I just received this chart on the difference between projects and project based learning and I am sharing it with you below. I have already posted here in Educational Technology and Mobile learning a similar chart on this topic but the one below looks neatier and more pertinent so I am thinking you will find it more print-friendly.
Please for those of you who were having problems printing Bloom's Modern Technology Wheel, I have fixed the link and you can now print the entire wheel in a coloured format if you wish.
If you want to learn more on project based learning or are looking for resources on this topic please check out Project-based Learning Page .
source: teachbytes
New Handy Chart on The Difference Between Projects and Project-based Learning
A Great Wheel of All The Learning Theories Teachers Need to Know about
I really feel like there are no words that can ever give credit to the phenomenal work put into creating the wheel below. It just amazed me how much time invested in it.
Teaching is a hands-on activity ( unless you are a lecture-based type of teacher ) that is deeply grounded in learning theories. Being able to recognize and differentiate between the different learning theories together with the ability to understand the reasons why you opt for a certain theory to inform your teaching and not the other are key to sound and successful teaching career.
The interactive graphic below will definitely help you clear out the cloud over any confusion resulting from misunderstanding a learning theory, it will also set out clear boundaries and demarcate territories for learning theory. Besides summarizing all the important learning theories together with their learning paradigms , this graphic is also hyperlinked and embeds links to several other equally important resources.
Here is a screenshot of the learning theory wheel . Click HERE to see the original full size
10 Google Plus Communities Every Teacher should Know about
Google Plus has recently rolled out some very impressive updates to its features starting by improvements of the page lay-out to improvements in Google Plus Communities. Last year, Google integrated Google Plus into its ecosystem. Google calls this access to “your web.” So instead of all the public information that is already available to everyone searching via Google, so you can see information that you posted into Google’s new social network and on some of Google’s other services like Picasa Web.
However, what I want to focus on today is a very interesting service offered by Google Plus called " communities". I see this feature as a great way for teachers to expand their personal/professional networks through connecting and sharing resources with a wide audience of like-minded educators and teachers from all around the world.
Teachers can also use Google Plus communities to create classroom communities where students get to learn collaboratively, check out this " 11 Steps to Create A Google Plus Community for Your Class " to learn how you can create one for your class.
If you want to use Google Plus communities to extend your PLN and grow professionally, here are some great communities I recommend for you to follow. Check them out below and share with us what you think of them. Enjoy
1- Educational Technology and Mobile Learning
This is the community I created for this blog. By joining you will be able to stay updated about what I post here everyday and also engage in relevant tech ed discussions. See you there.
2- Google Apps for Education
This is a community of people interested in Google Apps for education. Connection, Discussion, Sharing, Discovery ... with Google Apps for Education.
3- Educational Technology
A community of education professionals, technologists, students, and anyone else interested in sharing discussion of all things tech in education.
4- School Technology Leadership
This is an open space for anyone who's interested in effective technology leadership in P-12 schools. Please share widely and contribute as desired!
5- Educational Leadership
A community focused on educational leadership. Principals, superintendents, central office administrators, professors, policymakers, etc.
6- Connected Learning
this Community will be a welcoming space where learners of all ages, and from all walks of life, can come together to share their connected learning experiences, challenges, and thoughts.
7- iPad Ed
This is a community for educators utilizing or planning to utilize iPads and other mobile devices to engage students and optimize learning.
8- STEM Educators
This is a community where STEM educators can meet to share ideas and experiences. Everyone is welcome here, however, because everyone is involved in the education process. If you have a passion for science, technology, engineering, or mathematics education, you're in the right place.
9- Google Docs and Drive
Welcome to the Google Docs and Drive community, where we discuss new features of Google Drive, discuss about wanted features or concepts, and solve problems for individuals!
10- Technology and Innovation in Education
A community for the intersection of research and practice relating to innovation in teaching and learning.
What You Need to Know about Data Footprints
One of the tasks I have in my to-do list for this month is to write a post on the difference between the digital behaviour of Generation Y and that of Baby Boomers. However today as I was sifting through my Feedly feeds I came across this interesting infographic entitled " Data Footprint by Generations ". Going through its content I found that it, partly, clicks in with the post I am working on.
The graphic provides data about technology usage by the different generations. It particulalry tracks the digital footprint of these 3 generations in terms of their video viewing habits, Internet usage , and connected devices. I think it would have been way better if the designers of this infographic provided some more clarifications on the definitional elements of these 3 generations and not just limit the data on them to age-range.
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Source : Wikibon
10 Great Tools to Integrate with your Google Docs
Since Google officially changed Google Docs name to Google Drive and a number of updates have been introduced to improve its overall performance. One very recent update is an increase of cloud storage capacity to 15GB usable across Gmail, Drive, and Google Plus. It is quite obvious that Google is trying to outsmart its immediate competitor Dropbox and I think Google is successful in its strategy so far.
To make Google Drive stand out from the crowd, Google opened it to apps developers and allowed users to select from a wide variety of web apps to integrate into their Google Drive accounts. With the integration of these apps, users can now handle their files and documents ways not affordable by any other cloud storage tool out there.
