You might want to take a look at Caliphone's newest Titanium headsets - they appeal to me because they look very durabl (plastic is very flexible) - plus - they're the first ones I've seen that are completely washable. I'm…
Our school has 10 sets of Beyond Question Response System. I have used them in my sixth grade classroom for the last two years and love them! They are very reliable and motivational for students in a variety of subject areas. The software allows you…
Does anyone have experience with Beyond Quesion Student Response Systems? I have used CPS and ActiVotes, but I have never heard of this company. Any input would be helpful.http://www.bqlearning.comSee attachments for a grant application that cuts the cost of the units. I'm just wondering if they are reliable, work, and are worth it?ThanksSee More
I teach a stand-alone computer lab in public school, grades K-5. I use web-based software (Learning.com) to preface the basics, then teach integrated lessons on the applications with TEKS curriculum in the content areas. I coordinate with the…
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I teach a stand-alone technology lab, though the skills are integrated into the classroom units of inquiry. I have a six-year plan which gets kids through keyboarding, productivity software, problem-solving on the computer. I also teach…
I have used the Bamboo tablets for 3 years now and love them! It realy helps kids who are struggling with fine motor skills and the kids love them too!
Does anyone have experience using Wacom Bamboo Fun drawing tablets in an elementary school setting? Just wondering about their performance and durability. Also, looking at Toon Boom Flip Boom Classic animation software for upper elementary students. I am trying to setup a technology visual arts program using these interactive pieces of hardware and software. Any tips, tricks, good points, or bad points would be appreciated. Thanks.…See More
Does anyone have any information about transfering and using content made for a traditional iPod onto a new iTouch? The traditional iPod obviously uses the "spin dial" to control the functions, so I'm not sure that flash cards and…
Webquests almost always incorporate MS Office tools. Check out http://webquest.org (click Find Webquests and use the search Matrix to find High School specific webquests by subject area) or google high school webquests.
The nice thing about…
Thanks for these posts. We are looking at piloting iTouch programs in a few elementary and middle school settings and these posts are quite insightful.
What age would you start an iTouch pilot program? I was thinking 3rd or 4th grade. Any thoughts?
Thank you for the great job you did on Saturday. Everyone is talking about your session. Where do I need to start first? I need to know what questions to start asking to get the web sites in order. Thank you for your time.