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Quest 3 Teardown Shows Just How Slim the Headset Really Is
Less than a week since launch, Quest 3 has already gotten the full iFixit teardown treatment, showing off just how slim (and seemingly difficult to repair) the headset really is.
iFixit’s Shahram Mokhtari pried apart Quest 3, revealing the innards of Meta’s new $500 mixed reality standalone. The short of it: it’s pretty complicated to dismantle and there aren’t any repair parts as such, getting a [4/10] repairability score in Mokhtari’s video (linked below).
Getting past the user-removable bits is simple enough. Take off the headstrap and pop out the facial interface, as anyone would do to install either aftermarket […]
Dynamic Duo: How Two District Leaders Partner to Support Education Innovation
Wonder Twins Jeni Long and Sallee Clark combine together to form Jenallee, a dynamic partnership to support the use of edtech
Empatico: How To Use It to Teach
Empatico connects student classes across the planet to work and interact together.
10 Tips to Increase Teacher Productivity
Teaching may be a rewarding profession, but it also requires balancing various responsibilities. From crafting engaging lesson plans to managing classroom dynamics and communicating with parents, teachers contend with a diverse array of tasks daily. This article will offer ten actionable tips to improve teacher productivity and establish a healthier work-life balance.
1. Improve Time Management
It’s no secret that teachers have a lot on their plates, and how they manage their time can make a huge difference in their productivity. Here are some practical time management tips that you may find valuable:
Prioritize Tasks: To make your day as […]
Do You Use ChatGPT? Try My Formatting Add-on
If you use ChatGPT you may need some help with formatting when you paste into Google Docs. Formatting ChatGPT is fast when you use my Add-on for formatting Google Docs, specifically for markup from ChatGPT.
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How to Hide Sections in FigJam – Digital Whiteboard
I have replaced Google Jamboard with FigJam. It is a better collaborative digital whiteboard. One of the big differences between Google Jamboard and FigJam is the lack of pages. Instead of pages, FigJam has sections. A unique feature is to be able to hide the sections until you are ready for students to use the resources in the section.
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8 Tips for Getting Started to Use Google Bard as an Educator
Generative AI has the potential to change how we teach and do our jobs. The place to start is to familiarize yourself with Google’s AI tool: Google Bard. 8 Tips for Getting Started to Use Google Bard as an Educator
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10 Spooktacular Halloween Party Games
Halloween party games are the topic of our blog post today!
Halloween is just around the corner, and you know what that means—it’s time to amp up the spook-tacular fun with some incredible party games! Now, we’ve all played the classics like bobbing for apples or the mummy wrap, but this year, let’s shake things up a bit. I’ve scoured various corners of the web to curate a list of Halloween party games that are as entertaining as they are unique. Trust me, whether you’re hosting a party for little ghouls and goblins or for an older crowd, these […]
The Best Meta Quest 3 Accessories & Why You’ll Want Them
If you can get your hands on a Quest 3, you’ve got everything you need right in the box to start playing some of the best VR games out there. Once you’ve got a few hours under your belt though, you’ll probably notice a few things that definitely need improving, many of which can thankfully be solved with a few key aftermarket accessories.
Upgrade Your Headstrap
Meta has done it again; like Quest 2, they’ve included a cheap, floppy strap that you’ll very likely want to replace soon after popping out of your first long playsession. For many, the stock […]
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