Ed Tech Basics

This is a PD course I created for the K-5 teachers in my school. The purpose is to give teachers the skills to implement blended learning into their classrooms and better meet the needs of their students.

Ed Tech Basics for Elementary

This Wakelet is a collection of resources that supports my PD course. The ability to edit and change as our needs change makes Wakelet a great option for a resource hub.

My Top 10 Tech Tools

This slideshow was one of my first assignments. With each tool is a description of how I use it with students, parents, colleagues, or in my own life. 

Hypermedia: An Overview

This Canva presentation would make a great introduction to a PD session. It helps the viewer understand there is more to hypermedia than simply adding a link to a document.

Augmented Reality: The Basics

This flip book was made using a Canva integration with Heyzine. It is a fun tool with the ability to embed video and a satisfying page turning sound. The book features several engaging AR tools.

Photo and Video Editing

Featuring Pixlr and edPuzzle, this presentation explains each tool and gives an example of how it works. These tools allow teachers and students to personalize their content in a meaningful way.

Let's Go Google

This presentation is my “commercial” for going Google. It also organizes Google applications and integrations. There are other useful embedded links too.

Google Tools Exploration

A hyperlinked Google doc explores 4 tools; Gmail, Calendar, Sites, and Drive. Find many new features and reasons to use these tools.

Google vs Apple Calendar

This video compares two popular calendar apps. There are pros and cons to each as well as features they share.

What is Cyberbullying?

This Canva presentation is meant for my students. It includes what cyberbullying is, our school policies, and what to do if you or someone you know is cyberbullied.

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A Quick Look At Cyberbullying

This Canva presentation was made for the staff in our building. It reviews the definition of cyberbullying, district policy, and resources. Use the white button above to access.

Online Safety is as Easy as 1,2,3

This is a canva infographic that could be posted in a school office or work room to keep faculty informed on laws and policies. Use the white button above to access.

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Holidays Around the World

This is a Holidays Around the World unit designed for my students. It uses the UbD format and includes the links and resources for teachers and students.

You Are a Scientist

This mini unit introduces students to Google Drawings and Flip while learning about the Engineering Design Process. The plan includes all the needed resources for students and teachers and connections to NGSS and ISTE.

Critical Thinking

This video presentation created on Canva teaches students about critical thinking. It includes what critical thinking is, and why it is important. Examples include content areas, interacting with people, and online interactions.

Government Control of Public Education

Understanding the levels of government and their roles in education is important for all educators and stakeholders. This presentation could be used as a refresher for staff in my district, or to inform stakeholders.

Religion and Public School

This presentation is a review of district policy concerning religion and important court cases. It would be helpful to review with staff, stakeholders, or could be used in a high school government class. 

What is Tort Law and Liability?

This presentation was meant to help teachers understand all that tort liability encompasses. It could be used as a presentation, or it is meaty enough for educators to look at on their own time.

Gender Identity, Schools, and Student's Rights

This Prezi covers a sensitive topic that is at the forefront of education. It includes definitions, policies, and court cases that shape this topic. In a small rural school this Prezi provides information that could allow our district to be proactive when questions arise.

Science of Reading Wakelet

This Wakelet is an ongoing collection of resources covering all components of Structured Literacy. It includes tech integration ideas. It was created for an ed tech boot camp session with K-5 teachers in my district.

Building Background Knowledge

This is a research proposal paper. It supports the claim that in order to improve student comprehension and vocabulary acquisition, students must gain background knowledge. One of the strategies teachers can use includes technology integration.