Welcome to my blog and Happy 2011 to all!

I have just entered the world of blogging and am excited about learning something new. I am a teacher and am always looking for new ways to motivate students so they will be engaged and learning. I think blogging might be an answer! 

!Ignite

Just heard the news today that I will be getting the math !Ignite for my Smartboard. This is a flashdrive looking gadget that connects via USB to a computer. It has preplanned lessons on it that are aligned to state standards.  Just wondering if anyone has ever used it and what advice you can give me.
If you want more information on it click the link:
http://exchange.smarttech.com/titleDetails.html?id=x3a2db2479b444d3192bcef5491765f40
I am really excited about this new piece of technology and can't wait to start using it. It was put in the mail today, so I should have it by next week. 

                       

                            MATH 24                          



New App Launched

 I have a Math24 team heading for a regional competition on Wednesday, January 12, 2011. The team members have all downloaded the Math24 app for their iPod Touch. They practice at home, on the bus ride to and from school, and during any free time they have at school. They are really excited about this competition and hope to move on to next round .  Look for updates and wish us luck!                  
                                                
                                    TWEET! TWEET! TWEET!

                                                                              
If you want to see what is new in kitchen appliances click the CNN link on the sidebar: When Refrigerators Tweet and Ovens Text.   These are innovations that were introduced at the Consumers Electronics Show......Technology is amazing!