The Teachers' Podcast -Dr. Kathy King & Mark Gura » contest http://teacherspodcast.org A New Generation of Educational Technology PD for Educators Fri, 04 Jun 2010 06:50:25 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 en hourly 1 A New Generation of Educational Technology PD for Educators The Teachers' Podcast -Dr. Kathy King & Mark Gura no A New Generation of Educational Technology PD for Educators The Teachers' Podcast -Dr. Kathy King & Mark Gura http://teacherspodcast.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/powerpress/rssicon-082.jpg http://teacherspodcast.org/category/contest/ Ep 53: Trends, e-Books, and Welcome 2010, Part 2 http://teacherspodcast.org/2010/01/19/ep-53-trends-e-books-and-welcome-2010-part-2/ http://teacherspodcast.org/2010/01/19/ep-53-trends-e-books-and-welcome-2010-part-2/#comments Tue, 19 Jan 2010 23:26:31 +0000 admin http://teacherspodcast.org/?p=390
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Join Kathy and Mark for a stirring discussion as they continue to unveil the Teachers Podcast’s new initiatives for 2010 All of this in Part 2 of 52-53 episodes! We cover the ground of policy, vision and mandates as we debate and stir up the waters with DOE announcements, rumblings on ed tech with Karen Carter and see connections with President Obama’s community college funding to k-12. From a dynamic discussion of how virtual schools might lead the innovation so much needed in our schools, to sharing the excitement of new 21st century skills guidelines, this episode is action packed as always! And in the middle of it all…

NEWSFLASH-- A special contest is announced!

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CURRENT EVENTS

  • Kathy will present a concurrent session on Technology, 21st Century Learning and Career Readiness.
  • Desmond Conference Center for the Mid-Winter Conference

  • Kathy will be presenting a session on podcasting and oral history lessons at FETC
  • We will post the session information as soon as we have it!

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Short Articles by Kathy on Successful Writing for Professionals

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Episode 52 is the exciting start of a 2010 extravaganza in 2 parts. This episode unveils several surprises from The Teachers Podcast. As Kathy and Mark discuss the trends they see will dominate 2010 and discuss critical issues, terrific opportunities and learning advancement, they also share a HOST of surprises even just in Part 1.
Listen in to discover more ways for listeners to participate in the show, more community opportunities, and of course more resources.
From Kathy’s excitement about e-book developments to a certain publisher’s “paradigm push”, don’t miss the dawn of 2010 with The Teachers Podcast.

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The Teachers’ Podcast: More Ed Tech You Can Always Use Today and Tomorrow.
Make us the center of YOUR Ed Tech Universe!

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Contact us at teacherspodcast ( @ ) gmail.com or comment here at the website. Produced and copyrighted by Transformation Education LLC, Gura and King, 2007-2009.

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  • eDGe Device- Devices to Take Textbooks Beyond Text

    • NEWSPAPERS and novels are moving briskly from paper to pixels, but textbooks have yet to find the perfect electronic home. They are readable on laptops and smartphones, but the displays can be eye-taxing.
    • Even dedicated e-readers with their crisp print-like displays can’t handle textbook staples like color… read more here

  • Pearson pilots computer-based teaching exam

    • Project aims to simplify the certification process for teaching candidates, while ensuring they’re ready to teach in 21st-century classrooms, By Maya T. Prabhu, Assistant Editor
      Pearson asked soon-to-be teachers to participate in its computer-based teaching certification pilot program.
      As would-be educators and the schools looking to hire them continue to explore alternative routes to teacher certification that can help speed the process, education publishing giant Pearson has announced a new pilot program that intends to provide a completely computer-based teacher certification system…. read more here


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Articles and Related Resources

CURRENT EVENTS

  • Kathy will present a concurrent session on Technology, 21st Century Learning and Career Readiness.
  • Desmond Conference Center for the Mid-Winter Conference
  • Kathy will be presenting a session on podcasting and oral history lessons at FETC
  • We will post the session information as soon as we have it!

MORE RESOURCES

Short Articles by Kathy on Successful Writing for Professionals

  • To sign up for Kathy’s e-newsletter with all her new articles and events click here

CONTACT US

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Click to Share! ]]> http://teacherspodcast.org/2010/01/08/ep-52-trends-e-books-2010/feed/ 0 21st century skills,contest,e-books,edge,Facebook,Financial Literacy,iphone,podcasts,resources,teacher feature Click to hear Episode 52 Episode 52 is the exciting start of a 2010 extravaganza in 2 parts. This episode unveils several surprises from The Teachers Podcast. As Kathy and Mark discuss the trends they see will dominate 2010 and discuss critical issues, Click to hear Episode 52 Episode 52 is the exciting start of a 2010 extravaganza in 2 parts. This episode unveils several surprises from The Teachers Podcast. As Kathy and Mark discuss the trends they see will dominate 2010 and discuss critical issues, terrific opportunities and learning advancement, they also share a HOST of surprises even just in Part 1. Listen in to discover more ways for listeners to participate in the show, more community opportunities, and of course more resources. From Kathy's excitement about e-book developments to a certain publisher's "paradigm push", don't miss the dawn of 2010 with The Teachers Podcast. The Teachers' Podcast: More Ed Tech You Can Always Use Today and Tomorrow. Make us the center of YOUR Ed Tech Universe! www.teacherspodcast.org Contact us at teacherspodcast ( @ ) gmail.com or comment here at the website. Produced and copyrighted by Transformation Education LLC, Gura and King, 2007-2009. Short takes eDGe Device- Devices to Take Textbooks Beyond Text NEWSPAPERS and novels are moving briskly from paper to pixels, but textbooks have yet to find the perfect electronic home. They are readable on laptops and smartphones, but the displays can be eye-taxing. Even dedicated e-readers with their crisp print-like displays can’t handle textbook staples like color... read more here Pearson pilots computer-based teaching exam Project aims to simplify the certification process for teaching candidates, while ensuring they're ready to teach in 21st-century classrooms, By Maya T. Prabhu, Assistant Editor Pearson asked soon-to-be teachers to participate in its computer-based teaching certification pilot program. As would-be educators and the schools looking to hire them continue to explore alternative routes to teacher certification that can help speed the process, education publishing giant Pearson has announced a new pilot program that intends to provide a completely computer-based teacher certification system.... read more here SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT - The Teachers Podcast iPhone app e-Mail us to enter the free iPhone app Contest Articles and Related Resources Use Technology as Game-Changer - Education Secretary Arne Duncan CURRENT EVENTS NYCOSS Conference -January 11, 2010 - Albany, NY Kathy will present a concurrent session on Technology, 21st Century Learning and Career Readiness. Desmond Conference Center for the Mid-Winter Conference FETC January 12-15, 2010 – Orlando, FL Kathy will be presenting a session on podcasting and oral history lessons at FETC We will post the session information as soon as we have it! MORE RESOURCES Short Articles by Kathy on Successful Writing for Professionals Conquering Roadblocks to Successful Writing 5 Myths to Overcome when Writing Your First Book! To sign up for Kathy's e-newsletter with all her new articles and events click here CONTACT US You can contact Mark and Kathy by leaving a comment here on the blog/site emailing us at teacherspodcast@gmail.com posting to the discussion in the Teacher’s Podcast Group in facebook Follow Kathy on Twitter phoning us at (201) 693-4935 The Teachers' Podcast: More Ed Tech You Can Always Use Today and Tomorrow. (C) Transformation Education LLC, King & Gura, 2007-2009 // // // The Teachers' Podcast -Dr. Kathy King & Mark Gura no 49:43 Ep 33: Tech for Educators – Update from FETC, Fin Lit, Otters, and That’s Not Cool! http://teacherspodcast.org/2009/02/07/ep-33-tech-for-educators-update-from-fetc-fin-lit-otters-and-thats-not-cool/ http://teacherspodcast.org/2009/02/07/ep-33-tech-for-educators-update-from-fetc-fin-lit-otters-and-thats-not-cool/#comments Sat, 07 Feb 2009 16:31:35 +0000 admin http://teacherspodcast.org/2009/02/07/ep-33-tech-for-educators-update-from-fetc-fin-lit-otters-and-thats-not-cool/ notcool

