Tuesday, April 28, 2020
NCVPS Talks
Check out this resource that Debra Clayton shared with me. Sign up for the webinars that interest you.
This is Your Brain
Thank you to Debra Clayton for sharing this resource. Click on the link below to access the slide deck of a great presentation she attended yesterday.
Monday, April 27, 2020
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
PBS Learning Media Account
Set up a free PBS LearningMedia account: https://unctv.pbslearningmedia.org/signup/
Then go to the home site here: https://unctv.pbslearningmedia.org/
Information can be found by subject and/or grade level. There is also a multilingual section (5 world languages) under the subject heading.
You can go here for PBS free contribution of PreK-12 Resources for Emergency Closings: https://unctv.pbslearningmedia.org/collection/emergency-closings-collection/
New Feature in Google Meet
Check out this new feature in Google Meet that will allow you to share audio.
Google Classroom Tip: Bookmark the Classwork Page
Check out this quick video created by Kasey Bell at Shakeup Learning. Google Classroom users will love this!
Sunday, April 19, 2020
Need to Give Control of Your Computer and Mouse in Google Meet to Someone?
This is a great extension if you need to give control to another person. Check it out.
Thursday, April 16, 2020
Google Classroom - Adding Photos use phone App
Check out this You Tube video on how to add photos to Google Classroom Using the Phone App
Tech for Learners
Check out this data base of free and reduced price resources.
Welcome to the web-enabled search for products and services offered by Ed Tech companies. Are you looking for a specific tool to meet a need? Search by numerous categories to discover what products and services are provided to help you meet your learning and teaching needs for schools, districts, states, universities, the workforce, families, and learners. Check this site regularly as new tools are being added on a regular basis.
Welcome to the web-enabled search for products and services offered by Ed Tech companies. Are you looking for a specific tool to meet a need? Search by numerous categories to discover what products and services are provided to help you meet your learning and teaching needs for schools, districts, states, universities, the workforce, families, and learners. Check this site regularly as new tools are being added on a regular basis.
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE DATA BASE
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
NASA Engagement Options
During this time of extreme circumstances, NASA has developed what they call NASA STEM @ Home for Students to assist in the educating of students in grades K to 12. More information can be found here for students, parents and teachers. Thanks again to Stanley Harrell for providing this information to me.
NASA Free Webinars for Educators
NASA is providing free PD webinars for educators (especially STEM educators). You can find more information here with the help of Texas State University There is even a presentation for parents teaching STEM at home.
CLICK HERE
CLICK HERE
STEM RTP
Check out these STEM resources. Click on the link below to review these resources. Thank you Dr. Young for providing this resource.
Monday, April 13, 2020
Digital Math Inspirator
A fellow Google Trainer shared this resource with me. Math Teachers looking for digital resources should check out this site. Click on the link below to take a look.
Professional Development for Math Teachers
Stanley Harrell just shared this link concerning professional development for math teachers.
Sunday, April 12, 2020
Saturday, April 11, 2020
Whiteboard Tools for Google Meet
Check out these two whiteboard tools that can be used with Google Meet. They are free during this time for users.
CLICK ON THE LINKS BELOW
www.awwapp.com
https://whiteboard.fi/
CLICK ON THE LINKS BELOW
www.awwapp.com
https://whiteboard.fi/
Making a PDF Editable in Google Classroom
Naomi Meredith shows you a neat way to use Google Slides and pdf files to develop interactive worksheets in Google Classroom. Check it out.
Friday, April 10, 2020
White Board Options For Google Meet Lessons
Check out this quick video tutorial on how to use a white board within your Google Meet lesson.
Thank you Eric for providing these awesome tutorials!
Thank you Eric for providing these awesome tutorials!
Resource Links
- Google Jamboard - https://jamboard.google.com/
- Google's Chrome Canvas - https://canvas.apps.chrome/
Enable Google Meet on Google Classroom
Here is a short video tutorial on how to use Google Meet with Google Classroom. Thank you Bjorn for sharing the resource.
Thursday, April 9, 2020
South Carolina Department of Education Remote Learning Website.
Dr. Young just shared this resource with me. The site is very informative and has a wealth of resources. Click on the link below to access the site.
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Resources for Primary Aged Students
I received this resource from Stanley Harrell. Check out his message below and link.
"This site is not free, but they do offer 13 pages of free materials (puzzles, coloring activities, etc.) Check it out. If you think it is worth it, you can sign up for their unlimited service. Remember, I do not have "a dog in this fight" so to speak. Whether you join or not will be your decision and yours only. Enjoy!"
North Carolina Office of Early Learning Resource Site
Chelsa Jennings, Director of Curriculum and Instruction just shared this resource with me. This is a great site to find resources. Click on the link below to check it out.
All You Need to Know about Google Meet
Eric Curtis developed a video series on how to use Google Meet. During this time of crisis, Google has stepped up and made several changes to help educators use this tool effectively. Click on the link below to check out the short video series.
Google Classroom for Students
This presentation is designed for students that may need a little help using Google Classroom.
