Global Read Aloud 2015

Have you heard of the Global Read Aloud? 

The Global Read Aloud connects teachers from around the world as they read the same book to their class. Classrooms use a technology tool to share reading experiences with others. The Global Read Aloud starts on Monday, October 5th. It lasts for approximately 6 weeks. I will be reading Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullay Hunt. I think my students will love it!

There are many ways for classrooms to globally connect with others. The official Twitter hashtag for the Global Read Aloud is #GRA15. The Twitter hashtag for Fish in a Tree is #GRAFIAT. My class Twitter hashtag is @AlbertsonsClass. If you are looking for more information, click here. I can't wait to share this amazing book with others!! 

Google Classroom

Google Classroom has been a wonderful tool that I use to reduce the amount of paper in my classroom. I especially like the different assignment options!  

Why should you consider using Google Classroom? 

• free for schools who use Google Apps for Education
• easy to use
• to create a paperless classroom
• to provide an assignment to students
• make a copy for each student
• can edit
• can view
• provide feedback
• to post an announcement
• to ask a question
• it integrates with Google Drive
• a quick way to see who has handed in work
• to post a problem of the week/day
• to provide directions for assignments/projects

My school has BYOD and about half of my students bring a device to school on a regular basis. One tip is to be sure students have the Google Apps installed on their device.