The Teachers' Podcast -Dr. Kathy King & Mark Gura » Financial Literacy 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/financial-literacy/ Ep 52: Trends, e-Books, and Welcome 2010, Part 1 http://teacherspodcast.org/2010/01/08/ep-52-trends-e-books-2010/ http://teacherspodcast.org/2010/01/08/ep-52-trends-e-books-2010/#comments Fri, 08 Jan 2010 13:21:40 +0000 admin http://teacherspodcast.org/?p=382
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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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  • 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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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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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 46 Response to Pres. Obama http://teacherspodcast.org/2009/09/25/ep-46-response-to-pres-obama/ http://teacherspodcast.org/2009/09/25/ep-46-response-to-pres-obama/#comments Sat, 26 Sep 2009 02:00:09 +0000 admin http://teacherspodcast.org/?p=186 Click to See the YouTube Video

From Twitter moments to new book announcements, product reviews to a discussion about the President’s speech to school children, you do not want to miss this action packed set of episodes!

Join Kathy and Mark as they discuss the breakthroughs in distance learning aka virtual learning.

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President Obama Remarks to School Students

Tech Product

Students collaborate over interactive SMART Table

  • Young students at a Florida elementary school are collaborating more in the classroom by using a SMART Table.
  • The SMART Table is  an interactive touch-screen computer that allows up to eight students to work together.
  • Educators say the technology is beneficial to students who are using the devices to collaborate on everything from social studies to art.
  • YouTube video of SMART Table
  • Read more…

Resource scitable

Online encyclopedia offers students a forum on sciences

  • A division of Nature Publishing Group has launched an online science encyclopedia and learning community called Scitable .
  • Vikram Savkar, publishing director of the Nature Education division, says the project is designed to foster student interest in the sciences.
  • Registered users can explore research and multimedia offerings, while the social-media aspect allows them to communicate with experts or other students.
  • Read more at Forbes


RESOURCES & ARTICLES


- UPCOMING EVENTS

Creative Pursuits Conference in Virginia

Creative Pursuits Conference at the Langley School, McLean, VA

How can 21st century technology tools such as interactive white boards, videoconferencing, digital cameras, and blogs enhance the classroom experience for today’s students? Teachers at The Langley School will share their cutting-edge, technology-rich curriculum with fellow educators during a new two-day technology conference this fall.

  • October 8-9, 2009
  • Interactive Workshops Taught by Faculty in Their Own Classrooms
  • Keynote Speakers
    • October 8 features Dr. Kathleen King – award-winning author, digital media/instructional technology expert, and co-host of the 5 million listener podcast, “The Teachers’ Podcast.”
    • On October 9, Don McNamee from Kristin School in Auckland, New Zealand.

To learn more about the Creative Pursuits conference, or to register online, log on to www.langleyschool.org/creativepursuits.

Virtual School Symposium for iNACOL 11/4-17/09

  • Dr. King will participate in a panel discussion on Sunday during the VSS Preconference.
  • Austin Texas location for this event
  • NACOL is the leading k-12 association advancing practice, excellence and innovation in virtual learning..
Free Resources: Listen in to Episode 46 to find out about these fabulous resources

