tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29212990052711341852024-03-14T02:06:13.297-07:00The State of TechThe State of Techhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581577703953148292noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-55439837136539770452014-01-21T19:17:00.004-08:002016-12-02T13:50:41.643-08:00The State of Tech - Episode 034 - "Tech Predictions 2014"The State of Tech - Episode 034 - "Tech Predictions 2014"<br />
Summary: In this episode we review last year’s tech predictions and ramble on about our tech predictions for 2014.<br />
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<li><b>Sean Beavers: </b><a href="mailto:remedy1978@gmail.com">remedy1978@gmail.com</a></li>
<li><b>Eric Griffith: </b><a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
<li><b>Eric Curts: </b>ericcurts@gmail.com<br /> </li>
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Awesome Thing of the Week</h2>
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<b>Sean: </b>Page Ruler Chrome Extension: <a href="http://tiny.cc/rulerextension">Link</a><br />
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<b>Eric C:</b><br />
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<li>NEWSELA - Daily nonfiction news articles, each available at multiple lexile levels, with associated Common Core aligned quizzes. Teachers can also assign and track student articles. <a href="http://newsela.com/">http://newsela.com/</a></li>
<li>Next Generation Assessments: <a href="http://nextgen.apps.sparcc.org/">http://nextgen.apps.sparcc.org</a></li>
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<b>Eric G: </b>Pebble Steel smart watch <a href="http://getpebble.com/">Link</a><br />
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Main Topic: Tech Predictions 2014<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Eric C</b><br />
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<li>Android and Chrome will crossover more. Chrome web apps will run in Chrome for Android on tablets and phones, and Android apps will run inside of Chrome on PCs’, Macs, and Chromebooks. Touchscreen Chromebooks will take full advantage of the features in Android apps.</li>
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<li>Mandatory online assessments (PARCC) will get pushed back one year due to technical problems and lawsuits from schools unable to meet the requirements.</li>
<li>There will be significant growth in e-learning as schools try to prepare for PARCC, offer an alternative for online schools, respond to the wave of teacher retirements, and take advantage of the growing amount of online curriculum and LMS tools. States will increasingly move away from the traditional Carnegie Unit of seat time for students to earn credit and offer competency-based alternatives. This will open up more options for blended learning, online classes, and software that personalizes instruction to each student.</li>
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<b>Eric G</b><br />
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<li>Car manufacturers will start using Android to replace their navigation, media and connection to your phone via bluetooth speaker.</li>
<li>Chrome Cast will add mirroring your Android smartphone or tablet as one of the features, making it a major competitor to the Apple TV.</li>
<li>Chromebooks will be more popular than ever this year with more manufacturers and better design and pricing. We will even hear of districts replacing their aging iPad carts with Chromebooks as a better alternative.</li>
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<b>Sean</b><br />
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<li>Chromecast mirroring will be enabled on all Android devices with an update or app.</li>
<li>Google Apps will become and be viewed as a viable alternative to traditional LMS solutions.</li>
<li>Coding will be offered by all if not most high schools by the end of 2014.</li>
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<b>TJ</b><br />
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<li>There will be more Google Chrome desktops</li>
<li>There will be a $99 Chrome tablet</li>
<li>There will be a change in adoption rates and the pendulum will switch from Apple devices to Google devices such as Android tablets and Chromebooks.</li>
<li>Google will spring clean a service that we all use and love and we will get over it</li>
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<b>Isaac Asimov</b><br />
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<li>There will be electroluminescent walls for our windowless homes, levitating cars for our transportation, 3D cube televisions that will permit viewers to watch dance performances from all angles, and "Algae Bars" that taste like turkey and steak ("but," he adds, "there will be considerable psychological resistance to such an innovation").</li>
<li><a href="http://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2013/12/in-1964-isaac-asimov-imagined-the-world-in-2014/282728/">http://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2013/12/in-1964-isaac-asimov-imagined-the-world-in-2014/282728/</a></li>
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<b>Tech Predictions 2013:</b><br />
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<b>Sean: </b><br />
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<li>Additional aspects of Chrome OS merge with the Android operating system, aspects of the Android operating system merge with Chrome OS. </li>
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<li>Wearable technology begins to emerge: Apple will release a watch-like device which will provide glanceable information such as email notifications, weather conditions, voicemail messages. Google is currently working on their Google Glass Explorer Edition.</li>
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<li>School’s will focus less on the device, and place increased importance on the services; making technology even more ubiquitous and readily available for students and staff.</li>
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<li>Chromebook adoption - There will be significant adoption of Chromebooks by schools due to their low price, high quality, aggressive marketing by Google, and the growing requirements for online standardized tests.</li>
<li>Cloud outage - A cloud outage will cause significant disruptions for schools. This is not necessarily because of any increase in problems with cloud services, but rather an increase in schools that are using and relying on web-based services and storage, which will cause the outage to affect many more people.</li>
<li>Google Fiber Expansion - Google Fiber will expand beyond Kansas City to other parts of the country. This will directly affect schools that can get the service, and indirectly affect others as competing providers have to begin lowering prices. Connectivity is currently one of the largest parts of a school’s tech budget.</li>
<li>Augmented Reality - Augmented reality will move from novelty to educationally viable tool.</li>
<li>Digital Textbooks - There will be a significant increase in the availability and adoption of digital alternatives to traditional textbooks. Look for many key players to get involved including Google, Amazon, and MIcrosoft. The trend will grow due to extremely low prices for devices and from clearly organized channels for purchasing high quality, standards-aligned digital curricula.</li>
<li>Digital schools - A nation-wide digital school will become available. It will see significant acceptance due to frustration with public schools, concerns over safety, the backing of a well-known company/brand, low cost for technology, increased ability to interact digitally, and high quality of the curriculum.</li>
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<li>Google Chrome will have a license-able version for the desktop, able to push and install apps and extensions just like you can with their Chromebooks.
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<li>Google will drop their price on the Google Chrome Box making it more appealing for Education.</li>
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Eric Griffithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13564111989980023415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-62394938354575775082013-12-03T19:18:00.000-08:002016-12-02T13:49:11.936-08:00The State of Tech - Episode 031 - "Formative Assessments and Polls"<br />
The State of Tech - Episode 031 - "Formative Assessments and Polls"<br />
Summary: In this episode we talk about free formative assessments and polls for your organization. Sean, Eric and TJ demo their favorite web based assessment tools.<br />
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<li><b>Sean Beavers: </b><a href="mailto:remedy1978@gmail.com">remedy1978@gmail.com</a></li>
<li><b>Eric Griffith: </b><a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
<li><b>TJ Houston: </b><a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com">tj@tjhouston.com</a></li>
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Main Topic: <br />Formative Assessments and Polls</h2>
* Why formative assessments are important <a href="http://www.edutopia.org/blog/formative-assessments-importance-of-rebecca-alber">Link</a> <br />
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All of the solutions presented today will work for one or more of these Categories <br />
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<li>BYOD/BYOT Solution</li>
<li>One to One Solution</li>
<li>Internal or District Solution</li>
<li>Parent Communication Solution</li>
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<b>Poll Everywhere - <a href="http://www.polleverywhere.com/" target="_blank">Link</a></b><br />
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<li>Poll Everywhere is a simple application that works well for live audiences using mobile devices like phones. People participate by visiting a fast mobile-friendly web page for your event, sending text messages, or using Twitter. Instructions are displayed on-screen. The poll that is embedded within the presentation or web page will update in real time. Advanced uses include texting comments to a presentation, texting questions to a presenter, web voting, and SMS interactivity in print, radio, and TV.</li>
<li>This service will work for all the above solutions.</li>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline;"><b>Socrative - <a href="http://www.socrative.com/">Link</a></b></span><br />
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<li>Quick Exercises</li>
<li>Exit Tickets</li>
<li>Quizes</li>
<li>Games</li>
<li>Reports</li>
<li>Cross Platform</li>
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<b>Nearpod - <a href="http://www.nearpod.com/">Link</a></b></span><br />
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<li>Limited to 30 students per session</li>
<li>PDF performance reports</li>
<li>50mb of storage, up to 20mb per lesson</li>
<li>Nearpod presentations can include video, images for annotation, quizzes, polls, webpage</li>
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<b>QuestBase - <a href="http://www.questbase.com/">Link</a></b><br />
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<li>QuestBase is a free, cross-platform application that provides everything you need to create and manage your assessments, tests, quizzes and exams, both on-line and printed. Designed as a training and learning tool, QuestBase can also be used for selection tests, psychological tests, satisfaction and opinion surveys, market researches and customer feedback.</li>
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<b>Google Forms - <a href="http://forms.google.com/" target="_blank">Link</a></b><br />
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<li>Let Google grade your tests for you- <a href="http://tjhouston.com/2011/08/have-google-grade-your-tests-for-you/">Link</a></li>
<li>Forms to PDF - <a href="http://tjhouston.com/2012/03/merge-info-from-google-forms-to-pdf-document-and-send-via-email/">Link</a></li>
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News:</h2>
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<li>Register for OETC Learning in Ohio Educational Technology Conference Jan 27-29 2014 $95 for 1 day - $155 for 2 days - $230 for 3 Days <a href="http://oetc.ohio.gov/">Link</a></li>
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<li>Digital Learning Day in Ohio - February 5, 2014 Join educators throughout Ohio as we celebrate Ohio history on Digital Learning Day, February 5, 2014. During the month of November, visit <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001R_1NcWMTLBOF6uSFF7kIQCZ6wiDRorkQi_SH_e809FHkd5JeidA1ULzNvr9I-cEWiHCh1N_fWb-YtaBB6bwHCRSg_MHvjsE_rifeRMpgHIs-kjxr1xczND7gR0KLtn3yvWE6q9rCFyLZV8wdkBsESjcuLpSx3RDkMhJsZCGTrCh2qhq7Kuq9xXdm2KMCG5JUan7PqrWcXhxQZYoeHWMfPfuJh4xQpjS8-X4wlqUbgVUsatYclsR_-MA-_D_yvNTBmkavYrF063Cc4FzxiGEcUWHjmPhau0lm82ZU3z5cR4p-awwoD9WqMg==">ohiodld.org</a> for Digital Learning Day resources, lesson plans and events offering opportunities for you to be a part of this record-breaking day.</li>
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<li>MiGoogle Conference Pre-Conference Workshops start November 4th Official Conference Workshops Starts on November 5th, <a href="http://www.miedtech.com/">Link</a></li>
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<li>Speak Up Ohio Surveys start OCT 2Participate in Speak Up 2013 and learn what K-12 students, educators, and parents have to say about educational uses of technology: All Ohio schools have been pre-registered. Online surveys will be open from October 2nd through December 20th, 2013. Every K-12 school and district is eligible to participate in Speak Up. Surveys and reports are available to participating schools and districts free of charge. All information is 100% confidential. Contact Sandy Paxton at spaxton@regents.state.oh.us, 614-728-8860 or Jenny Hostert at jhostert@tomorrow.org, 949-609-4660x17. Visit <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001R_1NcWMTLBN0lBr5cJm8dCey7rUO9fT0YZHCPzmVxx4mE28WkHefth1do3CQFv3nIEy8WWBn489sgmLTRXNOKQgLIRmlMdiy13aEl3exnRyzxSmKUIcJV2KJhiUMe4qRS6BxtoZYJNGGcZaRa4p1V_o0zzm_eA2xF4DNB7hxQWupTSQw1drOC82JC3vvNUZ6gY_nggSaDr0obCAe_GcGPgOsbPoiCD35J2_CgTaEzGUF3MYnHePp_lwliZTPm57QxjVetdtguxReZ4xN-gjlzb5XkKCpL2b_cCQJxgbx70xr4mwLLKLJsHSyfa-Sh8VZr-kzu1lQyUzAhGcriGhxrA==">the Ohio Speak Up page</a> to learn more and to access the survey!</li>
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Awesome Thing of the Week:</h2>
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<li><b>Sean</b>: Form+: Create forms and surveys that allow individuals to upload files to your Drive. <a href="http://formpl.us/">Link</a></li>
<li><b>Eric G:</b> Acer C720 Chromebook <a href="http://www.google.com/intl/en/chrome/devices/acer-c720-chromebook.html#specs">Link</a></li>
<li><b>TJ</b>: USB on the Go Cable <a href="http://www.amazon.com/CNE16187-Micro-USB-OTG-Adapter/dp/B005QX7KYU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1383411138&sr=8-1&keywords=usb+otg">Link</a></li>
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Useful Links:</h2>
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<li>The Teacher’s Guide to Polling in the Classroom - <a href="http://www.edudemic.com/the-teachers-guide-to-polling-in-the-classroom/">Link</a></li>
<li>Cybrary Man- <a href="http://cybraryman.com/assessments.html">Link</a></li>
<li><a href="https://sites.google.com/a/eusd.org/kjosephson/home/formative-assessment">https://sites.google.com/a/eusd.org/kjosephson/home/formative-assessment</a></li>
<li>12 Digital Tools to Implement Exit Slips - <a href="http://www.edudemic.com/12-digital-tools-to-implement-exit-slips/">Link</a></li>
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Eric Griffithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13564111989980023415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-36066525471355173292013-10-14T19:54:00.000-07:002016-12-02T13:47:52.652-08:00The State of Tech - Episode 030 - "Information Overload"The State of Tech - Episode 030 - "Information Overload"<br />
Summary: In this episode we talk about “Information Overload.” The guys share their best practices, tips and tricks and IT workflows dealing with the ever changing world of technology. Also new to the team, TJ Houston, Director of Technology for Huron City Schools.<br />
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<li><b>Sean Beavers: </b><a href="mailto:remedy1978@gmail.com">remedy1978@gmail.com</a></li>
<li><b>Eric Griffith: </b><a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
<li><b>TJ Houston: </b><a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com">tj@tjhouston.com</a></li>
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Main Topic: Information Overload</h2>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Have your Google Voice number call you to “Escape” </span><a href="https://ifttt.com/recipes/737" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Save all your gmail attachments to Dropbox </span><a href="https://ifttt.com/recipes/98759" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> or gmail attachments to Drive </span><a href="https://ifttt.com/recipes/108664" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Save my iOS photos to Dropbox </span><a href="https://ifttt.com/recipes/103376" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Saves anything you favorite on Twitter to Pocket </span><a href="https://ifttt.com/recipes/122031" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Mark “Watch Later on YouTube” and save it to Pocket! </span><a href="https://ifttt.com/myrecipes/personal/5069093" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Download New Facebook Photos You're Tagged In to Dropbox </span><a href="https://ifttt.com/myrecipes/personal/4586411" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Add your foursquare checkin history to your Google Calendar </span><a href="https://ifttt.com/recipes/21314" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Foursquare history on a Google Drive Spreadsheet </span><a href="https://ifttt.com/recipes/56318" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Track Foursquare check-ins (w/ Maps) in a Google Drive Spreadsheet </span><a href="https://ifttt.com/myrecipes/personal/5952075" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Google Reminders to SMS </span><a href="https://ifttt.com/recipes/76944" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Helpdesk Gmails to SMS </span><a href="https://ifttt.com/recipes/76943" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Copys any link sent to gmail label to diigo as a public bookmark </span><a href="https://ifttt.com/recipes/76941" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-6f69b5f0-b9eb-cdd0-5977-0ca3932fb994"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Google reader alternatives/RSS feeds</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">replacement for Google Reader</span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Feed+ </span><a href="https://script.google.com/macros/s/AKfycby-KOzuotva72PMUG57zIJl16Sa_iu17GHU6d2VdubRQTxmGGU/exec" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Google Alerts </span><a href="http://www.google.com/alerts/manage" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">rssitfor.me </span><a href="http://www.rssitfor.me/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A Simple Way to Create RSS Feeds for Twitter </span><a href="http://bit.ly/DI-RSS_Tweets" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Bloglovin </span><a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">link</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">GetPocket.com</span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">LastPass.com</span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Fantastic password manager for all browsers and devices </span></div>
