TCEA Conference 2014
Here's what I learned at the conference this year!
What's TCEA?
I really enjoyed my time at TCEA learning about the latest in technology, seeing that Harmon is really on the higher end of the learning curve, and networking with teachers from all over the country wanting to grow and learn more about technology. Check out the link for more detailed information - http://www.tcea.org/about
What I Learned!
Aurasma App - Augment Your Reality
Sphere App - 360 Photography
In World Geography we are in our SWACA (Southwest & Central Asia) unit. This week my students and I went on a Virtual Field Trip to Dubai using the Sphere App. Not only can they take 360 photos but there are photos people have created from sites all over the world!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTpNZtetJ58 - Demo
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sphere-360o-photography/id335671384?mt=8 - App Link
Visual.ly Infographics
Create infographics, make data come to life, or create a flyer on interesting topics
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiVKfNeRbPQ - Demo
Technology Trends at TCEA
Flipped Learning
Innovation - Creating Products, Products, PRODUCTS!
Encouraging students to THINK and CREATE, engage in higher order thinking, and even going beyond the realms of the classroom are some of the things to encourage in our classrooms.