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Today I Found Out is a site based on the idea that you should try to learn something new every day. Via Patty Ball
KB...Konnected's insight:
Daily fun interesting facts. I didn't care for the ads though. I might use the content but not share the link with students. Unique facts to share when you have to fill a minute or two. 
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Should teachers have multiple Twitter accounts? If so, how many? Here's one illustration that might have you making a couple more accounts very soon. Via Patty Ball
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Is this a crazy idea? I have found it very effective. I usually spend a substantial amount of time the first class creating rules with the class. It starts the students thinking , bonding, and taki... Via Beth Dichter, Sue Alexander
KB...Konnected's insight:
I have found that students will reinforce the rules with each other when they have actively participated in creating them. Just have to make sure that they do it respectfully. This is a win-win for everyone.
Beth Dichter's curator insight,
August 23, 2013 9:53 PM
What happens when you ask the students to help set the rules for the year? More buy-in, ownership, asking students to think the first day, bonding of the class, responsibility...I am sure you will come up with more. Are you concerned about asking your students to do this? This infographic will provide many suggestions (a total of 27) that will walk you through the process, beginning with "The Why" and then moving to "The How." 
Sue Alexander's curator insight,
August 24, 2013 9:53 AM
Mia's infographics are amazing resources. This classroom management tool is especially useful for those new to student voice. Here you find a flow-chart of steps to make the rule setting process efficient and the outcome a set of classroom expectations created and owned by the kids.
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Five 'design your own game' sites for creative students and learners to take gaming to a deeper level by creating and designing games them self. Via Beth Dichter, Sue Alexander
Lyr Lobo's curator insight,
June 23, 2013 11:21 AM
There is a magic today with the wealth of tools that support students and their creativity. Creation and discovery is a powerful combination for learning. 
Anne-Marie Armstrong's comment,
June 23, 2013 12:24 PM
Hey Lyr, great to see your scoops. This will be helpful to have your curation on this topic. Thanks.
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Another great post by Annie Murphy Paul that provides information on why we should have students make predictions to help them become more involved in the learning process. The image above has some key points but more information is available in the post.