Mike Davola
@michaeldavola.com
Technology Staff Developer for Garden City Public Schools
ISTE Certified Educator
Google Champion
Apple Coach 🍎
ISTE Certified Educator
Google Champion
Apple Coach 🍎
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Looking for team building activities for your class?
These 10 fun and engaging activities are perfect for the first few weeks of school, a new semester or anytime you need some team building fun!
https://f.mtr.cool/lxtvmwfsly #EduSky
These 10 fun and engaging activities are perfect for the first few weeks of school, a new semester or anytime you need some team building fun!
https://f.mtr.cool/lxtvmwfsly #EduSky
May 17, 2025 at 12:02 AM
Looking for team building activities for your class?
These 10 fun and engaging activities are perfect for the first few weeks of school, a new semester or anytime you need some team building fun!
https://f.mtr.cool/lxtvmwfsly #EduSky
These 10 fun and engaging activities are perfect for the first few weeks of school, a new semester or anytime you need some team building fun!
https://f.mtr.cool/lxtvmwfsly #EduSky
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Keeping up with Ed-Tech is really hard, but this should help 😀
Yesterday we asked 225 Tech coaches and leaders, "What's your one best thing in Ed-Tech right now?" Here are their responses all organized! 🔥
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
#edusky @quizizz.bsky.social @forwardedu.bsky.social
Yesterday we asked 225 Tech coaches and leaders, "What's your one best thing in Ed-Tech right now?" Here are their responses all organized! 🔥
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
#edusky @quizizz.bsky.social @forwardedu.bsky.social
May 16, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Keeping up with Ed-Tech is really hard, but this should help 😀
Yesterday we asked 225 Tech coaches and leaders, "What's your one best thing in Ed-Tech right now?" Here are their responses all organized! 🔥
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
#edusky @quizizz.bsky.social @forwardedu.bsky.social
Yesterday we asked 225 Tech coaches and leaders, "What's your one best thing in Ed-Tech right now?" Here are their responses all organized! 🔥
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
#edusky @quizizz.bsky.social @forwardedu.bsky.social
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I'm pleased to announce seven new projects free to download from the Brother Creative Center.
The projects are on a loose calendar theme with extra projects about time and space! #calendar #papercraft #paperproject
https://buff.ly/4hFY8rH
The projects are on a loose calendar theme with extra projects about time and space! #calendar #papercraft #paperproject
https://buff.ly/4hFY8rH
February 18, 2025 at 1:10 PM
I'm pleased to announce seven new projects free to download from the Brother Creative Center.
The projects are on a loose calendar theme with extra projects about time and space! #calendar #papercraft #paperproject
https://buff.ly/4hFY8rH
The projects are on a loose calendar theme with extra projects about time and space! #calendar #papercraft #paperproject
https://buff.ly/4hFY8rH
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#DitchSummit day 6 @ditchthattextbook.com talks to @edcamposjr.bsky.social about how we will spend the time that AI sees us. Absolutely loved this session!
@ditchthattextbook.bsky.social
@ditchthattextbook.bsky.social
December 21, 2024 at 8:27 PM
#DitchSummit day 6 @ditchthattextbook.com talks to @edcamposjr.bsky.social about how we will spend the time that AI sees us. Absolutely loved this session!
@ditchthattextbook.bsky.social
@ditchthattextbook.bsky.social
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Google Forms has changed a bit. You can no longer just copy the responder link. You have to Publish first, otherwise no one can respond. #EduSky #GoogleEdu #EdTech
December 29, 2024 at 3:52 PM
Google Forms has changed a bit. You can no longer just copy the responder link. You have to Publish first, otherwise no one can respond. #EduSky #GoogleEdu #EdTech
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Did you know that a new update from NotebookLM means you can now join the audio overview podcast in real time and ask questions?
I tested it out for you by uploading my new book and asking the hosts questions about it 👇
For my own personal learning, this is blowing my mind.
#edusky #aiineducation
I tested it out for you by uploading my new book and asking the hosts questions about it 👇
For my own personal learning, this is blowing my mind.