Episode Tech for Educators provides a whirlwind of tools and ideas for teachers using technology for all their many needs.

From Blackberry adoption to cases which prevent screen breakage, Internet safety which students will be interested in, to Smithsonian virtual items and Financial Literacy, join Mark and Kathy as they demonstrate so many technology solutions to match curricular and teaching and learning needs.

This episode also includes a brief review of FETC 2009 . And who is looking for grants? Mr Gates is giving them! AND Adobe wants to give your students prizes. Check out Sharon (from Florida) favorite podcast!

Join us we include a Re-Cap of Major Educational Technology Conferences!

RESOURCES and Items mentioned in this Episode!
FETC-09

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  • Talking Financial Literacy Podcast
    • www.talkingfinlit.org
    • Bringing resources and information to teachers
    • More PD form Mark and Kathy!
    • Financial Literacy Education – what is it.. how to learn it.. how to help our students!
    • Funded by The McGraw-Hill Companies

 

 

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Launching the new year Kathy and Mark share opportunities, resources and insights for educational technology across grades and content ares.

Sharing their travels, interactions with teachers and school leaders, as well as incorporating headlines from educational and national news, this episode is a great boost offering vision and action for teachers, instructional technology staff, staff developers and all educators.

There are many opportunities for producing change from appointments of US Secretary of Education, to the new budgets and surplus plans, join us as we examine the potential for our classrooms, schools and learners!  From NYSCOSS, to FETC and TCEA we are on the road to meet with our listeners and spread the news of easy ed tech which incorporates 21st century learning.

Join us the Major Educational Technology Conferences!

FETC-09

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Resources and Articles in This EpisodeKazakhstan is on course to be one of the top 50 developed nations in the world.

Nothing But Praise for Duncan in Senate Hearing

  • Democrats and Republicans on the education committee are impressed by President-elect Obama’s choice for secretary of education. ( Education Week article)

Duncan confirmation gets under way

· Tech & Learning’s Ed Tech Ticker

  • Obama promises EdTech Infusion by Kevin Hogan
  • In his most recent weekly address, the president-elect once again mentioned modernizing schools as part of his infrastructure initiatives. Here’s the money quote:And we’ll create hundreds of thousands more jobs in education, equipping tens of thousands of schools with 21st century classrooms, labs and computers to help our kids compete with any worker in the world for any job.Watch the whole speech at the President’s transition site.
  • Tech Learning.com Editor Blogs

* Technology allows educators to augment lessons

  • Teachers are more frequently turning to technology to breathe new life into classroom lessons, including using blogs, podcasts and online features such as Google Earth to engage students. Instead of using classroom time to lecture, some teachers are recording lessons onto podcasts that their students can listen to at home — freeing classroom time for hands-on learning. (From ASCD SmartBrief)
  • CNN (1/15) article

*Stimulus bill includes $142B for education

  • Some $20 billion for school modernization and $1 billion for educational technology are among nearly $150 billion in funding targeted toward education in the House version of the new economic stimulus package, which lawmakers introduced Jan. 15. Key concepts: educational technology, school modernization, stimulus package.
  • eSchoolNews article

 Read More

* Educators to Obama: Focus on 21st Century Skills

  • Two surveys by the American Society for Quality suggest the new administration should focus on 21st century skills.
  • Listen in as Kathy and Mark talk about the message for Pres. Obama and critical directions ahead
  •  eSchool News, January 8, 2009

  * Technologies for the 21st Century

* Obama Links Ed Tech to Economic Growth

  • The President-elect pledges to put more computers in classrooms and expand broadband access to schools and homes.
  • ( Digital Directions )

* How Ed Tech Can Help Fire Up the Economy

  • Keith Krueger, the CEO of the Consortium for School Networking, pitches ideas for using federal investments in educational technology to help stimulate the U.S. economy and improve K-12 schools.
  •   ( Digital Directions )

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Google makes famous artwork more accessible

