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[|Crayon Physics] This is from an online conference. This particular presentation is from a 1st grade teacher and how she uses technology with grade 1. [|WEb 2,0] [|Studio 4 Learning] Time-saving web-based tools to make flashcards, calendars, word searches, and other teaching materials. This sight might overwhelm you at first. Scroll through, read the ones that interest you most and come back later. Remember small steps. [|Teachers first] [|2 Cents Worth] This comprehensive article gives all the details on using gated blogs safely in the classroom, including explanations of blogging basics, a TeachersFirst Step-by-Step on how to start one, complete reviews of several free blogging tools for teachers, and over two dozen ideas for how to use a blog with your students. Make "writing to learn" approachable and exciting. Don't miss the specially-honored TeachersFirst Class Blogs.

In the Classroom: You could use this step by step as the framework for a self-directed or "buddy" professional development project. Share it with your principal or professional development coordinator. [|Blog Basics] [|Iste]