Developing Research Skills
Do you ever give research projects in your class? Do you use Google for research? It is important that we (educators) model good research skills and teach students key research skills, including: creating… Read more »
Guiding Children’s Technology Use
Straight path …. by Sarah Gadd A few weeks ago, the tech team at my school sent out a survey on technology use to to our stakeholders who are parents…. Read more »
Technology Rules
Perhaps you bought a new technology device for your son or daughter this summer. What rules accompanied the new device? It is a good idea to make contracts with your… Read more »
Sexting
When Grade 6 students clicked to their slide on sexting during a recent middle school assembly, ripples of nervous laughter could be heard throughout the cafeteria. It is an uncomfortable… Read more »
Moving Files to a New Computer
Perhaps you got a new computer from a generous spouse or parent for Christmas. Or you may have, like me, purchased a new computer for yourself to replace an old… Read more »
Happy New Year
2012 was a good year. I completed my masters and found a new job in a new country (starting August 2013). Those were the two most momentous events but I… Read more »
My First MOOC
I’ve heard about MOOCs for some time now. In fact, I’ve even signed up for a few before. I’m slightly embarrassed to admit that I’ve never actually participated in one… Read more »
Tech Trends – MOOCs
One of the trends in education these days is MOOCs. It has nothing to do with cows; MOOC stands for massive online open course. The idea behind a MOOC is… Read more »
Online Safety – Passwords
Raise your hand if you have more than one technology device that you use regularly. Keep your hand up if you use the same password for several accounts. Computer safety… Read more »
The Choice to Walk Away
The web is a wonderful place full of discovery and adventure. It can satisfy your curiosity, fuel your imagination, and provide a canvas for your creativity. Avoiding the web is… Read more »