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Educational videos can be a great way to engage students and create a more interactive learning experience. With the right tools and a bit of creativity, anyone can create an educational video that’s both informative and engaging.  In this blog post, we’ll provide a step-by-step guide to creating educational videos to help you get the most out of your video-making efforts. From choosing the right platform to creating an engaging script, this guide will cover all the essential steps for creating educational videos to help your students learn. What is an Educational/Teaching video?  Educational videos can range from animations and documentaries to lectures and interactive tutorials. They can be used to teach a wide variety of topics, from history to science to math and beyond. Educational videos can be used to supplement traditional classroom instruction or as stand-alone learning tools and can help students understand complex concepts and reinforce existing knowledge. Creating a...

Are you looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your child? Whether they are a tech-savvy teen or a creative toddler, there is something out there that will make them smile this holiday. From books and personalized items to toys and gourmet treats, you can find the perfect present that suits both your interests and your budget! If you are looking for gifting ideas for teachers, check out this list of best Valentine's Day Gifts for teachers. http://dlvr.it/Shf3k2

Virtual gifts are not only ideal for last minute shoppers, aka procrastinators, but are also the best option to consider environment wise. No trees cut, no transport vehicle involved, no packages to handle, and certainly no return or restocking fees. And "a gift that exists on a screen or as an activity isn’t going to add to the recipient’s collection of clutter". It is all a win-win deal. Which digital presents to get? This post features some helpful options which hopefully can help you make your mind. 1. eBooks Most online bookstores include the option to buy eBook versions. For instance, Amazon Books allows you to use the option 'Buy for others' to send eBooks as gifts. Barnes & Noble has a similar feature called 'Buy as Gift'. Besides gifting individual ebooks, there is also the option to gift a subscription-based service which provides access to tons of ebooks and podcasts covering various genres. This is indeed the perfect gift for the bookis...

Valentine’s Day is a perfect time to show some extra appreciation for your teachers. From personalized cards to cozy clothing items, there are plenty of options that will make any teacher feel special. Whether it’s a handmade item or an indulgent treat, these Valentine’s Day gift ideas are sure to put a smile on your teacher’s face. If you haven't yet decided on what to get to your cherished teacher, here are few suggestions to help you out: 1. Flowers and plants Flowers and plants are a great way to show your appreciation for your teacher this Valentine's Day. A unique and thoughtful gift such as a bonsai tree or an orchid plant is sure to bring a smile to the face of any educator. Bonsai trees require careful trimming and pruning, making it an excellent gift for a teacher who loves to garden or is into the craftsmanship. A succulent garden is ideal for teachers who want to brighten up their classrooms with a touch of greenery and bring some life indoors. Orchi...

Today, digital safety is a growing concern for parents. With the prevalence of web technologies and unrestricted access to digital content, it can be difficult to keep children safe from potential risks including access to sites that feature explicit, violent, or adult content.  This is one reason why school porn is on the rise.  Fortunately, there are several steps that parents and teachers can take to maximize kids' safety and ensure they have a safe and secure experience while using the internet. In this post, I cover some practical tips and tools parents and teachers can use to block access to adult websites and inappropriate content online. These include parental controls, browser extensions, Google Family Link, SafeSearch to filter explicit results on Google, restricted mode on YouTube, and installing security software. 1- Use Parental Controls Parental controls can help you restrict  kids access to certain websites and media content. Most platforms s...

The list below features a collection of some of the best math websites for teachers and students. I have been constantly updating the list to keep the resources fresh and relevant. The initial collection contained around 40 websites but over the last few years a number of these websites have either lost their importance or have been taken down completely.  The current version contains 11 best math website, based on my Edtech blogging experience and teacher reviews and feedback. I invite you to check them out and share with us if you have other suggestions to consider.  1. Splash Learn Math Games  SplashLearn is a curriulum-aligned, game-based learning app for PreK to Grade 5 students. SplashLearn offers 5000+ math teaching resources, incouding online games and worksheets, that teachers can access for free. Their math games combine fun with learning and help children master math skills with ease. SplashLearn's adaptive algorithm modifies itself as per each child's sk...

Sound level meters are great tools to use to monitor and manage sound levels in the classroom. They can help teachers maintain an environment conducive to learning by providing real-time sound level readings and allowing them to adjust sound levels accordingly. I have already covered some of the best web-based sound meter tools to use in class. In this post, I will discuss some of the best sound level meters available on Amazon specifically designed for classroom use. I did an extensive online search, dug into the piles of user reviews and came up with the list below. I hope you find it helpful. What is a sound level meter? A  sound level meter is a device used to measure sound or noise levels. It measures and records sound pressure levels in decibels (dB). The purpose of sound level meters is to help people understand and control sound levels in their environment. What are the benefits of sound level meters for classrooms? Sound level meters can be used in classrooms to ...

