Karen Hanson
@hansonlovestech.bsky.social
YYC Design thinking teacher. Edtech/STEAM/PBL enthusiast. Regional #PMAward. Everyday I hang out with 100+ young people who challenge me to be the best that I can be! Jealous?
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Karen Hanson
@hansonlovestech.bsky.social
· Nov 12
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Check out this awesome, generous offering from Brent. With Bitly adding landing pages & ads to shortened links on their free plan, an alternative is worth exploring.
This one is free and safe for educators and learners!
Just be sure to tell Brent thanks! 😊
#EdTech #edusky
This one is free and safe for educators and learners!
Just be sure to tell Brent thanks! 😊
#EdTech #edusky
I built a free URL shortener for teachers bc we don't need ads when we're just trying to help each other out
Edushare.ing
No redirecting to ads, no stealing your traffic, no registration or log-in, no charge
I hope you find it useful. Please share with teachers freely
#TeachersHelpingTeachers
Edushare.ing
No redirecting to ads, no stealing your traffic, no registration or log-in, no charge
I hope you find it useful. Please share with teachers freely
#TeachersHelpingTeachers
Edushare.ing - a free URL shortener for educators
Edushare.ing is a free url shortener made by a teacher, for teachers. No ads, no BS, just a way to share.
Edushare.ing
February 24, 2025 at 12:10 AM
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Fantastic summary of 2024 educational research. www.edutopia.org/article/the-...
The 10 Most Significant Education Studies of 2024
It’s that time again—our yearly review of the research you should read, from the sneaky ways that inattention can spread in your classroom to the promises and perils of AI.
www.edutopia.org
December 10, 2024 at 8:33 PM
Fantastic summary of 2024 educational research. www.edutopia.org/article/the-...
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"Storytelling" was the theme of NCSE's sessions at @nabtbio.bsky.social - ncse.ngo/science-and-...
#EduSky #NABT
#EduSky #NABT
Science and Storytelling at NABT | National Center for Science Education
ncse.ngo
December 6, 2024 at 6:25 PM
"Storytelling" was the theme of NCSE's sessions at @nabtbio.bsky.social - ncse.ngo/science-and-...
#EduSky #NABT
#EduSky #NABT
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The UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are critical for society. 🍎⚒️🧪
sdgs.un.org/goals
But what’s ROCK got to do with it?
SDG-13 “Climate Action” is addressed Ep. 79 of Every Rock Has A Story. @agu.org
Inspire the geosciences with stories that matter.
youtu.be/NWsxE2azGG0
sdgs.un.org/goals
But what’s ROCK got to do with it?
SDG-13 “Climate Action” is addressed Ep. 79 of Every Rock Has A Story. @agu.org
Inspire the geosciences with stories that matter.
youtu.be/NWsxE2azGG0
Are severe storms getting more frequent? Lets find out! ERHAS Ep. 79 w/ Nicole Fernandez
YouTube video by Ethan Baxter's "Every Rock Has A Story"
youtu.be
December 5, 2024 at 6:25 PM
The UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are critical for society. 🍎⚒️🧪
sdgs.un.org/goals
But what’s ROCK got to do with it?
SDG-13 “Climate Action” is addressed Ep. 79 of Every Rock Has A Story. @agu.org
Inspire the geosciences with stories that matter.
youtu.be/NWsxE2azGG0
sdgs.un.org/goals
But what’s ROCK got to do with it?
