I've been afforded many opportunities to participate in projects for work that are far more rooted in play. Indeed, my time spent thus far on the MERLOT Teacher Education Board has fit this bill, with our bimonthly meetings over Google Hangout serving to inspire my...
Sometimes the flavor du jour is so up your alley, you feel as if the stars are aligned in your favor. Digital storytelling is my salted caramel - I'm excited that it's currently en vogue, but the topic is profoundly satisfying to the point...
In a recent MERLOT Teacher's Education Editorial Board Meeting, we were tasked with creating a short presentation to explore the many features of Blendspace. The goal was for the board to test our Blendspace before using it as our presentation tool at the 7th...
Even as web 2.0 tools become ubiquitous in the world language classroom, many fall short in terms of engagement. This presentation with Dr. Laura Franklin at the STARTALK Fall 2013 Conference showcased technology apps, strategies, and best practices that promote participant interaction and collaboration for...
Even as webinars become a standard instructional tool, many fall short in terms of engagement. This presentation covered strategies and applications that promote participant interaction and collaboration....
The promise of an engaging webinar is often met with the reality that providing a steady level of interaction with the audience is tricky. Here, I've listed some activities to work into your next synchronous online session to keep your participants invested in the experience...
Take advantage of these suggestions to boost the level of interaction in your next online session, turning what might be a flat experience into one that is highly engaging....
The following free tools will allow you to create stunning screen recordings, all without requiring that you dip in your wallet first....
Instructional designers often have the challenge of pairing effective applications of technology with diverse learning objectives, all while keeping to a strict (and often non-existent) budget. This one-hour presentation features a bevy of cutting-edge tools for the classroom that are well-matched to online, blended and...
This web site for designing effective webinars offers best practices, tips and tricks for ensuring collaboration and interaction in the online space....