Niche Podcasting
For my Resource Mining post I chose a somewhat unconventional topic – hunting podcasts. I understand hunting itself is a controversial topic but please hear me out. Hunting podcasts are very much a niche market and it is an example of how podcasts do best when they target a select audience with specialized content. In […]
Pearson MathXL
I looked at Pearson MathXL because my son used it in school and he could talk about it. I could not try it out for this review because I could not find a free trial link. I do not believe there is a free trial as the website tells me that I need an access […]
VR, AR and Mixed Reality in the classroom
I found this article while mining for information about AR and VR applications in the classroom. I was drawn to this article as it showcases the benefits and real-life applications of these technologies in the classroom. The main appeal of VR, AR or even Mixed Reality is the ability to create and sustain engagement and […]
Math practice anywhere!
Originally posted By Robert on September 12, 2019 IXL math is a site that allows students, or anyone to practice their math skills. It is built around the BC curriculum and is broken down into the different grades and learning outcomes. The BC curriculum has been changing over the last few years and while it […]
AI Enhanced Holographic Distance Education
Originally posted by Sarah Wong on March 23, 2019 In today’s technologically advanced world. The one place we are behind in our use of technology is in the classroom. With advances in hardware and software making technology more accessible than ever, the only logical step forward is to integrate technology into the classroom as much as possible. In recent […]
CoSpaces Edu
Originally posted by kimberley seto on September 22, 2019 Cospaces Edu is an online mobile platform that allows users to design and code virtual worlds. These virtual worlds can be compatible on both AR and VR platforms. This app extends beyond coding and design. It allows students to experiment with math and physics and present research via […]
Froggipedia: dissect an AR frog on your iPad
Originally posted by Vincent Dong on January 15, 2019 Many people believe that Augmented Reality (AR) technology has the great potential to introduce new ways and methods of teaching and learning and will transform the conventional educational process. Here is an outstanding example of how AR can provide an immersive learning experience. Froggipedia is an interactive AR […]
VoiceThread
Originally Posted by Rebecca on January 13, 2019 VoiceThread is an app that can be used for interactive instruction. It’s format is very much like PowerPoint; however, users are able to comment on what they see. I used it a few years ago, and am coming back to it again here. When I consider […]
Raz-Kids
Originally posted by Danny on September 14, 2019 One example of mobile learning which I have found to be very effective for most students is Raz-Kids, the reading component of the Learning A-Z suite of online educational resources. Raz-Kids is a mobile app that students download onto a tablet or device and teachers manage from the Reading A-Z […]
Flipgrid – Social Learning Through Video
Originally posted by brian ham on September 15, 2019 Flipgrid is a social learning application that engages and empowers student voices in the classroom. This cross-platform tool is accessible on any device, but the mobile apps are particularly well-designed and easy to use. As long as there is internet access, students and teachers alike would […]