Friday, March 22, 2019

Fabulous Friday Technology Tip(F2T2)- Volume 6-28th edition



Congratulations!!Another March Friday is here!!
(Yes…The 5 Day Countdown is Real!!)

Good morning!  
This is the 28th 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. 
As your school’s Educational Technology Specialist, I can support you with:
  • Training on New tools for the 21st century classroom
  • Collaboration & Planning with Individuals/Teams
  • Co-Teaching a lesson using technology integration
  • Observing a Technology Lesson
  • Technology Resources/Tools Training

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Are you looking for a website to encourage students to practice their math facts? Check out Math Chase (https://www.mathschase.com/)!  MathChase games help children learn by repetition and also increase their speed gradually as they become more skilled. Math Chase allows you to increase the speed you need to answer questions as you become more confident in a fun and engaging way. Let’s get kids practicing!   Additional Questions? Email me for more information!
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Have you checked out the HHMI BioInteractive Virtual Labs to enhance your science lessons? (https://www.hhmi.org/biointeractive/explore-virtual-labs)  The virtual labs are fully interactive simulations in which students perform experiments, collect data, and answer questions to assess their understanding. The labs combine animations, illustrations, and videos to convey key information and engage students in the process of science.  Additional Questions? Email me for more information!
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Did you know that you and APS students now have access to Tutor.com? Visit APSMyBackpack and you will see the TutorAtl app. Through Tutor.com, APS students have access to one to one Homework help and tutoring in over 40 subjects such as Math, Science, English, AP Classes & more. The app opens daily from 4pm to 11pm. Additional Questions? Email me for more information!


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As we continue to guide our students down the road of success, please click on the request support link located within my signature line if you would like support with integrating technology tools (i.e. Interactive Board, iPad, Chromebook, Web 2.0 Resources) within your lessons. Make sure that you are signed into your APS Google Account to access the request link below! I look forward to the endless possibilities that the collaboration and integration of technology will provide us with reaching all of our learners.

Friday, March 15, 2019

Fabulous Friday Technology Tip(F2T2)- Volume 6-27th edition


Congratulations!!Another March Friday is here!!

Good morning!  
This is the 27th 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. 
As your school’s Educational Technology Specialist, I can support you with:
  • Training on New tools for the 21st century classroom
  • Collaboration & Planning with Individuals/Teams
  • Co-Teaching a lesson using technology integration
  • Observing a Technology Lesson
  • Technology Resources/Tools Training

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Have you checked out the FREE 5-minute Scholastic-approved videos as a social-and-emotional learning curriculum in your class( https://www.alogives.com/)? Sharing yoga and meditation with kids helps them quiet their minds, find calm when challenged, mute negativity, gain focus and learn more easily. Scholastic connects Alo with classrooms where teachers and parents can access this social-and-emotional learning curriculum featuring 3 yoga classes, 2 mindfulness exercises and a printable worksheet based on a weekly theme. The videos are 5 minutes long and can be done in classrooms or at home. Yoga & mindfulness change lives… Let’s get kids practicing!   Additional Questions? Email me for more information!
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Do you have students need assistance with reading a passage? Natural Reader is a powerful text to speech tool at school or at home (https://www.naturalreaders.com/index.html) Upload text and documents or convert to mp3 to listen to anywhere anytime. Additional Questions? Email me for more information!
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Did you know that you and APS students now have access to Tutor.com? Visit APSMyBackpack and you will see the TutorAtl app. Through Tutor.com, APS students have access to one to one Homework help and tutoring in over 40 subjects such as Math, Science, English, AP Classes & more. The app opens daily from 4pm to 11pm. Additional Questions? Email me for more information!


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As we continue to guide our students down the road of success, please click on the request support link located within my signature line if you would like support with integrating technology tools (i.e. Interactive Board, iPad, Chromebook, Web 2.0 Resources) within your lessons. Make sure that you are signed into your APS Google Account to access the request link below! I look forward to the endless possibilities that the collaboration and integration of technology will provide us with reaching all of our learners.