EdCamp Chicago

I am at EdCamp Chicago today in Lincolnshire, IL. It is going to be a great day. There are some great conversations that are going to go on today. I am impressed by all of the insight and collaboration that is taking place today. Follow the conference on Twitter with #edcampchicago. There are some great resources that I will share later.

Make-up Workshops Today

I will be holding a make-up workshop today from 3:45-4:45 in the KMS LMC lab on digital storytelling. It will cover digital storytelling options using programs that are currently loaded onto the lab computers, using the equipment for check out, and using simple things that you already have in your classroom.

Flipsnack

This is a site that I just found out about today. It is a great way to create a flippable book where you can create the artwork on the pages. Students can create anything from simple picture book to a multi-chapter book. All you need to do is upload your files to the website in PDF format then you can choose a template, view and publish your flippable book. You can also download your book right to your computer. A free account is needed to save your projects. Check out a video tutorial by clicking on the link below.

Flipsnack Video Tutorial

Flipsnack would also be a great tool for creating online portfolios for both students or teachers. You could compile work from all of your students into one portfolio to keep from year to year or have each student showcase his or her work. 

Free E-book on Web 2.0 Resources

No matter if you are a classroom teacher, a computer applications teacher, or an administrator this is a great resource for anyone in education. The ultimate goal is to create a 21st century classroom in every classroom and this free e-book outlines easy ways to accomplish this goal that don't break the bank. Click on the link below to sign up for your free copy.

http://simplek12.com/tlc/kpw25/

Digital Storytelling

I am excited to be holding two digital storytelling workshops this week. The first will focus on programs that are already loaded onto the computers and the second will focus on web based tools.

Monday and Wednesday @ GCMS from 3:45-4:45 in room 112
Tuesday and Thursday @ KMS from 3:45-4:45 in the LMC lab