Technology and Capstone Courses
In the Guide to Capstone Education from the National Capstone Consortium there are a series of questions posed about technology and the role it should, could or might possibly play …
Chrome Can: Drawing and Painting on a Chromebook
I am a hobby artist and enjoy painting using various media. However, back in 2006, I discovered an awesome painting application that I downloaded onto my Sony VAIO. It was …
Chrome Can: PDFs
Portable Document Format (PDF), is a widely used file type and, therefore, learning how to work with PDFs on a Chromebook is something every student should learn. Some of the …
Chrome Can: Chrome-based Tablet for the Classroom
I recently got my hands on the CTL Chromebook Tab Tx1. This tablet is a ChromeOS based tablet. I was excited to trial a Chrome-based tablet to see how it …
Using Screencasting and Google Slides to Make an Authentic Language Project
I have been lucky to assist a Spanish teacher with a project that she and I feel is very valuable to her second language learners. In a previous post, I …
Chrome Can: Interactive, Non-linear Stories
One way to help make learning to write and building a students competency in writing for a variety of audiences and styles is to give students a chance to practice …
Why Innovate in the Classroom?
I have been thinking recently about great teachers that are having students do amazing things in their classrooms. These innovative educators take on new challenges and push their students to …
Chrome Can: QR Codes
QR Codes which is short for Quick Response Codes were first invented and used in the automotive manufacturing industry to help keep track of parts and shipment. However, now they …
Chrome Can: Building Virtual Worlds
I have already discussed how Chromebooks are useful tools for STEM projects, editing photos and creating great designs but what about Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR)? While this …
Chrome Can: Chrome for the Holidays!
This post, while not really in line with my other posts, where you can learn about how Chromebooks are great tools for creation, collaboration, communication and critical thinking, will introduce …