I learned about this Google Docs addon from Reddit, but I haven’t had much luck in getting it to work correctly. I’m sharing it so maybe you’ll have better luck and can share with me what you did.
Draftback gives you a visual playback of a document’s version history. It could be used to see how a student constructed a paper, among other things. The demo looks sweet!
Source: Digital Design Platform for Education | InVision InVision provides prototyping services for applications, students can use the website to collaborate on mobile apps and get an idea how the app would work. This would be geared toward the higher grade levels, especially students who may be interested in a user interface or programming career….
Matthew Braun, developer of SketchParty TV (one of my favorite Apple TV games), released a new app to do just that. Waypoint EDU uses AR to make the phone not only a learning tool, but a truly interactive experience that can take place outdoors. Or anywhere. Source: Field Trips Just Got Cooler: Waypoint EDU This looks…
Search your Chrome bookmarks with the Holmes Chrome Extension. Source: Holmes – Chrome Web Store If you’re a heavy user of bookmarks in Chrome, then this extension can help you find the bookmark you need.
Source: WeTransfer WeTransfer allows you to send a file or group of files of up to 2GB in total size through email or with a link for free. There is also a Chrome Extension, a Firefox Add-on and a Mac App which would make sharing even easier. I could see a service like this being used to distribute teacher created materials such…
Source: Security Checklist Security Checklist provides you with a checklist of items to look at and check off in regards to internet security. The list is pretty good. When you are working with students you will want to offer additional information since the website doesn’t offer enough explanation of what some of the terms and services means….
One of the most exciting trends in education today is the integration of technology to enhance instruction and learning. Schools have only scratched the surface when it comes to learning technology, and this knowledge-action-resource gap further exacerbates the overwhelming “kid in a candy store” mentality. Source: End Your Fixation on Tech Tools | EdTech Magazine…