AirDrop for the BYOD classroom
Apple AirDrop makes transferring files from one device to another a breeze. Have a photo on your iPhone you need on your Mac? No problem, just AirDrop it! This is …
Chrome Can: Integration with Android Phones
One of the things that makes using all Apple products appealing is that they work together. For example, you can unlock your computer with your iPhone. You can text from …
Smart Speakers: Why Every Classroom Should Have One.
Smart speakers are all the rage now! With three technology giants offering their own rendition, Google Home, Amazon Echo, and Apple HomePod anyone on almost any ecosystem can have one …
What To Do With Too Many Tabs!
In my line of work I see many teachers computers. Teachers are a busy bunch and one way technology can help them is to clear up the clutter they have …
Chrome Can: Interactive, Non-linear Stories
One way to help make learning to write and building a students competency in writing for a variety of audiences and styles is to give students a chance to practice …
Why Innovate in the Classroom?
I have been thinking recently about great teachers that are having students do amazing things in their classrooms. These innovative educators take on new challenges and push their students to …
Chrome Can: QR Codes
QR Codes which is short for Quick Response Codes were first invented and used in the automotive manufacturing industry to help keep track of parts and shipment. However, now they …
Chrome Can: Building Virtual Worlds
I have already discussed how Chromebooks are useful tools for STEM projects, editing photos and creating great designs but what about Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR)? While this …
Chrome Can: Chrome for the Holidays!
This post, while not really in line with my other posts, where you can learn about how Chromebooks are great tools for creation, collaboration, communication and critical thinking, will introduce …
Chrome Can: Coding on a Chromebook!
Many people think it is not possible to code on a Chromebook. This post sets out to prove this thought wrong. Because there are various levels of coding. I will …