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Click to Share! ]]> http://teacherspodcast.org/2009/09/25/ep-46-response-to-pres-obama/feed/ 0 - From Twitter moments to new book announcements, product reviews to a discussion about the President's speech to school children, you do not want to miss this action packed set of episodes! - Join Kathy and Mark as they discuss the breakthroughs in d... From Twitter moments to new book announcements, product reviews to a discussion about the President's speech to school children, you do not want to miss this action packed set of episodes! Join Kathy and Mark as they discuss the breakthroughs in distance learning aka virtual learning. 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. President Obama Remarks to School Students Arlington, Virginia September 8, 2009 - Transcript http://www.whitehouse.gov/MediaResources/PreparedSchoolRemarks/ Tech Product Students collaborate over interactive SMART Table Young students at a Florida elementary school are collaborating more in the classroom by using a SMART Table. The SMART Table is  an interactive touch-screen computer that allows up to eight students to work together. Educators say the technology is beneficial to students who are using the devices to collaborate on everything from social studies to art. YouTube video of SMART Table Read more... Resource Online encyclopedia offers students a forum on sciences Scitable A division of Nature Publishing Group has launched an online science encyclopedia and learning community called Scitable . Vikram Savkar, publishing director of the Nature Education division, says the project is designed to foster student interest in the sciences. Registered users can explore research and multimedia offerings, while the social-media aspect allows them to communicate with experts or other students. Read more at Forbes RESOURCES & ARTICLES - UPCOMING EVENTS Creative Pursuits Conference at the Langley School, McLean, VA How can 21st century technology tools such as interactive white boards, videoconferencing, digital cameras, and blogs enhance the classroom experience for today’s students? Teachers at The Langley School will share their cutting-edge, technology-rich curriculum with fellow educators during a new two-day technology conference this fall. October 8-9, 2009 Interactive Workshops Taught by Faculty in Their Own Classrooms Keynote Speakers October 8 features Dr. Kathleen King – award-winning author, digital media/instructional technology expert, and co-host of the 5 million listener podcast, “The Teachers’ Podcast.” On October 9, Don McNamee from Kristin School in Auckland, New Zealand. To learn more about the Creative Pursuits conference, or to register online, log on to www.langleyschool.org/creativepursuits. Virtual School Symposium for iNACOL 11/4-17/09 Dr. King will participate in a panel discussion on Sunday during the VSS Preconference. Austin Texas location for this event NACOL is the leading k-12 association advancing practice, excellence and innovation in virtual learning.. Free Resources: Listen in to Episode 46 to find out about these fabulous resources 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 32:55 Ep 36 Digital Catchup and 21st Century Learning Debate http://teacherspodcast.org/2009/03/31/ep-36-digital-catchup-and-21st-century-learning-debate/ http://teacherspodcast.org/2009/03/31/ep-36-digital-catchup-and-21st-century-learning-debate/#comments Wed, 01 Apr 2009 02:17:15 +0000 admin http://teacherspodcast.org/2009/03/31/ep-36-digital-catchup-and-21st-century-learning-debate/ RESOURCES and Items mentioned in this Episode!

Join us for an exciting episode full of technology experiences, trends and debates! What’s more Kathy and Mark provide an update on their travels around the globe and share insights about culture, technology, language learning and Mardi Gras in Mexico. An exciting debate about 21st Century Learning tops off the show with Kathy explaining how some career and technical schools demonstrate this model so well today. How many conference do you think we can name in a single show? This episode might beat them all!

Upcoming Events Not To BE MISSEDNCEA

  • Dr. Kathy King will present a session at NCEA in Anaheim CA

“Podcasting for Every Teacher!” (NCEA Session 1138)
April 14, 2009
NCEA Conference: http://ncea.org/events/NCEAConventionCentral.asp
NCEA program: http://ncea.org/UserFiles/File/Convention/Final-Program-2009.pdf

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  • Mark Gura will be presenting an ISTE Webinar

“Using Technology to Make Every Classroom an Art Classroom”

April 22, 2009
ISTE Webinar Link

RESOURCES and Items mentioned in this Episode!
Short Takes

  • Twitter used to develop second-graders’ writing skills
    • Students in two Maine elementary schools have been exchanging messages through the social-networking Web site Twitter. Teachers say the exercise, which began about one month ago, was initiated to help students develop their writing skills by exchanging messages that must be 140 characters or less. The Providence Journal (R.I.)/The Associated Press (free registration) (3/11)

Sayatherobot

  • Japanese robot teacher no substitute for human educators
    • A primary-school class in Japan is being taught by a robot that can express six emotions, take class rolls, assign basic tasks and speak several languages. The robot is controlled by a human, and is not expected to replace human teachers. Read more about this development! MSNBC/The Associated Press (3/11) , Gizmodo (3/10)
  • Podcast Trumps Lecture in One College Study
    • Those who viewed a lecture from iTunes University out-performed those who attended the lecture and listened in person according to a new survey . eSchool News, March 6, 2008

Feature Discussion

Backers of “21st-Century Skills” Take Flak
Are 21st century skills new critical learning standards or are they the “same old” with a new name? Several scholars debate The Partnership for 21st Century Skills. Education Week, March 4, 2009

Conference Links and Photos

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Hotel “Dining room” Mesón del Marques

