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5 Tips for Finding Effective DEI Coaching
The right coach can help education leaders build their DEI programs in effective and meaningful ways, says Dr. Courtney L. Teague, who shares tips for finding that coach
40 of The Best Anxiety Quotes
Anxiety! We have all experienced anxiety at certain times. You feel like you are stuck in a endless circle of fear and worry, unable to escape the heavy burden life throws at you. But you don’t have to surrender to it. There are several ways to fight back most important of them are positive thinking and self-care.
Positive thinking can help you learn how to cope with anxiety and find peace within yourself. To help inspire your journey towards mental wellbeing, I have compiled a list of 40 important quotes about anxiety.
16 Creative Easter Gift Ideas
Easter is a time of year to celebrate joy, family and the renewal of hope. With that in mind, gifts can be a great way to show how much you care and cherish the bonds that relate you to the persons around you whether they are your special one, your kid, parent, or friends.
There are tons of Easter gift ideas and they key is to choose what create lasting memories for your beloved ones. To help you out with the struggle of deciding, here are 15 Easter gift ideas to consider:
Related Easter resources:
Best Easter Books for […]
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Three Essential Questions
At CoSN’s 30th anniversary 2023 conference in Austin, attendees gathered for the second annual meeting of “The Network” to discuss what DEI looks like in practice in their companies and school districts – and what more work needs to be done.
How to Add Audio to Google Slides
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Last week I was looking through my YouTube Studio analytics when I noticed that one of the most-searched phrases was “add audio to Google Slides.” I took that as a sign that it was time to create a new video about how to add audio to Google Slides. So that’s exactly what I did.
In my new video that is embedded below I demonstrate how to add audio to Google Slides. The demonstration includes the reminder that you have to add the audio to your Google Drive account before you can […]
How to Use Microsoft Designer
Microsoft Designer is a new AI-powered tool that enables users to quickly generate many variations of a graphic design with just a few clicks. The purpose of Microsoft Designer is to give you a gallery of designs based on your input. You can then choose the design that you like best to download and use in your projects. In short, it’s kind of like having a graphic designer present you with a bunch of options to pick from.
To use Microsoft Designer you simply log-in then choose the type of project […]
How District Leaders Can Design a Holistic Plan for Student Safety and Wellbeing
Experts discuss how schools can respond to the mental health crisis in students
8 Best Easter Movies on Netflix
Celebrating Easter season is all about joy, family get-togethers, and , of course, movies! Whether you’re looking for Easter movies for kids or one to enjoy as a family, Netflix has some amazing Easter movies that are sure to put you in the Easter spirit. From heartwarming dramas to hilarious comedies, here are 10 of the best Easter movies on Netflix to watch with family.
1. Watership Down
Watership Down is a thrilling animated adventure based on the beloved classic novel by Richard Adams. The story […]
13 Creative Easter Drawing Ideas
Easter is just around the corner and it’s time to get creative with your drawing ideas. In this post, I compiled for you some creative Easter drawing ideas you can use with your kids during this holiday season. The purpose is to engage kids in creative learning experiences and let them explore their own artistic expression.
These Easter drawing activities can either be done the traditional way, which is my favourite option, using pen and paper or you can do them digitally with a tablet or an online digital canvas. Either way, make sure to provide […]
13 Great AI Music Generators
AI technology is revolutionizing every aspect of the creative endeavour from generating amazing artwork to writing song lyrics and generating music. As an educator and EdTech researcher, I have been following the development of this technology very closely with an eye on its impact on the educational process.
The AI in Education section I created here in Educators Technology documents all the AI educational resources and tools I have covered so far including:
What is Yo Teach! and How Does It Work? Best Tips and Tricks
Yo Teach! is an interactive digital space for your class to share and feedback.
What is GPT-4? What Educators Need to Know About ChatGPT’s Next Chapter
ChatGPT Plus now utilizes GPT-4, which can analyze images, pass a bar exam, and be used to power various education apps
Best Astronomy Lessons & Activities
These best astronomy lessons and activities to help teach and celebrate the study of celestial objects, space, and much more
Here Are Some of The Best AI Face Generators
What is an AI face generator?
An AI face generator is a type of artificial intelligence (AI) technology that can generate images of human-like faces using neural networks. This technology is used to create realistic images of people who do not actually exist. These artificial faces can be used for applications such as creating virtual humans or avatars for video games, movies, social media profiles, and virtual reality experiences.
