Open Educational Resources, or OER, are defined as materials offered freely and openly for educators, students, and self-learners to use and reuse for teaching, learning, and research. OER includes content, software tools, and implementation resources. The worldwide OER movement is based on the fundamental human right to pursue a high-quality…
Change is hard. We create routines and habits that naturally resist change. We shop at the same grocery store, buy the same brand of clothes, and eat the same meals. We can be especially hesitant to make changes in our instructional routines. As we gaze over the ever-evolving educational landscape,…
How do you prepare students for success? Many factors exist within the academic ecosystem that influence how our students learn and grow. One of them is making sure they have access to the right course materials at the right time, and delivered through the right platforms. School leaders recognize this…
Twitter remains one of the most powerful resources available for teachers. Where else can you quickly connect with like-minded educators willing to share, connect, and grow on a global scale - all from the comfort of your living room? Whether it’s a great lesson plan idea or the thrill of…
As we come to the end of another school year, assessments are often the first thing that come to an educator’s mind. We are familiar with the concept of our students testing for hours at a time for multiple days, but what if there was a more engaging way to…
I’ve seen a collective number of teachers post on social media asking how to manage students being on their cell phones during class. This question is usually followed by a rant on how annoying it is, how it takes away from their learning or how they can’t get students to…
Facebook Live; a fresh video, it’s out there, you can't spend hours editing… it's raw and uncut, but it's a GREAT resource! You don’t believe me, do you? Allow me to explain why you need to start using Facebook Live in your classroom. One of the best reasons to start…
Think there's no need for hashtags, filters, or “selfies” in your classroom? Well, think again! Instagram is one of the most popular social media channels being used by this generation of visual learners and communicators. Social media is a part of their everyday routine, so why not make it a part…