Check the comments for even more alternatives Google has just announced they are shutting down Google Reader, many people’s favorite RSS Reader, on July 1st. This does not make me a happy camper. There are alternatives, however, that make it … Continue reading →

I’m not a big fan of student cellphone use in class, and my posts about them have reflected that perspective. However, I like to think I have a relatively open mind about many things. So, though I’m starting off this … Continue reading →

I’ve sometimes had to help my in-laws with computer issues, and have identified some useful tools that allow screensharing very easily. I know there are quite a few out there, but these are the ones I’ve found to be the … Continue reading →

With the power still out for millions in the wake of Sandy, there have been some very interesting resources popping up on the Web for ways to still stay electronically connected. Most people who could probably use this info won’t … Continue reading →

I’m a bit wary/skeptical about this whole “Flipped Classroom” idea and how it works in practice. Diana Laufenberg spoke for me, also, in some of her tweets about the concept: My issues with the concept of flipping is that I … Continue reading →

Last month, I asked for suggestions from readers about good resources for Interactive Whiteboards. The response was so positive that I’ve now converted that post into The Best Sites For Smartboard Resources (& For Other IWB’s). Feel free to continue … Continue reading →

Google Translate is the most popular site and app in the world for translation, and I thought it would be useful — both for readers and for my Theory of Knowledge students — to bring together some resources to learn … Continue reading →

My Best Posts For Tech Novices (Plus A Few From Other People) is a fairly popular “The Best…” list, and I thought that a post like this one today would be a useful addition to it. In addition, this is … Continue reading →

I’ve recently discovered a couple of engaging sites that are designed to keep an eye on future trends and innovation in technology and in other areas. I think they’re pretty interesting, and thought I’d post a short “The Best…” list … Continue reading →

In case you haven’t heard, Pinterest is the hot new social media site of the moment. It’s not even open to the general public yet, and you have to request an invitation. I’m not entirely convinced the Web needs yet … Continue reading →