  • In a move that will benefit students, art historians, and casual viewers alike, Spain’s Prado Museum has teamed up with Google Earth for a project that allows people to view the gallery’s main works of art from their computers–and even zoom in on details not immediately discernible to the human eye.
  • Key concepts: Prado Museum, Diego Velazquez, Francisco de Goya, Peter Paul Rubens, Hieronymus Bosch, art history
  • From eSchoolNews report
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Click to Share! ]]> http://teacherspodcast.org/2009/01/25/ep-32-inauguration-and-the-road-ahead-for-2009-and-pres-obama/feed/ 1 Start the new year with Vision and Direction from TTPOD - Launching the new year Kathy and Mark share opportunities, resources and insights for educational technology across grades and content ares. - Sharing their travels, Start the new year with Vision and Direction from TTPOD Launching the new year Kathy and Mark share opportunities, resources and insights for educational technology across grades and content ares. Sharing their travels, interactions with teachers and school leaders, as well as incorporating headlines from educational and national news, this episode is a great boost offering vision and action for teachers, instructional technology staff, staff developers and all educators. There are many opportunities for producing change from appointments of US Secretary of Education, to the new budgets and surplus plans, join us as we examine the potential for our classrooms, schools and learners!  From NYSCOSS, to FETC and TCEA we are on the road to meet with our listeners and spread the news of easy ed tech which incorporates 21st century learning. Join us the Major Educational Technology Conferences! Resources and Articles in This EpisodeKazakhstan is on course to be one of the top 50 developed nations in the world. Calling USA schools to spring ahead with 21st century learning!  By Marina Leight, Mark Gura & Wayne Grant Entire Converge Issue Fall 2008 Nothing But Praise for Duncan in Senate Hearing Democrats and Republicans on the education committee are impressed by President-elect Obama’s choice for secretary of education. (Education Week article) Duncan confirmation gets under way Arne Duncan, who has been Chicago Public Schools chief since 2001, goes before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee today for his confirmation hearing to be the next U.S. Secretary of Education. In the eight years since he became superintendent of Chicago schools, student proficiency in reading and math has grown, and Duncan has shut down 61 failing schools. Article listed: Google/The Associated Press (1/12) , The New York Times/The Caucus (1/13) , The Boston Globe/The Associated Press (1/12) MSNBC (1/13/09) · Tech & Learning’s Ed Tech Ticker Obama promises EdTech Infusion by Kevin Hogan In his most recent weekly address, the president-elect once again mentioned modernizing schools as part of his infrastructure initiatives. Here's the money quote:And we'll create hundreds of thousands more jobs in education, equipping tens of thousands of schools with 21st century classrooms, labs and computers to help our kids compete with any worker in the world for any job.Watch the whole speech at the President's transition site. Tech Learning.com Editor Blogs * Technology allows educators to augment lessons Teachers are more frequently turning to technology to breathe new life into classroom lessons, including using blogs, podcasts and online features such as Google Earth to engage students. Instead of using classroom time to lecture, some teachers are recording lessons onto podcasts that their students can listen to at home -- freeing classroom time for hands-on learning. (From ASCD SmartBrief) CNN (1/15) article *Stimulus bill includes $142B for education Some $20 billion for school modernization and $1 billion for educational technology are among nearly $150 billion in funding targeted toward education in the House version of the new economic stimulus package, which lawmakers introduced Jan. 15. Key concepts: educational technology, school modernization, stimulus package. eSchoolNews article  Read More * Educators to Obama: Focus on 21st Century Skills Two surveys by the American Society for Quality suggest the new administration should focus on 21st century skills. Listen in as Kathy and Mark talk about the message for Pres. Obama and critical directions ahead  eSchool News, January 8, 2009   * Technologies for the 21st Century "Teachers' Lessons Go Viral on Education Video Website"  The Dallas Morning News, January 5, 2009 * Obama Links Ed Tech to Economic Growth The Teachers' Podcast -Dr. Kathy King & Mark Gura no Ep. 27 Winners Announced and Content Creators Rule http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/10/12/ep-27-winners-announced-and-content-creators-rule/ http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/10/12/ep-27-winners-announced-and-content-creators-rule/#comments Sun, 12 Oct 2008 14:48:14 +0000 admin http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/10/12/ep-27-winners-announced-and-content-creators-rule/ Episode theme:  Everyone Can Be a Producer celebrate

“May I have the envelope please?”

The excitement reaches a crescendo as Mark and Kathy announce the winners of the 3rd Annual Teachers Podcast Contest, which is graciously sponsored by McGraw Hill Education.  This episode focuses on the rich power of NEW MEDIA to enable all teachers and learners to be content creators in the process and demonstration of their learning. Also included are terrific resources on active listening and how to teach listening skills.

You don’t want to miss this episode! From blogging to podcasting, resources, and news items s

panning the world, this is a dynamic episode of fun, celebration and  creativity.

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3rd Annual

‘The Teachers’ Podcast’

Best Educational Podcast Awards!

MHEducation

Contest Winners

McGraw Hill Education is our proud partner in recognizing the achievements of teachers and students in advancing the field of new media and education.  Check out the main Contest 2008 page for details about submission, categories and prizes

balloonsBest Student Project Podcast
RED TEAM Podcasts

http://web.mac.com/jhsalsich/RED_TEAM_PRODUCTIONS/Red_Team_Podcasts/Red_Team_Podcasts.html

James Salsich AND Students
Plainfield Central School in Plainfield, CT

balloonsBest Teacher Podcast
JMRadio Music! Art! Technology!
http://web.mac.com/helenemoore/iWeb/Site%202/JMRADIO/JMRADIO.html

Helene Moore, Technology Teacher AND Students
Joaquin Miller Elementary School

balloonsBest Professional Development Podcast
A.T.TIPSCAST, Assistive Technology: Tools In Public Schools
http://attipscast.wordpress.com/

Christopher Bugaj
Assistive Technology Trainer for Loudoun County Public Schools in Northern Virginia

NEWSFLASH!

Article

  • Eschool News Recruits Student Broadcasters
    • Student broadcasters across the nation are getting a chance to be seen and heard by several thousands of education stakeholders, thanks to a new video news network created by eSchool News...Every week, students interested in video production, and schools interested in highlighting their students’ talents, will receive information from eSchool News on the most popular, and relevant, ed-tech stories. From there, the participating schools’ production teams will shoot a script based on those stories and use their creative judgment in integrating graphics and photography into the news report.Each video will be approximately 2-3 minutes and will revolve around weekly news as reported by eSchool News.
    • Article Link
    • Mark and Kathy say, “Students rule!”

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ON THE ROAD!

Week of Oct 14, 2008 – Kathy’s Looking forward to seeing our Canadian colleagues!

