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The 5 Most Popular Khan Academy Video Lessons Of All Time
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Whatever your stance on Khan Academy, there's no denying that it's had quite an impact on the world of education and technology. I was perusing some of their newest videos this afternoon and it dawned on me that it might be helpful to share some of the most popular videos in terms of views.
The 100 Best Video Sites For Educators
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Bringing multimedia into the classroom is a great way to engage students in learning. Supplementing lessons, opening up new interests, and offering inspiration, online videos make for an incredible teaching tool.
How To Engage With Active Learners In The Classroom
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Students are currently enjoying the last gasps of summertime in most countries right now. They're outside, engaging in social activities, and constantly on the move. So what would happen if these students were thrown into a slow-moving and old-fashioned classroom? The students would get distracted, disconnected, and feel lost.
This Is What A Teacher Actually Makes
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Teachers are frustrated. It's no secret. But when I came across this on Facebook today, I knew it had to be shared on Edudemic. Taylor Mali is a teacher and vocal advocate for all teachers. In the below video, he describes exactly 'what' he makes as a teacher. It's not money. It's a lot more than that.
A Simple, New Way To Run Your Own Online Courses
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Despite the backlash against Khan Academy and the controversial evolution of online schools, it's clear that bringing education online is a big part of tomorrow's schools. If you've been looking for a simple and relat...
118 Videos Explaining Each Element In The Periodic Table
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If you're a science teacher, you're going to want to bookmark this as soon as possible. If you're not a science teacher, heck, you'll still love this and learn a thing or two.
Is This The Next Sal Khan?
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Sal Khan is a worldwide name and is inspiring many other teachers to harness the power of technology to improve learning around the world. One of those teachers is Paul Andersen.
MIT + Khan Academy = We All Win.
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Pardon the hyperbole, but this may be one of the biggest partnerships in education since chalk met the chalkboard. MIT has officially joined forces with Khan Academy to launch a new set of educational videos. But it's not what you think.
How 12 Schools Are Using Khan Academy Right Now
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Whether you want to use it as a study tool for your own education or bring it in as an alternative way for students in your classes to learn a subject, it’s simple and free to get started with Khan Academy.
Understanding How Social Media Fueled The Kony 2012 Craze
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Remember the viral Kony video? In Internet time, it was generations ago. But it's still quite relevant and a teachable moment. In fact, the sheer response to the Kony 2012 video is quite interesting in itself.
It’s Official: Even Kids Know We Need To Fix Education
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The automotive industry has evolved. The tech industry has evolved. Heck, the oil industry has evolved (and they're essentially selling fossils!). So why hasn't education evolved?
A New Way To Let Students Securely Access YouTube EDU
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YouTube is easily one of the most powerful Web 2.0 tools for the classroom. However, it had a big stumbling block: inappropriate or unrelated content. YouTube EDU solved a big part of this by creating a curated area for educational content.
Can Your Students Keep Up With This 3-Year-Old Singing The Elements Song?
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If you're a science teacher, know a science teacher, or just want to torment your students this afternoon... check out this video.
New Crowdfunding Site Might Just Revolutionize Scientific Research
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When it comes to funding for scientific research, it's a tricky business. Most grants are awarded by the government and have little to no input from the taxpayers. A new startup wants to change that. It's called Petridish and it puts the power in your hands to pick which scientific studies should be funded.
How One School District Provides 24-7 Access To Teachers
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I just learned about a great venture being undertaken by the folks at Glens Falls City School District in New York. They're working to provide 24-7 access to lessons taught by their teachers.
Viral Kony Video Is A Teachable Moment
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I'm not sure what moves faster, middle school kids or viral videos. This past week, schools across the country have had the chance to witness the speed with which global issues travel across the Internet and around the globe, in addition to seeing young people herd toward trying to help thwart the atrocities perpetrated by the Ugandan warlord Joseph Kony.
