…activities that allow them to empathize, ideate, build, test, and reflect. Approaches such as Project-Based Learning (PBL), Design Thinking, and Student-Centered Learning encourage hands-on exploration, connecting literacy to real-world applications….
The 5Ds framework for integrating technology in the classroom
…in the real world, in order for a product to reach its potential, one must open up for external feedback in order to improve. However, as mentioned before, the process…
How an entire class became published authors
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From Explain Everything to Book Creator to iTunes U
…can download it and create a course for free! Tap the Share button in the top right corner. Choose Open in iTunes U. Choose the course you want to add…
The top 11 apps to use with Book Creator
…know…’” voice.adobe.com/v/SyFfJznph3U Download Adobe Voice #5 PicCollage If you use Twitter at all, you’ll notice that PicCollage seems to be a popular app with teachers for sharing pictures of the…
Author reveals the creative process behind his stunning ebooks
…on Apple iBooks and others in the works to be released in the near future. I created a website for Ponder (www.PonderThePossum.com) where I share links to the books, as…
Why color matters: Unlocking the magic of color in education
…Green is believed to enhance concentration and focus, making it particularly useful in materials that require sustained attention, such as textbooks and study materials. Dark green text on a light…
Our top 5 sites for sourcing great images and photos on your iPad
…my research: Compfight – A Flickr search tool. everystockphoto – A search engine for free photos, from many sources and license-specific. Gratisography – Free high-resolution photos. Iconfinder – 700,00+ free…
How do we foster creativity in our classrooms?
…A 2013 study on creativity by Education Scotland stated that “Creativity is very clearly at the heart of the philosophy of Curriculum for Excellence and is fundamental to the definition…
Illustrator brings his daughter’s book to life
…making their books and giving them that extra ability to create a digital book. Download You can download ‘Give A Hoot’ from the iBooks Store for $4.99. Download Give A…