#edusky #aiineducation
December 20, 2024 at 11:17 AM
Did you know that a new update from NotebookLM means you can now join the audio overview podcast in real time and ask questions?
I tested it out for you by uploading my new book and asking the hosts questions about it 👇
For my own personal learning, this is blowing my mind.
#edusky #aiineducation
I tested it out for you by uploading my new book and asking the hosts questions about it 👇
For my own personal learning, this is blowing my mind.
#edusky #aiineducation
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You can save time in Canva by bulk creating designs. Enter your text into a spreadsheet, and Canva can automatically place each row onto its own page. It works with any design—including personalized thank you cards! #EduSky #EdTech #TLSky
https://learninginhand.com/bulk-create-cards
https://learninginhand.com/bulk-create-cards
Bulk Create Thank You Cards in Canva — Learning in Hand with Tony Vincent
Nothing beats a handwritten thank-you card, but when you’re a teacher, you might have an overwhelming number of cards to write. Let me show you how to use Canva to design, personalize, and print a…
learninginhand.com
December 18, 2024 at 1:33 AM
You can save time in Canva by bulk creating designs. Enter your text into a spreadsheet, and Canva can automatically place each row onto its own page. It works with any design—including personalized thank you cards! #EduSky #EdTech #TLSky
https://learninginhand.com/bulk-create-cards
https://learninginhand.com/bulk-create-cards
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Bluesky is a social site with familiar features and fresh possibilities for educators. #EduSky
The Butterfly Effect: Bluesky Basics for Teachers:
https://learninginhand.com/bluesky
The Butterfly Effect: Bluesky Basics for Teachers:
https://learninginhand.com/bluesky
December 1, 2024 at 1:15 PM
Bluesky is a social site with familiar features and fresh possibilities for educators. #EduSky
The Butterfly Effect: Bluesky Basics for Teachers:
https://learninginhand.com/bluesky
The Butterfly Effect: Bluesky Basics for Teachers:
https://learninginhand.com/bluesky
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So much to see in Issue 23! #EduSky #EdTech
🗑️ Free online edu conference
📄 Cover images in Docs
📗 The AI Assist
🚀 NASA yule log
🧘♀️ 60-sec de-stresser
🤖 BrainPOP coding
⚪️ iPhone photo burst
📺 Thumbnail techniques
https://learninginhand.com/issue23
🗑️ Free online edu conference
📄 Cover images in Docs
📗 The AI Assist
🚀 NASA yule log
🧘♀️ 60-sec de-stresser
🤖 BrainPOP coding
⚪️ iPhone photo burst
📺 Thumbnail techniques
https://learninginhand.com/issue23
December 12, 2024 at 1:20 AM
So much to see in Issue 23! #EduSky #EdTech
🗑️ Free online edu conference
📄 Cover images in Docs
📗 The AI Assist
🚀 NASA yule log
🧘♀️ 60-sec de-stresser
🤖 BrainPOP coding
⚪️ iPhone photo burst
📺 Thumbnail techniques
https://learninginhand.com/issue23
🗑️ Free online edu conference
📄 Cover images in Docs
📗 The AI Assist
🚀 NASA yule log
🧘♀️ 60-sec de-stresser
🤖 BrainPOP coding
⚪️ iPhone photo burst
📺 Thumbnail techniques
https://learninginhand.com/issue23
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Go to tinyurl.com/eduskystarterpacks
Don't follow too many too fast. Your account gets locked for like an hour.
Don't follow too many too fast. Your account gets locked for like an hour.
Bluesky Educators #EduSky be added at tinyurl.com/edusky
tinyurl.com
November 28, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Go to tinyurl.com/eduskystarterpacks
Don't follow too many too fast. Your account gets locked for like an hour.
Don't follow too many too fast. Your account gets locked for like an hour.
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OMG this makes me so happy! When Chrome moved the QR code maker deep into the 3 dots menu... it was frustrating.
Now I can choose to customize the Chrome toolbar and have QR code maker super close at hand.
Now I can choose to customize the Chrome toolbar and have QR code maker super close at hand.
November 22, 2024 at 2:57 PM
OMG this makes me so happy! When Chrome moved the QR code maker deep into the 3 dots menu... it was frustrating.
