Edtech Throwdown
Episode 199: Edtech Smorgasboard: 8 Cool Websites for Teachers
Welcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is Episode 199 called Edtech Smorgasboard: 8 Cool Websites for Teachers. In this episode, we have collected a grab-bag of intriguing websites for educators of all kinds. Will one of these be your next digital rabbit hole? Probably! But there is only one way to find out though, listen in now. This is another episode you don’t want to miss, check it out.
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Kiddo worksheet
- The term refers to educational printables designed for children, helping younger students practice basic skills like letters and numbers, and older kids with subjects like math and science. These online resources often offer free, customizable templates for parents and teachers to quickly create engaging learning materials.
Radio.garden
- Travel around the world AND through time, listening to various radio station recordings. Super fascinating and could be used in a variety of history, geography, sociology projects.
- Tv.gardenis a free streaming platform that grants users access to thousands of live television channels from across the globe without requiring a subscription. You can browse streams by country or content category, making it a great tool for watching international news, sports, and entertainment.
NASA’s Solar System Treks
- Virtual reality treks using real time data returned from nasa’s fleet of spacecraft. You can Trek in the browser on a computer OR scan a QR and use virtual reality and your phone. Choose a trek, scan a qr code, and explore right on your phone.
- Drivelisten.comis a popular web app that offers a unique virtual travel experience, allowing users to take a simulated drive, walk, or cycle through major cities worldwide. While cruising the streets, you can listen to a synchronized stream of the city's actual local radio stations, with the option to turn on road noise for a fully immersive feel.
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