SDG-13 “Climate Action” is addressed Ep. 79 of Every Rock Has A Story. @agu.org
Inspire the geosciences with stories that matter.
youtu.be/NWsxE2azGG0
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"The Overselling of Gratitude": my seasonally relevant challenge, based on a talk I gave a few Thanksgivings ago: Always being positive makes no more sense than always being negative. (Also, who benefits when everyone is reminded to count their blessings?)
http://www.alfiekohn.org/blogs/gratitude
http://www.alfiekohn.org/blogs/gratitude
November 28, 2024 at 1:09 PM
"The Overselling of Gratitude": my seasonally relevant challenge, based on a talk I gave a few Thanksgivings ago: Always being positive makes no more sense than always being negative. (Also, who benefits when everyone is reminded to count their blessings?)
http://www.alfiekohn.org/blogs/gratitude
http://www.alfiekohn.org/blogs/gratitude
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Telling me your shiny, new, expensive tool is teacher-proof is the only red flag I need to end a conversation immediately. It's an insult. Tools are nothing without teachers who can facilitate thoughtful use that pushes kids to think critically, ask questions & solve big problems. #EduSky
November 26, 2024 at 2:07 PM
Telling me your shiny, new, expensive tool is teacher-proof is the only red flag I need to end a conversation immediately. It's an insult. Tools are nothing without teachers who can facilitate thoughtful use that pushes kids to think critically, ask questions & solve big problems. #EduSky
D1 (at the mall): Mom, why are you wiping out that cup and putting it in your purse
Me: Kid, I teach design thinking. When you come across innovation in a place your Ss recognize, you snatch that up as though your life depends on it!
D1: rolls eyes (but also smiles).
Me: Kid, I teach design thinking. When you come across innovation in a place your Ss recognize, you snatch that up as though your life depends on it!
D1: rolls eyes (but also smiles).
November 25, 2024 at 3:53 PM
D1 (at the mall): Mom, why are you wiping out that cup and putting it in your purse
Me: Kid, I teach design thinking. When you come across innovation in a place your Ss recognize, you snatch that up as though your life depends on it!
D1: rolls eyes (but also smiles).
Me: Kid, I teach design thinking. When you come across innovation in a place your Ss recognize, you snatch that up as though your life depends on it!
D1: rolls eyes (but also smiles).
November 23, 2024 at 10:43 PM
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This STEM/STEAM project uses the MakerPort, @microblocks.bsky.social, the TCS3472 color sensor (about $4 on Amazon), and a 24-element neopixel ring. The color of the car changes based on the color of the card inserted. www.youtube.com/watch?v=75Tk...
The MakerPort Chameleon Car
YouTube video by Roger Wagner
www.youtube.com
November 22, 2024 at 10:28 AM
This STEM/STEAM project uses the MakerPort, @microblocks.bsky.social, the TCS3472 color sensor (about $4 on Amazon), and a 24-element neopixel ring. The color of the car changes based on the color of the card inserted. www.youtube.com/watch?v=75Tk...
Reposted by Karen Hanson
We added a lot more educators to this starter pack! If you’re an educator using Minecraft EDU in your classroom please comment below so we can get you added. Follow these incredible educators who are transforming the education field! #MinecraftEDU #GameBasedLearning
go.bsky.app/JTvdBRA
go.bsky.app/JTvdBRA
November 19, 2024 at 10:14 PM
We added a lot more educators to this starter pack! If you’re an educator using Minecraft EDU in your classroom please comment below so we can get you added. Follow these incredible educators who are transforming the education field! #MinecraftEDU #GameBasedLearning
go.bsky.app/JTvdBRA
go.bsky.app/JTvdBRA
This is a fantastic resource!
Wow! What a wonderful presentation Wendy! Boosting to share it with those looking to learn more in the #EduSky
I had presented an AI for educators workshop at OLC Innovate 24 earlier this year.
Just sharing it to this space for all my #EduSk/ #Educator friends.
AI Tools for Educators: A Hands-on Workshop presentation made using @bookcreator.com with ❤️
read.bookcreator.com/pzokauvYtvXm...
Just sharing it to this space for all my #EduSk/ #Educator friends.
AI Tools for Educators: A Hands-on Workshop presentation made using @bookcreator.com with ❤️
read.bookcreator.com/pzokauvYtvXm...
November 20, 2024 at 1:32 PM
This is a fantastic resource!
