Hour of Code: Resource Roundup
The Hour of Code begins in three weeks, and we have decided to once again use the week to not only promote computer science education but to also look at … Continue reading
The Hour of Code 2014
Attention all Teachers and Administrators: The Hour of Code 2014 is coming! Why is this initiative so important? It is important because it gives schools an opportunity, in sixty … Continue reading
Coding as Cursive 2.0
Why is coding the latest hot topic in education? I believe it has everything to do with how we make use of technology in the 21st century. Like Washington Post … Continue reading
Blended-Learning Resources
If you are a frequent visitor to principalaim then you know how important student-centered instruction is to me. I’ve found one of the best ways to empower students to truly engage in their learning … Continue reading
15 Ways of Teaching Every Student to Code (Even Without a Computer)
Last spring, Edutopia blogger, Vicki Davis published a great resource for anyone interested in teaching students to code with or without a computer. The notion that we can teach students … Continue reading
Will Google Classroom Evolve?
As many of you know, I have been promoting the use of Google Classroom for many months. Since I hope to always provide a balanced perspective regarding any programs … Continue reading
Book Series for the Digital Age
Over dinner this week, a friend asked if I knew anything about the Corwin Connected Educator Series. I didn’t but I was intrigued by what she told me so I went … Continue reading
Google Classroom Tool For Teachers Is Here
In mid-July, I shared the news that the folks at Google were nearing the end of their pilot project and were gearing up to launch Google Classroom. When the project was … Continue reading
Google’s Growing Possibilities
Attention teachers and administrators: the launch of Google Classroom, September 2014, is the next big thing from Google Apps for Education. If you are still not using Google as a … Continue reading
“Coding Isn’t Just for Computer Whizzes”
I love using principalaim to highlight an educational perspective that I share or that I am wrestling with. Today’s “Read This Now!” features an insightful TED Talk from Mitch Resnick … Continue reading
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