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<a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/lastpass-vault/ncliohomlfopnmlfkepkcbnhmeijkhhf?utm_source=gmail" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Chrome Extension</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/checker-plus-for-gmail/oeopbcgkkoapgobdbedcemjljbihmemj?utm_source=gmail" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Mail Checker Plus for Google Mail™</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Reads your email</span></div>
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<li style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="line-height: 1.15; vertical-align: baseline;"><b>Ohio Educational Technology Conference</b> - Call for proposals open until October 16th </span><span style="color: #1155cc; line-height: 1.15; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="http://oetc.ohio.gov/CallforProposals.aspx" style="line-height: 1.15; text-decoration: none;">Link</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Ohio Google Apps Summit</b> dates set - May 13th and 14th </span><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="http://itipohio.org/protected/ArticleView.aspx?iid=6GPGI20&dasi=3IB0" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; text-decoration: none;">Link</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>ITSCO </b>- <b>Technology Leadership Symposium</b> </span><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="http://www.itsco.org/leadership" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; text-decoration: none;">Link</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Let us know if you have any news or conferences that you would like promoted!</span></li>
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<li><span style="line-height: 1.15; vertical-align: baseline;">savefrom.net - </span><span style="color: #1155cc; line-height: 1.15; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="http://en.savefrom.net/" style="line-height: 1.15; text-decoration: none;">Link</a></span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 1.15; vertical-align: baseline;">Logitech Cube Mouse </span><span style="color: #1155cc; line-height: 1.15; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="http://www.logitech.com/en-gb/product/cube" style="line-height: 1.15; text-decoration: none;">Link</a></span></li>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Eric G: </b></span></div>
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<li><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 1.15; vertical-align: baseline;">Google Chrome Cast </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; line-height: 1.15; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="http://www.google.com/intl/en/chrome/devices/chromecast/?gclid=CN-g3PvOl7oCFe4-Mgod4TsAsg#netflix" style="background-color: white; line-height: 1.15; text-decoration: none;">Link</a></span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 1.15; vertical-align: baseline;">Read Write Google Chrome Extension </span><a href="about:blank" style="background-color: white; line-height: 1.15; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline;">Link</span></a></li>
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<li><a href="https://github.com/dz0ny/leapcast" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; text-decoration: none;">Leapcast</a></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pebble Watch </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://getpebble.com/" style="line-height: 1.15; text-decoration: none;">Link</a></span></li>
<li><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.awwa" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Smart Training</span></a><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></li>
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Eric Griffithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13564111989980023415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-5788078480714702132013-06-22T12:21:00.000-07:002016-12-02T13:45:56.032-08:00The State of Tech - Episode 029 - "Gamification Part 1"The State of Tech - Episode 029 - "Gamification Part 1"<br />
Summary: In this episode we talk about gamification with guests Seann Dikkers and David Grimes; what it is, what it isn’t, best practices, and benefits for both teachers and students.<br />
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Hosts:</h2>
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<li><b>Sean Beavers:</b> <a href="mailto:remedy1978@gmail.com">remedy1978@gmail.com</a></li>
<li><b>Eric Curts:</b> <a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/">www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li><b>Eric Griffith:</b> <a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
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Guests:</h2>
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<li><b>David Grimes</b><br />Director of Academics<br />Ohio Valley College of Technology<br /><a href="mailto:dgrimes@gmail.com">dgrimes@gmail.com</a></li>
<li><b>Seann Dikkers</b><br />Assistant Professor<br />Educational Studies Ohio University<br /><a href="mailto:sdikkers@gmail.com">sdikkers@gmail.com</a></li>
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Main Topic: Gamification Part 1<br />
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News:</h2>
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<li>Registration now open for OETC 2014. Super early bird rate available. <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001hqocWFFu5krMYGGiLPn7kIXfjqrRTXNbLrLPgAXbLV_JX-XiZvGfIwx4ETtoHZFQV-hnt837dPUoHCGKWBQ-P7b4a0wQWV3HcY-pyj6FqiJTs5Rjotc0DJFpq_cGZcDGwjAhsF1gVPXDlP46vzKqemDyZamta4bQsxKnR4bphupc9Fb7LO0Inwfr8_cGXSOiZLHrCAQXRoPVuSjt7QZEnoaSOFAcBH02o8gyS2Dgg-OLtzf8FE5tGaGBgP2-J4sBGg1-ssgvRwItahsBYNDtWRYG01wVMnMhwoBAi6KiZMeRAOXztvgacDviF6otg8FDHmA8IQpK8kWufC0zyWutAg==">Link</a></li>
<li>Destination: Spa! Online Bootcamp: INFOhio will offer their second online bootcamp August 5 through 7. <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001hqocWFFu5kothnlBFYBC9Xow2zZKpAs2MVgOjkOmipAu198lHuEhT_nXDTMSzB6oz0EwvIQFHiVXUwikYz-KIGMPtMLLEQSWJIpWtiRre-ip4LCbD6-JNfOqHFJ6aB61ZuFJkSpZTaFAr_EylKkunqEHCtDKKXaZsXyrQTF4thsHS0oDDCD6foY1s1yWiRkwa9XrXlakHfsOreJdrpUOQ57vKTx0Vee8XbKkQ2VwAcMvTsIHJBYHZdtBn6kCq5y1tZPLB-Ni8MQ10rZ19Zv7rGR_TgJoJF1zXetaNaWNE1xe0lXOeuEbQD44-OHfAOZTkPo4Aj5jXtPw7SiKBmHRf0dOxJNv5tkm0T9attYsJ-KvyDy9bMQ2Kfmq5K9wSDLW">Link</a></li>
<li>Innovative Teaching and Learning PD Day: Call for presenters. Free professional development day full of presentations about innovative uses of technology. <a href="http://www.lancaster.k12.oh.us/content_page2.aspx?cid=624&utm_source=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK%2C+May+24%2C+2013&utm_campaign=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK+May+2%2C+2013&utm_medium=email">Link</a></li>
<li>SPARCC Education Conference - August 6th at RG Drage Career Center in Massillon, OH. Free conference open to the first 400 registrants. <a href="http://www.sparcc.org//TechnologyConference.aspx">Link</a></li>
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<li><b>Sean:</b> Socrative: Now include images and auto-grade short answer questions. <a href="http://www.freetech4teachers.com/2013/04/video-how-to-use-new-features-of.html#.UXLESrXvt8E">Link</a><br />* Update your teacher profile <a href="https://socrative.com/plans/teacher-profile.php">here</a> to unlock these new features.</li>
<li><b>Eric C:</b> Google+ Communities - <a href="http://www.google.com/+/learnmore/communities/">http://www.google.com/+/learnmore/communities/</a></li>
<li><b>Eric G</b>: Synergyse Training, Inc - <a href="http://www.synergyse.com/">http://www.synergyse.com/</a></li>
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Eric Griffithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13564111989980023415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-48455882302858662882013-04-06T18:42:00.000-07:002016-12-02T13:44:24.628-08:00The State of Tech - Episode 028 - "Spotlight Indian Valley Local Schools"The State of Tech - Episode 028 - "Spotlight Indian Valley Local Schools"<br />
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Summary: In this episode we spotlight Indian Valley Local Schools and speak with Brian Dittfeld, the Technology Director. Brian shares his timeline, process, technology, and any and all tips and tricks for doing a successful one to one initiative. <br />
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<li><b>Sean Beavers:</b> <a href="mailto:remedy1978@gmail.com">remedy1978@gmail.com</a></li>
<li><b>Eric Curts:</b> <a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/">www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li><b>Eric Griffith:</b> <a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
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<li><b>Brian Dittfeld</b> - Technology Director Indian Valley Local Schools <a href="mailto:brian.dittfeld@ivschools.org">brian.dittfeld@ivschools.org</a></li>
<li>Cameo by <b>Brian Pool</b> from National Trail Local School District in New Paris Ohio</li>
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<li><a href="https://docs.google.com/folder/d/0B62QOrk8FME-TXF0NkY0SFJuYUk/edit" target="_blank">Link to Brian's Great 1:1 Information</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">News:</span><br />
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<li>Return of eTech Ohio’s Summer Summit: <a href="https://etechohio.us2.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_cJemfBrOxOe1lop&utm_source=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK%2C+March+21%2C+2013&utm_campaign=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK+March+14%2C+2013&utm_medium=email">Link</a></li>
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<li>Taking place June 18th, 2013</li>
<li>Submit three question survey to choose topics</li>
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<li>iLearn Ohio Spring Pilot: <a href="http://ilearnohio.org/?utm_source=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK%2C+March+21%2C+2013&utm_campaign=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK+March+14%2C+2013&utm_medium=email">Link</a></li>
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<li>The Ohio Resource Center is seeking LEAs, ESCs, and other educational organizations to begin using iLearnOhio this spring prior to the state-wide roll out this fall.</li>
<li>Participants will receive hands-on training and support to implement e-learning for the 2013 - 2014 school year</li>
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<li>WVIZ/Idealstream spring and summer online professional development classes: <a href="http://www.ideastream.org/education/online?utm_source=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK%2C+March+21%2C+2013&utm_campaign=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK+March+14%2C+2013&utm_medium=email">Link</a></li>
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<li>Begins April 17th, May 1st</li>
<li>Open to all Ohio educators</li>
<li>Graduate credit available through the University of Akron or Cleveland State University</li>
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<li>Ohio Google Apps Summit: <a href="http://itipohio.org/protected/ArticleView.aspx?iid=5PAYGB&dasi=3IB0" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
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<li>Columbus Convention Center May 13th and 14th</li>
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<li>Web App Reviews: <a href="http://www.webappreviews.org/">Link</a></li>
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<li>The best web apps and Chrome extensions for education</li>
<li>Adding new content weekly, please check our YouTube channel: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/webappsedu">Link</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Awesome Thing of the Week</span><br />
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<li><b>Sean</b>: Backupify Migrator - <a href="http://www.migrationapp.com/">http://www.migrationapp.com</a> - Migrate one Google Apps for free for signing up. Ten migrations $149, free with Backupify subscription $36 per year.</li>
<li><b>Eric C</b>: Feedly RSS Aggregator - <a href="http://www.feedly.com/">http://www.feedly.com</a> - Great replacement for Google Reader</li>
<li><b>Eric G</b>: Voyager Legend bluetooth headset <a href="http://www.plantronics.com/us/product/voyager-legend">Link</a></li>
<li><b>Brian D</b>: Google Drive’s Keep - <a href="http://drive.google.com/keep">Link</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Next episodes:</span><br />
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<li>Gamification Parts 1 & 2</li>
<li>Spotlight Goshen Local School District</li>
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Eric Griffithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13564111989980023415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-46890825377778436032013-03-24T19:32:00.000-07:002016-12-02T13:42:58.025-08:00The State of Tech - Episode 027 - "Best Chrome Web Apps and Extensions for Education"The State of Tech - Episode 027 - "Best Chrome Web Apps and Extensions for Education"<br />
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Summary: In this episode we talk about our favorite educational Chrome web apps and extensions.<br />
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<li><b>Sean Beavers:</b> <a href="mailto:remedy1978@gmail.com">remedy1978@gmail.com</a></li>
<li><b>Eric Curts:</b> <a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/">www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li><b>Eric Griffith:</b> <a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
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<ul><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5NcQedeIUlSLc-B8n0f2dTThOfbx3hLGoCRqCilMdsvvDHPzQFFzRMWwS_9ORKd6AA69iLwpIpaiV4inX4DfchFEMkQBBJV-rZvUYFZBoOsxtNb01X6-w1tc-yZ9aEB4eAOQKekcFLDw/s1600/webstore-consumer.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="218" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5NcQedeIUlSLc-B8n0f2dTThOfbx3hLGoCRqCilMdsvvDHPzQFFzRMWwS_9ORKd6AA69iLwpIpaiV4inX4DfchFEMkQBBJV-rZvUYFZBoOsxtNb01X6-w1tc-yZ9aEB4eAOQKekcFLDw/s320/webstore-consumer.jpg" width="320" /></a>
<li><b>Ivan Nieves</b>: Instructional Solutions Architect, Concord Academy. Google Certified Teacher, Apple Distinguished Educator. Twitter: @ivannieves</li>
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<b>Sean Beavers</b><br />
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<li>EasyBib Tools Extension - <a href="http://tiny.cc/easybibtools">Link</a> - Check the validity of any source on the Internet. Add citations in MLA or APA style with just a few clicks. Export your bibliography to Google Drive.<br />Lazarus Form Recovery Extension - <a href="http://tiny.cc/lazarusformrecovery">Link</a> - Save all of your online form data for up to 14 days. If you accidentally close a tab, lose your Internet connection, or erase what you’re typing; simply click the Lazarus icon within the form field and automatically re-populate all fields.</li>
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<b>Eric Curts</b><br />
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<li><b>GeoGebra</b> - <a href="http://www.webappreviews.org/2013/03/geogebra.html">Link</a> - GeoGebraTube is the official repository of GeoGebra constructions and GeoGebra related resources.</li>
<li><b>Tab Scissors</b> - <a href="http://www.webappreviews.org/2013/03/tab-scissors.html">Link</a> - This simple tab organization tool divides one window into two.</li>
<li><b>Pocket </b>- <a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/pocket/jijgclgmgjipgefcnnnibgllfonlfdap">Link</a> - When you find something on the web that you want to view later, put it in Pocket. It automatically syncs to your phone, tablet or computer so you can view it at any time, even without an internet connection.</li>
<li><b>Drive Template Gallery</b> - <a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/drive-template-gallery/edccfahmoapjmcaahncgcekjodejmhkg">Link</a> - You can use the Google Drive Template Gallery to create your document, spreadsheet, presentation, or form. Whether you need a resume and cover letter, an invoice, a birthday card, or any of a wide variety of templates, our gallery can help you get your doc started.</li>
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<b>Eric Griffith</b><br />
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<li><b>Progress Bar Timer</b> - <a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/progress-bar-timer/lmnlbapfmmoaehepmgbkgfcgpddlhbko?utm_source=gmail">Link</a> - Great alternative for all those non digital timers and scoreboards</li>
