Learn how to use free movie-making apps to quickly create and edit content. It’s simpler than you might think to record interesting, short videos. If you’re like me, the easiest way to grab some video footage is by using your phone, but maybe the videos don’t always look as polished as you would like. Lately, … Read more
One of my favorite things about blogging is the opportunity to use a fun video creation tool like Powtoon. There are many ways to engage an audience, and using creative video techniques is one of them. Bonus: Powtoon is free and easy to use. Ready to add another fun video creation tool to your technology … Read more
I just started using an awesome media tool in my blog, and I’d like to share it with you. Flipboard is a free curation app available for iOS and Android devices. It’s also available on the web. It allows you to search for and save articles in a glossy digital magazine format, then embed the … Read more
When I scroll through Pinterest, my attention is often snagged by posts with infographics. Infographics are useful if you have statistics to report in a blog post, or if you want to present a list in an eye-catching format. As an educator as well as a blogger, I’m always looking for colorful ways to present … Read more
I really want to improve the quality of the videos I make for YouTube, but I’m not ready to spend a lot of (or any) money. My professional goal for work this year is to create at least five video tutorials for my school staff and students. These tutorials will be used as instructional resources … Read more
If you spend enough time on Pinterest, you might begin to notice that many pins contain the same cover image. That’s because many bloggers use Canva, a popular free graphic design tool to design their Pinterest graphics, as well as their graphics for other social media platforms. Where else can bloggers go to find high-quality … Read more
Learn how to add sound to Google Slides the easy way with this step-by-step tutorial. Videos included! If you have ever asked yourself, “Can I add sound to a Google slide?”, the answer is yes! What audio files does Google Slides support? You can use .mp3 and .wav files. If you aren’t sure what those … Read more
Recently, when so many were teaching virtually, there were a variety of ways to connect with students. One of the most versatile is Zoom. What is a Zoom meeting and how does Zoom meeting work? As a school library media specialist, I have coached many teachers and students who needed help connecting virtually. If you … Read more
Learn how to make a seating chart online using a free tool, Google Slides. Get step-by-step instructions for creating a digital seating chart you can use as a free online classroom seating chart template. Find out how to customize the digital seating chart to fit your needs, and make copies as needed. Once you have … Read more
Learn how to use and access WeVideo, a free presentation tool that integrates well with Google. As a school librarian, I’m always looking for engaging ways for students to share their knowledge. WeVideo offers an easy way for kids to create videos with music and special effects. My school uses a variety of Google tools … Read more