Mobile Devices for Teaching

Games and Apps for Supporting Young Students with Mathematics Difficulties

Games and Apps for Supporting Young Students with Mathematics Difficulties

Aug 10, 2015

With the new Common Core State Standards, many educators have questions about how to provide math activities for students who are performing below grade level while simultaneously addressing the Common Core State Standards. In this webinar from edWeb’s PreK-3 Digital Learning community, presenters shared engaging math games for the iPad and physical math activities that can be used for instruction and student learning in inclusive pre-k, kindergarten, and first grade classrooms. Attendees learned who is at risk for math difficulties, underlying risk factors, how to build a solid foundation for early math using iPad apps, and more.

Flipping Your Classroom Without Internet

Flipping Your Classroom Without Internet

Jan 30, 2014

If you have ever thought about “Flipping” your classroom, you know the first question that comes to mind – “What if students do not have Internet access at home?” In this month’s TechTools for the Classroom webinar on edWeb.net, presenter Shannon Holden shared ways for teachers

The Research Process

The Research Process

Jan 23, 2014

The inquiry based nature of the Common Core Standards require students demonstrate proficiency in research skills. However, students seldom have a clear understanding of how to differentiate fact-finding overviews from targeted and detailed evidence collection.

Teach Math and Literacy Seamlessly

Teach Math and Literacy Seamlessly

Jan 15, 2014

In the second session of PBS LearningMedia’s series on edWeb.net, presenters Carolyn Jacobs and Jane Porath discussed the Middle School Literacy collection of lessons.

Randy Moczygemba on 1-to-1 education

Randy Moczygemba on 1-to-1 education

Jan 9, 2014

In this interview Randy Moczygemba, Superintendent in New Braunffels, TX, gives an overview of his experience with 1-to-1. He was chosen as this months edTech Innovator for his work with his districts 1-to-1 initiative. The interview, conducted by Exectuive Editor of THE Journal Chris Phieler, focuses on the district wide iPad initiative.

Encouraging Students to Study on Their Own Time

Encouraging Students to Study on Their Own Time

Dec 13, 2013

In this month’s TechTools webinar on edWeb.net, presenter Shannon Holden shared numerous techniques teachers are using to help students study at home using digital resources. He also discussed how using flashcard technology such as Quizlet and StudyBlue, allows students to study key concepts in their classes ON their mobile phone, iPod, laptop, or tablet!

Using Digital Portfolios to Help Students Demonstrate Learning

Using Digital Portfolios to Help Students Demonstrate Learning

Dec 5, 2013

In this month’s New Teacher Help webinar on edWeb.net, persenter Shannon Holden talked about the use of digital portfolios by teachers and students to demonstrate learning. He discussed how digital porfolios are becoming more widely used in the classroom, as students are able to take charge of what they learn and how they present their learning to teachers and parents. Join Shannon Holden as he helps teachers utilize this great new way to get students excited about learning.