<li><b>Webcam Toy </b>- <a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/webcam-toy/lfbgimoladefibpklnfmkpknadbklade?utm_source=gmail">Link</a>- I use this with my IPEVO Doc Camera, Take photos with your webcam using over 70 free fun effects. Save photos to your computer and post to Twitter or Facebook!</li>
<li><b>Gantter </b>- <a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/gantter/himomacamcpodhkahelbnmaddladgjgo?utm_source=gmai">Link</a> -FREE Enterprise web-based project scheduling app that works with Google Drive and also allows you to open and edit MS Project files. </li>
<li><b>PDFzen </b>- <a href="https://pdfzen.com/">Link</a> - PDFzen will always be free to markup, share and collaborate on documents. No strings attached. </li>
<li><b>Realtimeboard.com</b> - <a href="about:blank">Link</a> - Its Prezi like interactive board for Google Drive. The app provides you with an endless whiteboard where you collaborate in real time visually and freely, with no limitations. Add images and documents from your device, the web or Google Drive. With markup tools and mini-chats work on your projects and discuss in real time. Access the app wherever you are. That’s extremely helpful for business, education as well as everyday life.</li>
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<b>Ivan Nieves</b> <a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1o3twnU96bPJCyvMClkMh7wSPylJHQBWPvNrAfd3rOsc/edit?usp=sharing">Presentation Link</a><br />
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<li>Hojoki -<a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/hojoki/ifjcgdcbhobdcojhnabjlholpbdmnpaa?hl=en">Link</a> - Hojoki is a web application that lets you connect a number of different cloud services, and consolidate activity streams. You can create virtual "workspaces," wherein you identify particular assets that you are sharing with other people. A good usage example is that for a project you might share a Dropbox Folder, a Google Drive folder, A Google Calendar, and an Evernote Notebook. Every time a co-worker adds and changes a document, uploads a file, or clips a note, you will see a notification on the Activity Feed for the Project. You can create tasks, comment of actions, and open the files directly by clicking on them.</li>
<li>Jolidrive - <a href="https://drive.jolicloud.com/">Link</a> - Jolidrive is a web service that lets you collect all the content you create in a variety of online locations into one spot. Add Social Networking sites, File Storage apps, photo & music sharing sites into one easy to access place. </li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Useful Links:</span> <br />
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<li>Web App Reviews - <a href="http://www.webappreviews.org/">Link</a></li>
<li>Chrome Web Store - <a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore">Link</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">News:</span><br />
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<li><b>Ohio Speak Up Webinar Series</b> - <a href="http://www.etech.ohio.gov/speakup2012?utm_source=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK%2C+March+6%2C+2013&utm_campaign=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK+March+6%2C+2013&utm_medium=email">Link</a> - Series of webinars provided insight into Ohio and national results of the annual Speak Up survey.</li>
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<li>Online and Blended Learning 3/18 @11am</li>
<li>Mobile Learning and Social Media Use 4/2 1pm</li>
<li>Digital Content within Instruction 4/11 1pm</li>
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<li><b>PARCC Assessment Administration Guidance Released</b> - <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001g5cFBRyO-2xtBRwZdu8s2wtUIuUXwzFHlpcK2e5OGZS7JCeWoc886ZocCJ3WnvIDAd6X4pm0_HED-lZ21A9WqAq29mzpyTVv-utA6pK_Ah0XmfHciHoUHM4qw5aRjZB2BZBIl06r2VuTQAmUrHZqf9WjUbeiiyVrNIXAkEa4loN-y6Bw3ytv_8YNlvOEGRkymtq0yQnGlpXTwMpPfB3Q7WUABH2yUV4suDVfyxvWWPeS5j4eek08I36Jdwsq_s0mQSBSvgbsOnXEpJsgiPdoSxKhvyzBYEuCWoPfcami4TkLWu6wDnNnoFCF-skKz2sFm-w9WJMaxFa1l-h5LXSmQcCwBcLF_AwDP9H6ILIXc7IYNKJxONfPqVp7OsOUKQAjQ7hJrQyKqPBNACfekj11r0RCBzbMvfrhcNNslxoXSnIu7ixRosqgIfVbhLnlWOzYIhpLG7qbXw__fyQ28fTsnA==">Link</a></li>
<li><b>Contribute Technology Integration Ideas to the Model Curriculum</b> - <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001g5cFBRyO-2xapUwbJMI0xKXmJ3mc3l0pgX9r_zreV61YO26Ts-TjyERj_pTyI32uy-CmZ-RemPjelq-HNJd_-IpBS2vbvonQEUoYCpGD1D3v_YcQ3FOr8c4ZTnFTHPonGL1eir9guHnO4WAYg1P0S8HcU0Tj_Rh__nPtJnfZ73zSbkIoXwNGAxfB1hoCJMibve8tghcJD0U6iOcYYc4EwpkqqDr92H9irZbE273y2xne2WYZlHeuybukv7ddp0Vm_pokra863XhIReMArHPWrTmkvMRuN0sfZRP0SYdBdvI568UzKcXe-vKJ6PRAS9KjLQxk2QazeP_O3NdyBhxrcFkLMYy1epRxk2kGrmkta7G-ojaAjv3odYTjCNloqS-H">Link</a> - Help ODE’s Office of Curriculum and Assessment incorporate resources and strategies for technology integration directly into the model curriculum. The ODE is interested in learning specific ways you have integrated technology to support instruction.</li>
<li><b>Innovation Mixer</b> - <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001g5cFBRyO-2xqJg1KzzXYTN0Mku-_9CRYe5l6nluaR1zDZE7k1LbrPHfB-kj_TuQB5uW6shBK-WM1H1dAVOeg9jiVr8pPy4fZ2-uC0gAxCBLaPIZ-RGbL0qvVGVIlfHnkcMoE9JU_s9IF2QS8EECU7PMVhMtpnU9fN0j-ZAdoewmsyPpAXLwGDYWpwGYmOeWrvbMmr1xoItTes9LB584UzyJWmRYKVAv9iKDsOmFAupWVqgS4gQZ_ZTsUWVWLVAw73aC43NpJVtY4jObQMSSZmwca0-f5pzFMLmA-Ks_yL-HUor6oasuv43_R3I20GOjELdwrbxaiDksM_eo_i420l6pSdRPdZpldjMDUc8bAT7w=">Link</a> - ITSCO and Metropolitan Educational Council are co-hosting a free Innovation Mixer April 24th at 5:3pm at J. Liu’s in Worthington. The event includes food and refreshments, networking, and brief presentations by educators and business leaders.</li>
<li><b>2013 NEOTech Conference</b> - <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001g5cFBRyO-2z-_54sJ9cShJ8TqTz1K3LATa66Psbg6r-JyDihGtrFiRVXQVnFuzU55m-eBYLvwvHWySvROhj1AFqCg0YEaRAEQCf3RTer8f7cBNzW4Tz_1_tlPCJL_07brZcrJ-iWEuYBFw11DcmwGpsbWVeo4pUGulW3b82Wr1B6IxU0TFoJLecQCEHEBaaRxB0_6ObP8IJT3derJfo3eZZhUeN4Tt5pxBgvuszoNpSbmbJwY2hXwwvPCcDdZ-SVlgaL53rYzmwHby05QDnQt9R42sJxNWNdfYrykKGH7n2YPBkgfVjpREZ2fNt0kvFLNkNurTtPtJ9tSVOYLnYieA==">Link</a>- March 19th</li>
<li><b>Ohio Google Apps Summit</b> - <a href="http://itipohio.org/protected/ArticleView.aspx?iid=5PAYGB&dasi=3IB0">Link</a> - May 13th & 14th</li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Awesome Thing of the Week:</span><br />
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<li><b>Sean: Mailbox for iOS</b> - <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/mailbox/id576502633?mt=8">Link</a> - Mailbox is a completely redesigned inbox that makes email light, fast, and mobile-friendly. Quickly swipe messages to your archive or trash. Scan an entire conversation at once with chat-like organization. Snooze emails until later with the tap of a button — they’ll return to your inbox automatically so you can focus on what's important now.</li>
<li><b>Eric C: DeskCycle</b> - <a href="http://www.desk-cycle.com/">Link</a> - The DeskCycle makes it easy to get safe and effective exercise while working at your desk. It's the only bike that was specifically designed for this purpose.</li>
<li><b>Eric G: Kraken A.M.S. Case for Apple iPad 2/iPad 3/iPad 4th Generation</b> - <a href="http://www.tridentcase.com/shop-products/tablets-ereader-tablets-ereader-apple-ipad-2/kraken-ams-case-apple-ipad-2-ipad-3-ipad-4th-generation.aspx">Link</a> - Kraken A.M.S. case for tablets consists of an impact-resistant silicone inner layer, covered by a hardened polycarbonate outer-casing, with a built-in screen protector, to provide maximum protection. Kraken A.M.S. case includes an attachment port that supports a twist-and-lock feature to securely fit a variety of A.M.S. tablet attachments, allowing you to use your device to its full potential.</li>
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Eric Griffithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13564111989980023415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-84506345231763303722013-02-16T19:33:00.002-08:002016-12-02T13:40:37.675-08:00The State of Tech - Episode 26 - "Best of OETC13"The State of Tech - Episode 26 - "Best of OETC13"<br />
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Summary: In this episode we talk about the best of the Ohio Educational Technology Conference for 2013.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Main Topic: Best of OETC13</span><br />
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<li style="font-weight: bold;">Bloomin' iPads (Bloom's Taxonomy)</li>
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<li>Bill Mooney, Jessica Burley ITSCO</li>
<li><a href="http://schedule.etech.ohio.gov/event/a34876c86524f0e33be91355897c9e83#.URuX8ulGJ5Q">Link</a></li>
<li><a href="http://bit.ly/etech-bloomin">Handouts</a></li>
<li>Variety of apps to support the different levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy</li>
<li>Used the story of Goldilocks to illustrate the different levels of Bloom’s:</li>
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<li>Remember: describe the setting of the Goldilocks story</li>
<li>Understand: Summarize what the Goldilocks story is about</li>
<li>Create: Compose an app to convey the Goldilocks story in a new form</li>
<li>TouchAppCreator - <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/touchappcreator/id447590667?mt=8">Link</a> - Create web applications including images, video, audio recordings, music, files from Dropbox or Google Drive, even image galleries. Upload to Google Drive. Create icon on the iOS device home screen.</li>
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<li><b>Dojo </b>- The BEST Behavior Management System I’ve Ever Seen</li>
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<li>Joseph Kuzior, Brian Sugerman Rittman Elementary School</li>
<li><a href="http://schedule.etech.ohio.gov/event/c3f6ed0742d6068ca6471c4fc6a0757c#.URue0KF4Zyw">Link</a></li>
<li><a href="http://s19.a2zinc.net/clients/etechohio/etechohio13/CUSTOM/Handout/Speaker3139_Session193_1.pdf">Handouts</a></li>
<li>Class Dojo - <a href="http://www.classdojo.com/">Link</a> - Create your class(es) and account at classdojo.com. Add students, modify and create positive and negative behaviors. Provide login for students and their parents. Students can customize their Avatar, keep track of their points. Teachers can assign points from the website or use the iOS app. Generate reports for parents via email or private code</li>
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<li><b>IPEVO Wireless Station for iPad and USB Document Cameras</b> $69</li>
<li><a href="http://www.ipevo.com/prods/IPEVO-WS-01-Wireless-Station-for-iPad-and-USB-Document-Cameras/0/0/">Link</a></li>
<li><b>IPEVO Whiteboard</b> - <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ipevo-whiteboard/id594766738?mt=8">Link</a> - Whiteboard software for your iPad. Work with an existing image or live images wirelessly from your Zigi or P2V camera. Annotate the image using the whiteboard tools. Save a snapshot to your camera roll.</li>
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<li><b>Eric C</b></li>
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<li><b>Minecraft - </b><a href="http://schedule.etech.ohio.gov/event/c300b57edcaa7b3626d6425bd38c56ed#.URruzr_7Lgc">Link</a> - Michelle King, teacher, The Environmental Charter School - <a href="http://failforward.weebly.com/">http://failforward.weebly.com/</a> - <a href="http://www.sitehoover.com/minecraft">www.sitehoover.com/minecraft</a> Most problems in real life are not linear, so we need to try to provide more non-linear, creative, learning options for students.</li>
<li><b>OETCx - </b><a href="http://oetcx.com/">http://oetcx.com/</a> - The unconference - Great way for attendees to share and interact in more natural ways.</li>
<li><b>Andrew Ng</b> <b>- </b><a href="http://schedule.etech.ohio.gov/event/24372aac7f939047d3fff4d6c2b0a43c#.URuvNb_7Lgc">Link</a> - Director, Stanford Artificial Intelligence Lab - Coursera - Education should be helping students to achieve, not telling them what grade level student they are. Give them opportunity to retry until they master the material. Mastery should be the constant. Time to master should be the variable. Plus crowd-sourcing of peer grading. Be sure to watch the recorded keynote!</li>
<li><span id="internal-source-marker_0.0013919577468186617"><b>iLearnOhio </b>- <a href="http://ilearnohio.org/">http://ilearnohio.org</a></span> - Free standards aligned resources, LMS, lesson builder, assessment builder, course builder, parent portal. Optional premium courses for a cost.</li>
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<li><b>Gmail and Google Apps Security</b> by Eric Curts</li>
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<li><a href="http://schedule.etech.ohio.gov/event/210d6a336546a56457509df6c54786f1#.URuV1-lGJ5Q">Link</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.appsusergroup.org/presentations/email-security">http://www.appsusergroup.org/presentations/email-security</a></li>
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<li><b>Roger Minier, Ph.D</b>.- Discover an implementation model that helps YOUR 1:1 technology implementation improve student performance. From initial needs assessments through community involvement, teacher professional development, distribution of equipment (or BYO), district policies and evaluation, this session outlines key strategies step-by-step. Participants should have a background in the research and best-practice of 1:1 / BYO, or have attended “1:1 and BYO: What Works, What does not?”</li>
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<li><a href="http://schedule.etech.ohio.gov/event/bbed2de70400ae984c34454c4fb10fc3#.URuXZ-lGJ5Q">Link</a></li>
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<li><b>Read&Write for Google Docs™ - </b>Great extension for Google Chromebook that will read and highlight your text in a Google Doc word for word. Great use case for troubled readers. The company will soon be adding predictive text to this tool for an even better experience</li>
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<li><a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/readwrite-for-google-docs/inoeonmfapjbbkmdafoankkfajkcphgd">Link</a></li>
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<li><b>The Lenovo Chromebook - </b>Thanks to CDWG for the use of their Lenovo Chromebook - Watch the show for the details on whe we think of Lenovo’s first run at a Google Chromebook.</li>
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<li><a href="http://tiny.cc/lenovochromebook">Link</a></li>
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<li><b>Reflector App - </b>Great replacement for the Apple TV if you don't have a projector that supports HDMI - <a href="https://www.reflectorapp.com/">Link</a></li>
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Eric Griffithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13564111989980023415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-43972493857202293482013-02-03T18:36:00.000-08:002016-12-02T13:39:04.619-08:00The State of Tech - Episode 025 - "Tech Predictions"The State of Tech - Episode 25 - "Tech Predictions"<br />
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Summary: In this episode we talk about our predictions for Educational Technology in 2013.<br />
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<li><b>Sean</b>: </li>
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<li><b>Powerbot for Gmail</b> (Chrome Extension): Send email messages to Evernote. Share Evernote notebooks and notes in an email message. <a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/powerbot-for-gmail/dklapjeioellcmcgfidfhpefmbnihibo">Link</a></li>
<li><b>Powerbot for Google Calendar</b> (Chrome Extension): Automatically creates a new note from a template for new events added to Google Calendar. Note template is customizable. <a href="http://gcal.powerbotapps.com/#main">Link</a></li>
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<li><b>Eric C</b>: </li>
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<li>Over 50 new education templates released for <b>LucidChart</b>, the free online graphic organizer tool - <a href="http://www.appsusergroup.org/news/new-lucidchart-templates">Link</a></li>
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<li><b>Eric G</b>: </li>
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<li><b>Pocket:</b> Save articles, videos, and images you find online. Articles are available offline. Pocket syncs across all your device. <a href="http://getpocket.com/">Link</a></li>
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<li><b>Sean</b>: </li>
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<li>Additional aspects of Chrome OS merge with the Android operating system, aspects of the Android operating system merge with Chrome OS. </li>
<li>Wearable technology begins to emerge: Apple will release a watch-like device which will provide glance-able information such as email notifications, weather conditions, voice-mail messages. Google is currently working on their Google Glass Explorer Edition.</li>
<li>School’s will focus less on the device, and place increased importance on the services; making technology even more ubiquitous and readily available for students and staff</li>
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<li><b>Eric C</b>: </li>
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<li>Chromebook adoption - There will be significant adoption of Chromebooks by schools due to their low price, high quality, aggressive marketing by Google, and the growing requirements for online standardized tests.</li>
<li>Cloud outage - A cloud outage will cause significant disruptions for schools. This is not necessarily because of any increase in problems with cloud services, but rather an increase in schools that are using and relying on web-based services and storage, which will cause the outage to affect many more people.</li>
<li>Google Fiber Expansion - Google Fiber will expand beyond Kansas City to other parts of the country. This will directly affect schools that can get the service, and indirectly affect others as competing providers have to begin lowering prices. Connectivity is currently one of the largest parts of a school’s tech budget.</li>
<li>Augmented Reality - Augmented reality will move from novelty to educationally viable tool. </li>
