Archive for January, 2009

Motivation to Integrate Tech into the Classroom

Tuesday, January 20th, 2009

Here is a great video I found that makes you think a bit about the content our children are taught.

Cheap Whiteboard using a Wii Remote

Sunday, January 11th, 2009

Wii remote whiteboardI came a cross something a while back that is really quite ingenious.  To make this whiteboard, the main things you need are:

  • A computer with bluetooth capabilities
  • A Wii Remote Control
  • A couple of small electronics (led, battery, wire,  bic pen) available for a couple of bucks from Radio Shack.
  • Recommended: (computer projector screen).

Johnny Lee provides the software to make it all work for free.  See the Video for a demonstration:

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Scholastic “Dollar Days” Deals for Teachers!

Wednesday, January 7th, 2009

ScholasticScholastic is having their “Dollar Days” for teachers, now until January 31, 2009 (or while supplies last).  Be sure to check out the outstanding deals on hundreds of books!

Scholastic Dollar Days

Superfast Puzzle Worksheets

Friday, January 2nd, 2009

Looking for activities for your students who finish their work fast?  How about some FREE puzzles worksheets that are geared toward any subject area that can be made in seconds?

  Printable WorksheetsOur sister site: www.TheTeachersCorner.net has some great puzzles for you!

Make one quickly and print them out.  Completely FREE and no registration is required!!  These worksheets are also great for homeschooling parents and tutors!