14 Great Facebook Groups Every Educator Should Join! From educatorstechnology.com

This is a great post from the website " Educational Technology and Mobile Learning".

1- Educational Technology and Mobile Learning Group

This is the official Facebook group of this blog. It has over 3000 fans constituting a marvelous community of educators. We share on it  every single post that is posted here and sometimes other good reads from elsewhere


2- Educators Using Facebook

This is one of my favorite groups as well. Its members are mainly teachers like you and me deeply engaged in resource sharing.


3- Teachers Sharing Resources and Ideas for The Classroom

As its name indicate this is another Facebook group where teachers share relevant links and materials to be used in the classroom.


4- Educators Network

This is a connected group of committed educators sharing lesson plans, educational resources and many more.


5- Facebook in Education Group

This is a Facebook page for information about how educators can best use Facebook.


6- Scholastic Teachers

This is the official Facebook group of the popular Scholastic.com website. It features great resources for teachers and students.


7- K12 INC

This is another useful group for educators . You can use it to keep track of resources pertaining to k12 education.


8- The Cornet Stone for Educators

I love this Facebook page and I am one of its fans too. It provides awesome teaching resources and ideas for teachers to implement in their classrooms.


9- Simple K12

This is the Facebook page of the popular website Simple K12. It provides materials to help teachers build the 21st century learning experience.


10- TED

This is the official page of TED on Facebook. Join it to keep posted about the new releases of TED.


11- Edutopia

If you want some inspiring ideas and creative cues for your education then have a look at this page .

12- The Next Web

This Facebook page is about educational technology news and information.


13-  ISTE

This groups motto is advancing excellence in learning and teaching through innovative and effective uses of technology


14- Teaching Resources

I don't think you want to miss this treasure trove of educational resources to use in your classroom

Internet Slang

I'm still trying to keep up with my college-aged son's texting acronyms.
Here's a database to help the geriatric crowd...
http://www.internetslang.com/

Want Infographics? Try Piktochart! http://piktochart.com/

http://piktochart.com/
A great, simple site to make infographics--Piktochart! ...although it requires a small fee- it is worth it if you're in need of a simple platform to create infographics.

How to create an Infographic in 5 minutes

How to create an Infographic in 5 minutes> How to create an Infographic in 5 minutes

This page teaches you how to create a Piktochart infographic in 5 minutes (6 steps).

Step 1: Login and select a theme

We will be coming up with a “theme assistant” to help you select a theme, do not worry!

Step 2: Customize the colors and fonts to suit your style and preference.

Click on Step 2 –> Colors and that’s about it

Step 3: Edit your canvas.

Double clicking and editing the text.

Step 4: Drag and drop.

Reposition some blocks of texts or images if you do not need them.

Step 5: Upload data visualization.

You can either click on the data visualization tab under 3–> tools –> Data visualization (Charts icon) and manually key in some data or upload a CSV file (export from Excel).

Step 6: Save and export.

You can export it as Image. To get the highest resolution, zoom into the canvas all the way and then click on “Download as” image.

That’s it!

Additional resources: Watch a demo video below if you are not a screenshots person. Or check out our FAQ-under-development

Evernote 2012 - version 5

Evernote 5 BETA is great if you haven't used Evernote and have no notebooks set up,

create a new notebook or note
notes on lesliefisher.com

Evernote Skitch- click snap to take a picture then draw on top or type text on top, or take a screen shot of any other app or site. Skitch asks you to log in with your Evernote information.
Go to Evernote site and click drop down for PRODUCTS. - you'll see all the available Evernote items !
Penultimate- app .99-  Person who needs to draw- use a stylus, possibly Bamboo
Choose graph, lined, paper styles, etc.
Save to Evernote when finished

iPevo document camera can now take a picture and send to Evernote! 69.00

Evernote Hello-

Evernote Food- photos of food are geotagged

Evernote Trunk- www.trunk.evernote.com- lists tons of apps that work with Evernote.


Open Evernote and get started!