<li>Digital Textbooks - There will be a significant increase in the availability and adoption of digital alternatives to traditional textbooks. Look for many key players to get involved including Google, Amazon, and Microsoft The trend will grow due to extremely low prices for devices and from clearly organized channels for purchasing high quality, standards-aligned digital curricula.</li>
<li>Digital schools - A nation-wide digital school will become available. It will see significant acceptance due to frustration with public schools, concerns over safety, the backing of a well-known company/brand, low cost for technology, increased ability to interact digitally, and high quality of the curriculum.</li>
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<li><b>Eric G</b>: </li>
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<li>Google Chrome will have a licensed version for the desktop, able to push and install apps and extensions just like you can with their Chromebooks.</li>
<li>Google will drop their price on the Google Chrome Box making it more appealing for Education.</li>
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Eric Griffithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13564111989980023415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-89739690106226075822012-12-16T18:58:00.000-08:002016-12-02T13:37:35.665-08:00The State of Tech - Episode 024 - "Spotlight: Medina City Schools"The State of Tech - Episode 024 - "Spotlight: Medina City Schools"<br />
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Summary: In this episode we do a spotlight on Medina City Schools, looking at the great ways Medina is using technology in their schools. Guests include Stacy Hawthorne, Christina Hamman, Shannon Conley, and Stephani Itibrout.<br />
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<li>Eric Griffith</li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Spotlight: Medina City Schools</span><br />
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<li>Stacy Hawthorne</li>
<li>Christina Hamman </li>
<li>Shannon Conley</li>
<li>Stephani Itibrout</li>
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<li>Medina City Schools - <a href="http://www.mcsoh.org/" target="_blank">http://www.mcsoh.org</a></li>
<li>Medina Historical App - <a href="http://discovermedina.org/" target="_blank">http://discovermedina.org</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">News:</span></div>
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<li>Ohio eTech Educational Technology Conference - Conference sessions are posted. Early bird rates are available until December 15th - <a href="http://www.etech.ohio.gov/conference-2013-registration?utm_source=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK%2C+December+12%2C+2012&utm_campaign=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK+12+07+2012&utm_medium=email" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>2012 Biennial Educational Technology Assessment closes December 14th - <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001KT1d1uk8WTzDqhGdBeF41C9dweN3EKlfXyC-ObNaYwX8qnLA_jiUhCtKIDFCQMB6ynAvYdDXbUg2n7X82tjrLGzjYgg6f9wwWWx2bdcHqhb1-zofJbEU6FckRs_CY2vAGgiYjmOVPduMO1ZkIj5mYKClYhwHDzitZFB1eIgggr5mZB2DZ1rXEXBypc4KbrkuuY35HEfrwDtXJHxntKlmevrJpVURvxo6AlMLxnR-xcX8CLCTjCOpp_1tWoVOi-S9k_w2PsI3wMWe7G-fDQ-PKZvpedqxW0qEWZOB30L8TjZAT0nKRfY-DFUeYc3Fix99BChh74iaphY=" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>Call for Presenters: Ohio Google Apps Summit. Proposals due December 31st - <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001KT1d1uk8WTzJjLr6K2QeKMUpk-U9VxljC0KjO02lyiABIre2rucZqfRAW5t2_n8W0bXUQMDPu6pJwRY9C5lAitFF-Sc7XwBrTNF5nUIz3XtW847vkUAaFmEUwhWWm6ZU53Cmdmu1XY8GGJMp4biOaBv4oxKKDjJPHd3AFImJa1O7QedgxiGKQtvj9Ut6EH9N1yCsVS7N8565fZQrxcqmVtAWGX6oO4-Gjp1kOEY850NrvToYPNERkWS5juZGWCyzovQhW9Rai7dVT7hPpl1mFWELfcrOiNOEJzFlEFeiY_IrxsEGE63NG41p69TWwms_uQKQ4NjRz1p1PmzbXSngfMR38Y-NJhLK" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Awesome Thing of the Week:</span><br />
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<li>Sean: Nearpod - <a href="http://nearpod.com/" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>Eric G: Google Maps for iOS <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/google-maps/id585027354?mt=8&ign-mpt=uo%3D2" target="_blank">-Link</a> </li>
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<br />Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15803099299491840854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-74786209533358425422012-12-03T19:23:00.001-08:002016-12-02T13:36:01.559-08:00The State of Tech - Episode 23 - "Google Plus"<span style="font-size: large;">The State of Tech - Episode 023 - "Google Plus"</span><br />
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<b>Summary:</b> In this episode we talk about Google Plus, Google’s answer for social networking. Our guests will discuss what it is, various use cases, how to roll it out, and tips and best practices. Also as always our Tech News and Awesome thing of the week.<br />
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<li><b>Eric Curts</b> -<a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/"> www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li><b>Eric Griffith</b> - eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</li>
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<li><b>Brian Dittfeld</b> - <a href="mailto:brian.dittfeld@ivschools.org">brian.dittfeld@ivschools.org</a> - <br />Technology Coordinator for Indian Valley Local Schools in Gnadenhutten, OH</li>
<li><b>Marguerite Lowak</b> - <a href="mailto:marguerite.lowak@ecisd.net">marguerite.lowak@ecisd.net</a> - <br />Instructional Technology Specialist, Webmaster for East Central ISD, Texas</li>
<li><b>Matthew Peskay</b> - <a href="mailto:Matthew.peskay@gmail.com">Matthew.peskay@gmail.com</a> - <br />Director of Technology, KIPP LA Schools - Los Angeles, CA (www.kippla.org)</li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">News:</span><br />
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<li>OETC 2013 early bird special closes December 5th - <a href="http://www.etech.ohio.gov/conference-2013-registration?utm_source=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK%2C+November+29%2C+2012&utm_campaign=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK+04182012&utm_medium=email">Link</a></li>
<li>Speak Up 2012 technology survey has been extended until December 21st -<a href="http://www.etech.ohio.gov/speakup2012?utm_source=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK%2C+November+29%2C+2012&utm_campaign=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK+04182012&utm_medium=email"> Link</a></li>
<li>Biennial Educational Technology Assessment deadline is December 14th - <a href="http://www.etech.ohio.gov/beta?utm_source=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK%2C+November+29%2C+2012&utm_campaign=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK+04182012&utm_medium=email">Link</a></li>
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<li>Sean: <br /> - Hashplug Chrome Extension: Add real-time Twitter results back to Google. - <a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/hashplug-add-twitter-sear/hfbojcndmfkenfoiaengklhlociepkef">Link</a> <br /> - Evernote Clearly Extension: Evernote Clearly now has the ability to read any article, highlighting the currently read word (available for premium members). - <a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/clearly/iooicodkiihhpojmmeghjclgihfjdjhj">Link </a></li>
<li>Eric C: Google Drive attachments in Gmail - <a href="http://googledrive.blogspot.com/2012/11/gmail-and-drive-new-way-to-send-files.html">Link</a></li>
<li>Eric G: Google Drive App update for Android and iOS - <a href="http://googledrive.blogspot.com/2012/11/edit-spreadsheets-on-go-with-drive.html">Link</a></li>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Main Topic: Google+ for Schools</span></b><br />
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<li>Live Podcast Char Roll - <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jbAd5OAmEPIzm8a_Npy4FJfbC7_mgO3Oj_Ap9qDdUZ8/edit" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Uses for Google+ in Schools</span><br />
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<li>Staff professional development/remote help desk</li>
<li>Staff meetings</li>
<li>Recording instruction to be used for flipping your class</li>
<li>Developing your Personal Learning Network</li>
<li>Online tutoring for students, blended learning</li>
<li>Watch shared YouTube playlists together</li>
<li>Virtual office hours</li>
<li>Create circles for each class to facilitate online discussions</li>
<li>Writing prompts: share an interesting link, photo, quote etc. with a circle. Have students write their responses in the stream</li>
<li>IEP meetings/parent-teacher conferences</li>
<li>Circles for literature circles and book clubs</li>
<li>+1 anything: great way to share articles with your students/staff</li>
<li>Easily share Google Reader posts with your students</li>
<li>Circles for students to facilitate group projects. They can easily communicate about the project and share resources</li>
<li>Use instant upload to upload pictures from school events</li>
<li>“Social Newsletter” for parents instead of weekly printed newsletters</li>
<li>Easy way to post a quick assignment for a “digital snow day.”</li>
<li>Create a Google+ Page for various projects, events and clubs.</li>
<li>Telepresence classes (e.g. streaming high school calculus to multiple middle schools via Hangouts, language classes, world-studies connecting with other classrooms/schools around the world, etc.)</li>
<li>Hangouts on air for morning announcements (Principal -> school, district office -> all schools, etc.)</li>
<li>How to shared circles - <a href="https://plus.google.com/111551895671908911144/posts">Link</a>:</li>
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<li>Currently unable to block sharing outside your domain</li>
<li>How to handle multiple accounts (personal and work)</li>
<li>Setting profile picture and banner pic as something clearly indicating ‘organization’ account</li>
<li>Will some premium features eventually cost money?</li>
<li>Users must be 13+</li>
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<li>KIPP LA - starting with key leadership (~10, then to office administration staff (~20) then to all staff on 12/14 (~300). No plans to roll to students until Google lets us wall them in.</li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Useful Links</span><br />
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<li>The Best Resources for Learning What Google+ is All About - <a href="http://larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/2011/07/10/the-best-resources-for-learning-what-google-is-all-about/">Link</a></li>
<li>40 Essential Google+ Resources - <a href="http://mashable.com/2011/07/16/google-plus-resources/">Link</a></li>
<li>How to Use Google+ in the Classroom - <a href="http://www.mnn.com/green-tech/computers/stories/how-to-use-google-plus-in-the-classroom">Link</a></li>
<li>The Google+ Cheat Sheet - <a href="http://lifehacker.com/5820794/the-google%2B-cheatsheet-is-a-quick-reference-to-using-google%2B">Link</a></li>
<li>Google+ for Educators LiveBinder - <a href="http://www.livebinders.com/play/play_or_edit?id=135530">Link</a></li>
<li>A Guide to Google+ Privacy and Information Control - <a href="http://lifehacker.com/5827683/a-guide-to-google%2B-privacy-and-information-control">Link</a></li>
<li>5 Google+ Tips for Advanced Users - <a href="http://www.cio.com/article/686203/5_Google_Tips_for_Advanced_Users">Link</a></li>
<li>The Official Google+ Insider’s Guide Index - <a href="http://googleplus.wonderhowto.com/how-to/official-google-insiders-guide-index-0129327/">Link</a></li>
<li>10 Ways to Use Google+ in the Classroom - <a href="http://www.theatreprof.com/2011/10-ways-google-classroom/">Link</a></li>
<li>The Mother of All Google+ Resource Lists - <a href="http://thenextweb.com/apps/2011/07/27/the-mother-of-all-google-resource-lists/?utm_source=pulsenews&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=Feed:+TheNextWeb+(The+Next+Web+All+Stories)&utm_content=Google+Reader">Link</a></li>
<li>Google+ Building (or Re-Building) Your PLN - <a href="http://edreach.us/2011/07/28/google-building-or-re-building-your-pln/">Link</a></li>
<li>27 Ways to Possibly Use Google+ to Support Learning - <a href="https://docs.google.com/present/view?id=0AclS3lrlFkCIZGhuMnZjdjVfODk5aGhjZnJnZGc&hl=en_GB&pli=1">Link</a></li>
<li>Google+: The Complete Guide - <a href="http://mashable.com/2011/07/16/google-plus-guide/">Link</a></li>
<li>Teaching with Google+ - <a href="http://www.edutopia.org/blog/teaching-with-google-plus-terry-heick">Link</a></li>
<li>Google Plus Directory (HUGE!! List of Google+ Resources) - <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Ag0ysqpT1gQUdE8tcnhwbjVyTmVQUHc1NW54MXcxT1E#gid=0">Link</a></li>
<li>How to Host a Google+ Hangout with Your Students - <a href="http://edudemic.com/2012/10/how-to-host-a-google-hangout-with-your-students/">Link</a></li>
<li>How to Generate RSS Feeds of Google Plus Profiles - <a href="http://www.labnol.org/internet/google-plus-rss-feeds/25557/">Link</a></li>
<li>How to Host a Google+ Hangout on Air - <a href="http://mashable.com/2012/07/20/google-plus-hangout-on-air/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Mashable+%28Mashable%29">Link</a></li>
<li>Get into Google+: A Guide for Everyone - <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/download-google-guide/">Link</a></li>
<li>Great Google+ Video Overview from Edudemic - <a href="http://edudemic.com/2012/02/unlocking-the-power-of-google/">Link</a></li>
<li>31 Ways to Use Google+ in Higher Education - <a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1WG6RjvDbiv7Z9Vv4qWR2CvFIEvKmZ2qdD1JEv1T5rfo/edit#slide=id.p17">Link</a></li>
<li>CloudLock for Google+ - <a href="http://www.cloudlock.com/cloudlock-for-google-plus-app/">Link</a></li>
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Eric Griffithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13564111989980023415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-48008488199291585762012-11-18T21:11:00.001-08:002016-12-02T13:33:00.166-08:00The State of Tech - Episode 022 -"Spotlight National Trail Local School District"<span style="font-size: large;">The State of Tech - Episode 022 - "National Trail Local School District Spotlight"</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Summary: In this spotlight episode we talk to Brian Pool from National Trail Local School District in New Paris Ohio. Brian utilizes Moodle as a CMS and is a recipient of eTech's Blended Learning Grant. Brian discusses his strategies on professional development for his staff, and his ideas on the best implementation of technology for his district.</span><br />
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<li>Sean Beavers - <a href="mailto:sean@soita.org" style="color: #990000;" target="_blank">sean@soita.org</a></li>
<li>Eric Curts -<a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/" style="color: #990000;" target="_blank"> www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li>Eric Griffith - <a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com" style="color: #990000;" target="_blank">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Main Topic: <br />Spotlight on National Trail Local School District</span><br />
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<li>Sean Beavers: Android 4.2 update with multiple user accounts - <a href="http://www.android.com/whatsnew/">Link</a></li>
<li>Eric Curts: $249 Chromebook - <a href="http://www.google.com/intl/en/chrome/devices/chromebooks.html#ss-cb">Link</a> (Fortune Magazine names it the best device of 2012 - <a href="http://money.cnn.com/gallery/technology/2012/11/15/best-of-best-tech.fortune/2.html">link</a>)</li>
<li>Eric Griffith: Google Play Books - <a href="http://books.google.com/ebooks/app">Link</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">News</span>:<br />
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<li>eTech Ohio’s New Internet Safety Course Explained November 29th @3:30 webinar <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001a4Bk-Qpz8H2OtjgkK9sY1tYxjSsOdos1S2wI9NZyHBnc0gsT4kyHeUWp2Ah11DeR8A1TQZS_jj1i_Rqtb_n6e6jeTYkWVfKde-K2SKO9WPXxLxFPCx3OIRRrnc1xSzEFuyY9LKvfkn6kAdcZ54otMkN4lFfMzbJ_eFk8qutxSVg_32aMR-yaqOcT1EzXLbGSs00gpw9E0MIDQFax1s3v3gainm5s3fYcYRzV28G6JiMUH4Kd0nS4mdoCcsD44_ya2eUn2jOS7mTROK-xs5GYNnH5YbyXQwC_sV13TpDCWOOKNDaXJGFFIMniG0k6LJJrI5QEwWG8nig=">Link</a></li>
<li>New eTech Ohio Connect blog - <a href="http://www.etech.ohio.gov/etech-connect">Link</a></li>
<li>Register for the OETC13 Early Bird Rate now through December 5th <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001a4Bk-Qpz8H1iocLJ95MfwITNU-BfFNMD3kQHTYWBC4rmreot0jNL49bfsGjMMPp_a8AcalhbUncGdgjDPJl0-Mdh7gWKLDKh_23p7pv_O4_bnMvbdFS89wWPmOQV5eUsgzLadlcA5Q90NrAIiCsLHY1GYho8gvwPsdDyfcvsoX1wD8a5DKANUsrwOumWNkOezkXOLHY4q_iJwk8DJV3l5DA8mhvBuF3yQ1mWuoKbzpX3i5fLxKUWbepOu2rAI-Uiz25Ga2MGlOb-yVv0eoA1Yiup3uqIOhyXYxUsrCTXkfZ6qAS_ZoSvl2pngE9-H6cfeFF1TYt60APgxm-0uzCmGcHP_ZhbuRVn">Link</a></li>
<li>EDU on Air Sessions Free PD Now Through December <a href="https://sites.google.com/site/eduonair/">Link</a></li>
<li>Google Apps Certified Trainer Camp November 27th - 30th <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001a4Bk-Qpz8H18tp41n_I8mEbhm2CIBHmvoLss26EkzDSH9K79kBY_O6a2-32k4VNpNyjEEfXZZhxGPiWuqCaKcnZTKHAQF-tnY25gQSDVBfqYtGrSpPPwiy7oSW8JXAziE4faAcWigpySqJfjVq256cmXob07pcOc-u4fIepyzqUh1D4a-6yWEgXrbuJDfkBml9QLbA-hDoBuHRwEhfAD_nkVx9VyZOt0nidQPTnPMm3j5YbZ_0Ag2FGXW-GCVQzlRqb5rzUsF1x_z-GR3Ok-yfMprHVusJLjTCoEcIPeHbQtMcOqLm8eqJQA-_kdosqMC90RAEOZVKwk1pTVRvt9E8R06sFmUwyrArJfszYtD3Q=">Link</a></li>
<li>Submit sessions for the 2013 Ohio Google Apps Summit May 14th <a href="https://www.itipohio.org/CallforPresenters.aspx">Link</a></li>
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Eric Griffithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13564111989980023415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-26043983447906684222012-11-04T18:52:00.001-08:002016-12-02T13:30:56.824-08:00The State of Tech - Episode 21 - "Back to School"<div>
<span style="font-size: large;">The State of Tech - Episode 21 - "Back to School"</span></div>
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<b>Summary: </b>In this episode we issue our Back to School tech challenges. Here you will find great ideas to try out this year in school to transform teaching and learning in your classroom. Try one out and let us know how it goes!
