Archive for March, 2008

Google Earth: updated and fabulous for educators!

Monday, March 31st, 2008

When Google Earth was launched in 2005, a highly motivating and different perspective of the planet became available to millions of computer users. At first, educators used it to find their school and students’ houses, to explore the local community ‘from above’ and to ’fly around’ tourist attractions, geographical features and historical landmarks. In recent [...]

Using a digital camera in your classroom: a terrific teaching and learning tool …

Wednesday, March 26th, 2008

Capturing learning experiences can be a very powerful tool for teachers as well as for students in their learning cycle. With a digital camera you can take a large number of photos of classroom activities, special events, excursions and student work samples and choose the best to include in multimedia presentations, online photo galleries and [...]

The Beijing Olympics: activities, stories, information, videos, photos and more …

Monday, March 10th, 2008

The Australian Olympic Committee invites primary educators to join the a.s.p.i.r.e. school network, a program designed to instill in young Australians an appreciation for the values, spirit and philosophy of the Olympic Movement. Visit the website at: http://corporate.olympics.com.au/page/5/Education
As a member, you will receive access to Olympic resources including the Olympic Fact Zone, a Certificate of [...]

Audacity: free software to record, edit and mix music and sounds

Friday, March 7th, 2008

Audacity is free, easy-to-use Windows and Macintosh software which schools can easily and successfully utilise to record and edit audio. Teachers and students can use Audacity to:
· read and record their own stories to accompany PhotoStory or PowerPoint slideshow,
· record and produce a ‘radio show’ or podcast,
· record singing, choirs, music groups and musical instruments,
· [...]