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Thomas Martellone, Ed.S.
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Director of Innovation & Instructional Technology for Lexington Public Schools. The best 1:1 initiative will always be a student and a great teacher. Views=My Own. 🏳️‍🌈
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📢 5 Teacher-Tested AI Tools for Beginners - www.edutopia.org/article/ai-t...

Super excited to have my first article published in Edutopia featuring:
➡️ Brisk Teaching
🤿 Snorkl
📓 NotebookLM
🍎 TeacherServer
🎵 Suno

#EduSky #EduSkyAI #EdTech @briskteaching.bsky.social @snorklapp.bsky.social
5 Teacher-Tested AI Tools for Beginners
Feeling curious about AI but overwhelmed by options? Edtech specialist Eric Curts cuts through the noise with five tools you can start using today.
www.edutopia.org
May 13, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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ericcurts.bsky.social
EdTech Links from the Week of 5/12/25 - www.controlaltachieve.com/2025/05/edte...

🖼️ AI for Alt Text
🛠️ 5 Teacher-Tested AI Tools
🧩 Starter Apps from Google AI Studio
✖️ Math Resources from Robert Kaplinksy
📬 Informed Delivery
💼 HopeST

#EduSky #EduSkyAI #EdTech
Banner for the 'EdTech Links for the Week' series from ControlAltAchieve.com by @ericcurts, featuring a hand clicking a link icon on a browser with a globe.
May 17, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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Interesting to see renewed interest in wearable VR and AR glasses. #googleglass #android #wearables #glasses #AR #VR

www.theverge.com/2024/12/12/2...
Google announces Android XR, a new OS for headsets and smart glasses
Google just can’t quit face computers
www.theverge.com
December 13, 2024 at 3:00 PM
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ericcurts.bsky.social
Are you attending FETC on Jan 14-17? Add to the shared resource doc here: bit.ly/fetc25-share

You can include information for:
🧑 Attendee Information
🗣️ Promote Your Sessions
🎉 Mixers
🍽️ Restaurants
✋ Questions
🧰 Learning Resources
💬 Other Comments

#edusky #edtech #FETC25 #FETC
November 21, 2024 at 5:02 PM
thomasmartellone.bsky.social
Yes, we need to be focused on academic integrity. Also yes, we need to help students to know when and how to use AI. Reality is, a lot of the platforms (AI) are not available to students under the age of 18. #edutech #AI #teachingandlearning
November 20, 2024 at 11:13 AM
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Great to see younger students engaged in activities that have technology integrated in a meaningful way! #edtech #edusky
millerteach.bsky.social Jonathon Miller @millerteach.bsky.social · Nov 13
Having a blast with our 1st graders on our meteorologist project! Students picked a city from across the globe and are tracking its daily weather. Soon we'll be recording live weather reports using the greenscreen 🎥
November 20, 2024 at 10:55 AM
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scottrocco.bsky.social
Outstanding article.

Worth a read and consideration:
How to Build a PBL Unit Around a Novel www.edutopia.org/article/pbl-...
How to Build a PBL Unit Around a Novel
A project focused on discovery and analysis allows students to read, collaborate, and demonstrate their knowledge as they make their way through a novel.
www.edutopia.org
November 19, 2024 at 11:08 AM
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marcusluther.bsky.social Marcus Luther @marcusluther.bsky.social · Nov 17
It's never a bad time to talk about core values in your classroom but this feels like an especially important time to talk about core values in your classroom. (And beyond it.)

If you want a lesson/activity to use for that, feel free to try out this one! #EduSky

docs.google.com/presentation...
Core Values and Index Card Survey Activity
AGENDA Essential Question What are my own core values and what are the values of those around me? Top Values Activity Values Meet-n-Greet Index Card Survey
docs.google.com
November 18, 2024 at 3:22 AM
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bsky.app
Here's a guide for advanced Bluesky search! 🔍

Over time, we’ll make these features easier to use directly within the Bluesky app.
Tips and Tricks for Bluesky Search - Bluesky
Let’s dive into all the tips and tricks for advanced Bluesky search!
bsky.social
May 31, 2024 at 3:46 PM
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Encouraging Discussion and Managing Pupil Talk In Science www.sciencefix.co.uk/2021/01/pupi...
#edusky #ukteaching
Encouraging Discussion and Managing Pupil Talk In Science - Danny Nics Science Fix
Empowering Primary Science Educators with CPD, Resources & Consultancy. Unlock a wealth of resources, downloads, and support.
www.sciencefix.co.uk
May 24, 2024 at 8:18 AM
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teachpaperless.bsky.social
This is possibly the best list of suggestions for improving group work that I've seen in a long time! Such a smart approach to tweaking something most of us have done for years.

#education #students #school #EduSky

17 Tweaks That Make a Big Difference in Group Work - www.cultofpedagogy.c...
17 Tweaks That Make a Big Difference in Group Work | Cult of Pedagogy
Cooperative learning can be a powerful learning strategy, but only if it works well. These small changes can make group work more effective in your classroom.
www.cultofpedagogy.com
May 24, 2024 at 10:17 AM
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#EduSky phys.org/news/2024-05...
The case for 'math-ish' thinking
For everyone whose relationship with mathematics is distant or broken, Jo Boaler, a professor at Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE), has ideas for repairing it. She particularly wants young p...
phys.org
May 24, 2024 at 9:52 PM
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teachpaperless.bsky.social
A good and rather comprehensive list of suggestions on how educators can become better at prompting when using #AI.

#educatoion #teacher #edtech #EduSky

Creating Effective AI Prompts for Educators - edugoogdroid.com/202...
Creating Effective AI Prompts for Educators - eduGOOGdroid
The best AI Prompt. Here's a template for creating effective AI responses from ChatGPT for educators and anyone to use.
edugoogdroid.com
May 25, 2024 at 6:00 AM
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Ooooh....Like this and did not know that!
wesfryer.com Wes Fryer @wesfryer.com · Nov 14
The Chrome web browser has a BUILT-IN QR code Generator! (No third-party extension required)

Be sure to click the SHARE ICON in the CHROME browser bar / omnibar!

www.groovypost.com/howto/make-a...

#googleEDU #edtech #edtechSR #MediaLit #QRcode #create2learn
May 19, 2024 at 9:53 PM
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scottrocco.bsky.social
Great #edtech resources from Edutopia - George Lucas Educational Foundation

www.edutopia.org/article/prod...

#satchat
6 Productivity Tools Every Teacher Should Know About
Educators say these tools can drastically reduce administrative and planning burdens, freeing up time for engaging with students.
www.edutopia.org
May 12, 2024 at 4:01 PM
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#FETC is looking for presenters for their conference next January. Have some technology experience to share with other people? Check out the FETC website! www.fetc.org
National Future of Education Technology® Conference
The 44th Annual National Future of Education Technology® Conference will take place January 23 - 26, 2024 in Orlando, Fla.
www.fetc.org
May 19, 2024 at 9:38 PM
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Give this a look and let me know what you think! I didn't create it but I'm always looking for helpful resources for parents!
May 19, 2024 at 11:44 AM