Time for Another Google Teacher Academy

Google is hosting a Google Teacher Academy on July 28 in Seattle, Washington.

Applications are now being accepted for the Google Teacher Academy to be held on July 28 in Seattle, Washington. 50 applicants will be selected. To apply you will need to complete the form found here and submit an original 60 second video about "motivation and learning" or "classroom innovation."  Good luck!

Why Use Twitter?

Another Great Ted Talk

Reading Level Available in Google Search

Google Advanced Search now allows you to view reading level information in your search results.

7 Things You Don't Need to Know About Me

1. I won a gold and two silver medals in dressage at the American Morgan Horse Association World Championships.
2. I went to 13 different elementary schools prior to sixth grade.
3. I love theatre and occasionally will fly into New York City and attend as many Broadway shows as I can squeeze in the time I'm there.
4. One of my high school prom pictures is taken in front of the dog food at Hill's Country Market.
5. Sign language is my second language.
6. I love going to the movies and generally see one at least every other week.
7. I got my masters in technology because they waived the GRE for the program.

Google's Global Science Fair

I'm no science teacher but if I was I wouldn't pass up this opportunity to participate. Any one that meets the requirements can participate. Find out more here.

10 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Technology

Enjoyed this article from the NY Times.  Read it for more details but I think this provides a great place to start with your technology in the new year.

1.       Get a smartphone

2.       Stop using internet explorer

3.       Upload your photos to the cloud

4.       Get music off your computer

5.       Back up your data

6.       Set up a free file-sharing service

7.       Get free antivirus software

8.       Get a better deal from your cable, phone and internet provider

9.       Buy a lot of charging cables

10.   Calibrate your hdtv