When you first open Evernote- it asks you to select local or synchronized- go with synchronized.
record your note as it is happening
take snapshot of anything with circle icon
attach a file- drag and drop right in
ipad user using evernote- all will be updated when evernote 5 comes out
organize by TAGGING - notebook sharing- enter an email address of person
premium account is 5.00 a month but there are ways to get it cheaper
kids w email addresses can get free evernote account
text recognition even works on PHOTOS!
Goegraphical Tags also
schools.evernote.com- for schools
Every evernote account comes with an email address in settings-- in title of emial you can @ or # any item, for example:
@ideas would put item into your ideas folder
#awesome would tag item as awesome
Information stays in one location
Evernote Web Clipper- Web Browser add-on
When you find a web page you like, click the web clipper icon

evernote clearly- rips outonly the facts and gives me just e article- highlight what you need





You will then see options to add the page to Evernote along with notebook choice and tags

I'm Puzzled--Up in Pieces App / Jigsaw Planet

Any image in your device can be transformed into a jigsaw puzzle using the Up in Pieces App.

Online- use http://www.jigsawplanet.com/

Handheld and Project Focused Learning: Tony Vincent 2012

Great video- how to convince adults that our classrooms need to change- by students- link on notes page http://learninginhand.com/pbl12--Click Here:

Handheld computers are everywhere. From mobile phones to handheld games, it's a very familiar sight to see people of all ages gazing into screens that they can hold. Schools are discovering that handhelds make great learning tools. In fact, handhelds can play a big part in project-based learning. Not only do projects motivate students because they use exciting handheld technology, but they also lend themselves to student voice and choice. Be inspired to bring project-based learning into your classroom, learn strategies for creating effective driving questions, and see how an iPad or iPod touch can play a role in the the planning, investigation, and presentation of projects.  Process for learning through projects: Question Investigate Share  "If students are sharing their work with the world, they want it to be good.  If they're sharingit with their teacher- they just want it to be good enough."   The Three Cs from the Partnership for 21st Century Skills: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Communication Collaboration  Radio WillowWeb podcast for kids, by kids Make any image into an online jigsaw puzzle at Jigsaw Planet. Try this jigsaw of the definition of project-based learning. iPad users can use the Up in Pieces app to make jigsaws from any saved images. Projects take an extended period of time to complete. Activities can be completed in a a matter of a few class periods. Angela Maiers’ mantra: “You are a genius and the world needs your contribution.” Do you want to cover material for students or do you want them to uncover it for themselves?  “The greatest obstacle to learning is coverage.” -Howard Garner Project-Based versus Project-Oriented Learning video by art teacher Jeff Robin. Create a grading rubric with student input. Rubistar is a great place to design rubrics. Project Based Checklists is another place to help keep students on track with their projects.

All GaEtc Presenters notes and resources 2012

http://www.gaetc.org/domain/70http://www.gaetc.org/domain/70

Looking for resources from a session you attended? Click the presenter's name below! 

 

 

