
ReadWorks and the Power of the Daily Article Routine
ReadWorks is a free, research based, tool to aid in reading comprehension. Try the Article-A-Day to save time and provide differentiated options for readers.
Teacher Tech is a blog curated by Alice Keeler dedicated to student-centered learning with EdTech, providing practical strategies for using Google tools, AI, and digital resources to enhance engagement and deepen learning. Alice is known as the Queen of Spreadsheets, Teacher Tech features Google Sheets tips to improve workflow, streamline feedback, and create data-driven learning experiences. With a focus on pedagogy before technology, the blog emphasizes Depth of Knowledge (DOK) to move beyond rote memorization and promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and authentic learning. From Google Classroom tips to replacing worksheets with collaborative activities, Teacher Tech supports educators in creating connected classrooms that empower students to take ownership of their learning.

ReadWorks is a free, research based, tool to aid in reading comprehension. Try the Article-A-Day to save time and provide differentiated options for readers.

DOK is the measurement of critical thinking on a task. Better understanding Depth of Knowledge helps you to better incorporate critical thinking into lessons.

The answer is always a spreadsheet, but sometimes the tips are hard to remember to implement. Practice these 3 Google Sheets shortcuts to really help

Reading logs can lean into compliance over developing a love for reading. Try ReadWorks to help support building knowledge and a love of reading.

YouTube is a powerful tool in the classroom. Here are 10 hacks to help you get more out of YouTube.

Technology should serve as a bridge that connects students rather than a wall that isolates them. Curipod™ helps fulfill the true promise of educational technology by shifting the focus from passive clicking to active student voice.

Explore ten practical, research-backed strategies that leverage Chromebooks and Canva to architect a dynamic, student-centered learning ecosystem.

As teachers we are always multi tasking different tabs. Split view in Chrome is a huge time saver.

If you use colors in your Google Sheets spreadsheets this Add-on is for you to help you better utilize that color coding.

Video recording is much easier when you know what you’re going to say. Use the teleprompter in Google Vids

Spreadsheets oftentimes have dates. I bet right now you have a spreadsheet that has a column with a list of dates. Perhaps your students birthday

Gemini can create Google Slides.


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Wayground (formerly Quizizz) has added many new features. It’s always a staple in my edtech toolbox.

Gamification can add engagement to your lesson. It doesn’t have to be a big production.

AI sucks at student engagement and what to do about it. We can use AI to create engaging lessons and activities.

Google’s NotebookLM will transform your preparation for lessons. As a teacher, it is a must. Here are 5 reasons to dive in.

March is Be An Author Month, and I’m thrilled to partner with Book Creator to inspire students everywhere to share their stories! This year’s theme,

Teacher burnout is real, and it’s perfectly okay to feel overwhelmed. You are not alone in facing these challenges.

Google’s NotebookLM will transform your preparation for lessons. As a teacher, it is a must. Here are 5 reasons to dive in.

Create a student work slideshow with Google Slides. Capture student work samples and display them in a rotating presentation.

It’s the end of the year. You’re cleaning your classroom, also clean your digital files too! Here are some tech tips for end of year digital cleanup.

Easy! Insert a slide every day at the TOP of your Google Slides™ with the date and day automatically labeled. Use Daily Agenda Slides to share the daily objective and agenda with students and guardians.

Teaching a lesson with the lesson builder in Desmos Classroom? It can be helpful to have student responses and sketches from one screen appear on another screen. Here is how to make a Desmos Classroom Sketch and Show.

Tips for Effective Group Work includes strategies for structuring collaboration, assigning roles, and using tech tools.

Teaching with Minecraft makes learning fun and interactive. Adding redstone charges your lesson.

Padlet is an amazing edtech tool that allows for discussions where all students participate. Use the slideshow feature to present the student ideas. Create a slideshow in Padlet.

Is AI going to be the end of teaching and school? There is no doubt that there are some things AI can do better than a human being. So what becomes the roll of school or will AI make school obsolete?

Export your Google Sheets™ tabs to individual sheets. Dynamically update the individual sheets when your spreadsheet is updated.

Teachers of ELA classes will need to provide an Acceptable Use Policy for AI in the ELA Classroom. When school starts back up this is going to be essential for every ELA teacher to provide. If you are looking for an acceptable use policy for ChatGPT check out this sample from Alice Keeler.

Help students know how to turn work in Google Classroom. Use the flyer as a handout with students to talk about turning in work.

Google Classroom allows you to assign work and collect it from students. However, you can go further with your use of Classroom with these 5 hidden features of Google Classroom. Allow students to ask questions on an assignment and quickly access the comment bank.

Check out what Curipod is about! AI for collaboration. Alice sits down with Eirik from Curipod.

Chatbots aren’t just for casual conversations like those in Google Chat. They offer a powerful new way to enhance the learning experience.

Student engagement isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s the lifeblood of effective education. Yet, it feels like a mythical beast. Something every educator worldwide is chasing, but only a few can say they’ve truly captured. So, what makes this beast so tricky to tame? Let’s go on an adventure, breaking down the barriers to student engagement and, most importantly, arm ourselves with the tools to tackle these head-on. There is no magic bullet for student engagement. Here are some suggestions for SOME ways to address Student Engagement
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