As a great educator asked me in a conversation we were having the other day, “Where does PLC fit with innovation?” We are saturated in a moment in time in…Read more
2016
Break down your classroom walls: Global Debate
It is here! via GIPHY One of my favorite projects is almost underway. Over 700 students are involved in our Revolution Debate project are about ready to embark in a…Read more
Skype in the Classroom: Enhancing Learning For All
I have been super fortunate to be named a Skype Master Teacher. Most of what I do with Skype these days is dependent upon the amazing educators that I work…Read more
Google Sheets: Import Range Function To Share Data
In education there are times when we gather data into a sheet and need to share parts of the form out to others. How does one do that so that…Read more
Reflecting on Reflection, Learning, Connecting, and More #ITECIA
Two days after ITEC my head is still processing all the good that comes from ITEC. Each year I spend countless hours stressing over my materials, slides, presentations, and more….Read more
032: Quad Cities Ghost Hunters
I am really excited to share some amazing work of 7th grade students. One of our incredible educators from Bettendorf Middle School launched a project in her language arts class…Read more
Minecraft Education and LEGO to Enhance Math Learning
I am not the best at math(I know, wrong mathematical mindset). Perhaps it was my poor math classes of sitting in rows, copying answers from the homework the night before,…Read more
Tetrix PRIZM Tutorial 3: DC Motors
It is time for another tutorial with the Tetrix PRIZM. We are ready to make things move. Are you ready? For this activity you will need PRIZM USB cable to…Read more
Google Drive Tip: Color Coding Folders in Drive
This tip is super short and super sweet. If you are like me, then your Google Drive continues to fill up with folders and documents over time. Here is quick…Read more
Autocrat Tutorial- Using Google Forms As A Rubric and More
A question was posed to me today. I love it when questions come my way where I don’t know the answer and am challenged to find the answer. The challenge…Read more