Latest education updates from around the world
Using the U.S. National Parks to Support STEM Learning
Expeditions in Education provides STEM learning opportunities based on the U.S. National Park System
Pioneering VR Studio Fast Travel Games Raises $4M
Fast Travel Games, the developer and publisher behind a host of VR games, announced it’s closed a new investment of $4 million, something the company says will help it further develop its own IP for VR platforms as well as support ongoing publishing initiatives.
The latest round was led by Handelsbanken Fonder, with existing owners Industrifonden, Brightly Ventures, Creades and Inbox Capital among others also adding new funds.
The Stockholm-based studio is known for developing VR games Wraith: The Oblivion – Afterlife (2021), Apex Construct (2018), The Curious Tale of the Stolen Pets (2019), and Cities: VR (2022).
Having opened […]
Presentory: An Excellent AI-Powered Presentation Tool for Teachers and Educators
I recently stumbled upon Presentory, an AI-powered presentation tool, and let me tell you—I’m downright impressed. As someone deeply entrenched in educational technology, it takes something special to make me go, “Wow, this could really make a difference in classrooms,” and Presentory does just that.
Presentory is packed full of features that cater to various audiences including educators and learners. Based on my first interaction with the tool, I believe Presentory has the potential to revolutionize how you teach, learn, and share knowledge, thanks to its AI capabilities.
Best part? It’s super accessible. You can use it […]
Best Drones for Schools
The best drones for schools are here to help your lessons take flight in more ways than one.
Quizlet’s Latest Back-to-School Features
This back-to-school season, Quizlet shipped an entire new suite of features. With a commitment to leveraging the power of AI and innovative technology, Quizlet is making it easier than ever for students to study, retain information and meet their academic goals. Here’s a closer look at Quizlet’s game-changing updates.
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Magic Notes: Turn notes into study material
Quizlet’s Magic Notes feature takes note-taking to a whole new level. Now, students can bid farewell to the tedious task of manually creating study materials. With Magic Notes, it’s as easy as […]
15 Spooktacular Halloween Games for Kids
Halloween games for kids are the topic of our blog post today!
With Halloween just around the corner, it’s high time we add a sprinkle of spooky fun to our learning environments, don’t you think? But here’s the thing—Halloween isn’t just about the costumes and candies; it’s a golden opportunity for engaging, educational activities that both entertain and enlighten our young learners.
I’ve scoured the web, digging deep into various nooks and crannies to unearth some truly awesome Halloween games for kids. From ghoulish gumdrop tosses to mummy-wrapping relays, these games offer a delightful blend of fun and learning. […]
ChatGPT in Schools: Friend or Foe?
It’s easy to grow jaded about the news that technological innovations are going to wipe out entire industries. Any time a new innovative technology appears, people seem dead set on making predictions regarding the ways in which it is going to completely uproot our society.
For a recent example of this, we can look to the Metaverse, NFTs, and a number of other Web3-adjacent hype trains that have fizzled out in the midst of claims that they would be the next step in the future of the internet.
Despite all of this hype, […]
Paragraph Transitions: Making Your Essay Flow Smoothly
Have you ever been caught in the maze of reading an essay where one paragraph seems to jump to another without any clear connection? That’s where paragraph transitions come in. Essentially, these are the bridges that seamlessly connect one idea to the next. They’re like the invisible threads that weave the fabric of your essay.
Why do they matter, you ask? Well, imagine reading a story where the characters randomly shift from one scene to another without any context. Confusing, right? In the same way, transitions in essays help ensure your reader doesn’t get lost. Plus, a well-transitioned essay […]
I Tried to Play VR With Friends on Quest and it was a Nightmare (Again)
It feels like every time I try to get friends to have some fun in VR with me, the experience is somehow horribly painful. This time I kept a journal of the entire experience to catalogue the struggles seen by real Quest users every day.
The advent of Quest was supposed to streamline the usage of VR. But what was once friction of complicated hardware and requirements has been replaced with a mess of usability issues that make people not want to come back.
As much fun as I know it is to play VR with my friends, there’s a […]
PRODUCT SHOWCASE: Award-Winning Projector Ideal for Collaborative Classrooms
The Epson PowerLite 810E is an ideal solution for today’s collaborative learning environments.
28 Fun Facts about Halloween
Fun Facts about Halloween are the topic of our blog post today!
It’s that magical time of year when the air gets crisp, the nights grow longer, and all things spooky come out to play. You might think you know Halloween inside and out, but I’ve dug deep to unearth a cauldron full of fascinating Halloween facts that are sure to bewitch you. And don’t worry, skeptics—each fact comes with a link to a reliable source, so you can trust you’re getting the real deal.
Before we dive into this treasure trove of trivia, be sure to check out my […]
Free Halloween Coloring Pages Book for Kids
Coloring pages are great tools for both entertaining and educating kids. They offer various cognitive benefits from improving motor skills to enhancing focus, attention span, relaxation, and sleep. Indeed, clinical research proved that coloring helps children hone their fine motor skills, allows them to express themselves creatively, and even serves as a therapeutic exercise that can improve focus and reduce stress.
Now, what’s better than combining these educational perks with the spook-tacular vibes of Halloween? I’ve put together a Halloween Kids Coloring Pages Book, brimming with creepy-cute designs (all from Canva) to […]
Immersive Reader: How to Use It for Teaching
Microsoft Immersive Reader can help students with reading and comprehension by reading to them and highlighting specific words.
