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TCEA 2011
Submitted by cproctor on Fri, 02/11/2011 - 10:34Here's my rundown of what was neat at TCEA 2011. I'll update it as I learn new things!
Student Blogs
I'm very excited about using blogs to create literacy communities. There's so much to say, and so little time! More coming...
Technology Guide for Substitutes
I can't log in to the computer!
At the login screen, click the box labeled "Workstation Only," and click OK.
I need to use the projector, but I'm having trouble.
Use the grey Epson remote control, which should be on my desk. If the tiny light on the projector is yellow, the projector is truly off. Push the ON button. If the tiny light is green, the projector is on, but muted. Push A/V MUTE on the control.
Turnitin.com
Why
Turnitin.com has two main benefits for the English classroom. First, and most obviously, the site is a major deterrent to plagiarism. Secondly, turnitin.com provides tools for assessing specific writing skills. You can create interactive rubrics and detailed comments that can be dropped into student papers.
You'll find more thoughts on using turnitin.com for effective writing instruction under Curriculum.
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