As the snow begins to fall, the December Tech Integration Newsletter is packed with ideas to keep learning lively, creative, and calm as we wrap up the year. Click on the image below to open the full newsletter
❄️ Tech Tools for a Frosty Classroom
RoomRecess.com offers over 160 free, engaging learning games in math, reading, typing, and more. No sign-ups required – just jump in and learn!
SantAI Activities: Infuse holiday cheer with AI-powered creative projects. Use tools like SchoolAI, MagicSchool, or ChatGPT for:
Teacher-led holiday prompts.
Fun chatbot creations tailored for your classroom.
🚀 AI for Creative Holiday Projects
Unleash student creativity this season:
Story Co-Creation: Explore unique perspectives like Christmas Eve from the Reindeer’s Point of View with tools like SchoolAI and MagicSchool.
AI-Generated Cards & Art: Use Canva or Adobe Firefly to design festive cards and posters.
Collaborative Playwriting: Draft scripts with AI, act them out, or create podcasts with tools like Screencastify Submit or Vocaroo.
🐾 Take a Virtual Sleighride
Explore virtual field trips with Exploring by the Seat of Your Pants. Popular tours include:
Animal Christmas at The Toronto Zoo.
Polar Passion Live from Antarctica – A winter South Pole adventure.
🌟 Tech Etiquette for the Holidays
Encourage screen time balance with families: Tech-free dinners, gift-wrapping lessons, and mindful "pause before posting" practices.
Set Teacher Tech Boundaries: Learn how to set up your Gmail Vacation Auto-Reply and enjoy a well-deserved break!
🎁 Professional Development Gifts
ISTE Live 2025 Scholarship: Applications are open for this San Antonio conference! Deadline: January 10, 2025.
Ditch That Textbook Summit: A free online PD conference (Dec 16 - Jan 10) with top educators sharing tech insights.
🎙️ Integrate This! Podcast – Holiday Special
Mark your calendar for December 19! David and I exchange “gifts” and share on-the-spot integration ideas. Catch up on previous episodes for quick, "byte-sized" inspiration.
Let’s celebrate a joyful, balanced, and creative holiday season together. Wishing you strong Wi-Fi, smooth tech tools, and cozy days ahead! 🎉
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