Non Tech Dependent Distance Learning?
Google Classroom 101
Fellow Educator, Brittany Conrad, developed this training presentation on Google Classroom. Check it out.
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
Ditch That Textbook
Matt Miller provides tons of resources on his website and blog. Check out what he has to offer.
Distance Learning Tool Kit
Another great resource. I am including a lot of various instructional links on this blog. Do not let it overwhelm you. Pick and choose what resources you may need and navigate to those.
Warren County Schools is in the HOUSE!!!
Ms. Aguilar from Northside K-8 has created a google site loaded with technology resources! IMPRESSIVE!
Click on the link below to check it out!
Control Alt Achieve
I subscribe to this groups website. Learn all that you want to know about Google!
Check it out.
Google Meet for Virtual Meetings with Staff and Students.
This Google Slide show was created by Digital Learning Specialists in Transylvania County Schools in North Carolina. Check it out.
How to create Self Grading Quizzes in Google Classroom
FYI... For those using Google Classroom for remote teaching, This quick 8-minute video was createdon how to create self-grading quizzes in Classroom. This can be a great way to do digital assessments for students while they are at home. You can access the new video at:
This is the 8th video in the series of short videos I have been doing on Google Classroom, which now includes the following:
How to Create a Classroom (3 minutes)
How to Add Students (3 minutes)
How to Post to the Stream (4 minutes)
How to Add Materials to the Classwork Page (4 minutes)
How to Create an Assignment on the Classwork Page (7 minutes)
How Students Complete Assignments (5 minutes)
How to Grade Assignments (5 minutes)
How to Create Self-Grading Quizzes in Google Classroom (8 minutes)
You can see all of the videos in the series at:
Virtual Teaching Website
I receive a lot of resources from my fellow Google Certified Trainers. Check out the page that was developed in the Palm Beach School District. Great job!
CLICK HERE
CLICK HERE
Google Meet with Google Classroom
A fellow Google Certified trainer created this helpful video on the new integration and how to disable so that students can not rejoin the meeting after the teacher leaves.
STEM Resources
Stanley Harrell, Warren County Schools SEEMA-STEM Program Specialist has provided the school district with tons of resources over the past few weeks. I am sharing the links below for your information. Thank you Mr. Harrell! for sharing these links.
15 STEM based Youtube channels
TED talks with and about young people:
Pre-K to early primary grades could benefit from Sesame Street's contribution:
Also checkout Sesame Street's contribution to educating young students at home during the Covid-19 Pandemic Crisis (offline activities are provided and excellent for parents and families):
This company is providing free registration and usage of resources during the Covid-19 Pandemic:
This website has provided a portal to free STEM information for educators that they searched the internet for. This is a one-click opportunity for teachers to find what they need. Check it out and pass it along to your science, math, technology, and computer teachers. It offers extensive websites and can be easily be filtered by searching by category.
For Math, Science and Social Studies
https://www.ck12.org/teacher/
International Space Station activities
Free children books
Mathematics: Grades k-6 https://www.coolmath4kids.com/
Grades 7-12 (ages 13 and up) https://www.coolmath.com/
Grades K-8: http://www.mathscore.com/
Free printable worksheets:
They also provide lesson plans: https://www.education.com/lesson-plans/
U.S. Energy Information Administration: https://www.eia.gov/kids/for-teachers/lesson-plans/
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration: https://www.noaa.gov/education/resource-collections
Using the free Expeditions App for virtual field trips: https://edu.google.com/products/vr-ar/expeditions/?modal_active=none
Using the free Socratic App from Google: https://socratic.org/
Digital Instructional Resources for Teaching Online
I saw this resource online this morning created by a school district in New York. They have included a massive number of resources that include a lot of Google resources. You may be able to find something that will work for you.
Click on this link to check it out.
https://sites.google.com/westhillschools.org/wcsd-remotelearning/home?authuser=0
Thursday, April 2, 2020
GCF Learn Free.org
Check out these resources for Reading and Math.
https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/subjects/reading-and-math/
There are additional resources on this site. Click on the link below to check them out.
https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/topics/
Nasco Education
Nasco Education is providing free resources for schools. Click on the link to check out what may work for you!
https://www.enasco.com/distance-learning-resources
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Digital Citizenship Information
Tyler Tarver with Tarver Academy developed this Digital Citizenship Guide. It includes links to videos he created.
Click HERE to check out the guide
Tyler has tons of resources available online. Click on the links below to check out this website and You tube channel.
Website: www.tarveracademy.com
You Tube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvJ8_M-wGan9FP7fXDEswdQ
TIME for Kids
TIME FOR KIDS Digital Library is free for the rest of the school year.
CLICK HERE for additional information.
UNC TV At Home
UNC-TV and the NC Department of Public Instruction are partnering to support school-age children learning at home by providing free, curriculum-informed, over-the-air content that is widely accessible to students—especially those with limited or no internet access
Click HERE image below to access their website and information.
Click HERE image below to access their website and information.
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