Sunday, May 20, 2012

Free App Descriptions

Twitter 101 and Twitter 102:
Are you curious about Twitter.com? Just exactly what is a tweet? And how is it relevant to education?

Twitter 101 will introduce you to this awesome online tool, dispel some of your fears, and show you how quick, easy, and safe it can be to start Tweeting today! Twitter 102 shows you how to extend Tweeting. There are lots of “add-on” tools on the internet you can link to your Twitter account- the one demonstrated is a tool that encourages students to read aloud- “Chirp, Chirp!”

Commas with Dates, Names, and Addresses

This app focuses on the specific use of commas in names, places, and letter writing. There are several free worksheets included!

Preview here: Preview the App

Specific Nouns

When you write with clarity, your writing is stronger! Teach how being specific with nouns in writing makes everything interesting.

Preview here: Preview Specific Nouns

The Power of Prediction, plus Practice!

Learn how to harness the fact that your brain makes predictions all the time based on what you know. When students activate this strategy while reading, comprehension of text is increased. Then use the practice app and worksheets to reinforce the skills!

Preview here: Power of Prediction Preview

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