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<li>Sean Beavers - <a href="mailto:sean@soita.org" style="color: #990000;" target="_blank">sean@soita.org</a></li>
<li>Eric Curts -<a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/" style="color: #990000;" target="_blank"> www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li>Eric Griffith - <a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com" style="color: #990000;" target="_blank">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Awesome Thing of the Week</span><br />
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<li>Sean: Boomerang Calendar. Colors indicate your availability: Green available, red, unavailable, yellow all day or adjacent event. Click on the time - <a href="http://boomerangcalendar.com/">Link</a></li>
<li>Eric C: Google Nexus 7 tablet - <a href="http://www.appsusergroup.org/news/whatthegooglenexus7tabletmeansforschools">Link</a></li>
<li>Eric G: Protected Cells in Google Spreadsheet - <a href="http://googledocs.blogspot.com/2012/08/lock-down-cells-with-protected-ranges.html">Link</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Main Topic: Back to School Tips and Tricks</span><br />
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<b>Productivity</b><br />
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<li>Eric G - Using Google Groups to keep track of my Tech Tips, Messages to the Staff - I will start using this as a referenceable, searchable timeline by archiving the messages and using tags to link to issues, like “Phones are down” or “There are snakes on the plane”</li>
<li>Eric C - Digitize your paperwork by uploading PDF’s to Google Docs</li>
<li>Sean B - Improve your Google Search queries by using operators. <a href="http://www.powersearchingwithgoogle.com/">Link</a></li>
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<b>Personal Pedagogical Progress</b><br />
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<li>Eric G - Working with student organizations to create Google Voice and Google Sites to promote Google we have staff using it already, but now is the time for a grassroots campaign with the students.</li>
<li>Eric C - Use tech for formative assessment with students - <a href="http://byod.northcantonschools.org/uses/student-response">Link</a></li>
<li>Sean B - Utilize the Educreations app or website to create short videos covering simple concepts that students watch and comment on at home. <a href="http://www.educreations.com/">Link</a></li>
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<b>Professional Development</b><br />
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<li>Eric C - Follow an educational Twitter hashtag - <a href="http://tech.northcantonschools.org/help/twitter">Link</a></li>
<li>Eric G - GO ALL DIGITAL! My Superintendent, Dan Kaffenbarger has used a <a href="http://www.franklincovey.com/">Franklin Covey</a> planner for 27 years and after seeing all that technology can do and how smart phones and tablets do 90% of what he needs to do through the course of the day he has decided to not buy the 28th insert for his planner and do it all with an iPad, iPhone two desktop computers and Google Apps.</li>
<li>Sean B - Subscribe or follow an educational blog. Below are a handful of examples:<br />Langwitches Blog: The Magic of Learning <a href="http://langwitches.org/blog/">Link</a><br />Edudemic <a href="http://edudemic.com/">Link</a><br />Emerging Ed Tech <a href="http://www.emergingedtech.com/">Link</a><br />Mind Shift <a href="http://blogs.kqed.org/mindshift/">Link</a></li>
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<b>Tips from Other Educators Around the State:</b><br />
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<li>John Rundag from Logan Elm School District suggests backing up your data. Have at least three copies of your data on two different kinds of media</li>
<li>Cathy McDonald from the Clermont County ESC gives a great tip about preparing students for the online state assessments. She writes “Prepare students for the new state online assessments by creating interactive test questions in a Learning Management System or Portal. Five of our schools use The Its Learning Portal which has 9 types of questions and allows the addition of videos, animations and sound files</li>
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<li>Eric Rock writes “Thank you for recording your online discussions. I just listened to the Flipped Classroom podcast.I teach as an Adjunct at the City University of New York, LaGuardia Community College and am searching for ways to engage my multi-cultural student population. Your efforts are appreciated outside of Ohio.</li>
<li>Kevin Littrell says “I am the Director of Computer Systems for the Diocese of Baton Rouge and while I don't work directly with our schools, I do occasionally provide advice to our school technology coordinators. I am enjoying your show. Keep up the good work.”</li>
<li>Wesley Weaver writes “your podcast is great, and I have seen every episode since I started following it earlier this year. It never fails to disappoint.”</li>
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Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15803099299491840854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-36664371161792687622012-08-15T05:24:00.003-07:002016-12-01T18:20:42.920-08:00The State of Tech - Episode 20 - "Student ePortfolios"<span style="font-size: large;">The State of Tech - Episode 20 - "Student ePortfolios"</span><br />
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<b>Summary:</b> In this episode we share one of the sessions from our <a href="http://pd.thestateoftech.org/" style="color: #990000;" target="_blank">“PD in your PJs” online conference</a>. This session explores using Google Sites to create student eportfolios for a variety of subjects and grade levels.<br />
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<li>Sean Beavers - <a href="mailto:sean@soita.org" style="color: #990000;" target="_blank">sean@soita.org</a></li>
<li>Eric Curts -<a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/" style="color: #990000;" target="_blank"> www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li>Eric Griffith - <a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com" style="color: #990000;" target="_blank">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
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<li>Allison Mollica - <a href="http://amtechnology.org/" style="color: #990000;" target="_blank">http://amtechnology.org/</a><span style="color: #990000;"> </span></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Main Topic: Student ePortfolios</span><br />
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<li>Session information from “PD in your PJs” online conference-<br /><a href="http://pd.thestateoftech.org/schedule/portfoliosites" style="color: #990000;" target="_blank">http://pd.thestateoftech.org/schedule/portfoliosites</a></li>
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<li>Sean: Scientific Calculator in Google Search - <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/scientific-calculator-google-search-updates/" style="color: #990000;" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>Eric C: IPEVO Document Camera Magnifying Lens - <a href="http://www.ipevo.com/prods/Magnifying_Lens_for_the_Point_2_View_USB_Document_Camera" style="color: #990000;" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>Eric G: Gmail Tip: Turn an email into a Google Doc -<span style="color: #990000;"> </span><a href="http://blog.ditoweb.com/2012/02/create-google-docs-from-email.html" style="color: #990000;" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
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<li>August 26th Back to School with The State of Tech</li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13045701306152509367noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-38275774680340153642012-07-17T21:28:00.000-07:002016-12-01T18:18:28.297-08:00Episode 19 - "Students Teaching Tech"<br />
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<b>Summary:</b> In this episode we share one of the sessions from our <a href="http://pd.thestateoftech.org/" target="_blank">"PD in your PJs" online conference</a>. This session explores eKIDs, a program offered to Oak Hills students that aims to develop their interests in technology as well as support their peers and staff in the use of technology at an instructional level. <br />
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<li>Sean Beavers - <a href="mailto:sean@soita.org">sean@soita.org</a></li>
<li>Eric Curts -<a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/" target="_blank"> www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li>Eric Griffith - <a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
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<li><span style="background-color: white;">Zachary Vander Veen - </span><a href="http://misterv.net/" style="background-color: white;">http://misterv.net/</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Main Topic: Students Teaching Tech</span><br />
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<li>Session information from "PD in your PJs" online conference - <a href="http://pd.thestateoftech.org/schedule/ekids">http://pd.thestateoftech.org/schedule/ekids</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Useful Links</span><br />
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<li><span style="background-color: white;">Oak Hills School District - </span><a href="http://ohlsd.us/elearning/" style="background-color: white;">http://ohlsd.us/elearning/</a></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white;">Article on eKIDS program - </span><a href="http://www.edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2011/11/kid-power" style="background-color: white;">http://www.edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2011/11/kid-power</a></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white;">GenYES Curriculum </span><a href="http://genyes.org/" style="background-color: white;">http://genyes.org/</a></li>
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<li><span style="background-color: white;">Sean: Inklewriter. Free web application for creating choose your own adventure stories. </span><a href="http://www.inklestudios.com/inklewriter" style="background-color: white;">Link</a></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white;">Eric C: Geogebra - Web-based interactive geometry tools - </span><a href="http://bit.ly/Geogebra" style="background-color: white;">Link</a></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white;">Eric G: Google Tip - Turn a GMail Message into a Google Tasks of Google Doc - </span><a href="http://gappstips.com/gmail-tips/view/23/create-a-task-from-an-email" style="background-color: white;">Link</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Next episode</span></div>
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<li><b>July 29 - More select sessions from the <a href="http://pd.thestateoftech.org/" target="_blank">"PD in your PJ’s Online Conference"</a></b></li>
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Eric Griffithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13564111989980023415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-27911105407952041872012-07-04T14:50:00.001-07:002016-12-01T18:16:51.561-08:00Episode 18 Podcast - "Managing Your Online Footprint"<span style="font-size: large;">The State of Tech - Episode 18 - "Managing Your Online Footprint"</span><br />
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<b>Summary:</b> In this episode we share one of the sessions from our <a href="http://pd.thestateoftech.org/" target="_blank">"PD in your PJs" online conference</a>. This session deals with managing your online footprint, and explores the challenges and benefits of creating your online digital presence through Facebook, Twitter, blogging, and more. This is an important topic for educators and students alike.<br />
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<li>Sean Beavers - <a href="mailto:sean@soita.org">sean@soita.org</a></li>
<li>Eric Curts -<a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/" target="_blank"> www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li>Eric Griffith - <a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
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<li>John Mikulski - <a href="http://www.classroominthecloud.net/" target="_blank">http://www.classroominthecloud.net</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Main Topic: </span><span style="background-color: white; font-size: large;">Managing Your Online Footprint</span><br />
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<li>Session information from "PD in your PJs" online conference - <a href="http://pd.thestateoftech.org/schedule/onlinefootprint" target="_blank">http://pd.thestateoftech.org/schedule/onlinefootprint</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Awesome Thing of the Week</span><br />
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<li>Sean - Big G Black Bar Sorter - Chrome extension to manage the links in the Google black navigation bar - <a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/oiamgkpplhllmgmjkmpoapkidpgfhmdo" target="_blank">link</a></li>
<li>Eric C - Back-to-School Tech PD - Watch 13 live tech PD sessions from August 13th to 16th covering topics including Google Apps, Twitter, BYOD, and more. See the session list here:
<a href="http://tech.northcantonschools.org/pd/back-to-school-tech-pd-2012" target="_blank">http://tech.northcantonschools.org/pd/back-to-school-tech-pd-2012</a></li>
<li>Eric G - Downcast - podcatcher app for iOS - <a href="http://www.downcastapp.com/" target="_blank">link</a></li>
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<li><b>August 14 - More select sessions from the <a href="http://pd.thestateoftech.org/" target="_blank">"PD in your PJ’s Online Conference"</a></b></li>
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Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15803099299491840854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-78719404621214013542012-06-06T19:28:00.000-07:002016-12-01T18:13:19.537-08:00Episode 17 Podcast - "Learning Management Systems"<span style="font-size: large;">The State of Tech - Episode 17 - "Learning Management Systems"</span><br />
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<b>Summary:</b> In this episode we cover the most common options such as Moodle, Blackboard, Haiku, BrainHoney, Edmodo, Canvas and more, to compare the features, pros, and cons of each system. We will also discuss the best educational uses and practices for Learning Management Systems, with practical examples of how schools are using them to transform teaching and learning.<br />
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<li>Sean Beavers - <a href="mailto:sean@soita.org">sean@soita.org</a></li>
<li>Eric Curts -<a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/" target="_blank"> www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li>Eric Griffith - <a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
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<li>William Fritz, Sean Kapsal, Kevin Ghantous, Danielle Tymitz - <a href="http://learn21.org/" target="_blank">Learn21.org</a></li>
<li>Sherri Powers - Stuart Pepper Middle, Brandenburg, KY</li>
<li>Brian Pool - National Trail Local Schools</li>
<li>Dan Sitter - Fond du Lac High School, Fond du Lac, WI</li>
<li>Melissa Moreno - NorthStar International Christian Academy</li>
<li>Chris Long - Marina High School, Huntington Beach CA</li>
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<li>PD in your PJ’s Online Conference - Sat, June 16 - Noon to 5pm EST - <a href="http://pd.thestateoftech.org/" target="_blank">http://pd.thestateoftech.org/</a> - Schedule of sessions is now online</li>
<li>Ohio Moodle Moot - June 21, 2012 - <a href="http://www.ohiomoot.org/" target="_blank">www.ohiomoot.org</a></li>
<li>TRT - The move to online assessments gives rise to a distinctive set of challenges for school technology. This online tool gives schools a convenient way to capture and report on indicators of their technology readiness for the new Race to the Top Assessments. The Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium and the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC), working with the State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) and Pearson, have developed the Technology Readiness Tool to support states as they transition to next-generation assessments. This open source tool will help state education agencies work with schools and districts to ensure readiness when the online assessments are launched by the two consortia, beginning in the 2014/15 school year. - <a href="http://www.techreadiness.net/" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
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<b>Moodle</b><br />
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<li><a href="http://moodle.org/" target="_blank">http://moodle.org/</a></li>
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<b>Blackboard</b><br />
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<li>Blackboard K12 - <a href="http://www.blackboard.com/markets/k-12/overview.aspx" target="_blank">http://www.blackboard.com/markets/k-12/overview.aspx</a></li>
<li>Learn21 - <a href="http://www.learn21.org/" target="_blank">http://www.learn21.org</a></li>
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<b>BrainHoney</b><br />
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<li><a href="http://brainhoney.com/" target="_blank">http://brainhoney.com/</a> </li>
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<b>Haiku </b><br />
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<li><a href="http://www.haikulearning.com/" target="_blank">http://www.haikulearning.com/</a> </li>
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<b>Edmodo </b><br />
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<li><a href="http://help.edmodo.com/edmodo-in-action/" target="_blank">Edmodo in Action</a> </li>
<li><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_uVCDohNR0-33rhaUytEW_sBjWg3DJ3jzr6xfB_BEZg/edit?hl=en_US" target="_blank">Ideas for using Edmodo</a> - Google Doc</li>
<li><a href="http://help.edmodo.com/" target="_blank">Edmodo Help Center</a></li>
<li><a href="http://help.edmodo.com/webinars/" target="_blank">Edmodo Webinars</a></li>
<li><a href="http://help.edmodo.com/category/frequently-asked-questions/" target="_blank">Edmodo FAQs</a></li>
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<b>Canvas </b><br />
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<li><a href="http://www.instructure.com/" target="_blank">http://www.instructure.com/</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/CanvasLMS/" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/user/CanvasLMS/</a></li>
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Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15803099299491840854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-38263441204087043872012-05-06T19:56:00.001-07:002016-12-01T18:11:35.991-08:00Episode 016 Podcast - "Technology in Science"<span style="font-size: large;">The State of Tech - Episode 16 - "Technology in Science"</span><br />
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<li>Sean Beavers - sean@soita.org</li>
<li>Eric Curts -<a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/"> www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li>Eric Griffith - eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</li>
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<li>Mike McCauley - <a href="mailto:mmccauley@ttsd.k12.or.us">mmccauley@ttsd.k12.or.us</a> - 8th Grade, Twality Middle School, Tigard, Oregon</li>
<li>Brian Bennett - <a href="mailto:brian.bennett2@gmail.com">brian.bennett2@gmail.com</a> or @bennettscience on Twitter - High school biology and chemistry (9-12) - William Henry Harrison High School, Evansville, IN</li>
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<li>Infohio “Pass It On” Contest - <a href="http://www.infohio.org/passiton">http://www.infohio.org/passiton</a></li>
<li>Technology Planning Series from The Ohio Schools Commission - Webinar May 16th “Challenges and Applications of the Cloud” from 2:00pm - 3:30pm. <a href="https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/627774982?utm_source=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK%2C+May+2%2C+2012&utm_campaign=eTech+Ohio+THIS+WEEK+04182012&utm_medium=email">Link</a></li>
<li>Educator Evaluation Symposium - May 25th at the Columbus Convention Center. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ohio-Teachers-Homeroom/303190473049852">Link</a></li>
<li>PD in Your PJs Virtual Conference - Sponsored by The State of Tech and ITIP Ohio. June 16th, 12pm - 5pm. Call for presenters now open. <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dEotUXZkNkFVLTVSY1F3VWpFSjRXaVE6MA#gid=0">Link</a></li>
<li>Ohio Google Apps Summit - May 10th. Still accepting registrations. <a href="http://ohiogoesgoogle.org/">Link</a></li>
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<li>Sean: Kanex ATV Pro: Connect your Apple TV to standard definition projectors with RGB in. $59.00. <a href="http://www.kanexlive.com/atvpro">Link</a></li>
<li>Eric C: Remind 101 - <a href="https://www.remind101.com/">https://www.remind101.com/</a> - Free service for teachers to text or email students and parents</li>
<li>Eric G: Google's Edu On Air Professional development site <a href="https://sites.google.com/site/eduonair/">Link</a></li>
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<li><a href="http://www.ttsd.k12.or.us/twality-middle-school/mike-mccauley">http://www.ttsd.k12.or.us/twality-middle-school/mike-mccauley</a></li>
