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.