Creative Fabrica, one of the leading design platforms, has recently published a powerful suite of AI tools called CF Spark. Since its introduction, CF Spark has already enjoyed growing popularity among users. CF Spark AI tools allow you to easily generate stunning artwork using text-based prompts. No graphic design is required. For us in education, Creative Fabrica's AI-powered design tools offer exciting opportunities to unleash students' creativity and help them explore their artistic potential. From creating stunning visuals for presentations to designing original artwork using textual prompts, CF Spark AI tools will help bring your ideas to life quickly and easily! In this post, I share with you some of the main AI tools that have recently been released by Creative Fabrica. 1. CF Spark Art CF Spark Art is a text-to-image tool that allows you to create beautiful and unique artwork. CF Spark offers a versatile AI image generator that enables you to easily convert your...

If you're a teacher, chances are you've felt the effects of burnout at some point in your career. It's an all-too-common phenomenon and one that can have serious consequences for both your professional and personal life. But what exactly is teacher burnout? And how can you avoid it? What is teacher burnout? Teacher burnout is a phenomenon that occurs when teachers become overwhelmed and exhausted from the demands of their job. It can be caused by an excessive workload, unrealistic expectations from administrators, inadequate wages or resources, and a lack of appreciation or recognition for their work. The National Education Association defines teacher burnout as "a more temporary condition in which an educator has exhausted the personal and professional resources necessary to do the job. Demoralization occurs when an educator believes she is unable to perform the work in ways that uphold the high standards of the profession." The telltale signs of teache...

School porn is a growing problem. It refers to any type of pornography that is easily accessible to students on school grounds. This can include everything from magazines and videos to websites and social media.  Studies have shown that exposure to this type of material can lead to serious problems down the road, including addiction, mental health issues, and even criminal behaviour. As teachers and educators, it's important that we are aware of this issue and take steps to protect our students from becoming exposed to it. The dangers of school porn Across the world, the internet has become a means of communication and entertainment for people of all ages. While it is an invaluable asset to many, it also poses potential risks, especially when it comes to accessing porn at school. Without proper advice and guidance on the topic, students are vulnerable to exposure to potentially disturbing and/or illegal material, not to mention the hazards of sexting. Such activities can b...

Are you looking for a fun and exciting way to get your kids interested in science? Or do you have kids at home who need an educational yet entertaining activity? Look no further! In this blog post, I cover some of the best resources where you can access a wide variety of entertaining and educational science games. Kids can play the games and learn complex science topics in an accessible and enjoyable manner. From interactive online platforms to tabletop experiments, there are plenty of activities that can teach kids about biology, physics, chemistry, and more! Let’s dive into our list of the top science games for kids. For more resources, check out best science websites for kids. 1. ABCya Science Games ABCya provides access to a large collection of educational kid-friendly games. The science section features some amazing science games to play with your kids at home or in class. The games are free to use. They are also web-based, and no software or registration is required. Som...

Web technologies have tremendously facilitated science learning. There are now a plethora of science websites that help kids learn about space, the solar system, the body, the various phases of matter and even quantum physics. There are also tons of educational science resources for teachers to use with their students in classroom. Whether you are an elementary school teacher wanting to find new ways to introduce your students to the world of scientific exploration or a parent looking for engaging activities to boost your kids science knowledge, below is a collection of some of the best science websites online. They offer a wide variety of hands-on activities, interactive games, quizzes, virtual experiments, and several other materials to engage young minds in immersive learning experiences covering various science topics and phenomena. [Reated: Best science podcasts for teachers and students] 1- NASA Kids’ Club NASA Kids’ Club provides a plethora of space focused games, ...

These are some of the best websites and apps where students can search for and find help with their math problems. These resources are meant to assist students learn and develop their math skills. They should never be used as means to cheat or find shortcuts to learning problems. [Related: 10 Best homework help websites for students] In fact, these websites should be used as the last resort when students have used up all options to solve a problem unaided. And even then, students should focus on the process and not end result. They need to use the step by step explanations to gain understanding of their math problems so that they can solve future problems alone. For iPad math helper apps, check out this list instead. 1- Symbolab Symbolab offers access to a set of powerful calculators. Students can use the site to search for and access solutions to thousands of math problems related to algebra, trigonometry, calculus, and many more. As students browse the answers to their math prob...

In this post I share my top picks for safe kid games. Whether your kids want to brush up on their math skills or explore other science and social studies topics, these interactive activities will make the process both entertaining and informative. These online school safe games provide kids with the opportunity to expand their knowledge base through fun activities like puzzles, memory, and strategy games. Not only can playing these school-safe learning games keep your little ones occupied during downtime, but it also has innumerable benefits that can increase academic performance.  Most of these games have already been reviewed separately in different posts in the past. You can check their full reviews to learn more about them. You can also check this collection of best kids safe search engines to use with your little ones to navigate the web. 1.ABCya ABCya is a website that provides free learning games for kids in grades Pre K through 6. ABCya learning Games are organized by g...