Newest Tech Grid Additions
Additions posted on March 15, 2013.
Blocks!
Do your students like working with Legos? This app is for your class! Students can create Lego-type projects with this app. It even includes people! Download it at the App Store. For a preview of this app, go to http://youtu.be/9woMSzgBMt0 or view it on the second page of iPad Apps on the Tech Grid.
iSpeak ES
An awesome app for translating English to Spanish and Spanish to English. For a preview of this app, go to http://youtu.be/dKbMMkotQgU or view it on the second page of iPad Apps on the Tech Grid. This app has one of the best speech processors I've ever used.
Google Forms update!!!!!!!!!!
If you use Google Forms, there has been an update to the "Forms" feature. Go to the Tech Grid > Video Tutorials > Google Docs section.
CamStudio
More teachers are starting to utilize parts of the Flipped Classroom and are experiencing awesome success. "CamStudio" can be an integral part of all classrooms. Check out the tutorial on the Tech Grid > Video Tutorials > Recording Audio/Video.
Any Video Converter
Many teachers ask me how to convert their cell phone video or flip camera video to a format that is recognized on our district's website. There IS an answer that provides a free option. It's called, "Any Video Converter". Go to the Tech Grid > Video Tutorials > Downloading & Using "Any Video Converter".
Creating a Home Screen App Icon on iPad
Did you know that virtually any website you visit can be added as an icon on your iPad screen? Check out how easy it is to do (actually... it's silly easy to do.) Go to the Tech Grid > Video Tutorials > iPad Apps Tutorials.
Create a Classroom Book!
Every student can now be an author and/or illustrator. We have the technology to create a classroom book that will help promote reading and writing and maybe be the spark that will motivate a student to WANT to read, write, and create. See how on the Tech Grid > Video Tutorials > Reading/Writing.