Google Cardboard is one of the most innovative, yet cheapest, new technologies to hit education within the past year.  Who would think that a piece of cardboard, two lenses, and a smartphone could immerse someone in a virtual environment that gives out plenty of "Ooooo...

As a science teacher, I guess I would classify myself as a bit of a nerd or geek. I have always been that person who asks a lot of questions and tries to figure things out. I was the annoying little girl who wanted to follow my dad around while he was trying to fix...

A month ago, I ran across a Facebook post that made me smile.  The post was a picture of school welcome sign with the posting, “No classes this week due to state assessments, we resume you child’s real education in two weeks.”  While the post made me laugh, it really...

Google cardboard and VR viewers have taken off in the educational space. One driving force might be the low price point of these viewers compared to the amazing but big money options like Oculus or HTV Vive. We have seen viewers advance from DIY project plans to Goog...

So you are a year into your 1:1 initiative, and ​​just having a device is ​​no longer enough to keep ​​your students motivated. The textbook was boring, while the laptop was instant engagement. When the honeymoon period with the device is over, what do you do? Kahoot i...

Whoa!"
"This is crazy!"
"I feel like I'm actually there."
"Wow! That is so cool!"
"Is this really Machu Picchu?"
"That guy has no face. It's blurred out."
"Check out the llama!"

These are just a few of the reactions that Mrs. Salyer's 6th grade social studies classes...