Reposted by Karen Hanson
1/4
Watching the reactionary E.D. Hirschian "bunch o' facts" proponents criticize the equally reactionary phonics phanatics is like watching Christian nationalists go after libertarian privatizers. No to you, sir, and also no to YOU.
Let me explain.
What the REAL science of reading shows is […]
Watching the reactionary E.D. Hirschian "bunch o' facts" proponents criticize the equally reactionary phonics phanatics is like watching Christian nationalists go after libertarian privatizers. No to you, sir, and also no to YOU.
Let me explain.
What the REAL science of reading shows is […]
Original post on sciences.social
sciences.social
November 20, 2024 at 1:18 PM
1/4
Watching the reactionary E.D. Hirschian "bunch o' facts" proponents criticize the equally reactionary phonics phanatics is like watching Christian nationalists go after libertarian privatizers. No to you, sir, and also no to YOU.
Let me explain.
What the REAL science of reading shows is […]
Watching the reactionary E.D. Hirschian "bunch o' facts" proponents criticize the equally reactionary phonics phanatics is like watching Christian nationalists go after libertarian privatizers. No to you, sir, and also no to YOU.
Let me explain.
What the REAL science of reading shows is […]
Reposted by Karen Hanson
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Please accept this coupon to rectify this, which allows you to imagine you got 10 more likes on your post than you did
November 19, 2024 at 7:24 PM
Due to the server issues some of your recent posts may have gotten fewer likes than they deserved
Please accept this coupon to rectify this, which allows you to imagine you got 10 more likes on your post than you did
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This is so interesting! Makes me think about how we can encourage students to think about the SDGs beyond Earth's surface!
youtu.be/dnn6YV8CJLE
youtu.be/dnn6YV8CJLE
Green space: Japan to test world's first wooden satellite
YouTube video by The Globe and Mail
youtu.be
November 19, 2024 at 5:21 PM
This is so interesting! Makes me think about how we can encourage students to think about the SDGs beyond Earth's surface!
youtu.be/dnn6YV8CJLE
youtu.be/dnn6YV8CJLE
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Bluesky tip for newbies: Bluesky has no real algorithm. Likes here do nothing but show the poster that you enjoyed their content.
That kindness is always going to be appreciated by creators, but if you want to help to boost something here, you have to repost it so others see it. 🙂
That kindness is always going to be appreciated by creators, but if you want to help to boost something here, you have to repost it so others see it. 🙂
November 18, 2024 at 10:27 AM
Bluesky tip for newbies: Bluesky has no real algorithm. Likes here do nothing but show the poster that you enjoyed their content.
That kindness is always going to be appreciated by creators, but if you want to help to boost something here, you have to repost it so others see it. 🙂
That kindness is always going to be appreciated by creators, but if you want to help to boost something here, you have to repost it so others see it. 🙂
Reposted by Karen Hanson
Exploring critical thinking & decision making... As I learn to separate the fantasy in my thinking (much of what I was taught and learned without skeptical analysis), I find myself trying to replace old habits with new ones. Explore the ETHICAL model - mgblog.org/categories/e...
November 10, 2024 at 1:38 PM
Exploring critical thinking & decision making... As I learn to separate the fantasy in my thinking (much of what I was taught and learned without skeptical analysis), I find myself trying to replace old habits with new ones. Explore the ETHICAL model - mgblog.org/categories/e...
Love this feature! One less step to effective use of images in S work.
Hey #EduSky we dropped a great new design feature this week!
How can you see students using this in their books?!
youtu.be/c-sMcq8qTEE?...
How can you see students using this in their books?!
youtu.be/c-sMcq8qTEE?...
Background Remover now in Book Creator
YouTube video by Book Creator
youtu.be
November 18, 2024 at 2:39 AM
Love this feature! One less step to effective use of images in S work.
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Check out Learning By Inquiry. A great collection of resources, articles, and activities that support #PBL #InquiryBasedLearning and #StudentCentered instruction.
