…modeling come alive for students, creating a more tactile experience. Search the Google Play store for “free sculpting” or “3D modeling and animation.” For example, Sculpt+ is one free Android…
Social Studies Dimension 4: Communicating Conclusions and Taking Informed Action
…is available with the free version. Free videos are limited to 5 minutes. Recordings save to Google Drive. Screencast-O-Matic: This free screen recorder is available for all platforms and allows…
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…focus on scientific simulations, virtual labs, and interactive science materials. Nearly all are free, or have components that are free, and are easily accessible on most digital platforms. Simulations HTML5…
Empower Students to Create Musically
…is no cost to search, listen, and download clips. NASA Library on SoundCloud Access historic sound recordings from NASA. Preview, select, and download. SoundBible.com Access free sound effects. Creative Commons…
Search and Seek Credible Information: Step 3 of the Searching for ANSWERS Inquiry Process
…contain that word. Example: “timber wolf” -basketball Use Advanced Search features. Many search engines and databases have advanced search options to help students use the Boolean operators as well as…
Enhance Language Learning With Technology
…courses through Carnegie Mellon’s Open Learning Initiative offers both free and low-cost course options. The choices include several language courses. Coursera: Find free courses to teach you a language or…
Imagine, Record, Create: The Power of Video in Student Creation
…screen casting workflow. First, you would open the computer program or screen that you wish to record. In this example, it’s the AVID Open Access website. Then, after launching the…
Apply and Extend Math Skills and Concepts
…can be found on AVID Open Access. Blender: This free and open-source software states that its mission is to “get the world’s best 3D CG technology in the hands of…
#108 – Unpacking AOA: Making the Most of AVID Open Access
…have enough time. At AVID Open Access, we are working hard to help you out with this challenge. We continue to create and post free, open educational resources that you…
Social Studies Dimension 2: Applying Disciplinary Concepts and Tools
…Search by age, subject, or academic standard. Use Open Author to create or remix these resources to meet your needs. Search these curated collections to save time. OER Project: Access…
Present Art Using Technology
…a blog or website. Get 10 pages and 2 GB of storage with the free version. Google Sites (Tips): Build a website and publish it to your local domain, specific…
#323 – AVID Open Access for Professional Learning New!
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AVID Open Access for Professional Learning
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Leverage Virtual Field Trips to Engage Students in Authentic Learning Experiences
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…with a class code, their access to Freckle content is unlimited, even with the free version. Teachers get basic reporting, assignment, and management options for free. A premium account is…