Monthly Tech Tidbits
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The purpose of this monthly newsletter is to provide you with quick information, tips, and technology hacks for the classroom.
Social Emotional Learning
It's more important than ever for students to understand how to manage emotions, show empathy for others, and make responsible decisions. When I was in the classroom, I used the two sites below to help my students with their Social Emotional Learning.
GoNoodle
I love GoNoodle because it empowers students to be the best versions of themselves by practicing social emotional skills! Get in touch with your emotions with Mood Walk!
ClassDojo
If you haven't checked out the Big Ideas series yet from ClassDojo, do yourself a favor and go now! These are excellent videos & activities to use with your class to develop Social Emotional Learning skills, also known as "Soft Skills." My class would watch a new video each Monday morning to set our week off on the right foot! Your class is guaranteed to love them, too!
PS - Don't tell anyone, but I hear a new video is coming soon ;-)
Online PD? Yes, please!
#RCSTechChat
3/12 - Test Prep Strategies & Tools
4/2 - Deepen Student Learning During Presentations with Digital Tools
4/9 - Supporting Students through Extracurricular Activities
4/16 - Reaching Gifted Learners
4/23 - Ramp up Your Classroom Questioning
4/30 - TBD
PD in your PJs!
Don't know what a Twitter Chat is... No Problem.
Watch This Video to See How It Works and How to Earn PD Credit
Available April PDs
For a list of this month's available PDs, click HERE!
Have You Checked the Latest Version of Potty PD?
This Month's Featured Teacher
Special Thanks Go To...
Mrs. Cole, Mrs. Stahler, & Mrs. Wright
Mrs. Wright's Class
Mrs. Wright's class used Dash to solve perimeter problems.
Mrs. Stahler's Class
Mrs. Stahler's class used Dash to learn about and create arrays.
Mrs. Cole's Class
Mrs. Cole's class programmed dash to follow and present all the steps in various life cycles from penguins to plants.
Thanks for taking time to read this newsletter!
Please let me know if you have suggestions or ideas you'd like featured in upcoming newsletters!
Are you doing amazing techy things in your classroom? I'd love to feature you!
~ Stephanie
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Stephanie Smith, Instructional Technology Coach
ClassDojo Ambassador
GoNoodle Ambassador
Bloxels Ambassador
Nearpod Certified Educator
BrainPop Certified Educator
Microsoft Innovative Educator
Amazon Inspired Educator
Email: smithst@rcschools.net
Twitter: @smithstrws