  • Dr.Kathy King heads to Winnipeg Canada to conduct a seminar about blended learning and distance learning for the faculty at University of Manitoba on October 15, 2008
  • In addition she is keynoting the Annual Conference for Adult Secondary Education Council (AESC) in Schools of Canada, in Winnipeg, Manitoba on October 16, 2008.
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From blogging to podcasting, resources, and news items s panning the world, this is a dynamic episode of fun, celebration and  creativity. 3rd Annual ‘The Teachers’ Podcast’ Best Educational Podcast Awards! Contest Winners McGraw Hill Education is our proud partner in recognizing the achievements of teachers and students in advancing the field of new media and education.  Check out the main Contest 2008 page for details about submission, categories and prizes Best Student Project Podcast RED TEAM Podcasts http://web.mac.com/jhsalsich/RED_TEAM_PRODUCTIONS/Red_Team_Podcasts/Red_Team_Podcasts.html James Salsich AND Students Plainfield Central School in Plainfield, CT Best Teacher Podcast JMRadio Music! Art! Technology! http://web.mac.com/helenemoore/iWeb/Site%202/JMRADIO/JMRADIO.html Helene Moore, Technology Teacher AND Students Joaquin Miller Elementary School Best Professional Development Podcast A.T.TIPSCAST, Assistive Technology: Tools In Public Schools http://attipscast.wordpress.com/ Christopher Bugaj Assistive Technology Trainer for Loudoun County Public Schools in Northern Virginia NEWSFLASH! Article Eschool News Recruits Student Broadcasters Student broadcasters across the nation are getting a chance to be seen and heard by several thousands of education stakeholders, thanks to a new video news network created by eSchool News...Every week, students interested in video production, and schools interested in highlighting their students' talents, will receive information from eSchool News on the most popular, and relevant, ed-tech stories. From there, the participating schools' production teams will shoot a script based on those stories and use their creative judgment in integrating graphics and photography into the news report.Each video will be approximately 2-3 minutes and will revolve around weekly news as reported by eSchool News. Article Link Mark and Kathy say, "Students rule!" Resource Learning through Listening Hom page www.learningthroughlistening.org/ Tour of website www.learningthroughlistening.org/tour/231 Videos about Listening and Learning http://www.learningthroughlistening.org/Video-Vault/352/ Active Listening Video- from their site Watch this short video, Active Listening, to learn how a middle school English teacher used information from the learningthroughlistening.org article "The Benefits of Teaching Listening" and the lesson plan "The Severus Snape Debate" to enhance her Writers Workshop curriculum. Active Listening 3:09 minutes Windows Media Player-- High quality- 13.6 MB QuickTime Player --High quality  - 30.2 MB Transcript ON THE ROAD! Week of Oct 14, 2008 - Kathy's Looking forward to seeing our Canadian colleagues! Dr.Kathy King heads to Winnipeg Canada to conduct a seminar about blended learning and distance learning for the faculty at University of Manitoba on October 15, 2008 In addition she is keynoting the Annual Conference for Adult Secondary Education Council (AESC) in Schools of Canada, in Winnipeg, Manitoba on October 16, 2008. Contact Us You can contact Mark and Kathy by leaving a comment here on the blog/site emailing us at teacherspodcast@gmail.com posting to the discussion in the Teacher’s Podcast Group in facebook phoning us at (201) 693-4935 (C) Transformation Education LLC, The Teachers' Podcast -Dr. Kathy King & Mark Gura no Ep 23 Wii, Mii and Thii http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/08/10/ep-23-wii-mii-and-thii/ http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/08/10/ep-23-wii-mii-and-thii/#comments Sun, 10 Aug 2008 20:41:38 +0000 admin http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/08/10/ep-23-wii-mii-and-thii/ Wii-Mii-Thii (c) NintendoJoin Kathy and Mark for the long awaited episode–the Wii gone wild..OK maybe not that wild,   but definitely exciting new opportunities for technology and education. We discuss what it is, our experience, how we are using it, and resources to learn more. Kathy hi-jacked Mark on the way into the TTPOD “studio” today and put a Wii remote in his hand. Pretty soon he was pitching fastballs!. Listen in and check out the articles we have put together for you about what other educators are also saying!

In addition we discuss one of the hottest NY Times articles yet for education – RU Reading? This brings about a great discussion on multiple literacies that we know you will enjoy.

Finally the episode is rounded out with 2 more major features: 1) the Leapfrog new release of “Tag” another electronic literacy tool- we have reactions, articles and Youtube clips for you to check out.

(2) A great assortment of free graphic organizer tools assembled in a NCTE Online newsletter.

Join us for yet another fun-filled learning time at Teachers’ Podcast.

Announcements in this episode about 3rd Annual TTPOD Best Educational Podcast Contest- great prizes and extension to August 15, 2008!

NY TIMES RU Reading?

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Articles in this Episode Wii Hardware

Resources in this Episode

  • Microphone 3rd Annual ‘The Teachers’ Podcast’

    Best Educational Podcast Awards!

    Upgraded prizes and an extension to August 15 for the Contest

    McGraw Hill Education is our proud partner in recognizing the achievements of teachers and students in

    MHEducation

    advancing the field of new media and education

    Check out the main Contest 2008 page for details about submission, categories and prizes


