Ideaphora Insights

Creating Connections = Meaningful Learning

Posted on Jan 12, 2017 4:15:09 PM

You know the saying “I’ve got too many irons in the fire”? Well, I have my own personal twist on that saying - ”There are fires everywhere, and I’ve got irons in every one of them!”  

Being a professional in the field of educational technology, those fires might look like helping other teachers use technology, working with an administrator, negotiating with a vendor, or even working with a family member who knows you can help sync his/her latest device. 

One thing we can all agree on in this busy edtech world is that we like resources for integrating technology that engage students, cover standards, promote higher-level thinking, and are (at least close to) effortless to implement. Ideaphora’s web-based concept mapping platform is one of those resources.

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Primaries, Debates, Judges, Oh My!

Posted on Feb 25, 2016 4:40:56 PM
The 2016 presidential race has been filled with controversy and heated debates, and shone a spotlight on the divisive issues our country faces, including race, religion, poverty, terrorism, immigration, and gun violence. It has also been marked with rare political events, like filling a Supreme Court vacancy in an election year. All of the drama and action is sure to pique the interest of students, particularly with the growing role that social media plays in elections, offering educators an opportunity to impart lessons in government, civics, social studies and more. 
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