Go Steelers!

I know this is my technology blog, but it's also January in Pittsburgh so that means it's playoff time! The Steelers play the Broncos today at 4:30pm. I found a fun video created by @pghsportsnation.  With his permission, I have posted it here:

That is technology right! Sure it's is! It's also time for some football! Go Steelers!

My Favorite and Most Useful iPhone Apps

My iPhone is always at my side.  Here are a bunch of apps that make my phone a powerful technology tool for me to use and fun too!


Twitter - It's one of my favorite Apps and mostly because of the ability to tweet from anywhere. Twitter is such a powerful tool, so you have to be connected all the time! (Free)

Shazam - If you haven't tried this app check it out. It can listen to a song on the radio (or anywhere) and get you title, artist, lyrics, and even connect you to iTunes to purchase! (Free)

Words with Friends - Yes I'm hooked! It's scrabble against all your friends! Very Fun! (Free version and Paid Version)

Dropbox - Dropbox is your free online cloud storage for your desktop or laptop. With this app you can view your files from your iPhone or iPad. (Free)

Evernote - I just started using Evernote, and I love the capabilities! It's a great media storage app for your IOS device! (Free)

Geocaching - If you geocache, you will love this App. It's pricy for the full version, but well worth the price. You can find caches on the go, plus view hints and descriptions! (Free and Paid Version)

AniMoto - The desktop version is more loaded, but you can make cool quick movies with your photos and videos directly from your phone. (Free)

Scoop.it - This App is new, but powerful. You can curate and view your topic from your mobile!

Blogger - Since this app is helping me furfill my resolution this year, I have to include it! You don't have all the capabilities you get from a browser, but you can begin ideas on your Phobe and polish them on your computer.  Great connection! (Free)

Google Maps - I use this constantly to find my way! Great app that is included on all IOS devices!

These are just a few I love to use.  I would love to hear about some others too.  Please leave me a comment with some other fun and useful apps!

Typing Web

I have been using this site with a group of students.  It is a great self-paced keyboarding tutor.  The site is packed with beginner, intermediate, and advanced lessons, typing tests, and plenty of games to play.  The tool also tracks your problem areas and develops lessons specific to keys you are having trouble with as you move through the lessons.  The best part is the cost!  It's free!  All you need is an email to get setup, and you can be off and running with the typing tutor.  You can follow the Typing Web Twitter feed (@TypingWeb) to learn about future add-ons and ideas.

Great Educational Games for Kids - ABCYA

ABCYA is a great site with plenty of educational games for students PreK-5th Grade.  I have used the site for years, and it seems to improve every time my students use the site.  The games are organized by grade level, and they range from thinking games to math to creativity and more.  They have recently launched a bunch of iPhone/iPod/iPad games as well.  Its a great site to use with an entire class or to give as some fun center time.  You can follow ABCYA on twitter (@abcyagames).

Free Technology for Teachers

Free Technology for Teachers

This is a great resource!  Richard Byrne, the blog author, is a classroom teacher with a passion for technology.  He posts great resources that are free and easy to use within a classroom.  I have been reading this blog for years, and it is a place I look in any searching for new and innovative tools.  You can also follow the blog on Facebook and Twitter to get the content delivered directly to you! Check it out.

You Matter!

If you have not had the pleasure of listening to Angela Maiers, please take a look at this...

Her positive message is addicting and powerful!

Enjoy!

365 Challenge (well 363 but who is counting)!

Happy New Year!  I may be a couple days late into the new year, but I am going to add this to my resolutions for 2012.  I love blogs, but I have never dedicated enough time to blogging.  My goal this year is to do something everyday.  Some will be short and others will be longer, but my goal is to build this into something bigger and share resources and ideas.  I would love your support to keep me going, so please comment and share ideas as well!