Google Experiments for Remote Learning - Art, Music, AR, AI, and More

 

"Since 2009, coders have created thousands of amazing experiments using Chrome, Android, AI, Web VR, AR and more. We're showcasing projects here, along with helpful tools and resources, to inspire others to create new experiments. Here are collections of experiments to explore, with new ones added every week. Have fun." (Source)

Experiments with Google is a great place to look for activities and resources to engage learners in a variety of topics and ideas. Many of these experiments connected to different content areas while others are great places to get students thinking critically.  Many are also great ways to engage students in some fun exploration or even a way to take a brain break.

Have You Seen the New TED-Ed @Home Daily?

TED-Ed has been a favorite resource in my classroom for quite a while and they recently released a daily newsletter to support remote learning at home. Know you can subscribe and receive a daily email with new video lesson plans.

To support the millions of students, parents and teachers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, TED-Ed is working with expert educators and TED speakers throughout the world to create and share high-quality, interactive, video-based lessons on a daily basis, for free.

Teaching or learning from home? - TED-Ed

Learn more about using, creating, and modifying TED-Ed Lessons here. 

If you are looking for something more to engage students in remote learning experiences, be sure to explore our Collection of Remote Learning Resources and Activities. 

Let me know if you have any questions or share your favorite TED-Ed Lesson in the comments below. 

Two New Choice Board Resources for Remote Learning @Home

Today I wanted to share two great resources from my PLN. I would put both resources in the category of a Choice Board that could be adapted for teacher professional development or student activities.

Google Resources for Remote Learning

If you've been following on social media, you've seen ten of thousands of educators and EdTech companies step up to support teachers and students during the school shutdowns. For better or for worse, I've been one of those. I know it can be a bit overwhelming and it is probably too much right now for many of us. 
I wanted to start this post by first apologizing to everyone who is being overwhelmed by all of the great sharing that is happening. I know I am part of this, but I also wanted to share what I think is some practical advice.

You don't have to change everything you believe in as a teacher and a learner to succeed as a facilitator of learning, but you do have to change something. Challenge yourself to try one new thing with your students at least once. You never know what you might learn.  

So here I go again. Apologies in advance. I will continue to be a bit selfish because I truly believe that the more you share the more your learn. Creating is part of my learning experience, and creating for just myself has too much of an empty feeling.

Using Classhook Videos to Engage Students in eLearning Experiences

Classhook is a video engagement resource that I discovered a few years ago and it is one of the first places I explore when I am looking for new videos to engage students in a concept or activity. Classhook curates short video clips from movies, television, and more for educators and students. 

"TV shows and movies often contain scenes that discuss topics such as Science, Math, Art, Music, and more. While funny and amusing, these scenes also have valid educational merit.
Such scenes not only teach students but also make learning more relevant. Students can associate a concept in class to an image they see in their everyday lives. Bringing television shows and movies to your classroom helps connect students' personal lives to the concepts they are learning in class. As a result, content retention increases, and learning becomes more fun." (Source)