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Data Analysis Made Easy Our data analysis tools make it simple for you to visualize your observations. Our customized queries allow you to specify the data that you want to see. Classroom Mosaic is web-based app that provides an easy, efficient, and secure way to perform teacher observations. Observation templates can be created to suit any schools needs. We provide instant feedback to the teacher, and custom in depth observation analysis.TSDCurriculum-Instruction - TSD Tech Bootcamp Home
Classrooms 8/9 Greetings and welcome to our second annual TSD Leadership Tech Bootcamp for TLT members! I'm looking forward to working and learning with you on June 3, 2011 in Classrooms 8/9 . If you plan to BYOL, there are a few things that you can do to make the day go more smoothly.
(Cross-posted at TechLearning ) Many years ago I helped operate a soup kitchen on San Jose’s (CA) Skid Row. We were well-meaning, but not the most responsible neighbors. On day I was sweeping around the passed-out men and women on our front porch when a police car drove-up. An officer got out and started yelling me, saying that we couldn’t control thing and they received many complaints about us.
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IPad Tips & Tutorials | iPad Academy - Part 4
You can press the Sleep / Wake button to quickly put your iPad in Stand By mode. If you have a music app running, your display will go dark but the music will keep playing. You can still adjust the volume using the volume rocker switch. To wake the iPad, press Sleep / Wake again [...] Continue reading...
Apps for Professional Development | EdReach
Twitter App (free) Twitter is one of the most active and beneficial social networks on the web. All educators would be wise to join the conversation. If you haven’t used Twitter yet, I would recommend that you read these excellent blog posts: http://primarytech.global2.vic.edu.au/2011/04/04/top-10-twitter-tips/ A fun “walkie-talkie” app for quick voice communication.iPad Resources For School Administrators
iPad Resources for Administrators
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Offline learning is the latest tool for the unorthodox education organization. Here's how that and other new features will power Khan Academy's new app. Khan Academy, the wildly popular YouTube lecture series, has launched its free, new iPad app in Apple's store.
School Leaders on iPads & Tablets | Scoop.it
With all the growing interest in tablet-based computing in schools, I thought it would be timely to share once again “My 5 Favorite Tablet PC Tips for Educators”. These are simple ways you can use a digital pen to support your teaching – especially in math and science, where diagrammatic discussions are key. I also include a tip at the end for using your existing laptop to take advantage of the power of digital ink…
My 5 Favorite Tablet PC Tips for Educators | Digital Learning Environments
iPad Exploration Edit 0 0 49 … Teachers will work individually, in small groups and as a whole group to explore the iPads interface, apps, books, pdfs, and audio/video content. Tasks: If you are brand new to the iPad and haven't used an iPhone or iPod touch, you might want to watch this video covering iPad Multitouch Basics .
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Apps Taskonomy Edit 1 0 41 … The iPad (or iPod touch or iPhone) with its apps opens many new opportunities for learning. At the same time, it offers a slightly different wrapper for older learning opportunities. Both can be worthwhile, but it would be a shame if teachers missed the former for the latter.