Thursday, April 29, 2010

Michaels - Where Creativity Happens(TM)


Michaels(R) Where Creativity Happens(TM)

15% off coupon for Teacher Appreciation Week. Valid April 28th-May 15th. Click on the link above to get yours.

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

KET | School Video-Multimedia Resources | ITV and KET Services

KET School Video-Multimedia Resources ITV and KET Services

A few new classes have been added.

America: The Story of Us


From History Channel website: "America The Story of Us tells the extraordinary story of how America was invented, focusing on moments in which everyday people harnessed technology to advance human progress. This 12-part series, premiering April 25, 2010 9pm/8c covers the scope of American history, from the rigors of early settlement to the construction of the transcontinental railroad – the Internet of its day – to the Apollo 13 mission."

Teacher's Guide http://www.history.com/images/media/pdf/America_IdeaBook.pdf


Classroom Activity Guide http://www.history.com/images/media/pdf/Classroom_Activity_Guide.pdf

Principals can register for your school's free DVD copy here. http://http//classroom.history.com/america-dvd/event/form


Student video contest related to series is running until May 28th, 2010.


Teacher lesson plan contest running until May 14, 2010.

Thursday, April 22, 2010

Samsung Digital Presenters, Document Cameras, Visual Presenters, Video Visualizers

Samsung Digital Presenters, Document Cameras, Visual Presenters, Video Visualizers -
Enter the 2010 Grant Program and take Active Learning to the next level.
Many educators agree that students who actively engage with the material and with other students are far more likely to recall the information shared. Active Learning that involves role playing, debate and group participation all result in greater student engagement.
Our 2010 “Active Learning” Grant Program is simple. We are offering 50 SAMCAM 860 document cameras to worthy applicants based on need. An independent evaluation team will review the applicants and notify the winners. Winners will be notified no later than September 1, 2010.

Requirements:
1. Applicant must be currently teaching in a school in the U.S.2. Will use the Samsung Document Camera in the classroom3. Samsung Document Camera will become property of the school district4. Deadline to submit application is June 1, 2010
Samsung is known throughout educational institutions across the county as having the highest quality images due to its precision optics combined with digital technology. We are seeking to award 50 SAMCAM 860 digital presenters to those schools who can best utilize a document camera that encourages Active Learning.

Wednesday, April 21, 2010