<li><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/mccauleytwality8/home">https://sites.google.com/site/mccauleytwality8/home</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.teachertube.com/viewProfile.php?user=mmccauley">http://www.teachertube.com/viewProfile.php?user=mmccauley</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.brianbennett.org/learn">http://www.brianbennett.org/learn</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.youtube.com/bennettscience">http://www.youtube.com/bennettscience</a></li>
<li>UC - Boulder interactive simulations - <a href="http://phet.colorado.edu/">http://phet.colorado.edu</a></li>
<li>Cells Alive - <a href="http://www.cellsalive.com/">http://www.cellsalive.com</a></li>
<li>Smarter Every Day - <a href="http://www.youtube.com/destinws2">http://www.youtube.com/destinws2</a></li>
<li>Cleaner- <a href="http://clea.nr/">http://clea.nr/</a></li>
<li>Science probes for the iPad - <a href="http://appsineducation.blogspot.com/2012/04/science-probes-for-ipad.html" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>IPEVO microscope adapter coming soon for the Point 2 View document camera: - <a href="http://www.ipevo.com/prods/Point-2-View-USB-Camera" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>Physics Gizmo Android App - <a href="http://www.brokenairplane.com/2011/10/android-education-science-physicsgizmo.html" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Example of student video:</span><br />
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<li>Properties of water - <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3zSOIBXCac">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3zSOIBXCac</a></li>
<li>Types of solutions - <a href="http://youtu.be/qpmVlQyArvM">http://youtu.be/qpmVlQyArvM</a></li>
<li>Exploding whale video - <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_t44siFyb4">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_t44siFyb4</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Survey feedback:</span><br />
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<b>Phil Rangel</b> - Antwerp, Ohio -<i> I have my students use several interactive applications (flash or java) about big topics that are difficult to grasp within a classroom or text.</i><br />
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<li>The Genographic Project - <a href="https://genographic.nationalgeographic.com/">https://genographic.nationalgeographic.com</a></li>
<li>Genes to Cognition Online - <a href="http://www.g2conline.org/">http://www.g2conline.org</a></li>
<li>PhET Interactive Simulations - <a href="http://phet.colorado.edu/">http://phet.colorado.edu</a></li>
<li>Learn Genetics from the University of Utah - <a href="http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/">http://learn.genetics.utah.edu</a></li>
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<b>Missy Petrie</b> - James A Garfield High School - Garrettsville, OH -<i> I am using a lot of simulations, especially if we lack the equipment to run the experiments. There are lots of video clips to throw into lectures to bring the kids back to the information and give them more "tangible" information.</i><br />
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<li>The Biology Corner - <a href="http://www.biologycorner.com/">http://www.biologycorner.com</a></li>
<li>Steve Spangler Science - <a href="http://www.stevespanglerscience.com/">http://www.stevespanglerscience.com</a></li>
<li>Teach Genetics from the University of Utah - <a href="http://teach.genetics.utah.edu/content/">http://teach.genetics.utah.edu/content/</a></li>
<li>Explore Biology - <a href="http://www.explorebiology.com/regentsbiology/">http://www.explorebiology.com/regentsbiology/</a></li>
<li>Biological Animations - <a href="http://www.stolaf.edu/people/giannini/biological%20anamations.html">http://www.stolaf.edu/people/giannini/biological%20anamations.html</a></li>
<li>Wiley Interactive Animations - <a href="http://www.wiley.com/legacy/college/boyer/0470003790/animations/animations.htm">http://www.wiley.com/legacy/college/boyer/0470003790/animations/animations.htm</a></li>
<li>Lone Star College Biology - <a href="http://nhscience.lonestar.edu/biol/index.html">http://nhscience.lonestar.edu/biol/index.html</a></li>
<li>Animation Gallery - <a href="http://www.sumanasinc.com/webcontent/animation.html">http://www.sumanasinc.com/webcontent/animation.html</a></li>
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<b>Jill Rainey</b> - North Union Middle School - Richwood, OH<br />
<i>I use a Smartboard daily and build in interactive activities and games to enhance my lessons. I also use online sites, online textbook, digital resources - such as online timelines, Prezi/Sliderocket, digital animations, and Flip cameras in my lessons as well as for students to utilize in projects.</i><br />
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<b>Dusty Dannemiller</b> - NCMS - North Canton, Ohio<br />
<i>SmartBoard for notes and demo purposes, Video clips from Professional Scientists and labs because my scopes are too weak to see details in organisms, Online surveys as quizzes that are instantly graded and reported back to the kids, WebQuests, Inquiry based anecdotal recording of each class, Web resources from textbook company, BrainPop, Google Apps, FOSSweb</i><br />
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<li>ViewPure - <a href="http://viewpure.com/">http://viewpure.com/</a> - to show youtube clips without any extra junk or ads</li>
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<b>Kim Mutchler</b> - Bucyrus Elementary School - Bucyrus, Ohio<br />
<i>I have a computer microscope that the kids love to use. We research topics right in the middle of class on my smartboard when we run across new information or a question arises. My students love brainpop.com and brainpopjr.com. I like the Tom Snyder, "Science Court" series. These give students visuals of the topic and activities and experiments in class.</i><br />
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<li>BrainPop - <a href="http://www.brainpop.com/">http://www.brainpop.com</a></li>
<li>BrainPop Jr - <a href="http://www.brainpopjr.com/">http://www.brainpopjr.com/</a></li>
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<b>Paul Perry</b> - 8th Grade Science - Castle North Middle School<br />
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<li>Quia - <a href="http://www.quia.com/web">http://www.quia.com/web</a> - Best assessment web site</li>
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<b>Rachael Harpel</b> - Vantage Career Center, Van Wert, OH<br />
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<li>Vernier software and probes - <a href="http://www.vernier.com/">http://www.vernier.com/</a> - very user friendly</li>
<li>Howard Hughes Medical Institute - <a href="http://www.hhmi.org/">http://www.hhmi.org/</a></li>
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<b>Jen Naujock</b> - AWHS - Whitehouse, OH -<i> I have students listen to podcast segments (Radiolab) where it relates to our subject material. They provide a source of learning for me and a chance to bring real science (ideas, questions, research) into the classroom.</i><br />
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<li>Radiolab podcast - <a href="http://www.radiolab.org/" target="_blank">http://www.radiolab.org/</a></li>
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<b>Erica Posthuma-Adams</b> - 10-12th grade, Chemistry I, AP Chemistry at New Palestine High School in New Palestine, IN - <i>My classroom 1:1 using macbooks. My students use evernote and dropbox to organize their notes and files. I use Vernier probeware, Vernier Labquests, and the LoggerPro software to collect and analyze lab data. I manage a virtual classroom using Moodle and house all lectures and class files online. I have access to a classroom set of iPads. My students use the iPads to access Moodle and complete online homework assignments using CALM (computer assisted learning method). I have started to use "explain everything" to create podcasts to post on my moodle site. The student response to the podcast has been very positive.</i><br />
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<li>Vernier's LoggerPro Software - this software is affordable and powerful.</li>
<li><a href="http://phet.colorado.edu/">http://phet.colorado.edu/</a> - great simulations for chemistry, physics, and biology</li>
<li>Caroline Biological chemistry apps for iPhone and iPad - I like the nomenclature app because it allows students to challenge each other for better scores.</li>
<li><a href="http://science360.gov/files/">http://science360.gov/files/</a> - free science videos to use in the classroom, produced by NBC. These cover a variety of topics and are REALLY well done. Also - a mobile app is available.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.exploriments.com/">www.exploriments.com</a> - I haven't had a lot of time to experiment with this but the company has a mobile app for the iPad. What I have seen looks promising.</li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Next episodes</span><br />
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<li>May 19 - LMS Comparison - Survey is still open: <a href="http://www.thestateoftech.org/2012/04/episode-17-18-survey-learning.html">Survey Link</a></li>
<li>June 2- LMS Uses - Survey is still open: <a href="http://www.thestateoftech.org/2012/04/episode-17-18-survey-learning.html">Survey Link</a></li>
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<b>- Tweet the shownotes for this episode for a chance to win a set of Ipevo wireless speakers!</b>Eric Griffithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13564111989980023415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-89264647543905829712012-04-24T05:07:00.001-07:002016-12-01T16:57:35.602-08:00Episode 015 - "Google Chromebooks"<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>The State of Tech - Episode 15 - "Google Chromebooks"</b><br /><br /><b>Summary:</b> In this episode we talk about the benefits and challenges of Chromebooks, hear practical stories of Chromebook rollouts, and explore the idea of living entirely in the browser <br /><br />Watch Video Episode Online:</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sean Beavers - sean@soita.org</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Eric Curts -</span><a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/" style="font-family: inherit;"> www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Eric Griffith - eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Jaime Casap, Google Twitter: @jcasap, Google+: </span><a href="https://plus.google.com/u/0/103759446822828646901/" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Michael Jaber, Fond du Lac School District, WI</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Main Topic: Google Chromebooks</span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Questions from audience:</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Ryan Collins @mr_rcollins</b> - @thestateoftech wish I could! Could you find out about managing wifi only Chromebooks not purchased from Google? </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you purchase the “consumer” model from like a Best Buy retailer, there is no management capability. They are a bit cheaper, but you lose in the functionality of the Chromebook. The battery life is shorter in the consumer model as well!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Maureen Chertow Miller </b>- My District is looking into Chromebooks for a small purchase, either 90 or 180 devices. Do you know if you are able to just purchase the device without the support agreement? </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Currently,You cannot purchase a device without the support agreement. If you purchase a consumer model, you won’t have the support agreement, but you won’t have the management piece either.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Favorite Web apps, Extensions, and Sites:</span><br />
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<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sean - Lazarus: Form Recovery - </span><a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/loljledaigphbcpfhfmgopdkppkifgno?utm_source=chrome-ntp-icon" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sean - AppJump App Launcher and Organizer - </span><a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/hccbinpobnjcpckmcfngmdpnbnjpmcbd?utm_source=chrome-ntp-icon" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sean - Bookmark Sentry - </span><a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/bdglbbcbmgnimogcmcdenggkpdmihlga?utm_source=chrome-ntp-icon" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sean - Tab Cloud - </span><a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/npecfdijgoblfcgagoijgmgejmcpnhof?utm_source=chrome-ntp-icon" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Eric C - Awesome Screenshot - </span><a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/alelhddbbhepgpmgidjdcjakblofbmce" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Eric C - Pixlr Grabber - </span><a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/cjjghkapdciaiogkeofggpblmbbnjinn" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Eric C - WeVideo - </span><a href="https://www.wevideo.com/" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Eric G - SpeakIt! - </span><a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/pgeolalilifpodheeocdmbhehgnkkbak" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Michael - URL Shortener - </span><a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/appbcbjpnlfggijahjcomlodcdmnpeej?utm_source=chrome-ntp-icon" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Michael - PicMonkey - </span><a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/fgdgokchhicmaiacmgegjnppjkgogdhm?utm_source=chrome-ntp-icon" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;">Michael - Loupe - <a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/bhaonknplhhecdgjpphnooeomecgipkc?utm_source=chrome-ntp-icon">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;">Jaime - Evernote - <a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/lbfehkoinhhcknnbdgnnmjhiladcgbol?utm_source=chrome-ntp-icon">Link</a></li>
<li>Jamie - Readability - <a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/oknpjjbmpnndlpmnhmekjpocelpnlfdi?utm_source=chrome-ntp-icon">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">SlideRocket - </span><a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/omeengfjefdmhnkojnfmncpfdbhnecea?utm_source=chrome-ntp-icon" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">TypingClub - </span><a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/obdbgibnhfcjmmpfijkpcihjieedpfah?utm_source=chrome-ntp-icon" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Boomerang - </span><a href="http://www.boomeranggmail.com/" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Useful Links</span><br />
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<li>Technology Team Tackles Teacher Training <a href="http://www.convergemag.com/training/Technology-Team-Tackles-Teacher-Training.html" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>Fondy Tech Team’s 1:1 Chromebook Initiative Helpful Links <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mjR4sK4Frv0Bg6CgHyLXC7KHt2rqm3HEuzGt-qrYt-w/edit">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Chromebooks for Education Website - </span><a href="http://www.google.com/intl/en/chrome/education/chromebook/" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Chromebooks for Education Overview - </span><a href="http://www.google.com/intl/en/chrome/education/chromebook/" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">How to Use a Chromebook Playlist - </span><a href="http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL34A51F13593B9E38&feature=plcp" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">A Chrome Superhero - </span><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_dd7yINXCE" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Back to School with Google Chromebooks - </span><a href="http://www.hackeducation.com/2011/08/24/back-to-school-with-google-chromebooks/#.TlWjoeedhhc.twitter" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Chromebook Forum - </span><a href="http://www.thechromebookforum.com/" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Chromebook Central - </span><a href="https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/chromebook-central" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Rndr - For Java on a Chromebook - Rndr is a cloud service that allows you to use any device to access web applications that require Java, Silverlight, Flash and other plugins. - </span><a href="http://www.rndr.com/" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">CK-12 Flexbooks - Free digital textbooks. - </span><a href="http://www.ck12.org/flexbook/" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Haiku - </span><a href="http://www.haikulearning.com/" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">News</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ohio Google Apps Summit: Session descriptions now posted for the Ohio Google Apps Summit</span><a href="http://www.ohiogoesgoogle.org/" style="font-family: inherit;"> Link</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">EdCamp Cleveland - June 15, 2012 - Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School - FREE - with lunch provided - </span><a href="http://edcampcle.wordpress.com/" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Google Education On Air Conference - May 2nd - Noon-10pm EST - FREE - 40 sessions on a variety of Google (and other ed-tech) topics - </span><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/eduonair/" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Awesome Thing of the Week</span><br />
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<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Sean: </b>Instagrok: instaGrok is a search engine specifically designed with education in mind. Enter your search query, and your results page will be filled with interesting facts, related terms, websites, images, and best of all quiz questions which can then be used right away in the classroom. Any of the information can be “pinned” to your journal for later use. - </span><a href="http://www.instagrok.com/" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Eric C:</b> YouTube tools: TubeChop </span><a href="http://www.tubechop.com/" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> (allows you to easily chop a section from any YouTube video and share it) - ViewPure </span><a href="http://viewpure.com/" style="font-family: inherit;">Link</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> (watch YouTube videos without comments, suggestions, or the other things)</span></li>
<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Eric G: </b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> Google Chat Tips now with "</span><b><i>sarcasm"</i></b><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">_your text_ italicized </span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">*your text* bold</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">-your text- </span>strike-through</li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">Next episodes</span></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">May 5th: Teaching Science with Technology - Survey is still open: </span>
<a href="http://www.thestateoftech.org/2012/04/episode-16-survey-technology-in-science.html" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">Survey link</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">May 19th: LMS Shootout: Compare a variety of LMS solutions - <a href="http://www.thestateoftech.org/2012/04/episode-17-18-survey-learning.html">Survey link</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">June 2nd: LMS Practical Applications</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">Giveaway</span></b> - <b>IPEVO Tubular Bluetooth speakers</b>. Tweet @thestateoftech and a link to the episode show notes page to be entered for a chance to win. Winner will be announced during the next episode.</span></li>
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Eric Griffithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13564111989980023415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-7950480525089318982012-04-15T21:16:00.000-07:002016-12-01T16:55:14.642-08:00Episode 14 Podcast - "The Flipped Classroom"<b>The State of Tech - Episode 14 - "The Flipped Classroom"</b><br />
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<b>Summary:</b> In this episode we talk about the flipped classroom. We define what "flipping" your classroom is and is not, explore how to integrate the concepts behind the flipped classroom model into your curriculum, and how to leverage available technology to appropriately pair the learning activity with the learning environment. Guests also discuss their success stories, tips and tricks, tools, and hurdles they faced when flipping their own classrooms. <br />
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<li>Sean Beavers - <a href="mailto:remedy1978@gmail.com">remedy1978@gmail.com</a> </li>
<li>Eric Curts -<a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/"> www.ericcurts.com</a> </li>
<li>Eric Griffith - <a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a> </li>
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<li>Ramsey Musallam - <a href="http://www.flipteaching.com/">www.flipteaching.com</a> </li>
<li>Lisa Johnson-Bowers - Mentor Schools <a href="http://www.northernohiopdc.com/">www.northernohiopdc.com</a> , <a href="http://www.ideastream.org/education/online">http://www.ideastream.org/education/online</a> (for training) </li>
<li>Palla Beursken - Sailorway Middle School - Vermilion Local School District </li>
<li>Steve Mays - <a href="mailto:mayss@mason.k12.oh.us">mayss@mason.k12.oh.us</a> or <a href="mailto:maysterchief@gmail.com">maysterchief@gmail.com</a> - Mason City Schools </li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">News</span><br />