#SSchat #edutwitter #teachertwitter
www.learningbyinquiry.com
#SSchat #edutwitter #teachertwitter
www.learningbyinquiry.com
November 17, 2023 at 11:36 AM
Check out Learning By Inquiry. A great collection of resources, articles, and activities that support #PBL #InquiryBasedLearning and #StudentCentered instruction.
#SSchat #edutwitter #teachertwitter
www.learningbyinquiry.com
#SSchat #edutwitter #teachertwitter
www.learningbyinquiry.com
Reposted by Karen Hanson
3/3
One characteristic of extraordinary teachers is that they're not fazed by kids who challenge them; indeed, they welcome this. They're willing to reconsider what they've said, secure enough not to need to have the last word, and aware that arguing may help to sharpen kids' thinking.
One characteristic of extraordinary teachers is that they're not fazed by kids who challenge them; indeed, they welcome this. They're willing to reconsider what they've said, secure enough not to need to have the last word, and aware that arguing may help to sharpen kids' thinking.
November 16, 2024 at 12:47 PM
3/3
One characteristic of extraordinary teachers is that they're not fazed by kids who challenge them; indeed, they welcome this. They're willing to reconsider what they've said, secure enough not to need to have the last word, and aware that arguing may help to sharpen kids' thinking.
One characteristic of extraordinary teachers is that they're not fazed by kids who challenge them; indeed, they welcome this. They're willing to reconsider what they've said, secure enough not to need to have the last word, and aware that arguing may help to sharpen kids' thinking.
Reposted by Karen Hanson
Amidst challenges and sorrows, humanity's pursuit of joy and hope demonstrates our resilience. We unite in seeking balance, each contributing to a global effort that illuminates life's darker moments with joy's gentle radiance.
From the Yukon, I am sending joy, hope and positivity.
From the Yukon, I am sending joy, hope and positivity.
November 13, 2024 at 3:58 PM
Amidst challenges and sorrows, humanity's pursuit of joy and hope demonstrates our resilience. We unite in seeking balance, each contributing to a global effort that illuminates life's darker moments with joy's gentle radiance.
From the Yukon, I am sending joy, hope and positivity.
From the Yukon, I am sending joy, hope and positivity.
Reposted by Karen Hanson
A new episode (10) on Unpacking the Backpack just dropped (Is it compliance or engagement?). Listen on Spotify or wherever you access your favorite podcasts creators.spotify.com/pod/show/eri... #EDUsky #education
November 14, 2024 at 6:52 PM
A new episode (10) on Unpacking the Backpack just dropped (Is it compliance or engagement?). Listen on Spotify or wherever you access your favorite podcasts creators.spotify.com/pod/show/eri... #EDUsky #education
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Hey #EduSky we are having our first demo slam!!
Become a Collaborator in our community to get your invite from @dhotler.bookcreator.com
Join here: bookcreator.com/community/
Become a Collaborator in our community to get your invite from @dhotler.bookcreator.com
Join here: bookcreator.com/community/
November 13, 2024 at 3:11 PM
Hey #EduSky we are having our first demo slam!!
Become a Collaborator in our community to get your invite from @dhotler.bookcreator.com
Join here: bookcreator.com/community/
Become a Collaborator in our community to get your invite from @dhotler.bookcreator.com
Join here: bookcreator.com/community/
Reposted by Karen Hanson
I did a live stream on YouTube showing some features of Bluesky and #EduSky if you're interested.
youtube.com/live/i9Xapnt...
youtube.com/live/i9Xapnt...
YouTube
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November 13, 2024 at 2:51 AM
I did a live stream on YouTube showing some features of Bluesky and #EduSky if you're interested.
youtube.com/live/i9Xapnt...
youtube.com/live/i9Xapnt...
Reposted by Karen Hanson
A significant filament eruption from the Sun yesterday! We’d been watching this one for several days, waiting for the eruption - and here it is! #spaceweather
November 12, 2024 at 10:42 PM
A significant filament eruption from the Sun yesterday! We’d been watching this one for several days, waiting for the eruption - and here it is! #spaceweather