Hey Reader! When you’re unsure if you should use AI to help complete an upcoming task or project, I’ve put together four simple questions you can ask yourself to make the decision easier. This short video walks you through those questions step by step: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKAq8oRAbXQ Think of it as a quick filter you can run any idea through. In just a few minutes, you’ll know if AI is the time-saver you need or a distraction to avoid. The best part? Once you see the framework,...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! I know how frustrating it can be to get every student to the same website quickly, especially with those long web addresses. And sure, we could send the link through our learning management system, but that adds unnecessary steps for one link. That’s why I wanted to share this quick and easy tech tip with you! From your Chrome internet browser or SmartBoard, you can quickly create a QR code for any site so students can get there quickly! 🙌 Once the QR code is generated, students...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! Looking for a fresh, free, and fun way to review content or spark energy in your classroom? Blooket is a game-changer (literally). It turns your questions into competitive or collaborative games that your students will ask to play. Best of all? It’s free, easy to set up, and works on any device with a browser. ✅ Why It’s Great Today: It Levels the Playing Field: Blooket's game modes, like "Gold Quest," incorporate elements of chance alongside knowledge. This blend ensures that all...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! Happy Earth Month! 🌱 To help you celebrate Earth Day (April 22) and Earth Month in a meaningful and engaging way, I’ve gathered a list of free educational technology resources organized by category. These tools and activities support environmental awareness through hands-on learning, creativity, and digital exploration for all grade levels. 🎙️ LIVE VIRTUAL EVENTS Live from the Everglades – Earth Day LIVE Virtual CelebrationDate: April 22, 2025Time: 8:30–9:30 AM CSTPlatform:...
7 months ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader! As the school year winds down, I’m noticing lots of classrooms diving into research projects. But for our youngest learners, traditional search engines can quickly become overwhelming and hard to navigate. To support their curiosity (and save you time), I’ve put together a short list of kid-friendly research support websites. These sites are either designed specifically for children or include safe, easy-to-use search features that make research more accessible for early learners....
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! Do you ever find yourself grading student writing that’s a little… underwhelming? You know, those basic sentences like, “The dog ran.” While technically correct, they don’t tell the whole story. Let me introduce you to TextFX by Google—a no-account needed, FREE suite of tools that helps students expand and improve their writing in minutes. I just released a new YouTube video where I walk through 9 tools from TextFX that your students can use to: ✔️ Add rich details and...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! Looking for ways to save time on lesson planning and content creation? Check out our latest blog post comparing three powerful AI writing tools that are great for educators: Khanmigo, MagicSchool, and ChatGPT. These AI writing tools can help you: Save Time: Quickly generate lesson plans, quizzes, and instructional materials without the hassle of starting from scratch. Engage Students: Create interactive activities that capture students’ attention and enhance learning. Streamline...
9 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! Not sure what to write when using ChatGPT? You're not alone! Crafting the right prompts can make all the difference in getting useful, engaging, and creative responses. For this week’s Tuesday Tech Tip, we’re sharing a must-watch video: 101 ChatGPT Prompts for Teachers! This video will help you confidently use ChatGPT in the classroom and spark creativity, critical thinking, and efficiency in your teaching. In this video, you’ll learn:✅ The basics of using ChatGPT in education✅...
9 months ago • 1 min read
Reader, this is the video you don’t want to miss! 🎉 Enjoy a deep dive into 90 of the best free edtech tools available in 2025 across 18 categories—perfect for any teacher wanting to enhance their classroom with technology. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s included: AI Tools Game-Based Tools Assignment & Lesson Tools Math, Science, Social Studies, and Reading Tools Productivity & Efficiency Tools Visual Creation Tools SEL & Digital Citizenship Tools And more! ✨ Plus, there’s a downloadable PDF in...
9 months ago • 1 min read