When I first started teaching I had no idea what the hell I was doing. I realize now why my first-year practices were less effective than engaging students on an individual basis. Tech makes this task easier. Socrative.com makes this fun.

The web is often a very noisy place. Links, moving images, soundtracks and logos, all scream out for attention. When I posit the Web, or technology in general, as a tool that might help students and faculty focus on a particular subject, it might seem ridiculous. Increasing student engagement is the name of this game, [...]

I used to think that iOS was the only viable option for classroom devices, aside from Mac and Windows. In iOS, the app ecosystem and the simplicity and the great UI design all combine to create a rich, easy, powerful user experience. It means that kids and teachers can access information, create new media and [...]