You gotta just love it when you can cross an item off of the never-ending “bucket list”—right? Well, today marked one of those times for me. Those of you who visit Edutech for Teachers know that I am committed to providing as many “cool tools” as I possibly can to my fans and followers. However, […]

So, what do you get when you combine three very cool visuals? Eleven signs that technology is playing an increasingly important role in education—both in and outside of the classroom. From videos to podcasts to mobile devices, learning has definitely gone digital. Check out the facts and figures highlighted in the infographics below regarding the […]

Live from the Pennsylvania Educational Technology Expo and Conference (PETE&C) in Hershey, PA—the cool tools capital of my world for the next few days. And since there’s nothing quite like being present in the moment, I thought there would be no better time to share a nifty new tool I just discovered while I’m sitting […]

It’s that time again! Yep—get ready to tech it up with the most recent Geeky Girl’s Greatest Hits List containing a variety of surefire cool tools to take learning to a new level in your classroom! Tips for becoming an edtech rock star, digital citizenship resources, infographics, brand-new Diigo bookmarks and integration ideas live within […]

Yeah, I know—I’m posting back-to-back Infographic of the Week posts, but I’ve seen so many of these informative educational visuals in the last few days that I couldn’t resist sharing another one! That said, enjoy this very useful and relevant resource! The recent push to create 21st Century educational experiences for students has resulted in […]

The beginning of a new year typically presents individuals with a designated time and opportunity to reflect upon the events of the past 365 days, to cherish the unforgettable moments, to learn from mistakes or disappointments, and most importantly, to set goals for the next chapter in this adventure we call life. In education, we […]

Tech it up with the most recent Geeky Girl’s Greatest Hits List containing an assortment of cool tools that are sure to make your classroom one app-ening place! Infographics, comic tutorials and tons of brand-new Diigo bookmarks await you within the interactive image shown below! Just hover over the visual to expose November’s favorite edtech […]

OK, your yearly evaluation indicates that you’re a highly qualified, effective teacher, but let’s face it—there’s always room for improvement, right? So, how can you kick things up a notch in your classroom? Ever think of incorporating some social media or music into your lessons? Or how about conducting an experiment? Encouraging out-of-the-box thinking sounds […]

Whether it’s a profile update, tweet, post, file download or YouTube video, our students are confronted every day with making important decisions related to social media and other digital networks. The question is—which choice will they make? A responsible one, or one that could have lasting negative consequences? To ensure your students create a positive […]

Formative assessments—the ongoing checks for understanding that [should] occur during learning in every classroom. Yep, from signaling to sticky notes and everything in between, educators have developed an amazing range of strategies to informally evaluate student progress. If you’re looking for a few new suggestions to add to your teacher toolbox, then be sure to […]