Recent Teacher Tech Blog Posts

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.

Randomized Selection of Archived Blog Posts

How To Add a Background Image to FigJam

Want to lock a background onto a FigJam? Transitioning away from Jamboard to FigJam and want to know how to create a background image in FigJam? Alice Keeler provides you a tutorial with how to do this. How To Add a Background Image to FigJam

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popsicle sticks form by Alice Keeler

Google Forms Popsicle Sticks

Allow ALL students to thoughtfully respond when asking a question in class. Use this FREE Add-on by Alice Keeler to allow students to respond to a Google Form. Randomly select a student response.

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What the Heck is AI and Why Does Every Product Have It?

Are you a teacher wondering about the buzz surrounding Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education? You’re not alone! What the heck is AI? Let’s break down what AI is and discuss why it could be a valuable tool for teachers. Also, be skeptical of EdTech products and be sure ask the right questions to ensure AI is being used in a student centered way that makes learning more humanizing, not more robotic.

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Stand Up for Health - FlexiSpot Q8 Standing Desk

Stand Up for Health – FlexiSpot Q8 Standing Desk

My honest review of the FlexiSpot Q8 Standing Desk is that I love it! It is far sturdier than any desk I have ever had. I can effortlessly raise and lower the desk no matter how much I have on the desktop. As teachers we sit at our desk grading papers and lesson planning. Stand Up for Health and get a standing desk.

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Innovate Teaching with ChatGPT (AI)

Whether you use ChatGPT, Google Bard, Bing (which is ChatGPT), so some other Artificial Intelligence chatbot it is set to transform how you teach! Not only can you save time with chatbots, but you can innovate your teaching. ChatGPT can do some of the heavy lifting to help you make creative lesson plans and projects. Innovate Teaching with ChatGPT (AI)

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The Best Google Jamboard Alternative – FigJam

Jamboard has joined the Google Graveyard. Your replacement is FigJam. A collaborative digital whiteboard that is so much more! Check out what is next for classroom collaboration and digital whiteboarding. Jamboard in the Google Graveyard is no reason for tears. Use FigJam for free by Figma.

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