Mayan Dancers

Myan Dancers

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Click to Share! ]]> http://teacherspodcast.org/2009/03/31/ep-36-digital-catchup-and-21st-century-learning-debate/feed/ 0 RESOURCES and Items mentioned in this Episode! Join us for an exciting episode full of technology experiences, trends and debates! What's more Kathy and Mark provide an update on their travels around the globe and share insights about culture, RESOURCES and Items mentioned in this Episode! Join us for an exciting episode full of technology experiences, trends and debates! What's more Kathy and Mark provide an update on their travels around the globe and share insights about culture, technology, language learning and Mardi Gras in Mexico. An exciting debate about 21st Century Learning tops off the show with Kathy explaining how some career and technical schools demonstrate this model so well today. How many conference do you think we can name in a single show? This episode might beat them all! Upcoming Events Not To BE MISSED Dr. Kathy King will present a session at NCEA in Anaheim CA "Podcasting for Every Teacher!" (NCEA Session 1138) April 14, 2009 NCEA Conference: http://ncea.org/events/NCEAConventionCentral.asp NCEA program: http://ncea.org/UserFiles/File/Convention/Final-Program-2009.pdf Mark Gura will be presenting an ISTE Webinar "Using Technology to Make Every Classroom an Art Classroom" April 22, 2009 ISTE Webinar Link RESOURCES and Items mentioned in this Episode! Short Takes Twitter used to develop second-graders' writing skills Students in two Maine elementary schools have been exchanging messages through the social-networking Web site Twitter. Teachers say the exercise, which began about one month ago, was initiated to help students develop their writing skills by exchanging messages that must be 140 characters or less. The Providence Journal (R.I.)/The Associated Press (free registration) (3/11) Japanese robot teacher no substitute for human educators A primary-school class in Japan is being taught by a robot that can express six emotions, take class rolls, assign basic tasks and speak several languages. The robot is controlled by a human, and is not expected to replace human teachers. Read more about this development! MSNBC/The Associated Press (3/11) , Gizmodo (3/10) Podcast Trumps Lecture in One College Study Those who viewed a lecture from iTunes University out-performed those who attended the lecture and listened in person according to a new survey . eSchool News, March 6, 2008 Feature Discussion Backers of "21st-Century Skills" Take Flak Are 21st century skills new critical learning standards or are they the "same old" with a new name? Several scholars debate The Partnership for 21st Century Skills. Education Week, March 4, 2009 Conference Links and Photos Hotel "Dining room" Mesón del Marques Myan Dancers Valladolid, Yucatan Mexico 21s c. popular education conference Link for the conference Universidade Oriente http://www.universidadoriente.edu.mx/ Valladolid Virtual Valldolid Mayan Culture in Valladolid WE LEARN Conference Stronger Leadership & Literacy: Empowering Women to Action http://www.litwomen.org New book released at conference: Empowering Women through Literacy (Miller & King, Eds) Link to book ACTEA: Association Career and Technical Education http://www.acteainc.org/ Conference 2009: http://www.acteainc.org/events.html Association for Career and Technical Educators (National) http://www.acteonline.org CTE Resource Center http://www.cterc.org 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, 2009 The Teachers' Podcast -Dr. Kathy King & Mark Gura no 50:50 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 Episode # 13 Math Learning: Aiming Much Higher than Mediocre! http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/03/23/episode-13-math-learning-aiming-much-higher-than-mediocre/ http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/03/23/episode-13-math-learning-aiming-much-higher-than-mediocre/#comments Sun, 23 Mar 2008 06:06:34 +0000 admin http://teacherspodcast.org/2008/03/23/episode-13-math-learning-aiming-much-higher-than-mediocre/ Rants, Resources, Reviews and MORE Resources!

Math Education, Asus, Our Podcasting Listeners, The Laptop Cabana, Financial Literacy and much more!

Kathy and Mark reach deep into resources, news and happenings among math education and the Teachers Podcast family. Updates on sub-notebook computers, news items, Laptop Cabana product review, listener productions, teaching and learning abounds, math debates, rants and hosts of math celebration and resources. Another 21st century learning episode is packed with not-to-be-missed help for the educator who wants to be in the know!

Welcome back to the Revolution in Teaching and Learning!

Participate in the fun and learning- join in the dialogue: the Facebook group for TTPOD – check out the link, give us a call – or let us call you- come to the website to see, post on the blog or drop us an email!

Make us the center of your ed tech universe!

Covered in this Episode:

  • The TTP ‘Take’ on the Math Education Report from US Dept. of Education
  • Math Resources
  • Review of the Laptop Cabana
  • Further reflections on the ASUS Eee PC
  • Student Podcasting and Podcasts by Colleagues… and more

5th Annual WE LEARN (Net) Working
Gathering & Conference on Women and Literacy
http://www.litwomen.org/conference.html

KUDOS – Podcasting work by listeners and colleagues:

Articles

Product Review

Articles/Reports Mentioned this Episode

Resources:

BONUS RESOURCES!

  • Stock Market Game Resources

    Stock MKt Game

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