TechKnowledgy Online PBS 45 & 49
Issue 8—April, 2008
Free Multimedia Workshops The Middle Ages
Free Multimedia Workshop Snapshot: The Decades, What's the Problem? and Hunt for Everyday History
Web Picks for April, 2008
Book Review The Adaptive School: A Sourcebook for Developing Collaborative Groups by Robert J. Garmston and Bruce M. Wellman
Gaming Video Conference: Hold open May 23 for a videoconference on Games in Education
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Auto Correct Options in Word
Word performs many tasks automatically—and some can be most frustrating. Be the master of these functions by using Auto Correct Options. Go to Tools menu, select AutoCorrect Options, and then select the AutoFormat as You type tab, you'll see a whole list of things that Word will do automatically as you work. Read More
Mashups
Ever hear of a “mashup?” The term originally was used by pop musicians who produced a new song by mixing two or more existing pieces. In technology, a mashup is a Web application that combines data from more than one source into a single integrated tool. It’s kind of like a hybrid car—neither gas nor electric. Rather it’s a combination of both and creates a new category of cars. Read More
The Middle Ages Free Professional Development
The Middle Ages is keyed to Grade 7 social studies standards. Read MoreSnapshot: the Decades, What's the Problem? and Hunting for Everyday History Read More
Grant Sites-April
This is a listing of several grants that are available in a variety of areas.
Go to Grant Sites
Web Picks for April Find sites for April Fool's Day, Thomas Jefferson's Birthday, Passover, Arbor Day, Earth Day and one surprise!
Go to April picks
Book Review
The Adaptive School: A Sourcebook for Developing Collaborative Groups by Robert J. Garmston and Bruce M. WellmanThe Adaptive School: A Sourcebook for Developing Collaborative Groups speaks to the idea that technology is reshaping every institution. Schools are facing a flow of information that is going far beyond traditional boundaries (such as textbooks and classroom doors). Read More
Professional Development at PBS 45 & 49
YOU'RE INVITED to the Spring Educational Services Meeting on May 9th from 9 -1 at PBS 45 & 49. Find out about new professional development opportunities. Read More
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