Number Frames is an interactive math site for teaching with frames

Number Frames is an interactive math site for teaching with frames

Number Frames is an interactive math site for teaching frames. Using frames, students can learn how to count by 5,10,20, and 100 with a drag and drop interface. Users can change colors, use different shapes for counting, and draw directly onto the surface. This site could be used by the teacher to introduce math concepts to…

Google is removing the Youtube video editor and Slideshow maker

Google is removing the Youtube video editor and Slideshow maker

YouTube is getting rid of its video editor and photo slideshows due to lack of use, the company announced yesterday. The changes won’t happen until September 20th, so if you still rely on YouTube to edit your videos, you’ll have a bit of time before you have to find a new service. Source: YouTube is getting rid of…

Using the Google Sheets API to monitor congressional voting

Using the Google Sheets API to monitor congressional voting

There’s a common phrase among reporters: “The news never sleeps.” This is why many news outlets rely on cloud-based productivity tools like Google Docs and Sheets to share information, check facts and collaborate in real time. And The New York Times is no exception. In May 2017, the U.S. House of Representatives voted on a new health care law affecting millions…

Use Photopea to edit Photoshop files and photos on Chromebooks or in a browser

Use Photopea to edit Photoshop files and photos on Chromebooks or in a browser

Use Photopea to edit Photoshop files on Chromebooks or in a browser. Photopea is a full-fledged graphics and photo editor that works with Photoshop, GIMP, and Sketch file formats.  It supports layers, raster & vector graphics, and a full suite of editing tools. The free version does have ads, but student’s don’t need to have an…

Looking at open plan classrooms

Looking at open plan classrooms

It would appear that Open Plan Classrooms (OPCs) are making a comeback. Or probably more accurately,  they never really went away. You may have also heard of them being referred to as Modern Learning Environments (MLEs). I have no knowledge of their prevalence, past or present. But it is looking increasingly likely that your local…

Employees need skills, not degrees

Employees need skills, not degrees

Of course, a company is only as great as its employees. At the recently held ASU GSV Summit, Weiner revealed the actions his company is taking to look for talent in non-traditional places. Speaking about the qualities LinkedIn is looking for in potential hires, which includes passion and fire, a great work ethic, perseverance, loyalty, and a growth mindset, Weiner…