Category: Education

Using the Scratch Backpack in the Classroom

Take your Scratch builds to the next level with the Backpack feature Often, we want our students to code in Scratch, but we don’t want to have to waste valuable learning time finding or recreating all the elements they need to be able to make a game or activity. This is where the backpack comes

Introducing Chromebook Screencast

Introducing Chromebook Screencast

Screen recording is now a native tool inside the Chromebook  Screen recording is one of those tools that can be used by teachers and students in a variety of ways to help impact teaching and learning. Chromebooks now have a screen recording tool that is a part of the Chromebook’s built-in tools. Read on to

Embrace the Flexibility of Microsoft Sway

Want a webpage, a newsletter and a presentation all in one? Let me introduce you to Microsoft Sway.  Microsoft Sway is, in my opinion, one of the most under-utilised apps in the M354 suite. Allow me to showcase how this fantastic tool can be used to create and share content online. What is Sway?  Now,

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Designing Effective Digital Learning

Ideas to keep in mind when thinking about digital learning  Every school has ambitious goals of creating effective, inclusive and welcoming spaces for their learners. We put thought into the design and layout of spaces, the furniture, the finishings and the learning content. But we must not forget that there needs to be intentionality given

AI Will Replace Teachers

AI Will Replace Teachers

Now that I’ve got your attention, let’s dive deeper into this idea and uncover the nuanced reality that lies beneath. We are at a point in time where technological advancements are reshaping various industries, it’s no surprise that the field of education is also undergoing a significant shake up. The notion that “AI will replace

Creative Collaboration using Templates in Whiteboard

Level up collaboration using templates in Microsoft Whiteboard  Looking to enhance collaboration across your team? Microsoft Whiteboard can streamline your workflow and encourage greater creativity.  What is Whiteboard?  In this blog, I want to chat about a nifty little tool that can seriously up your collaboration game: Microsoft Whiteboard. If you haven’t heard of it,

Practice Set Updates You Need To Know About

Practice Sets just got some upgrades you’ll want to check out!  If you have not already been using Practice sets in Google Classroom, I highly encourage you to check them out! Practice Sets are a tool that you can use to transform any content you have been teaching into an interactive assignment. It saves you

Introducing Google Classroom Class Visit

Visit another person’s Google Classroom or give visiting rights to a reliever for a few hours.   Class Visit in Google Classroom is a new feature that allows you to have temporary access to another person’s Google Classroom in your school   Why would I want to visit another person’s Google Classroom?  There are several reasons that

Harnessing the Power of Gamification for Classroom Learning

As we navigate the digital era, one common challenge that educators often face is keeping students engaged in the classroom. Gamification, or the process of applying game principles in learning, offers a promising solution to this issue. This blog post aims to tackle four major problems teachers encounter in a traditional classroom setting, and how

Checking in on your Google Admin Console

Time for a mid-year Admin console check up!  With the 2nd half of the school year underway, what better time than now to have a look over your Google Admin console to check that your school is good to go for the rest of the year. Below are some things to have a look at. 

Integrating Technology in Lesson Planning

Integrating Technology in Lesson Planning: A Comprehensive Guide  Education is constantly evolving, and one of the most significant drivers of this change is technology. When effectively incorporated into lesson planning, technology can enhance learning experiences, offering a dynamic, interactive, and engaging approach. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to successfully integrate technology into your lesson

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