Technology Smackdown - Round 2
Thought Provoking
More tools to explore
Mystery Science - Open and go lessons that inspire kids to love science (2nd-5th grades)
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The Kids Should See This - Library of super-cool, “not-made-for-kids, but perfect for them” videos that spark curiosity and inspire offline exploration.
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Presentations
More tools to explore
Google Slides - Part of GAFE; create and edit presentations online for free.
Haiku Deck - Online presentation software with emphasis on images; makes telling your story simple, beautiful, and fun. |
Slides Carnival - Free presentation templates for Google Slides.
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Teacher Productivity
Google Forms and QR Codes |
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Chrome Browser |
More tools to explore
Google Classroom - If your students use GAFE, this is a must; easily distribute assignments, communicate with students, and stay organized.
Google URL Shortener - Shorten URLs. Get the Chrome Extension here. |
Noisli - Block out annoying noises and get in the zone. Create custom combinations for the perfect sound environment.
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Maker
More tools to explore
Curiosity Machine - Encourages curiosity through hands-on
engineering design challenges. Instructables - Explore, document, and share your DIY creations. Makerspace Resources from Renovated Learning Wonder Workshop - Home of Dot and Dash; toy robots that make coding fun. Created with younger students in mind. |
Makey Makey - It's simple invention! Turn everyday objects into touchpads and combine them with the internet.
Sphero - App enabled robot shaped like a ball. Allows students to flex their coding muscles by using the coding app and seeing it in action immediately. Osmo - Combine with the iPad for app play and hands on fun. |