Now I can choose to customize the Chrome toolbar and have QR code maker super close at hand.
Now I can choose to customize the Chrome toolbar and have QR code maker super close at hand.
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Exciting news from Google! You can now add multiple tabs in the same Google Doc, just like sheets in Google Sheets. Game-changer for organization! Thanks to @jrsowash.bsky.social for sharing. #TLSky #EduSky #EdTech #GoogleEdu
Check it out: chrmbook.com/how-to-add-t...
Check it out: chrmbook.com/how-to-add-t...
How to add tabs to your Google Doc
Google Docs just introduced a fantastic new feature that lets you add multiple sections to the the same doc using "tabs".
chrmbook.com
November 23, 2024 at 12:35 AM
Exciting news from Google! You can now add multiple tabs in the same Google Doc, just like sheets in Google Sheets. Game-changer for organization! Thanks to @jrsowash.bsky.social for sharing. #TLSky #EduSky #EdTech #GoogleEdu
Check it out: chrmbook.com/how-to-add-t...
Check it out: chrmbook.com/how-to-add-t...
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Level up AI art & prompt writing with S.M.A.R.T. and C.R.E.A.T.E. Prompt checklists.
I designed those for both students and teachers to learn how to craft thoughtful prompts and use AI tools responsibly. #EdTech #AIinEducation #TeacherTips
I designed those for both students and teachers to learn how to craft thoughtful prompts and use AI tools responsibly. #EdTech #AIinEducation #TeacherTips
November 21, 2024 at 10:33 PM
Level up AI art & prompt writing with S.M.A.R.T. and C.R.E.A.T.E. Prompt checklists.
I designed those for both students and teachers to learn how to craft thoughtful prompts and use AI tools responsibly. #EdTech #AIinEducation #TeacherTips
I designed those for both students and teachers to learn how to craft thoughtful prompts and use AI tools responsibly. #EdTech #AIinEducation #TeacherTips
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🎉 You asked, and Canva listened! Canva now offers polls and Quizzes—I can’t wait to hear what you create with them!
Learn more quick tips: www.tiktok.com/@elisabethbo...
#CanvaEdu #Canvalove #CanvaTips #Edtech #canvatutorial #education
Learn more quick tips: www.tiktok.com/@elisabethbo...
#CanvaEdu #Canvalove #CanvaTips #Edtech #canvatutorial #education
You asked, Canva listened! Polls and Quizzes are available in Canva— I can’t wait to hear what you create with them! #CanvaEdu #Canvalove #CanvaTips #Edtech #canvatutorial #education #interactivelear...
TikTok video by Elisabeth Bostwick
www.tiktok.com
November 19, 2024 at 11:30 PM
🎉 You asked, and Canva listened! Canva now offers polls and Quizzes—I can’t wait to hear what you create with them!
Learn more quick tips: www.tiktok.com/@elisabethbo...
#CanvaEdu #Canvalove #CanvaTips #Edtech #canvatutorial #education
Learn more quick tips: www.tiktok.com/@elisabethbo...
#CanvaEdu #Canvalove #CanvaTips #Edtech #canvatutorial #education
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Hey #EduSky!
Have you thought about using custom chat bots in tandem with your traditional MC/short answer assessments? 👀
Imagine how much deeper your insights into your students’ knowledge would be on a given topic. 🤯
#aiforteachers #magicschoolai
Have you thought about using custom chat bots in tandem with your traditional MC/short answer assessments? 👀
Imagine how much deeper your insights into your students’ knowledge would be on a given topic. 🤯
#aiforteachers #magicschoolai
November 21, 2024 at 11:01 PM
Hey #EduSky!
