For the next two weeks, political differences will be set aside for patriotic unity. We cheer as formerly unknown athletes become household names in their quest for gold, and we are crushed when they fall short. We are glued to our TVs for the qualifying rounds of luge, curling, and…
Inspiration comes in many shapes and forms. Yet, regardless of the medium, it serves as food for the soul. As educators, it’s easy to get caught up in the weeds of day-to-day responsibilities. We forget to take moments to step back, re-evaluate, and allow ourselves to be reminded of why…
The power of G Suite (and especially G Suite for Education) is undeniable. This versatile cloud-based platform is full of easy-to-use document creation tools, organizational resources, and a myriad of ways to support the Four Cs. The Google team is highly dedicated to its educational offerings, so it’s no surprise…
Learning Management Systems, as defined by Wikipedia, are software applications for the administration, documentation, tracking, reporting, and delivery of educational courses or training programs. Ok, so that’s the technical definition. A more personal and granular observation of an LMS reveals its power to transform learning by breaking down the walls of…
As schools open their doors and students open their minds to another year of learning, we as educators are inspired by the possibilities of a clean slate and a fresh perspective. As you begin to construct new learning opportunities for your classroom, it’s important to evaluate the role of technology.…
Inspiration has kicked in and you’ve built an arsenal of great technology-rich lesson plans. You can hardly wait to unleash them in your classroom. Sound familiar? Digital learning is both thrilling and challenging. Before you introduce the latest tech tool or a new gadget, it’s important to define a roadmap…
Twitter remains one of the most powerful resources available for teachers. Where else can you quickly connect with like-minded educators willing to share, connect, and grow on a global scale - all from the comfort of your living room? Whether it’s a great lesson plan idea or the thrill of…
As we come to the end of another school year, assessments are often the first thing that come to an educator’s mind. We are familiar with the concept of our students testing for hours at a time for multiple days, but what if there was a more engaging way to…
“It’s a game changer!” This is what our customers are already saying about Converge LMS. Well, we’re about to make an even greater impact. The learning management system built by teachers uniquely for K-12 is now offering schools and districts the opportunity to sign up for…drum roll, please… FREE…
Do you often find yourself wishing for a few extra minutes (or hours) each day? I think we’ve all been there, but as educators, a few more moments to grade those stack of papers or extend the perfect in-class discussion seems impossible at times. So, the idea of introducing a…