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Click to Share! ]]> http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/08/10/ep-23-wii-mii-and-thii/feed/ 0 - Join Kathy and Mark for the long awaited episode--the Wii gone wild..OK maybe not that wild,   but definitely exciting new opportunities for technology and education. We discuss what it is, our experience, how we are using it, Join Kathy and Mark for the long awaited episode--the Wii gone wild..OK maybe not that wild,   but definitely exciting new opportunities for technology and education. We discuss what it is, our experience, how we are using it, and resources to learn more. Kathy hi-jacked Mark on the way into the TTPOD "studio" today and put a Wii remote in his hand. Pretty soon he was pitching fastballs!. Listen in and check out the articles we have put together for you about what other educators are also saying! In addition we discuss one of the hottest NY Times articles yet for education - RU Reading? This brings about a great discussion on multiple literacies that we know you will enjoy. Finally the episode is rounded out with 2 more major features: 1) the Leapfrog new release of "Tag" another electronic literacy tool- we have reactions, articles and Youtube clips for you to check out. (2) A great assortment of free graphic organizer tools assembled in a NCTE Online newsletter. Join us for yet another fun-filled learning time at Teachers' Podcast. Announcements in this episode about 3rd Annual TTPOD Best Educational Podcast Contest- great prizes and extension to August 15, 2008! Short Takes Literacy Debate: Online, R U Really Reading? Article: The New York Times The NCTE Definition of 21st-Century Literacies http://www.ncte.org/print.asp?id=129117&node=65 Route 21 (Partnership for 21st Century Skills) http://www.21stcenturyskills.org/route21/ - NECC08 Lives on! By Cheryl Oakes ISTE-NECC Did you miss the conference in San Antonio? Not to worry. Here’s a guide to accessing the great sessions, materials, vendors from NECC08. Articles in this Episode Wii related Social Games Even on Consoles! Edutopia articles Wii-gaming and technology http://www.edutopia.org/ikid-wii-gaming-technology-classroom Prensky's ikid article: http://www.edutopia.org/ikid-digital-learner-technology-2008 Creating an interactive whiteboard with wii remote- Ingenuity! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5s5EvhHy7eQ Leapfrog's "Tag" ABC News.com article: Electronic system aims to help kids enhance their reading skills YOU Tube video of Leapfrog's Tag in action Mind Mapping on NCTE Resources in this Episode Wii Related Nintendo- Wii Dr King and Paige Eissinger TE LIVE! Podcast episode about the Wii Transformation Education LIVE! Episode 19 (July 1, 2008) Ocean's End Wii game Game Spot screen shots and reviews Game Trailer MindMapping Related (from NCTE) Bubbl.us: Free Internet tool, supports collaborative mapping Ekpenso: Free Internet tool with Google Gears and Adobe Air versions FreeMind: Free open source tool, once installed does not require Internet access Mindmeister: Free Internet version allows 6 maps, supports collaborative mapping Wisdomap: Free Internet version allows 3 maps Mindomo: Free Internet version allows only 7 private maps (unlimited public maps) 3rd Annual ‘The Teachers’ Podcast’ Best Educational Podcast Awards! Upgraded prizes and an extension to August 15 for the Contest McGraw Hill Education is our proud partner in recognizing the achievements of teachers and students in advancing the field of new media and education Check out the main Contest 2008 page for details about submission, categories and prizes Contact Us You can contact Mark and Kathy by leaving a comment here on the blog/site emailing us at teacherspodcast@gmail.com posting to the discussion in the Teacher’s Podcast Group in facebook phoning us at (201) 693-4935 (C) Transformation Education LLC, King & Gura, 2008. The Teachers' Podcast -Dr. Kathy King & Mark Gura no 46:19 Ep. 22 – Still Glowing! PD Resources Abound: Interview with HotChalk http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/07/27/ep-22-still-glowing-pd-resources-abound-interview-with-hotchalk/ http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/07/27/ep-22-still-glowing-pd-resources-abound-interview-with-hotchalk/#comments Sun, 27 Jul 2008 16:20:18 +0000 admin http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/07/27/ep-22-still-glowing-pd-resources-abound-interview-with-hotchalk/ Bryan-Scanlon-Hotchalk.com Bryan Scanlon, HotChalk.com , dedicated educator and Vice President of Direct Sales joins Mark and Kathy for a “HOT” interview at NECC.

Taking time out of his demanding schedule at the foremost ed tech conference of the year, Bryan shares the rich resources perspective, expertise, philosophy and practice of this teacher resource with your Teachers’ Podcast hosts.

hotchalk-website

Announcements in this episode about 3rd Annual TTPOD Best Educational Podcast Contest- great prizes and extension to August 15, 2008!

Mailbag from the Teachers’ Podcast family of listeners and updates on Mark and Kathy’s summer teaching extravaganza!

Show notes shout outs from Teachers Podcast hosts to……

  • UEGE 5102 at Fordham GSE     and          CTGE 5910 at Fordham GSE
  • University of Tennessee Memphis – distance learning conference
  • Kathy Shields
  • Albert Robinson
  • Ron Miller, Myrielle, Bob  and Bitstrips

Resources in this Episode

  • Hot Chalk Related Information from NECC

Lights, Camera, Action: Bringing NBC News to Your Classroom
[Session: Lecture]
Laura Sammons, NBC News
Wednesday, 7/2/2008, 10:30am–11:30am; Grand Hyatt Seguin A/B

This interactive presentation will demonstrate how to engage students with the powerful NBC News video archives within HotChalk’s free learning management system.  http://www.hotchalk.com/nbc.html

  • From the NBC Exhibit at NECC

  • For more than 80 years, NBC News has been there to document our changing world. Now, these great moments are available to teachers and students through the HotChalk Learning Environment.  Visit www.hotchalk.com/nbc.html for your free trial today!

  • Thousands of historic news videos, mini-documentaries, primary source materials and other resources correlated to standards in social studies, science, health, language arts, and more

  • Daily updates with current events tied to classroom instruction

  • Lesson plans, activities, classroom management tools, and more through the HotChalk Learning Environment


Microphone 3rd Annual ‘The Teachers’ Podcast’

Best Educational Podcast Awards!

Upgraded prizes and an extension to August 15 for the Contest

McGraw Hill Education is our proud partner in recognizing the achievements of teachers and students in

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advancing the field of new media and education

Check out the main Contest 2008 page for details about submission, categories and prizes

Contact Us

(C) Transformation Education LLC, King & Gura, 2008.