Have you thought about using custom chat bots in tandem with your traditional MC/short answer assessments? 👀
Imagine how much deeper your insights into your students’ knowledge would be on a given topic. 🤯
#aiforteachers #magicschoolai
Have you thought about using custom chat bots in tandem with your traditional MC/short answer assessments? 👀
Imagine how much deeper your insights into your students’ knowledge would be on a given topic. 🤯
#aiforteachers #magicschoolai
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Welcome @magicschoolai.bsky.social and @lumiosocial.bsky.social to #EduSky, I have added you to the list:
See someone who should be added? Let me know below!
go.bsky.app/R5GJfVT
See someone who should be added? Let me know below!
go.bsky.app/R5GJfVT
November 19, 2024 at 11:45 PM
Welcome @magicschoolai.bsky.social and @lumiosocial.bsky.social to #EduSky, I have added you to the list:
See someone who should be added? Let me know below!
go.bsky.app/R5GJfVT
See someone who should be added? Let me know below!
go.bsky.app/R5GJfVT
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If you're looking for examples of student-created podcasts for classroom use, @npr.org has released a list of over 90 honorable mentions for their 2024 Podcast Challenge competition. Tons of inspiration ranging from 4th grade to high school! #EduSky www.npr.org/2024/10/24/n...
2024 Student Podcast Challenge Honorable Mentions
Here are the honorable mentions from the 2024 Student Podcast Challenge. Congratulations!
www.npr.org
November 19, 2024 at 10:57 PM
If you're looking for examples of student-created podcasts for classroom use, @npr.org has released a list of over 90 honorable mentions for their 2024 Podcast Challenge competition. Tons of inspiration ranging from 4th grade to high school! #EduSky www.npr.org/2024/10/24/n...
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🎉 Early access for #EduSky! 🎉
Our December Activity Journal is here! Packed with holiday-themed fun and engaging activities, it's the perfect way to bring the season's spirit into your classroom. 🌟🎄
read.bookcreator.com/pvhMgTpVVqNF...
❄️ Let us know your favorite activity in the comments below!
Our December Activity Journal is here! Packed with holiday-themed fun and engaging activities, it's the perfect way to bring the season's spirit into your classroom. 🌟🎄
read.bookcreator.com/pvhMgTpVVqNF...
❄️ Let us know your favorite activity in the comments below!
December Activity Journal
December’s Activity Journal is packed with Seasonal fun, including activities for Hanukkah, World Aids Day, Gingerbread House Day, plus Plan your New Year's Resolutions for 2025!!!
read.bookcreator.com
November 21, 2024 at 3:56 PM
🎉 Early access for #EduSky! 🎉
Our December Activity Journal is here! Packed with holiday-themed fun and engaging activities, it's the perfect way to bring the season's spirit into your classroom. 🌟🎄
read.bookcreator.com/pvhMgTpVVqNF...
❄️ Let us know your favorite activity in the comments below!
Our December Activity Journal is here! Packed with holiday-themed fun and engaging activities, it's the perfect way to bring the season's spirit into your classroom. 🌟🎄
read.bookcreator.com/pvhMgTpVVqNF...
❄️ Let us know your favorite activity in the comments below!
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A4: To help teach students how to use AI ethically & productively here are dozens of free lessons, videos, activities, interactives & units: www.controlaltachieve.com/2024/02/teac...
#EduSkyAI
@jenroberts.bsky.social
@thenerdyteacher.bsky.social
#EduSkyAI
@jenroberts.bsky.social
@thenerdyteacher.bsky.social
Free Resources to Teach Your Students about AI
As artificial intelligence has become more popular in schools, we have seen lots of great support materials for educators. I have provided ...
www.controlaltachieve.com
November 22, 2024 at 1:30 AM
A4: To help teach students how to use AI ethically & productively here are dozens of free lessons, videos, activities, interactives & units: www.controlaltachieve.com/2024/02/teac...
#EduSkyAI
@jenroberts.bsky.social
@thenerdyteacher.bsky.social
#EduSkyAI
@jenroberts.bsky.social
@thenerdyteacher.bsky.social
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Hey #EduSky!
Want to allow your students to explore AI in a safe space?
Check out this student room template we created for students to explore AI Literacy!
Simply click the link and the template will be added to your dashboard in MagicSchool.
app.magicschool.ai/rooms?room-s...
Want to allow your students to explore AI in a safe space?
Check out this student room template we created for students to explore AI Literacy!
Simply click the link and the template will be added to your dashboard in MagicSchool.
app.magicschool.ai/rooms?room-s...
