Snapdrop - share files across computer systems

On the Mac, Airdrop is a fast and simple way of sharing files. The only problem is you can only share between Mac devices.
With Snapdrop you are able to have the features of AirDrop but on a range of devices (Mac, Windows, Google and Linux. This is possible because the feature is web based.

When you first go into Snapdrop you will be given a short link as an option. Give this to the person you want to share the file with for them to type into their browser. This will make the connection.

To find out more, go to:

http://www.idownloadblog.com/2015/12/29/snapdrop/

Voice Thread February Workshops

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Are you looking to add to your professional development portfolio? Join us for our free February workshops! See All Workshops Beat the Next Snow Day with VoiceThread February 3, 2016 at 7:00 pm ET - Register here There are more snow days to come, but you don’t have to lose a full day of instruction. Learn how VoiceThread keeps students learning even when classes are canceled.   Teaching Languages with VoiceThread February 10, 2016 at 7:00 pm ET - Register here Whether students are learning English or any other language, practicing vocabulary, grammar and speaking are fundamental elements of any course. VoiceThread and STEM Classes February 17, 2016 at 7:00 pm ET - Register here Jobs in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics are growing, and today’s students need a deeper understanding of STEM subjects to perform in a global economy.   Using the VoiceThread Manager Tools February 24, 2016 at 7:00 pm ET - Register here In this session, you will learn how to add members, use analytics, reset student passwords, and more. About the Workshops These workshops are completely free.  Each session is led by George Haines, an instructional designer and former educator.  George will share his expertise to help you get the most from VoiceThread.

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What's The Story With Cyberbullying? Pt 1 - Different Digital Worlds

Cyberbullying garners a lot of media attention. Often we hear the horror stories and we worry for our children in this digital world that they so love to inhabit.  A large body of research shows that students who are cyberbullied are less likely to tell their parents or teachers if it is happening.  What is the story with Cyberbullying?  How prevalent is it?  What can we as parents do to help our children?

In order to understand cyberbullying, we need to understand our children and the differences between them and us in terms of digital use.

Digital Immigrants vs Digital Natives 

Prensky (2001) posits that we fall into one of two groups:  digital natives, or digital immigrants. Each group has characteristics worth noting:

Digital Immigrants

• latecomer to the tech revolution - have adapted to technology but have their feet in the past
• have a tech “accent”  eg. call and ask if someone got their email?  Type out text messaging in full words
• try and work around or second guess technology (natives know no other way)
• grew up linear - one topic at a time, everything in order
• phones, email and internet are separate to who they are -  tools to reach someone or set up face to face meetings

Digital Natives

• are today’s adolescents - more comfortable and aware of cyber issues than adults (who tend to be digital immigrants).
• grow up immersed in technology
• always had internet, laptops, cell phones, social media and other digital tech where they can instantly capture and communicate with their world
• use digital tools as extensions of body and mind - fluidly incorporating them into daily routines
• adapt quickly to tech change and look for ways to integrate it into their world
• texting is primary form of e-communication
• are burst thinkers - jump from idea to idea
• are fluid at communicating through a variety of media eg. text, instagram, facebook

It is important for us to realize that digital communication is as important to natives as face to face meetings are to immigrants. In part two of this series we will discuss digital socializing.

Part 2 (next week): What's The Story With Cyber Bullying? Pt 2. Digital Socializing

References:

Prensky, M. (2001). Digital Natives, Digital Immigrants. Retrieved from http://www.marcprensky.com/writing/Prensky%20-%20Digital%20Natives,%20Digital%20Immigrants%20-%20Part1.pdf

Air Scanner: Wirless connection from your iOS device to your computer

Air Scanner: Wireless Remote HD Document Camera and Overhead Projector Replacement

This app is free as of January 26.




Link to the iTunes Store

3D Printed Letterpress

Taking an old technology and reworking it with a new one. Find out how a 3D printer can be used to create typeface to be used in a traditional press.

More suited to High School students ( 11:06 minutes)

A23D: A 3D-Printed Letterpress Font from Adrian Harrison on Vimeo.

21stCL Online courses available: The Digital revolution, Your classroom and You

Course Updates The new courses continue to roll in and this week we are thrilled to release “The Digital Revolution, Your Classroom and You.” This course is available for Continuing Education Units (CEU’s), SUNY Buffalo (3 sem. credits) and The Heritage Institute (6 qtr. credits) Course Description: Come along as we explore this digital revolution and its impact on political evolution, social identity and the world of education. We explore how massive social media companies like Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Snapchat (and more) enable an expanded sense of identity and communication, and are altering old social structures, norms and practices. As usual, we are offering 50% off to the first five people who sign up within the first two weeks. To take advantage, head to the course, click the enroll button, select your credit preference and use the coupon code: earlyaccess02.  Be quick before others get there ahead of you.

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Become a 21st Century Educator; Teach With Us! We love working with innovative and engaging instructors who identify with our mission of "Building Communities of Learners.” We are looking for course content in all areas including art, mindfulness, sustainability, leadership, technology, design, inclusion and more.  If you have an idea, movement or topic you think others will enjoy learning, let us know. READ MORE

10 Chrome Extensions Every Student Should Install

Here are 10 Chrome browser extensions that are useful for students. Remember that the Chrome browser is an operating system which allows developers to create apps that plug into it making it extremely useful.
The list at the following link have been suggested specifically with students in mind. Check it out.

http://edurolearning.com/blog/extensions-student-install/

Apps listed:

Diigo Web Collector
Sidenotes
Note Anywhere
Goo.gl url shortener
Google Tone
Speak It
Stay Focused
Panel View for Google Keep
Google Dictionary
Calculator

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