Adams, Matt	Cooper, Letia	Jimenez, Vivianne	Morris, Betty	Sorrow, Brian
Allen, Luke	Crawford, Dawn	Johnson, Clint	Morrison, Jeff	Souvorin, Pasha
Allen, Robert	Creah, Kim	Johnson, Edward	Midkiff, Harrison	St. Amand, Nicole
Bailey, Tammy	Daughhetee, Brian	Johnson, Vyce	Neff, Andrea	Starke, Mary
Bartlett, Joseph	Davies, Kathy	Keith, Justin	Newman, Matt	Starnes, David
Beezley, Heidi	Davis, Michelle	Kerst, Brad	Nixon, Craig	Steel, Rachel
Bennett, Hubert	Davis, Monika	Key, Jody	Ormiston, Meg	Stephens, Angelann T.
Bennett, Sean	Dedic, Ed	Kitterman, Bill	Palmer, Troy	Stewart, Kelly
Berman, Barry	DeWolf, Chad	Knight, Michael	Palmore, Nikki	Sullivan, Chris
Berry, Jim	Drake, Kristen	Laundrie, Robert	Payne, Melanie	Sway, Julie
Bilyeu, Anna	Drake, Sandee	Lane, Kevin	Pearson	Swiggum, Bob
Blackman, Rachel	Fawaz, Jacqueline	Lariscy, Jeff	Peek, Nisa	Synan, Sharon
Blair, Nancy	Felker, Darryl	Larson, Kelly	Pence, Jeff	Teague, Courtney
Blunt, Cutia	Fisher, Leslie	Lee, Amanda	Perdue, Andrea	Temske, Heather
Bowdoin, Ge-Anne	Fisher, Susan	Lindsey, Robert	Perrin, Courtney	Terantino, Joe
Boyle, Andy	Flippen, Catherine	Lockhart, David	Perrin, Karrie	Thompson, Chris
Brandon, Susan	Foerster, Angie	Lokey-Vega, Anissa	Perry, Michael	Thompson, Steve
Brasher, Linda	Fort, Derek	Lopez, Deana	Phillips, Todd	Trogden, Bridget
Brock, Vicki	Frazier, Tricia	MacKinen, Keith	Phyall, Adam	Tupa, John
Brooks, Stephanie	Frey, Joel	Markley, Tiffany	Politis, Kathy	Usher, Cheryl
Brown, Al	Frillman, Adam	Martin, Lolly	Porter, Bernajean	Vincent, Tony
Brown, Bruce	Frilot, Holly	Mashburn, Steve	Powell, Tamara	Walker, David
Brown, Daniel	Fuller, Chester	Matthews, Mark	PowerSchool Partners	Walker, Laura
Bryan, Valerie	Fuller, Julia	Mattocks, Cathy	Ragsdale, Chris	Weaver, Patrice
Bunch, Jerry	Fuller, Ryan	Mattos, Dana	Ramon, Mindy	Webb, Toni
Burgamy, Calvin	Furber, Brad	McBride, Kristina	Reeves, Laura	Welch, Mary
Burkhalter, Lisa	Gagnon, Daniel	McCowan, Brandon	Rooney, Steve	Wells, Christopher
Burton, Elizabeth	Giddens, Jeff	McCoy, Derek	Rosette, Douglas	White, Connie
Call, John	Gilchrist, Tekmekia	McCullers, Tony	Roth, Jeffrey	White, Jeff
Canfield, Joyce	Goetzel, Warren	McDonald, John	Schmuhl, Aaryn	White, Richard
Caraccio, Beth	Green, Sherie	McDurmon, Angela	Scobie, Dana	Wiggins, LaRita
Cardenal, Juan	Hall, Mike	McFall, Sean	Scott, Jaclyn	Williams, Brent
Carlson, Jeff	Ham, Craig	McGough, Courtney	Scott, Tom	Williamson, Jo
Casap, Jaime	Hanks, Tonya	McKee, Sarah	Senne, Lee Ann	Willis, John
Castile, Justin	Hardison, John	McKee, Sarah	Shattuck, Gary	Willis, Merry
Castle, James	Helmly, Peggy	McLeod, Scott	Shawler, Timmi	Willis, Priscilla
Cearley, Curt	Hendrix, Gail	McManigal, Chris	Sheninger, Eric	Dynes, Laura
Chaffin, Geoff	Hennessy, Amy	McMillion, Cindy	Shockley, Angela	Wofford, Robin
Childress, Debbie		McPherson, Chance	Shoemaker, Cassie	Wolmer, Allen
Chiszar, David	Hiett, Christy	Metcalf, Wendy	Sigmon, Karen	Wright, Jim
Clark, Tim	Hill, Tamara	Michaud, Christopher	Sineath, Sophia	Wright, Johnnie
Claxton, Trish	Hitchens, Curt	Miles, Gregg	Smith, Charmaine	Yeager, Shannon
Clayton, Christina	Hobson, Jill	Millians, David	Smith, Debbie	Zamudio, Alex
Cline, Kenneth	Holloway, Jennifer	Mimbs, Samantha	Smith, Jerol
Coffman, Wendy	Honeycutt, Kevin	Minton, Karen	Smith, Missy
Cole, Robin	Hutchinson, Julia	Montini, Catherine	Smith, Susie
Collins, Lisa	Inman, Amanda	Moore, Larry	Snead, Lauren
Contreras, Flora	Jackson, Charlie	Moore-McLeod, Carol	Snipes, Phyllis
	McCoy, Lynne	Moose, Kylee