So this week's post includes things I've learned on Twitter in the last few weeks. I love that Twitter allows me to get professional development in small bites when my schedule allows because I can try a single new tool or have time to ponder a single thought before rushing on to something else.
Sir Links-A-Lot
This Chrome extension allows you to modify the URL (document address) of a Google app to meet your needs.
The YouTube video below not only walks you through using the extension, but also provides tips for choosing one option over another.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JI_vDFG-X10
Technology and Lesson Design
You know that story of the philosophy professor who puts an empty jar on his table, fills it with rocks, and asks the class if the jar is full, and then he proceeds to add small pebbles and sand? As we move forward blending learning in our classrooms, we have to remember that instructional design is a "big rock."
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| https://twitter.com/e_sheninger/status/1060661491442089984?s=11 |
Math Teachers: This is for you.
Youcubed is a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) designed to "give teachers, parents and students the resources and ideas they need to inspire and excite students about mathematics." The site includes resources for teachers and students. Click the Vimeo link below to see a three-minute video that shows learning in action.