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Click to Share! ]]> http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/07/27/ep-22-still-glowing-pd-resources-abound-interview-with-hotchalk/feed/ 0 - Bryan Scanlon, HotChalk.com, dedicated educator and Vice President of Direct Sales joins Mark and Kathy for a "HOT" interview at NECC. - Taking time out of his demanding schedule at the foremost ed tech conference of the year, Bryan Scanlon, HotChalk.com, dedicated educator and Vice President of Direct Sales joins Mark and Kathy for a "HOT" interview at NECC. Taking time out of his demanding schedule at the foremost ed tech conference of the year, Bryan shares the rich resources perspective, expertise, philosophy and practice of this teacher resource with your Teachers' Podcast hosts. Announcements in this episode about 3rd Annual TTPOD Best Educational Podcast Contest- great prizes and extension to August 15, 2008! Mailbag from the Teachers' Podcast family of listeners and updates on Mark and Kathy's summer teaching extravaganza! Show notes shout outs from Teachers Podcast hosts to...... UEGE 5102 at Fordham GSE     and          CTGE 5910 at Fordham GSE University of Tennessee Memphis - distance learning conference Kathy Shields Albert Robinson Ron Miller, Myrielle, Bob  and Bitstrips Resources in this Episode HotChalk.com Hot Chalk Related Information from NECC Lights, Camera, Action: Bringing NBC News to Your Classroom [Session: Lecture] Laura Sammons, NBC News Wednesday, 7/2/2008, 10:30am–11:30am; Grand Hyatt Seguin A/B This interactive presentation will demonstrate how to engage students with the powerful NBC News video archives within HotChalk’s free learning management system.  http://www.hotchalk.com/nbc.html From the NBC Exhibit at NECC For more than 80 years, NBC News has been there to document our changing world. Now, these great moments are available to teachers and students through the HotChalk Learning Environment.  Visit www.hotchalk.com/nbc.html for your free trial today! Thousands of historic news videos, mini-documentaries, primary source materials and other resources correlated to standards in social studies, science, health, language arts, and more Daily updates with current events tied to classroom instruction Lesson plans, activities, classroom management tools, and more through the HotChalk Learning Environment 3rd Annual ‘The Teachers’ Podcast’ Best Educational Podcast Awards! Upgraded prizes and an extension to August 15 for the Contest McGraw Hill Education is our proud partner in recognizing the achievements of teachers and students in advancing the field of new media and education Check out the main Contest 2008 page for details about submission, categories and prizes Contact Us You can contact Mark and Kathy by leaving a comment here on the blog/site emailing us at teacherspodcast@gmail.com posting to the discussion in the Teacher’s Podcast Group in facebook phoning us at (201) 693-4935 (C) Transformation Education LLC, King & Gura, 2008. The Teachers' Podcast -Dr. Kathy King & Mark Gura no 27:44 Ep 19 The Art and Design of Living and Learning 2.0 http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/06/16/ep-19-the-art-and-design-of-living-and-learning-20/ http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/06/16/ep-19-the-art-and-design-of-living-and-learning-20/#comments Mon, 16 Jun 2008 15:42:40 +0000 admin http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/06/16/ep-19-the-art-and-design-of-living-and-learning-20/ Join us in The Garden Studio of Teacher’s Podcast for this

Resource- and News-Packed Episode.

Kathy and Mark gather on a hot summer day to share advances in podcasting, art and technology for our schools exclusively for their podcast audience. You are the first to learn that McGraw-Hill Education has partnered with us to sponsor our 3rd annual Podcast contest in order to recognize teacher achievement and provide tremendous prizes for our winners.

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Virtual schools and virtualization also top our discussion as examine current trends and advances in technology for school implementation and reach.

Then the focus turns to opportunities for Art and Design in the world of Web 2.0 and how it reaches into the lives of learners and learning in ways we never could have before. Mark shares insight from his newest book- and we are the first to get the inside look of this newest ISTE publication: released just this week.

Welcome back to the revolution in teaching and learning with the Teachers’ Podcast

Breaking News – NEWS FLASH

ISTE NECC Teacher’s Podcast Meet-Up and

Focus Group June 30 4-5:30pm Otter Box

  • Free events and Give-aways (raffles sponsored by Otterbox and Teachers’ Podcast- ipod and iphone cases, book, and more… Thank you Otterbox!)

  • Community opportunity
  • Meet with your co-hosts: Mark and Kathy in San Antonio
  • Photo and recording opps
  • Hilton Hotel Palacio Del Rio
  • 200 South Alamo Street, San Antonio – Tel: 1-210-222-1400

Best Educational Podcast Contest – 3rd Annual Teacher’s Podcast Event! McGraw-Hill-Education-logo

  • NEWS FLASH! — Upgraded Winner Prizes sponsored by Mc-Graw-Hill Education (MHE) Thank you, MHE!
  • Extended Deadline August 15, 2008
  • Gifts including, $100 cash, podcast recording kit, gift certificate, award and commendations!
  • Guest interview for all grand winners
  • Check the link for details: http://teacherspodcast.org/contest-2008

News Items

  • Florida Legislature seeks to mandate virtual opportunities
    Every Florida district would be required by 2009 to offer some form of online education to students as young as 5 under a bill awaiting Gov. Charlie Crist’s signature.
  • Web Browser for Children with Autism
    Another accessibility tool freely available -Just released
  • Virtual Desktops in Schools (E-school news article- great!)
    A revolution is taking shape that will alter forever how educators and others view and use technology–most specifically their personal computers. Gone will be today’s most stubborn IT challenges: conflicting operating systems bulging with fat applications, duplicate programs that must be installed and maintained on individual computers, user-instituted security breaches that threaten whole networks.

The Art and Design of Living and Learning 2.0
Resources

PREVIEW TTPOD 20!

Contact Us

(C) Transformation Education LLC, King & Gura, 2008.