6 Finance Management Tips for College Students
College students are constantly juggling finances. Finding enough money to fund your studies, socialize and travel back home or otherwise, is never an easy task. However, there are ways to handle financial management during your student years. These tips will keep your banking a stress free experience while you work towards your future.
Seven Tips for Good Infographic Design
Last week Canva made waves on social media with all of their announcements about their new AI-powered design tools. While those tools look great and I plan to use them, I think it’s still important for students to learn some basic design principles instead of just relying on whatever an algorithm spits out. To that end, here’s an excerpt from a review that I wrote of Randy Krum’s book, Cool Infographics published back in 2013.
6 Cool Fidget Spinners for Kids
What is a Fidget Spinner?
A fidget spinner is a small handheld device consisting of a bearing in the center with a variety of paddles or wings that can be spun. Fidget spinners are often used as a mental and physical stress-relieving device. They are widely used by children and adults to help with conditions such as ADHD, autism, anxiety, and stress.
All About Explorers – It’s Still a Great Site
All About Explorers is a site that Russel Tarr told me about many years ago. I was recently going through my archives to remove links to sites that no longer exist when I came across All About Explorers again. I was pleased to see that it’s still going.
13 Best Easter Movies for kids
Easter is a time of joy and celebration, and what better way to celebrate Easter with your kids than with some fun Easter-themed movies? In this post, I compiled a collection of some of the most popular Easter movies for kids.
11 Best Easter Movies to Watch with Family
From classic musicals to modern-day comedies, there is no shortage of Easter movies for families to watch together. Whether you’re looking for a heartwarming story about the power of family or an adventure tale with magical creatures, these 11 must-see Easter movies are sure to entertain and delight viewers of all ages.
1. The Dog Who Saved Easter, 2014, 1 h 27 min
The Dog Who Saved Easter is a family comedy about the Bannisters, who are going on an Easter holiday cruise. However, their beloved pet dog, Zeus, is unable to […]
60 Amazing Shower Thoughts
Shower time can be some of the most productive and creative moments of the day. When you allow yourself to relax and let go of your worries, showers provide a perfect opportunity to reflect and ponder some of life’s biggest questions.
Science, Slides, and History – The Week in Review
Good morning from Connecticut where we’re visiting family this weekend. Yesterday, we had a great time exploring the Connecticut Science Center. We saw big snakes, sloths, and tropical butterflies before heading over the engineering wing where we made and played with all kinds of contraptions. If you ever find yourself near Hartford, Connecticut, go check out the Connecticut Science Center.
Before jumping to this week’s list of the most popular posts I’d like to remind you that I’m available for on-site workshops this summer. Please send me an email at richardbyrne (at) […]
Hands-on: HTC’s New Standalone Vive Tracker Effortlessly Brings More of Your Body Into VR
With three versions of SteamVR trackers under its belt, HTC has been a leading enabler of full-body tracking in VR. Now the company’s latest tracker could make it even easier to bring your body into VR.
HTC’s new standalone Vive tracker (still unnamed) has a straightforward goal: work like the company’s existing trackers, but easier and on more platforms.
The ‘easier’ part comes thanks to inside-out tracking—using on-board cameras to allow the device to track its own position, rather than external beacons like those used by the company’s prior trackers.
To that end, things seem really […]
45 Uplifting Monday Quotes
Looking for some inspiring words to lift your spirits and get you through the week? The list below has you covered. In it, I featured some of the best Monday quotes from famous authors, leaders, and entrepreneurs to provide you with motivation for tackling whatever lies ahead on Monday and beyond.
Whether it’s an important meeting or just another day at work, these Monday quotes will give you the confidence boost you need as well as remind us why Mondays don’t always have to be so bad! So read on […]
School Inspirational Quotes for Kids
Motivation and inspiration are important for kids to succeed in school. There are several ways to keep kids inspired and motivated from engaging games to hands-on learning activities. School inspirational quotes for kids are also another great resource to provide encouragement during tough times, when students may be feeling overwhelmed or discouraged.
In this post, I scoured the web, sifted through my book quotes resources and compiled for you the collection below. These are some inspiring quotes that will hopefully give your child the boost they need to keep going strong in school!