I have curated for you some interesting apps that are integrated into Google Drive and which you can install right from your Google Drive interface.
This is how o install any of the apps below into your Google drive :
Head over to your Google Drive, click on create, then click on " connect more apps", then type in its name in the search pane and click on " connect "
Here is a list of some great apps to use with your Google Drive :
1- WeVideo
Collect RSVPs, run a survey, or quickly create a team roster with a simple online form. Then check out the results, neatly organized in a spreadsheet. Get answers to your questions Create simple or in-depth online surveys. Share them from a link, embed them on your website, or even right inside an email.
2- PicMonkey
When you install the app, the PicMonkey icon appears in Chrome's app launcher on the New Tab page, along with your other Chrome apps. So you can fire up the Monkey from here, instead of pinned tabs or the address bar. Go forth and photogrify!
3- Google Forms app
Collect RSVPs, run a survey, or quickly create a team roster with a simple online form. Then check out the results, neatly organized in a spreadsheet. Get answers to your questions Create simple or in-depth online surveys. Share them from a link, embed them on your website, or even right inside an email.
4- Lucid Chart
Lucidchart is an HTML5-based visual collaboration tool that makes drawing diagrams fast and easy. Work together with an unlimited number of others to create and edit diagrams in real time, with changes merged and synced instantaneously -- great for team collaboration and working with .
5- PDF Mergy
This WebApp provides a simple way to merge PDF files. You can either select the files you want to merge from you computer or drop them on the app using drag and drop. After that use drag and drop to bring the files in the desired order. The resulting merged PDF file will contain all Documents in the order as they appear on the screen. When done, press merge to initiate merging.
6- Hellosign
HelloSign takes paper out of the equation. You'll never need to print, sign and scan documents again! Simply open your file, add a signature (or text, date, checkmark, etc.) and let HelloSign do the rest. It’s legally binding and takes less than a minute.
7- Docusign
Now, with just a few clicks, you can send any document for signature right from Google Drive. Your customers need only a browser or mobile device to review and sign, and once completed, your signed agreement is stored back into Google Drive. No printing, faxing, scanning, and overnighting required!
8- Heap Note Teacher
HeapNote Teacher lets you easily organize your everyday work. You can manage your schedule, keep track of your students' grades, organize research and assignments.
9- HelloFax
By downloading the HelloFax App, you can have the functionality of HelloFax with any file in your Google Drive folder. Fax or sign any document in your Google Drive by selecting the “Open with HelloFax” in the right-click menu.
10- RealtimeBoard Whiteboard
The app provides you with an endless whiteboard where you collaborate in real time visually and freely, with no limitations. Add images and documents from your device, the web or Google Drive. With markup tools and mini-chats work on your projects and discuss in real time. Access the app wherever you are. That’s extremely helpful for business as well as everyday life.
8 Must Have Tools for Dropbox Users
Now that I have covered most of the important features that teachers need to know about Google Drive through my Google Drive Guides, I am shifting the focus to Dropbox. As you know, there are several ways and third party tools to use with dropbox to amp up your Droboxing experience.
Here are some of the important tools you need to have to tap into the potential of Dropbox :
1- Dropitto Me
This a great web tool that allows users to securely upload files to Dropbox.Once registered with DropitTome, you 'll be given a password protected link you or others can use to upload files to your Dropbox account. This service is free.
2- DropLink
This is another awesome app that I use on my MAC Book Pro. It is a simple software that allows you to sync any file or folder on your Mac with Dropbox.
3- Backup Box
Feel like moving from Dropbox to Box? Or from Google Drive to SkyDrive? Use Backup Box to make the process a snap!
4- Wappwolf
Wappwolf is focused on deconstructing the barriers of the Cloud. By connecting your Evernote, Facebook, Flickr, and other web services / apps to Dropbox. Drag & drop files into a predefined folder on Dropbox and automatically convert and sync to your favorite places.
5- Jotform
This is a form builder that allows you to upload your forms and send them straight to your Dropbox account.
6- URL Droplet
URL Droplet allows you to upload links straight to your Dropbox folders. All you need to do is take a link (this especially works well if the link leads to a PDF or similar document) and paste it into the URL Droplet form.
7- SendtoDropbox
When you don't have access to Dropbox, it comes in handy to have an alternate way to upload files. If you create an account at SendToDropbox.com, you can send files to a custom email address as attachments. The files will automatically appear in your Attachments folder in Dropbox.
8- Host Webpages
Want a website, but don't want to pay for a domain? Want an online portfolio, but don't know HTML? Dropbox can help. By using services like DropPages or Pancake.io, you can create a small and simple website with minimal effort. With Pancake.io, all you need to do is save plain text files in Dropbox, and you can edit them at any time the same way. DropPages is a little bit more complex, letting you add themes and custom URLs. Both services allow you to use Markdown or HTML.
8 Awesome Educational Infographics for Teachers
What I have for you today is a collection of interesting graphics I have recently bookmarked. The visual attractiveness of infographics make them ideal learning and teaching tools to use in the classroom. Educational Technology and Mobile Learning has a separate section devoted entirely to educational infographics which you can access to choose from the wide variety of titles I have there.