www.transformationed.com

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Click to Share! ]]> http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/06/16/ep-19-the-art-and-design-of-living-and-learning-20/feed/ 4 Join us in The Garden Studio of Teacher's Podcast for this - Resource- and News-Packed Episode. - Kathy and Mark gather on a hot summer day to share advances in podcasting, art and technology for our schools exclusively for their podcast audience. Join us in The Garden Studio of Teacher's Podcast for this Resource- and News-Packed Episode. Kathy and Mark gather on a hot summer day to share advances in podcasting, art and technology for our schools exclusively for their podcast audience. You are the first to learn that McGraw-Hill Education has partnered with us to sponsor our 3rd annual Podcast contest in order to recognize teacher achievement and provide tremendous prizes for our winners. Virtual schools and virtualization also top our discussion as examine current trends and advances in technology for school implementation and reach. Then the focus turns to opportunities for Art and Design in the world of Web 2.0 and how it reaches into the lives of learners and learning in ways we never could have before. Mark shares insight from his newest book- and we are the first to get the inside look of this newest ISTE publication: released just this week. Welcome back to the revolution in teaching and learning with the Teachers' Podcast Breaking News - NEWS FLASH ISTE NECC Teacher’s Podcast Meet-Up and Focus Group June 30 4-5:30pm Free events and Give-aways (raffles sponsored by Otterbox and Teachers' Podcast- ipod and iphone cases, book, and more... Thank you Otterbox!) Community opportunity Meet with your co-hosts: Mark and Kathy in San Antonio Photo and recording opps Hilton Hotel Palacio Del Rio 200 South Alamo Street, San Antonio - Tel: 1-210-222-1400 Best Educational Podcast Contest - 3rd Annual Teacher's Podcast Event! NEWS FLASH! -- Upgraded Winner Prizes sponsored by Mc-Graw-Hill Education (MHE) Thank you, MHE! Extended Deadline August 15, 2008 Gifts including, $100 cash, podcast recording kit, gift certificate, award and commendations! Guest interview for all grand winners Check the link for details: http://teacherspodcast.org/contest-2008 News Items Florida Legislature seeks to mandate virtual opportunities Every Florida district would be required by 2009 to offer some form of online education to students as young as 5 under a bill awaiting Gov. Charlie Crist's signature. Web Browser for Children with Autism Another accessibility tool freely available -Just released Virtual Desktops in Schools (E-school news article- great!) A revolution is taking shape that will alter forever how educators and others view and use technology--most specifically their personal computers. Gone will be today's most stubborn IT challenges: conflicting operating systems bulging with fat applications, duplicate programs that must be installed and maintained on individual computers, user-instituted security breaches that threaten whole networks. The Art and Design of Living and Learning 2.0 Resources Drawing Day http://www.drawingday.org Release of Mark’s Visual Arts Book Visual Arts Units for All Levels Bitstrips RESOURCE - http://www.bitstrips.com As seen first in in Wired – June 2008… The first ever- TTPOD Bitstrip Virtual Worlds My Virtual World Blog - Visioneering http://MartinRayala.blogspot.com Developing K-12 Design Destination Schools across the country that are the most vibrant places in the world. PREVIEW TTPOD 20! Wii and Mii to be explored in the next episode! http://www.wii.com http://www.nintendo.com/wii http://www.miiwiigames.com/ Contact Us You can contact Mark and Kathy by leaving a comment here on the blog/site emailing us at teacherspodcast@gmail.com posting to the discussion in the Teacher's Podcast Group in facebook phoning us at (201) 693-4935 (C) Transformation Education LLC, King & Gura, 2008. www.transformationed.com The Teachers' Podcast -Dr. Kathy King & Mark Gura no 43:04 Ep 18-Education Bridges: Transparency, Learning and Disruption http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/06/02/ep-18-education-bridges-transparency-learning-and-disruption/ http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/06/02/ep-18-education-bridges-transparency-learning-and-disruption/#comments Mon, 02 Jun 2008 23:50:08 +0000 admin http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/06/02/ep-18-education-bridges-transparency-learning-and-disruption/ Bridges and Education-

Summer is a time of celebration and refreshment and this episode provides plenty to celebrate, reflect and USE!

Calls for celebration and activity include-invitation to join Kathy and Mark for allISTE-SIGHC sorts of discussions and fun at the ISTE NECC Conference, articles written by Kathy and Mark in separate publications about podcasting in higher ed classrooms-( what really does happen in Kathy’s classes?), and a roundup of mini laptops by Mark in Converge.

Abundant resources, hot news right off the press and a wonderful one-of-kind resource reviewed by your hosts. Check out what the episode has in store for you..

From the Learning Capitol of the world–

The Teacher’s Podcast of course!

Announcements:

An Invitation to Kathy & Mark’s special NECC event – actually 2 face-to-face meetings – The Launch of the new Talking Financial Literacy podcast series… AND the Teachers Podcast “Happening”… come join us 2 NECC on Monday – June, 30th from 3PM – 5:30PM+…more

ISTE NECC Teacher’s Podcast Meet-Up and Focus Group June 30 4-5:30pm

  • Free events and Give-aways (raffles sponsored by Otterbox and Teachers’ Podcast- ipod and iphone cases, book, and more… Thank you Otterbox!)
  • Community opportunity
  • Meet with your co-hosts: Mark and Kathy in San Antonio
  • Photo and recording opps
  • Hilton Hotel Palacio Del Rio
  • 200 South Alamo Street, San Antonio – Tel: 1-210-222-1400

Best Educational Podcast Contest

Short Take:

Resources:

(C) Transformation Education LLC, King & Gura, 2008.

