciation Breakfast on tomorrow! Be sure to RSVP & check it out! http://macyslenoxteacherbreakfast.eventbrite.com/ 

Tips for the month of August will continue to offer easy ways in which you can seamlessly integrate technology into your daily and weekly classroom routines. Each tip has embedded links to assist you with implementation.

1. Utilize online work sheets.
   Are you worn out from trying to come up with new and creative seatwork assignments day after day after day? Make life easier on yourself by including a few online worksheets. Each week, Education World provides an original printable Scavenger Huntand a Writing Bug creative writing activity. In addition, TeAchnology offers lots of work sheets in a variety of curriculum areas.
2. Beef up your history lessons.
   Primary source materials adds interest to any history lessons; reading Thomas Jeffersons notes on the U.S. Constitution provides insights into U.S. history that a mere reading of the Constitution cannot. When planning U.S. history lessons, visit the Library of Congress's American Memory Collections search engine to locate primary source material for whatever topic youre tackling. Encourage students to include primary source materials in their history papers as well.
3. Provide online reading comprehension practice.
   Add a fun reading comprehension activity to your students language arts curriculum with the Comenius Group's Fluency Through Fables lesson. Designed for students of English as a second language, the activity is appropriate for English-speaking students in elementary and middle school as well. The lesson includes a brief fable and four categories of related activities; vocabulary matching exercises, vocabulary completion exercises, multiple choice comprehension exercises, and written discussion exercises.
4. Incorporate online news sources into discussions of current events.
   Don’t limit students current events contributions to print newspapers; encourage them to search online media as well. CNN and MSNBC are excellent places to start looking for national and international news. Or, check out Online Newspapers to find your local newspaper online. The Internet Public Library also provides links to local news sources by country and, for the United States, by state. NewsEla is an innovative way to build reading comprehension with nonfiction that's always relevant: daily news. It's easy and amazing. Don’t forget to sign up to receive the AJC for your students to bring the world to your students. http://nieonline.com/ajc/

Remember, please let me know if you have any questions or need assistance with using these phenomenal "FREE" nuggets.I look forward to a successful school year and the endless possibilities that the collaboration and integration of technology will provide us with reaching all of our learners.

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