November 20, 2024 at 7:20 PM
Hey #EduSky!
Want to allow your students to explore AI in a safe space?
Check out this student room template we created for students to explore AI Literacy!
Simply click the link and the template will be added to your dashboard in MagicSchool.
app.magicschool.ai/rooms?room-s...
Want to allow your students to explore AI in a safe space?
Check out this student room template we created for students to explore AI Literacy!
Simply click the link and the template will be added to your dashboard in MagicSchool.
app.magicschool.ai/rooms?room-s...
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If you’re looking for a simple, no login required, AI tool for young students, give Byte a try:
chat.codebreakeredu.com
#EduSky 🦋 #CodeBreaker 📚
chat.codebreakeredu.com
#EduSky 🦋 #CodeBreaker 📚
November 21, 2024 at 10:00 PM
If you’re looking for a simple, no login required, AI tool for young students, give Byte a try:
chat.codebreakeredu.com
#EduSky 🦋 #CodeBreaker 📚
chat.codebreakeredu.com
#EduSky 🦋 #CodeBreaker 📚
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Looking to find your flock on Bluesky? Check out the Bluesky Directory at blueskydirectory.com/starter-pack... with over 47K Starter Packs. Type in your search term, such as EdTech or Google, and find starter packs of people to follow who share your interests.
#edusky #edtech
#edusky #edtech
November 18, 2024 at 5:25 PM
Looking to find your flock on Bluesky? Check out the Bluesky Directory at blueskydirectory.com/starter-pack... with over 47K Starter Packs. Type in your search term, such as EdTech or Google, and find starter packs of people to follow who share your interests.
#edusky #edtech
#edusky #edtech
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Are you looking for your favorite EdTech companies and the people who work there? I am curating a list! Let me know if you see a company or person who should be added below! #EduSky
go.bsky.app/R5GJfVT
go.bsky.app/R5GJfVT
November 18, 2024 at 4:49 PM
Are you looking for your favorite EdTech companies and the people who work there? I am curating a list! Let me know if you see a company or person who should be added below! #EduSky
go.bsky.app/R5GJfVT
go.bsky.app/R5GJfVT
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Alright, folks, it's here! A Thanksgiving Escape Room, all set up and ready to go. Just grab any @quizizz quiz, use the resources I put together, and you’re good to go! 🦃
Check it out here: docs.google.com/presentation...
#edtech #edchat #teachers #youcanwithquizizz #quizizz #edusky
Check it out here: docs.google.com/presentation...
#edtech #edchat #teachers #youcanwithquizizz #quizizz #edusky
Thanksgiving Quizizz Meme Escape Room
docs.google.com
November 15, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Alright, folks, it's here! A Thanksgiving Escape Room, all set up and ready to go. Just grab any @quizizz quiz, use the resources I put together, and you’re good to go! 🦃
Check it out here: docs.google.com/presentation...
#edtech #edchat #teachers #youcanwithquizizz #quizizz #edusky
Check it out here: docs.google.com/presentation...
#edtech #edchat #teachers #youcanwithquizizz #quizizz #edusky
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Need a quick, engaging start to your school day or class period? #EduSky
Edtomorrow's First Five offers 9 fresh activities daily to kickstart your class. Each set focuses on:
🤝 Human connection
🤗 Self-care
💞 Empathy
😇 Character development
https://edtomorrow.com/today
Edtomorrow's First Five offers 9 fresh activities daily to kickstart your class. Each set focuses on:
🤝 Human connection
🤗 Self-care
💞 Empathy
😇 Character development
https://edtomorrow.com/today
November 15, 2024 at 11:33 PM
Need a quick, engaging start to your school day or class period? #EduSky
Edtomorrow's First Five offers 9 fresh activities daily to kickstart your class. Each set focuses on:
🤝 Human connection
🤗 Self-care
💞 Empathy
😇 Character development
https://edtomorrow.com/today
Edtomorrow's First Five offers 9 fresh activities daily to kickstart your class. Each set focuses on:
🤝 Human connection
🤗 Self-care
💞 Empathy
😇 Character development
https://edtomorrow.com/today