www.transformationed.com

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Click to Share! ]]> http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/06/02/ep-18-education-bridges-transparency-learning-and-disruption/feed/ 0 Bridges and Education- Summer is a time of celebration and refreshment and this episode provides plenty to celebrate, reflect and USE! - Calls for celebration and activity include-invitation to join Kathy and Mark for all sorts of discussions and fun... Bridges and Education- Summer is a time of celebration and refreshment and this episode provides plenty to celebrate, reflect and USE! Calls for celebration and activity include-invitation to join Kathy and Mark for all sorts of discussions and fun at the ISTE NECC Conference, articles written by Kathy and Mark in separate publications about podcasting in higher ed classrooms-( what really does happen in Kathy's classes?), and a roundup of mini laptops by Mark in Converge. Abundant resources, hot news right off the press and a wonderful one-of-kind resource reviewed by your hosts. Check out what the episode has in store for you.. From the Learning Capitol of the world-- The Teacher's Podcast of course! Announcements: An Invitation to Kathy & Mark’s special NECC event – actually 2 face-to-face meetings – The Launch of the new Talking Financial Literacy podcast series… AND the Teachers Podcast “Happening”… come join us 2 NECC on Monday - June, 30th from 3PM – 5:30PM+…more ISTE NECC Teacher’s Podcast Meet-Up and Focus Group June 30 4-5:30pm Free events and Give-aways (raffles sponsored by Otterbox and Teachers' Podcast- ipod and iphone cases, book, and more... Thank you Otterbox!) Community opportunity Meet with your co-hosts: Mark and Kathy in San Antonio Photo and recording opps Hilton Hotel Palacio Del Rio 200 South Alamo Street, San Antonio - Tel: 1-210-222-1400 Best Educational Podcast Contest Extended Deadline August 15, 2008 Awards, commendations Guest interview for all grand winners Check the link for details: http://teacherspodcast.org/contest-2008 Short Take: NYACCE Conference (New York Association of Continuing and Community Education) http://www.nyacce.org/ Online Education as Disruptive Innovation ED Week Article Harnessing Innovative Technology in Higher Education, by King & Griggs Harnessing innovative technology in higher education: Access, equity, policy and instruction. Madison, WI: Atwood. (ISBN 1-891859-63-2) Reading online for free: http://faculty.fordham.edu/kpking/hit Mark’s article in Converge Magazine – Winter 2008 “Bridge Over Technology Waters” Article from New York Times – “Microsoft Joins Effort for Laptops for Children” (scroll to page 18) Kathy’s article “Introducing New Media into Teacher Preparation - Transparently Integrating Podcasting into College Classes” … From the May 2, 2008 Newsletter for the ISTE Special Interest Group on Hand Held Computing - Scroll to page 4 of this PDF document King, K. P. (2008, May). Introducing new media into teacher preparation: Transparently integrating podcasting into college classes ISTE SIG Handheld Computing (ISTE SIGHC) 3(4), 4-7. http://www.iste.org/Content/NavigationMenu/Membership/SIGs/SIGHC_Handheld_Computing/SIGHCnewsletter0508.pdf Resources: TED Talks - http://www.ted.com/ Nicholas Negraponte’s Talk http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/view/id/41 iCUE- Article from TV Week - “NBC News Launches iCue for Students” Contact Us You can contact Mark and Kathy by leaving a comment here on the blog/site emailing us at teacherspodcast@gmail.com posting to the discussion in the Teacher's Podcast Group in facebook phoning us at (201) 693-4935 (C) Transformation Education LLC, King & Gura, 2008. www.transformationed.com The Teachers' Podcast -Dr. Kathy King & Mark Gura no 40:53 Ep 17 It’s All About Media and Learning http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/05/20/ep-17-it%e2%80%99s-all-about-media-and-learning/ http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/05/20/ep-17-it%e2%80%99s-all-about-media-and-learning/#comments Wed, 21 May 2008 01:35:35 +0000 admin http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/05/20/ep-17-it%e2%80%99s-all-about-media-and-learning/
Improving learning with a multimedia extravaganza from Kathy and Mark and recognizing LIES? Join us for discussion, debate, examples including audio books, Audible kids, and LibriVox, the FLIP video camera, spices, PDFs (and the paperless office?), and always resources, resources, resources! Topnotch articles demonstrating new media for learning advancement, use in classrooms and more. Adaptable tool for administrative and technical support! Product reviews: Spiceworks and Flip.

Triple-crown of announcements in this episode include the launch of Talking Financial Literacy Podcast (www.talkingfinlit.org), more details about the Podcast Contest, and TTPOD Meet-UP at ISTE NECC 2008 (June/July) www.teacherspodcast.org.

Announcements:

ISTE NECC Teacher’s Podcast Meet-Up and Focus Group ISTE NECC 2008 MEETUP for TTPOD

  • When? June 30 4-5:30 pm
  • Where? Hilton Hotel Palacio Del Rio (across from Convention Center) Meetings at Hilton NECC
    • 200 South Alamo Street, San Antonio, TX Tel: 1-210-222-1400
  • Free events — Give-aways — Community opportunity
  • Meet with your co-hosts: Mark and Kathy in San Antonio

3rd Annual Best Educational Podcast Contest from TTPOD!

  • Deadline July 5, 2008
  • Awards, commendations
  • Guest interview for all grand winners
  • Check the link for details

ARTICLES and LINKS for this Episode

Resources

Product reviews:

Articles Mentioned:

(C) Transformation Education LLC, King & Gura, 2008.

www.transformationed.com

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Click to Share! ]]> http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/05/20/ep-17-it%e2%80%99s-all-about-media-and-learning/feed/ 1 Improving learning with a multimedia extravaganza from Kathy and Mark and recognizing LIES? Join us for discussion, debate, examples including audio books, Audible kids, and LibriVox, the FLIP video camera, spices, PDFs (and the paperless office?), Improving learning with a multimedia extravaganza from Kathy and Mark and recognizing LIES? Join us for discussion, debate, examples including audio books, Audible kids, and LibriVox, the FLIP video camera, spices, PDFs (and the paperless office?), and always resources, resources, resources! Topnotch articles demonstrating new media for learning advancement, use in classrooms and more. Adaptable tool for administrative and technical support! Product reviews: Spiceworks and Flip. Triple-crown of announcements in this episode include the launch of Talking Financial Literacy Podcast (www.talkingfinlit.org), more details about the Podcast Contest, and TTPOD Meet-UP at ISTE NECC 2008 (June/July) www.teacherspodcast.org. Announcements: ISTE NECC Teacher’s Podcast Meet-Up and Focus Group When? June 30 4-5:30 pm Where? Hilton Hotel Palacio Del Rio (across from Convention Center) 200 South Alamo Street, San Antonio, TX Tel: 1-210-222-1400 Free events -- Give-aways -- Community opportunity Meet with your co-hosts: Mark and Kathy in San Antonio 3rd Annual Best Educational Podcast Contest from TTPOD! Deadline July 5, 2008 Awards, commendations Guest interview for all grand winners Check the link for details ARTICLES and LINKS for this Episode “Analysis: How Multimedia Can Improve Learning” Article from eSchool News “Once Upon a Time in the 21st Century” Article from Star Leger “The FLIP Video Camera Camcorder Brings Zen to the Shoot” Article from The New York Times “Teachers Tap Video Sharing in the Classroom” Article from AZ Central “Three Steps to the Paperless Office” Article from PC magazine Resources Librivox http://www.librivox.org Gutenberg Project: http://www.gutenberg.org School Tube - http://www.schooltube.com Spice Works - http://www.spiceworks.com Digital Video in the Classroom: An Evolving Resource List (from TECH TO GO blog) Product reviews: The FLIP’s own website http://www.theflip.com/ Librivox http://www.librivox.org Pdf Creators (options) -- SSuite includes a PDFmaker (free) (In-depth review TTPOD 14) -- Win2PDF - ($35.00) --FREE PDF Tools 5.0(free) -- PDFill PDF Editor 5 (free trial; $20) --Adobe Acrobat (free trial; USD Educator's Discount $ 99 ) Articles Mentioned: Contact Us You can contact Mark and Kathy by leaving a comment here on the blog/site emailing us at teacherspodcast@gmail.com posting to the discussion in the Teacher's Podcast Group in facebook phoning us at (201) 693-4935 (C) Transformation Education LLC, King & Gura, 2008. www.transformationed.com The Teachers' Podcast -Dr. Kathy King & Mark Gura no 41:45