Friendship Quotes for Kids
Friendship quotes for kids are the topic of our blog post today!
When I was teaching, one of the most rewarding parts of my job was watching friendships blossom in the classroom. Friendships are like mini-classrooms themselves—spaces where kids learn important life skills like sharing, kindness, and conflict resolution. So, why not give our little ones some wise words to chew on?
In this post, I’ve collected a series of friendship quotes for kids that not only resonate with little minds but also carry lessons that will last a lifetime. And don’t worry, I’ve made sure to vet these […]
Minecraft vs Roblox: Which is Best for Teaching?
In the Minecraft vs Roblox battle, which gaming tool is best for education in your class?
Designing New High Schools to Be Flexible Learning Spaces: What School Leaders Need to Know
Preparing high school for college and careers requires teaching them to be flexible, and learning spaces need to reflect that
Quest 3 Review – A Great Headset Waiting to Reach Its Potential
Following Quest 2 almost three years to the day, Quest 3 is finally here. Meta continues its trend of building some of the best VR hardware out there, but it will be some time yet before the headset’s potential is fully revealed. Read on for our full Quest 3 review.
I wanted to start this review saying that Quest 3 feels like a real next-gen headset. And while that’s certainly true when it comes to hardware, it’ll be a little while yet before the software reaches a point that it becomes obvious to everyone. Although it might not feel […]
Math Magician Games
Math Magician games are online math games designed to help students practice basic arithmetic skills like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. The interface is usually pretty straightforward: you pick the operation you want to practice, and then you’re given a series of problems to solve as quickly as possible. Some Math Magician games have a timed element, teaching not just math but also time management—two birds, one stone, right?
Now, why are these games beneficial, especially when it comes to younger students?
For starters, Math magician games offer a less intimidating way to engage with math problems. I mean, […]
2 Years After Announcing, Meta Has ‘no update’ on ‘GTA: San Andreas VR’
If you’ve been waiting to hear about a release date for the long-promised Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas on Quest, you’ll just have to sit tight a little longer.
Meta announced at Connect 2021 that it was working with Rockstar Games to bring GTA: San Andreas to Quest 2, giving players a new perspective on the nearly 20 year-old game.
When asked during Connect 2023 in late September, a Meta spokesperson told Road to VR this: “We don’t have any updates to share on GTA: San Andreas.“
If there was a time for such an update, it seemingly would have been right […]
Anticipated VR Adventure ‘Behemoth’ Delayed Until Late 2024
Skydance Interactive, the studio behind The Walking Dead: Saints and Sinners, revealed their next VR game Behemoth is being delayed by a year, now slated to arrive on all major headsets in late 2024.
The studio confirmed the delay with UploadVR, also noting that the game now has a new name: Skydance’s Behemoth.
First revealed at Meta Connect 2022 this time last year, the upcoming VR adventure puts you in what the studio calls a “plague-ravished wasteland of a once glorious empire, where its inhabitants are driven mad and cities have fallen to ruin.” In the story-driven campaign, you combat towering […]
15 Fall Art Projects and Activities for Kids
Fall art projects and activities for kids are the topic of our blog post todat!
If you’re anything like me, you get a kick out of seeing your kids or students express themselves creatively. And what better time to do it than Fall? The colors, the themes, and the natural elements all combine to offer a veritable playground for imagination. To make your life easier and to keep those little hands busy, I’ve scoured various corners of the web to compile a diverse list of Fall art projects that cater to different interests and skill levels.
These are not just […]
18 Hands-on Fall Crafts for Kids
Fall crafts for kids are the topic of our blog post today!
Fall is here, and it’s the perfect time to get crafty with the kiddos. If you’re in the market for some innovative Fall crafts for kids, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve scoured the web, consulted multiple sources, and gathered an eclectic mix of crafts that are sure to capture the essence of fall while keeping your little ones entertained.
Each craft has its unique charm, from developing fine motor skills to simply enjoying some quality creative time. Now, the summaries I’ve provided here offer a […]
How to Personalize a Desmos Lesson
Desmos Classroom is a game changer for interactive teaching and exploration. Go one step further with personalizing the lesson with the students’ name. Here is a how to personalize a Desmos lesson.
The post How to Personalize a Desmos Lesson appeared first on Teacher Tech.
15 Fall Poems for Kid
Fall Poems for Kid are the topic of our blog post today!
Today, as I settled into my cozy writing nook I was mulling over the age-old art of poetry and the giddy excitement that comes with the fall season. I reached out to ChatGPT—this cool piece of artificial intelligence that’s changing the way we interact with words. I was curious, maybe even a bit skeptical, but the results? Well, they were delightful!
These poems popped up in my chat window like little gifts, each with its own personality and charm. Still, I’m a bit old-school at […]
Best Fall Quotes and Short Autumn Sayings
Fall Quotes are the topic of our blog post today!
You know, there’s something downright magical about this time of year—the way the leaves turn into vibrant tapestries of gold and red, the crisp air, the layered fashion, and yes, the pumpkin-spiced everything. It’s a season that begs to be immortalized in words, and luckily for us, some of the most brilliant minds have done just that. So, I’ve rounded up a collection of evocative fall quotes and even thrown in some first day of fall quotes to get you right in the feels.