Today I am adding more resources to this page. The infographics listed below are created by anethicalisland. Before you send me an email asking for how to print these graphics, please check the post I have shared a few days ago entitled " 2 Ways to Print out Posters and infographics ".
Without any further ado, I will let you go through this selection and as always share with us your feedback. Enjoy.
Click on any title to see the original graphic.
1- 27 ways to increase participation
2- 27 Things to do with students who are not paying attention
3- Inspire creativity
4- Did they learn anything ?
5- Presenting stimulating materials
6- How to check students prior knowledge
7- Feedback Please
8- Guiding and facilitating learning
8 Useful Apps for Working on Video Projects on iPad
One way to enhance students learning and get them engaged is through assigning them work that involves multimedia, video projects fit in perfectly for this purpose. There are several advantages for making video projects part of your teaching. When working on a video project , students get to collaborate, pool sources, conduct searches, do some writing, experiment with presenting and finally sharing.
Sharing the final product with a bigger audience than their immediate peers in the classroom is one of the best thing students love about creating video projects. In video projects, almost all of the areas of literacy are at work and now with mobile technology, students can work on these video projects anywhere with or without internet connection.
Next time you want to assign a video project for your students, make sure you recommend one of the following apps to them. Enjoy
1- iMovie
Make beautiful HD movies anywhere with iMovie, the fast and fun moviemaking app that puts everything you need to tell your story at your fingertips. Browse and play projects in the Marquee view. Create Hollywood-style trailers or sophisticated home movies in minutes.* And share your finished projects with the world – right from iMovie.
2- Videolicious
Over 1,000,000 downloads! Videolicious 2 is completely rebuilt to make video creation even easier and faster! Instantly combine your videos, photos, music and stories into a stunning movie masterpiece. Just talk and tap to create the perfect video. Super fast and easy movie making -- now with incredible cinematic filters!
3- Splice Vide Editor
Splice together HD photos and videos in an amazingly simple way. Add music tracks from your iPod library, sound effects, transitions, borders, effects (like Ken Burns, slow motion and fast forward), trim video and audio, narrate with your own voice, and much more.
4- ReelDirector
If you really dig video editing and want to take full control, you should get ReelDirector:
- High quality HD output, only re-compress when necessary, quality loss due to editing is minimal.
- Highly customizable text treatment - where you want it, how you want it.
- Unique transitions: out of focus fade, white out - 28 in total.
- Use your own intro and splash videos that were not recorded with iPhone.
- Real multitasking, renders in the background and no need to restart the whole export if interrupted.
5- Animoto Video Maker
Turn your photos into stunning, professional-quality videos, complete with music and text, with Animoto’s free app!
6- Vidify
Vidify is the easiest way to make fully edited music videos on the iPhone. Simply pick some video clips from your camera roll, select a soundtrack from our music library or your ipod and in seconds Vidify automatically edits a movie for you set to the soundtrack you chose.7- Fotobabbe
Fotobabble lets you capture moments in real-time and share with your audience (friends, family, fans and customers) via email, Facebook or Twitter. Sharing Talking Photos is faster than video, easier than typing, and more engaging and personalized than sending a picture alone.
8- Doodlecast
Doodlecast is a unique drawing app that records your voice as you draw. Play back your drawing and export it to share with friends and family. Visit the Doodlecast for Kids support page to see the app in action.
6 iPad Apps for Documentaries
Since the time I published " The Best Free Documentary Websites " Two years ago I got several recommendations from teachers asking to add some new titles to the list. I have been bookmarking several of these tools and I am planning to share them in an extensive list in the coming weeks.
For today's post, I am sharing with you some great iPad apps that will enable you to watch documentaries on the go. I have only featured the most popular ones in this field. If you know about other apps that you think are worth adding to the list, please share with us in the comment form below. Enjoy
1- World Documentary
World Documentary - collection of famous, awakening & mind-boggling documentaries from all over the globe. Categorized in clear n simple manner for an easy use. Get enlightened with past and have thrilling vision about future with this vast collection documentaries.
2- Snag Films
Enjoy more than 300 indie films. You can even snag on your big screen via AirPlay and Apple TV. And keep coming back, we're adding new films all the time!3- Hulu
Download the app to enjoy unlimited instant streaming of current hit TV shows. Requires a Hulu Plus paid subscription.
- Watch the full current season of popular shows including Modern Family, The Office, Family Guy and many others
- Enjoy classic series including Lost and Battlestar Gallactica
- Resume watching from where you left off on your TV or other supported device
- Watch over WiFi, 3G and 4G
- Available with limited advertising
4- Smart Documentary Movies
or these people we have created a collection of the most inspiring, beautiful and fascinating video documentaries.
It is your go-to resource for getting inspiration, finding information on a subject and watching a beautiful movie.
5- Netflix
Netflix is the world’s leading subscription service for watching TV episodes and movies on your phone. This Netflix mobile application delivers the best experience anywhere, anytime.
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