Winter Break of Digital Learning

 We know that teachers need time to recuperate over winter break; however, some teachers like to take a little time catching up on the latest trends in teaching.  A.I. and digital learning continues to be center stage for many.  Although some find it scary, others are curious.  Learning about new trends can lessen our fear and spark our curiousity to try new, exciting ideas in the classroom.  Matt Miller from Ditch That Textbook holds a Ditch that Summit every year at this time where he showcases Educational Pioneers from around the country and some even from our own state!  The video library is only available through January 10th.  Not sure where to get started?  Start right at the begining!  The first four are fabulous!

Click here for Ditch the Summit Video Library.

Want more on A.I.?  Indiana Learning Lab has a series of Login to Indiana Learning Lab and click on the link below to learn more!

Artificial Intelligence Platforms in Indiana Collection

Computer Science Education Week 2024

 Computer Science Education week is celebrated this year from December 6th through December 12th, but you can celebrate all year long.  Check out some of the available resources below.

Computer Science Education Week Article.

Don't forget about Hour of Code!

See past Hour of Code Activities

Check out the article from Google and its resources.

Code a holiday card

With the Art module, students can create and decorate a seasonal greeting card in time for the holidays.

Try the Art lesson Create a carol Students can use the Music & Sound module to create their very own festive song and video from scratch. Try the Music & Sound lesson

Jamboard Is Going Away December 31st

 Jamboard is going away December 31, 2024.  Make sure to export your Jamboard files.  Click here to read the full article.  Here's is what you can use in  it's place.

Lucidspark

Figjam

Canva Whiteboard (New to Canva?  See Canva for Education for a free account)

Lumio Free Version (formerly SMARTLab)

Click here to learn about alternatives to Jamboard from Edutopia.