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<li>Ohio Google Apps Summit: Session descriptions now posted for the Ohio Google Apps Summit <a href="http://www.ohiogoesgoogle.org/">Link</a> </li>
<li>Dropbox updated their maximum amount of storage to 16GB for referring users to their service <a href="https://www.dropbox.com/referrals">Link</a> </li>
<li>OETC12 videos from keynote and featured speakers online now at <a href="http://www.etech.ohio.gov/conference/video/">Link</a> </li>
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<li>Eric C: CK-12 Study Guides - <a href="http://www.ck12.org/flexbook/studyguides/">Link</a> </li>
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Tools available for creating annotated screencasts and tutorials:<br />
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<li>Camtasia - <a href="http://www.techsmith.com/camtasia.html">Link</a> </li>
<li>Screenflow (mac) - <a href="http://www.telestream.net/screen-flow/">Link</a> </li>
<li>Jing (JingPro discontinued) - <a href="http://www.techsmith.com/jing.html">Link</a> </li>
<li>SnagIt (unlimited vid recorder featured after JingPro died) - <a href="http://www.techsmith.com/snagit.html">Link</a> </li>
<li>Ink2Go (combines recording and inking) - <a href="http://ink2.eyepowergames.com/">Link</a> </li>
<li>Screenr - <a href="http://www.screenr.com/">Link</a> </li>
<li>Screencast-O-Matic - <a href="http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/">Link</a> </li>
<li>Educreations - <a href="http://www.educreations.com/">Link</a> </li>
<li>Omnidazzle (great tool to ink over screen) - <a href="http://www.omnigroup.com/products/omnidazzle/">Link</a> </li>
<li>Jarnal (great tool to ink “in” pdf documents) - <a href="http://www.dklevine.com/general/software/tc1000/jarnal.htm">Link</a> </li>
<li>ScreenChomp (iOS app, free) - <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/screenchomp/id442415881?mt=8">Link</a> </li>
<li>Educreations (iOS app, free) - <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/educreations-interactive-whiteboard/id478617061?mt=8">Link</a> </li>
<li>Explain Everything (iOS app, $2.99) - <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/explain-everything/id431493086?mt=8">Link</a> </li>
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Additional resources:<br />
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<li>Flipped Classroom Infographic - <a href="http://www.knewton.com/flipped-classroom/">Link</a> </li>
<li>flipteaching.com resources - <a href="http://flipteaching.com/page7/index.php">Link</a> </li>
<li>Should You Flip Your Classroom? - <a href="http://www.edutopia.org/blog/flipped-classroom-ramsey-musallam#comment-form">Link</a> </li>
<li>Basic steps required for flipping your classroom - <a href="http://www.eschoolnews.com/2012/03/26/flipped-learning-a-response-to-five-common-criticisms/">Link</a> </li>
<li>Prezi Presentations - <a href="http://prezi.com/">Link</a> </li>
<li>Steve Mays’ Prezi Page - <a href="http://prezi.com/user/xqvvineupq9w/">Link</a> </li>
<li>Steve Mays’ Youtube Station - <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/maysterchief">Link</a> </li>
<li>Flipping Pros and Cons - <a href="http://www.scoop.it/t/screencasting-for-online-learning">Link</a> </li>
<li>Online Smart Notebook Express - <a href="http://express.smarttech.com/#">Link</a> </li>
<li>Smart Notebook - <a href="http://smarttech.com/us/Solutions/Education+Solutions/Products+for+education/Software/SMART+Notebook+collaborative+learning+software">Link</a> </li>
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<li>May 5th - Teaching Science with Technology - <a href="http://tinyurl.com/stateoftech-016-survey">Take the survey</a> </li>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Summary:</b> In this episode we talk about going paperless in the classroom. We look at the best practices for having students turn in their assignments electronically using Google Docs and Dropbox, student created eNotebooks using Google Sites, and discussing a variety of online and offline tools students can use to produce and turn in their assignments without ever touching the dreaded 8 ½ by 11 sheet of paper!</span></div>
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<li>Sean Beavers - <a href="mailto:remedy1978@gmail.com" target="_blank">remedy1978@gmail.com</a></li>
<li>Eric Curts -<a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/" target="_blank"> www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li>Eric Griffith - <a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com" target="_blank">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Patricia Weethee - South Western City Schools </span><a href="mailto:patriciaweethee@gmail.com" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">patriciaweethee@gmail.com</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Ryan Collins - Technology Coordinator, Kenton City Schools</span><a href="http://ryancollins.org/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">http://ryancollins.org</a><br /><a href="http://ryancollins.org/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></a><a href="mailto:mrcollins@ryancollins.org" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">mrcollins@ryancollins.org</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">News</span></span><br />
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<li>2nd Annual Ohio Google Apps Summit - May 10th at the Columbus Convention Center. Call for presenters is now closed, registration is still open. <a href="https://www.itipohio.org/Registration.aspx">Link</a></li>
<li>Ohio Moodle Moot - a Moodle centered conference will take place June 21st at the Mid-Ohio Conference center in Mansfield, Ohio. Registration is now open. <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1109590229786&s=5193&e=001rM6ivh1D3sDOt46wmHOP7KD63Aw6zpyVg2UVuzL2EfqGzaoJmxHiYgvNUxBFV-yfQoBEonWEI7EoFKZ2wuydzajbbJA8hoiit2mFvx12Wls5qLn3PdM8Om5gUxkqGGpn-Ua8Mh4orFVuKsjUkeck2xPhqQG9dQ6gvfePOJYXp04eJuj9NsxcXzBCWl3JOwwbk87m7fU9OZMQC46KVK-C9-Dr8xHqeBSfG_2aARl68TOF-RvL5bRcfsqk2dKeok2Hv3aHMq6necDbTfE0VbFygUcCxxdZ92M5OskLc1kbmqE=">Link</a></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Ryan:</b> Google Chrome Multiple Profile </span><a href="http://goo.gl/dmfmq" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Link</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Sean:</b> My Chrome Theme: Create your own custom Chrome theme in three simple steps. Upload an existing image or use your webcam. Add color, install and share! </span><a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/oehpjpccmlcalbenfhnacjeocbjdonic/details?utm_source=chrome-ntp-icon" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Link</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Eric C:</b> Pinterest - Good way to find any organize web content, especially for visually oriented users. </span><a href="http://pinterest.com/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Link</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Eric G:</b> Tungle.me A free way to schedule using your Google Calendar and any email address. </span><a href="http://tungle.me/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Link</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Main Topic: Going Paperless</span></span> <span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"> Useful Links</span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">South Korean Schools go Paperless. Can Others Follow? </span><a href="http://mindshift.kqed.org/2011/07/south-korean-schools-go-paperless-can-others-follow/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Link</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The Paperless Classroom by Steve Katz </span><a href="http://prezi.com/zmckfolwulxg/the-paperless-classroom/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Link</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The Complete Dropbox for Educators </span><a href="http://jeffthomastech.com/blog/?p=7525" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Link</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Educator’s Guide to Evernote </span><a href="http://www.livebinders.com/play/play/245623" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Link</a></li>
<li><a href="http://teachpaperless.blogspot.com/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">http://teachpaperless.blogspot.com/</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">10 Tools for Getting the Most from Dropbox </span><a href="http://appsineducation.blogspot.com/2011/12/10-tools-for-getting-most-from-dropbox.html" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Link</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">3 Reasons Why Students Should be Using Dropbox </span><a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/3-reasons-why-students-should-be-using-dropbox-as-a-study-tool/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Link</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.dropitto.me/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Drop it to Me</a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> - Upload to a Dropbox without needing an account</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The State of Tech Chrome Theme </span><a href="https://www.mychrometheme.com/t/3ntm0kom0iby3yqi4dbyecdlj" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Link</a></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">April 7th - Flipped Classroom - 1st live podcast! Will be raffling off a Pogoplug Personal Cloud device to one of our live audience members</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">April 21st - Chromebooks in the Classroom with Jaime Casap from Google</span></li>
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Eric Griffithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13564111989980023415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-36880243092816625692012-03-11T16:16:00.000-07:002016-12-01T16:48:34.225-08:00Episode 12 Podcast - Digital Textbooks<b>The State of Tech - Episode 12 - "Digital Text Books"</b><br />
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<b>Summary:</b> In this episode we talk about digital textbooks including the benefits, challenges, and resources for moving away from printed textbooks, with a focus on alternatives to commercial products including free, open-source digital textbooks, teacher-made textbooks, and student-made textbooks.<br />
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<li>Sean Beavers - <a href="mailto:sean@soita.org">sean@soita.org</a></li>
<li>Eric Curts - <a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/" target="_blank">www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li>Eric Griffith - <a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
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<li>Gregg Alpert - CK-12 Foundation - <a href="http://www.ck12.org/" target="_blank">http://www.ck12.org</a> - <a href="mailto:gregg@ck12.org">gregg@ck12.org</a></li>
<li>Garth Holman - Beachwood Schools - <a href="http://www.teachersfortomorrow.net/" target="_blank">http://www.teachersfortomorrow.net</a> - <a href="mailto:Garth@teachersfortomorrow.net">Garth@teachersfortomorrow.net</a> </li>
<li>Michael Pennington - Chardon Local Schools - <a href="http://www.teachersfortomorrow.net/" target="_blank">http://www.teachersfortomorrow.net</a> - <a href="mailto:Mike@teachersfortomorrow.net">Mike@teachersfortomorrow.net</a> </li>
<li>Ryan Collins - Technology Coordinator for Kenton City Schools - <a href="http://ryancollins.org/" target="_blank">http://ryancollins.org</a> - <a href="mailto:mrcollins@ryancollins.org">mrcollins@ryancollins.org</a></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: #990000;">Google Apps for Education Ohio Summit</span></b> - May 10th at the Columbus Convention Center. Featuring hands-on labs, national speakers, representatives from Google, exhibitors, and Ohio educators sharing their experiences. Registration is now open: <a href="https://www.itipohio.org/Registration.aspx" target="_blank">Link</a>. Call for presenters open: <a href="https://www.itipohio.org/CallforPresenters.aspx" target="_blank">Link</a>.</li>
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<li>Sean: <b><span style="color: #990000;">Greplin</span></b> - Search through all of your online content collectively from Google Docs, Google Calendar, Google Contacts, Google Reader, Twitter, Facebook, and many more. Free iOS app and Chrome Extension will allow you to access your Greplin content anywhere. <a href="https://www.greplin.com/" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>Eric C: <span style="color: #990000;"><b>Lucidchart</b></span> - Free online concept web tool, similar to Inspiration and Kidspiration. Also integrates with Google Apps. Main site - <a href="http://www.lucidchart.com/" target="_blank">http://www.lucidchart.com/</a>, Google Apps for Ed install - <a href="https://www.google.com/enterprise/marketplace/viewListing?productListingId=4179+14456691978068572337&hp=staffpick" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>Eric G: <span style="color: #990000;"><b>YouTube EDU</b></span> - YouTube for Schools provides schools access to hundreds of thousands of free educational videos from <a href="http://www.youtube.com/education" target="_blank">YouTube EDU</a>. These videos come from well-known organizations like <a href="http://www.youtube.com/stanford" target="_blank">Stanford</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/pbs" target="_blank">PBS</a> and <a href="http://www.youtube.com/ted" target="_blank">TED</a> as well as from up-and-coming YouTube partners with millions of views, like <a href="http://www.youtube.com/khanacademy" target="_blank">Khan Academy</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/stevespanglerscience" target="_blank">Steve Spangler Science</a> and <a href="http://www.youtube.com/numberphile" target="_blank">Numberphile</a>. - <a href="http://www.youtube.com/schools" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>Gregg A: <b><span style="color: #990000;">CK-12 beta</span></b> (<a href="http://ck12.org/" target="_blank">ck12.org</a>) and <b><span style="color: #990000;">Edsurge beta</span></b> (<a href="http://edsurge.com/" target="_blank">edsurge.com</a>)</li>
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<b>Examples:</b><br />
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<li>CK-12 - <a href="http://www.ck12.org/" target="_blank">http://www.ck12.org</a>, <a href="http://www.ck12.org/about/ck12-intro-video/" target="_blank">Video</a>, <a href="http://about.ck12.org/about/tutorials" target="_blank">Tutorials</a>, <a href="http://www.ck12.org/about/faq/" target="_blank">FAQ</a></li>
<li>Student created digital History textbook - <a href="http://dgh.wikispaces.com/home" target="_blank">http://dgh.wikispaces.com/home</a></li>
</ul>
<b>Articles:</b><br />
<ul>
<li>Apple's iPad Textbooks Cost 5x More Than Print - <a href="http://www.educationbusinessblog.com/2012/02/apples_ipad_textbooks_cost_5x.html" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>How to Create Your Own Textbook — With or Without Apple - <a href="http://mindshift.kqed.org/2012/01/how-to-create-your-own-textbook-with-or-without-apple/" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>The Present and Future of Digital Textbooks - <a href="http://edudemic.com/2012/02/digital-textbooks/" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>iPads vs. Textbooks Infographic - <a href="http://edudemic.com/2012/02/ipads-vs-textbooks/" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>2 New Platforms Offer Alternatives to Apple’s Textbook-Authoring Software - <a href="http://chronicle.com/blogs/wiredcampus/2-new-platforms-offer-alternative-to-apples-textbook-authoring-software/35495" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>How to Write Your First Book in iBooks Author - <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/write-book-ibooks-author/" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
</ul>
<b>Discovering content:</b><br />
<ul>
<li>Twitter - <a href="http://twitter.com/" target="_blank">http://twitter.com</a> and good education hashtags (<a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VelhMDERt4RxrX4rsF8aq8N2tma-gDme8fLpYMip4M0/edit?hl=en&pli=1" target="_blank">link</a>, <a href="http://blog.simplek12.com/education/top-ten-twitter-hashtags-for-educators/" target="_blank">link</a>, <a href="http://www.cybraryman.com/edhashtags.html" target="_blank">link</a>) and good people to follow (<a href="http://cybraryman.com/plnstars.html" target="_blank">link</a>)</li>
<li>Google+ - <a href="https://plus.google.com/" target="_blank">https://plus.google.com</a></li>
<li>Video site - <a href="http://www.youtube.com/" target="_blank">Youtube</a>, <a href="http://www.teachertube.com/" target="_blank">TeacherTube</a>, <a href="http://www.khanacademy.org/" target="_blank">Kahn Academy</a>, etc.</li>
<li>Develop your Personal Learning Network (PLN) - <a href="http://www.infohio.org/index.php/viewwebinar?webinarid=LWI20120308flv" target="_blank">webinar</a></li>
</ul>
<b>Collecting content:</b><br />
<ul>
<li>Delicious - <a href="http://www.delicious.com/" target="_blank">http://www.delicious.com</a></li>
<li>Diigo - <a href="http://www.diigo.com/" target="_blank">http://www.diigo.com</a></li>
<li>Evernote - <a href="http://www.evernote.com/" target="_blank">http://www.evernote.com</a></li>
</ul>
<b>Creating content:</b><br />
<ul>
<li>Google Docs - <a href="https://docs.google.com/" target="_blank">https://docs.google.com</a></li>
<li>Screen recording tools - <a href="http://www.techsmith.com/camtasia.html" target="_blank">Camtasia</a>, <a href="http://camstudio.org/" target="_blank">Camstudio</a>, <a href="http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/" target="_blank">Screencast-O-Matic</a>, etc.</li>
</ul>
<b>Creating digital textbooks:</b><br />
<ul>
<li>Calibre e-book management - <a href="http://calibre-ebook.com/" target="_blank">http://calibre-ebook.com</a></li>
<li>CK-12 - <a href="http://www.ck12.org/" target="_blank">http://www.ck12.org</a></li>
<li>Live Binders - <a href="http://livebinders.com/" target="_blank">http://livebinders.com</a></li>
<li>Google Sites - <a href="https://sites.google.com/" target="_blank">https://sites.google.com</a></li>
<li>Google Docs - <a href="https://docs.google.com/" target="_blank">https://docs.google.com</a></li>
<li>Wikispaces - <a href="http://www.wikispaces.com/" target="_blank">http://www.wikispaces.com</a></li>
<li>LMS / CMS options - <a href="http://www.edmodo.com/" target="_blank">Edmodo</a>, <a href="https://www.schoology.com/" target="_blank">Schoology</a>, <a href="http://moodle.org/" target="_blank">Moodle</a>, <a href="http://www.itslearning.net/" target="_blank">itsLearning</a>, <a href="http://www.wordpress.org/" target="_blank">Wordpress</a>, etc.</li>
<li>iBooks Author - <a href="http://www.apple.com/ibooks-author" target="_blank">http://www.apple.com/ibooks-author</a></li>
<li>Book Creator for iPad (iOS) - <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/book-creator-for-ipad/id442378070?mt=8" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>iBookcreator - (iOS) - <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ibookcreator/id481160195?mt=8" target="_blank">Link</a></li>
<li>Creative Book Builder (iOS) - <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/creative-book-builder-create/id451041428?mt=8" target="_blank">Link</a> - Can load from Google Docs for content, can load .ePub </li>
<li>Wikipedia Book Creator - <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:Book" target="_blank">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:Book</a></li>
<li>Anthologize (Wordpress Plugin) - <a href="http://anthologize.org/" target="_blank">http://anthologize.org</a></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: large;">Next episode:</span><br />
<ul>
<li>Date: March 24, 2012 - Topic: Google Chromebooks</li>
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Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15803099299491840854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-43538910273813485132012-03-07T03:32:00.001-08:002016-12-01T16:46:39.604-08:00Episode 11 Podcast - The Best of OETC12 LIVE<br />
<b>The State of Tech - Episode 011 - "The Best of the eTech Educational Technology Conference - LIVE"</b><br />
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<b>Summary: </b>In this episode we talk about the most memorable sessions, presenters, gadgets & gizmo's from the 2012 eTech Ohio Technology Conference. <br />
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<li>Sean Beavers - <a href="mailto:sean@soita.org">sean@soita.org</a></li>
<li>Eric Curts - <a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/" target="_blank">www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li>Eric Griffith - <a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Main Topic - Best of OETC12</span><br />
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<b><span style="color: #990000;">Useful Links:</span></b><br />
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<li>Beyond Paperless - Ryan Collins - <a href="http://m.guidebook.com/660/event/139629/" target="_blank">link</a></li>
<li>The Tides of Gamification - David Grimes - <a href="http://m.guidebook.com/660/event/139591/" target="_blank">link</a></li>
<li>Students Leaving a Legacy: A Student Created Digital Wiki-textbook - Michael Pennington and Garth Holman - <a href="http://m.guidebook.com/660/event/139627/" target="_blank">link</a> - <a href="http://dgh.wikispaces.com/home" target="_blank">link</a> - <a href="http://www.teachersfortomorrow.net/1/post/2012/02/etech-2012-student-created-digital-textbook.html" target="_blank">link</a></li>
<li>IPEVO Ziggi Document Camera - <a href="http://www.ipevo.com/prods/IPEVO_Ziggi_USB_Document_Camera" target="_blank">link</a></li>
<li>Meraki Access Points and Management System - <a href="http://www.meraki.com/" target="_blank">link</a></li>
<li>Soapbox - iOS app - <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/soapbox-social-presentations/id492029429?mt=8" target="_blank">link</a></li>
<li>itsLearning - LMS - <a href="http://www.itslearning.net/" target="_blank">link</a></li>
<li>Schoology - LMS - <a href="http://schoology.com/" target="_blank">link</a></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: large;">Next episodes</span><br />
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<li>March 10th - Topic: <b><span style="color: #990000;">Digital Textbooks</span></b>Survey is still open - <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dHlFTGVkaVVBdEl3Y1IxQmV3elJybFE6MQ#gid=0" target="_blank">Take the survey</a></li>
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Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15803099299491840854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-29628454238214361602012-01-29T17:35:00.000-08:002016-12-01T16:44:53.448-08:00Episode 10 - Interactive Whiteboards - Part 2<br />
<b>The State of Tech - Episode 10 - "Interactive Whiteboards - Curricular Uses"</b><br />
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<b>Summary:</b> In this episode we talk about how interactive whiteboards (and other similar touch technology) can improve teaching and learning in schools. We focus on both teacher and student uses, especially highlighting things that cannot be done easily without IWB technology. Plus special guests, David Sladkey and Scott Miller from the "Teaching with Smartboard" podcast.<br />
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<li>Sean Beavers - <a href="mailto:sean@soita.org">sean@soita.org</a></li>
<li>Eric Curts - <a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/" target="_blank">www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li>Eric Griffith - <a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
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<li>David Sladkey - <a href="mailto:dave@teachingwithsmartboard.com">dave@teachingwithsmartboard.com</a> - Math Teacher for Naperville Central High School in Naperville Illinois, Co-host of the Smartboard podcast “Teaching with Smartboard” - <a href="http://teachingwithsmartboard.com/" target="_blank">http://teachingwithsmartboard.com/</a></li>
<li>Scott Miller - <a href="mailto:scott@teachingwithsmartboard.com">scott@teachingwithsmartboard.com</a> - Instructional Coordinator for the Math Department at Naperville Central High School in Naperville Illinois, Co-host of the Smartboard podcast “Teaching with Smartboard” - <a href="http://teachingwithsmartboard.com/" target="_blank">http://teachingwithsmartboard.com/</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">News</span><br />
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<li><b><span style="color: #990000;">Edcamp Columbus set for March 3</span></b> - Edcamp Columbus is a free, participant-driven event that offers professional development for teachers by teachers. Sessions are determined on the day of the event, and anyone who attends can present. The inaugural Edcamp Columbus session will be held March 3 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Upper Arlington High School in Columbus, OH. Register now and learn more about this unique unconference. <a href="http://edcampcolumbus.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
</ul>
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<li><b><span style="color: #990000;">Tech Coordinators Meeting</span></b> at Ohio Educational Technology Conference - Tuesday, February 14 after the keynote speaker. <a href="http://www.etech.ohio.gov/conference/register/" target="_blank">(link)</a> - <b><span style="color: #990000;"><i>Note: we will be recording a live State of Tech podcast after that at 1:15PM, Main Stage Battelle Hall.</i></span></b></li>
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<li><span style="color: #990000;"><b>Submit Your Blended Learning Proposals!</b> </span>- We are pleased to announce a new Request for Proposals promoting the use of Blended Learning in Ohio Public Schools. Applicants are required to submit a Letter of Intent by or before February 22, 2012. Please visit the Blended Learning RFP page to learn more and apply. <a href="http://www.etech.ohio.gov/blended-learning" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Awesome Thing of the Week</span><br />
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<li>Sean: <b><span style="color: #990000;">My Classroom Window</span></b>: Evaluate and review text books, interactive whiteboards, tablets and other types of educational technology. Earn points for each review you submit. <a href="http://myclassroomwindow.com/sweepstakes/" target="_blank">(link)</a><br />Plus - Photo of Sean’s Noah’s Ark cake - <a href="http://i419.photobucket.com/albums/pp275/remedy1978/photo.jpg" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>Eric C: <b><span style="color: #990000;">IE Tab</span></b> - Chrome extension to run IE inside of Chrome for websites that need IE to function properly - <a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/hehijbfgiekmjfkfjpbkbammjbdenadd" target="_blank">(link)</a> - Also, IE Tab Multi - <a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/fnfnbeppfinmnjnjhedifcfllpcfgeea" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>Eric G: <b><span style="color: #990000;">App Blaster</span></b> - Toy for the iPhone and iPod Touch - <a href="http://www.apptoyz.com/" target="_blank">(link)</a><br /><b><span style="color: #990000;">LogMeIn app</span></b> now Free in the App Store - <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/US/app/id479229407" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
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<b><span style="color: #990000;">Useful Links for IWB Uses</span></b><br />
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<li>Interactive websites</li>
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<li>Smartboard Goodies - <a href="http://smartboardgoodies.com/" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>K-2 Student Interactives - <a href="http://www.uen.org/k-2interactives/index.shtml" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>BBC Bitesize - <a href="http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>National Library of Virtual Manipulatives - <a href="http://nlvm.usu.edu/" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
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<li>SMART</li>
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<li>Teaching with Smartboard Podcast - <a href="http://teachingwithsmartboard.com/" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>SMART Exchange - <a href="http://exchange.smarttech.com/" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>Teachers Love Smartboards - <a href="http://www.teacherslovesmartboards.com/" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>Online classes - <a href="http://www.willoughby-eastlake.k12.oh.us/classroom/technology/" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>Center School District SMART Board Resources <a href="http://www1.center.k12.mo.us/edtech/SB/SB.html" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>eduScapes - Engaging Learners the SMART Board Way <a href="http://eduscapes.com/sessions/smartboard/" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>Lee Summit SMART Board Resources <a href="http://its.leesummit.k12.mo.us/smartboard.htm" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>Bristol Virginia Schools SMART Board Activities <a href="http://www.bristolvaschools.org/mwarren/SBActivities.htm" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>SMART Board Lessons for the Kindergarten Classroom
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<li>Promethean</li>
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<li>Promethean Planet - <a href="http://www.prometheanplanet.com/en-us/" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
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<li>Polyvision and Epson</li>
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<li>RM EasiLearn - <a href="http://www.easilearn.com/us/" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Next episodes</span><br />
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<li>February 14th - Topic: <b><span style="color: #990000;">The Best of the eTech Educational Technology Conference</span> - </b>We are live from eTech! - Main Stage - Battelle Hall - 1:15 pm</li>
<li>Vote for the next topics to be covered on the show - <a href="http://tinyurl.com/tsot-topic-survey-2012" target="_blank">Take the survey</a></li>
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<br />Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15803099299491840854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-77484437917572769722012-01-15T16:30:00.000-08:002016-12-01T16:40:31.482-08:00Episode 9 - Interactive Whiteboards - Part 1<br />
<b>The State of Tech - Episode 9 - "Interactive Whiteboards - Part 1 - Comparing Systems"</b><br />
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<b>Summary:</b> In this episode we talk about the different brands of Interactive Whiteboard (IWB) systems, such as Smart, Promethean, Polyvision Eno, Mimio, Epson BrightLink, the Wiimote project and more, to compare the features, pros, and cons of each system..<br />
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<li>Sean Beavers - <a href="mailto:sean@soita.org">sean@soita.org</a></li>
<li>Eric Curts - <a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/" target="_blank">www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li>Eric Griffith - <a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Guests</span><br />
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<li>Nick Rider - <a href="mailto:ridern@vanlueschool.org">ridern@vanlueschool.org</a>, Technology Coordinator, Vanlue Local School</li>
<li>TJ Houston - <a href="mailto:tj@tjhouston.com">tj@tjhouston.com</a> - Director of Technology for Huron City Schools</li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">News</span><br />
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<li><span style="color: #990000;"><b>Technology Planning Tool</b></span> Up and Ready - <a href="http://portal.etech.ohio.gov/" target="_blank">portal.etech.ohio.gov</a></li>
<li><span style="color: #990000;"><b>Tech Coordinators Meeting</b></span> at Ohio Educational Technology Conference - Tuesday, February 14 after the keynote speaker. <a href="http://www.etech.ohio.gov/conference/register/">www.etech.ohio.gov/conference/register/</a> - <span style="color: #990000;"><i>Note: we will be recording a live State of Tech podcast after that at 1:45PM, Main Stage Battelle Hall.</i></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #990000;"><b>Digital Learning Day</b></span> - February 1 - <a href="http://www.digitallearningday.org/" target="_blank">www.digitallearningday.org</a></li>
<li><span style="color: #990000;"><b>2012 NEOTech Conference</b></span> - Friday, March 16, 2012. Quaker Square Inn Conference Center at the University of Akron. 135 South Broadway, Akron, Ohio 44325. This a FREE Conference, including registration and lunch. - <a href="http://www.neotechconference.org/" target="_blank">http://www.neotechconference.org</a> </li>
<li><b><span style="color: #990000;">Apple Event</span></b> - <a href="http://www.zdnet.com/blog/apple/big-apple-event-to-feature-digital-textbooks-rumor/12002" target="_blank">http://www.zdnet.com/blog/apple/big-apple-event-to-feature-digital-textbooks-rumor/12002</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Awesome Thing of the Week</span><br />
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<li>Sean: <span style="color: #990000;"><b>Samsung Series 3 Chromebox</b></span>: Desktop version of the Samsung Series 5 Chromebook. Dual core Celeron processor, 2GB of ram, 16GB solid state drive. No word on pricing. <a href="http://goo.gl/uZHAr" target="_blank">(link)</a><br /><span style="color: #990000;"><b>ifttt: If This, Then That</b></span>. Allows you to plug information from one web service into another. You can create your own custom “tasks” or go with one of several pre made “recipes”. <a href="http://ifttt.com/" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>Eric C: TILDE podcast - “<span style="color: #990000;"><b>Learning with Technology Weekly</b></span>” - Andrews Sams and Michelle Gerbrick from Aurora City Schools - <a href="http://tilde.aurora-schools.org/" target="_blank">http://tilde.aurora-schools.org/</a></li>
<li>Eric G: <span style="color: #990000;"><b>SATA/ IDE to USB 2.0 Adapter</b></span> - 2.5"/3.5"/5.25" SATA/IDE to USB 2.0 Adapter <a href="http://www.vantecusa.com/en/product/view_detail/266" target="_blank">(link)</a> </li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Main Topic - Interactive Whiteboards - Comparing Systems</span><br />
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For our <b>spreadsheet with detailed comparisons</b> of the systems we covered, <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0ArlOtxmGpIFidFpwTWpiN1lfWlJjR21sbzJWSW1vTlE" target="_blank">click here</a>.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #990000;">Smartboards</span></b><br />
<ul>
<li>Product - <a href="http://goo.gl/MT0ZP" target="_blank">http://goo.gl/MT0ZP</a></li>
<li>Resources - <a href="http://smarttech.com/us/Resources/SMART+Exchange" target="_blank">http://smarttech.com/us/Resources/SMART+Exchange</a></li>
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<b><span style="color: #990000;">Polyvision ENO</span></b><br />
<ul>
<li>Product - <a href="http://www.polyvision.com/solutions/interactive-whiteboards/eno-family" target="_blank">http://www.polyvision.com/solutions/interactive-whiteboards/eno-family</a></li>
<li>Software - RM EasiTeach - <a href="http://www.easiteach.com/usa/" target="_blank">http://www.easiteach.com/usa/</a></li>
<li>Resources - <a href="http://www.polyvision.com/resources" target="_blank">http://www.polyvision.com/resources</a>, <a href="http://www.easilearn.com/us/" target="_blank">http://www.easilearn.com/us/</a></li>
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<b><span style="color: #990000;">Promethean</span></b><br />
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<li>Product - <a href="http://www.prometheanworld.com/en-us/education" target="_blank">http://www.prometheanworld.com/en-us/education</a></li>
<li>Resources - <a href="http://www.prometheanplanet.com/en-us/" target="_blank">http://www.prometheanplanet.com/en-us/</a>, <a href="http://www.logicalchoicestore.com/default.aspx" target="_blank">http://www.logicalchoicestore.com/default.aspx</a></li>
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<b><span style="color: #990000;">Mimio</span></b><br />
<ul>
<li>Product - <a href="http://www.mimio.dymo.com/" target="_blank">www.mimio.dymo.com</a></li>
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<b><span style="color: #990000;">Epson Brightlink Solo</span></b><br />
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<li>Product - <a href="http://www.epsonbrightlink.webengager.com/Education/default.aspx" target="_blank">http://www.epsonbrightlink.webengager.com/Education/default.aspx</a></li>
<li>Software - RM EasiTeach - <a href="http://www.easiteach.com/usa/" target="_blank">http://www.easiteach.com/usa/</a></li>
<li>Resources - <a href="http://www.easilearn.com/us/" target="_blank">http://www.easilearn.com/us/</a></li>
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<b><span style="color: #990000;">Wiimote option</span></b><br />
<ul>
<li>Product - <a href="http://www.wiimoteproject.com/" target="_blank">http://www.wiimoteproject.com/</a> </li>
<li>Resources Links:</li>
<li><a href="http://www.wiimoteproject.com/" target="_blank">http://www.wiimoteproject.com/</a></li>
<li><a href="http://wiki.wiimoteproject.com/Wiimote_HOWTO" target="_blank">http://wiki.wiimoteproject.com/Wiimote_HOWTO</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.wiiteachers.com/" target="_blank">http://www.wiiteachers.com/</a> </li>
<li><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5s5EvhHy7eQ&feature=player_embedded" target="_blank">Video from Johnny Lee</a></li>
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<b><span style="color: #990000;">Tablets as IWB Alternatives</span></b><br />
<ul>
<li>Mobile Mouse (Remote/Trackpad for iPad) $2.99 <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/mobile-mouse-remote-trackpad/id363573369?mt=8" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>Doceri Remote Free <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/doceri-remote/id412443803?mt=8" target="_blank">(link)</a> Used in conjunction with Doceri Desktop Software ($50 per license) <a href="http://doceri.com/" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>Splashtop Remote Desktop for iPad $4.99 <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/splashtop-remote-desktop-for/id382509315?mt=8" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>Ink 2 Go, $19.90 <a href="http://ink2.eyepowergames.com/" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>Apple TV $99 <a href="http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/shop_ipod/family/apple_tv" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Next episodes</span><br />
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<li>January 28th: <b><span style="color: #990000;">Interactive Whiteboards - Part 2 - Integration Ideas</span></b><br />Survey is still open: <a href="http://tinyurl.com/stateoftech-009-survey" target="_blank">http://tinyurl.com/stateoftech-009-survey</a></li>
<li>February 14th - <b><span style="color: #990000;">The Best of the eTech Educational Technology Conference</span></b><br />Live from eTech! Join us in Battelle Hall at 1:45 pm for the live recording and be part of the show!</li>
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Erichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15803099299491840854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2921299005271134185.post-3972181284086842292012-01-01T17:59:00.000-08:002016-12-01T16:32:53.038-08:00Episode 8 Podcast - Ed Tech Predictions for 2012<br />
<b>The State of Tech - Episode 8 - "Ed Tech Predictions for 2012"</b><br />
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<b>Summary:</b> In this episode we talk about our predictions for Educational Technology in 2012.<br />
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-size: large;">Hosts</span><br />
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<li>Sean Beavers - <a href="mailto:sean@soita.org">sean@soita.org</a></li>
<li>Eric Curts - <a href="http://www.ericcurts.com/" target="_blank">www.ericcurts.com</a></li>
<li>Eric Griffith - <a href="mailto:eric.s.griffith@gmail.com">eric.s.griffith@gmail.com</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Awesome Thing of the Week</span><br />
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<li>Sean: <b><span style="color: #990000;">AirTodo</span></b> - (99 Cents) Task list for iPhone and iPod Touch. Syncs with Google tasks. Excellent UI. <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/airtodo-google-tasks-sync/id407948043?mt=8" target="_blank">(link)</a>, and <span style="color: #990000;"><b>Handoff</b></span> - (99 Cents) Universal app for iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad. Send web links to your iOS device. Similar to Chrome to Phone. iPhone/iPod Touch version: <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/handoff/id407771575?mt=8" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>Eric C: Android App - <b><span style="color: #990000;">Tiny Flashlight + LED</span></b> - <a href="https://market.android.com/details?id=com.devuni.flashlight#?t=W251bGwsMSwxLDUwMSwiY29tLmRldnVuaS5mbGFzaGxpZ2h0Il0." target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
<li>Eric G: <b><span style="color: #990000;">Voxer walkie Talkie App</span></b> - Works on both Android and iOS. <a href="http://voxer.com/" target="_blank">(link)</a></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Main Topic - Ed Tech Predictions for 2012</span><br />
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<li>Sean: </li>
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<li>iPad 3 with Retina display release by Apple in Q1 of 2012. Improved rear facing camera.</li>
<li>Google+ will be made available to K-12 with granular control over sharing and individual features.</li>
<li>Google enables offline document creation, as well as the ability to create calendar appointments offline.</li>
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<li>Eric C: </li>
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<li>By the end of 2012, there will be a solid quality, easily available, $100 Android tablet. This will lead to much greater adoption by schools. At that time sales of new Android tablets will pass sales of new iPads.</li>
<li>Google will roll out the much rumored G-Drive which will allow for automatic syncing of files between your computer and Google Apps. Google will increase free file storage to 25 GB.</li>
<li>Traditional touch-sensitive Interactive Whiteboards will decline in sales, as they are replaced by other IWB options, specifically (1) those that use a specialized pen, and (2) tablets linked to projectors.</li>
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<li>Eric G: </li>
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<li>iOS devices will be the dominate tablet for the classroom.</li>
<li>Bring on the BYOT!</li>
<li>Netflix will dominate all other paid streaming services and will be integrated into cars. Plus... Netflix EDU.</li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Next episodes</span><br />
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<li>January 14th: <b><span style="color: #990000;">Interactive Whiteboards Part 1 - Comparing Systems</span></b></li>
<li>January 28th: <b><span style="color: #990000;">Interactive Whiteboards Part 2 - Best Educational Uses</span></b></li>
<li>Survey is still open: <a href="http://tinyurl.com/stateoftech-009-survey" target="_blank">http://tinyurl.com/stateoftech-009-survey</a></li>
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