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Unlocking Google Workspace: Essential Tools and Tricks for Modern Learning

Jennifer Abel @abeljennifer.bsky.social · 11d

🚀 Unlock the full potential of Google Workspace in your classroom! From smart shortcuts in Docs to accessibility features like closed captions and Lexend fonts, discover tools that enhance learning and teaching. #EdTech Read it here: jenabel.blogspot.com/2025/10/unlo...

Google Workspace has become an essential part of education, providing powerful tools that change how students learn and teachers teach. Belo...

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 13d

Some people have disabilities that are directly based on the way they understand and interpret numbers. In this post, Ricky Onsman explains some of these disabilities, who is affects and how, and what web creators can do about it.

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Making Numbers in Web Content Accessible - TPGi — a Vispero company

Numbers are a key part of web content. It makes sense, then, that when we use numbers, they must be accessible.

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Christopher Danielson @triangleman.bsky.social · 14d

Hey friends! Little tech help, please? A highly specific ask. I understand that MathType equations in a Word document can be re-rendered in LaTeX in order to export for another medium (say google docs).

But I don't have access to either Word or MathType.

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 16d

People often ask what accessibility considerations to keep in mind when creating data visualizations. For guidance and advice, check out Sarah L. Fossheim's list of 10 things to do (or not do) when designing accessible data visualizations.

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An intro to designing accessible data visualizations by Sarah L. Fossheim

10 dos and don'ts for designing accessible data visualizations, including real-life examples and resources

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 16d

A transcript is the only way to make video or audio content accessible to someone who is both deaf and blind. Transcripts can be converted into braille, to be read on a refreshable braille output device.

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Jennifer Abel @abeljennifer.bsky.social · 18d

🌀 Struggling with students forgetting math concepts? Discover how spiral review warm-ups can boost retention, reduce test anxiety, and build confidence, all in just a few minutes a day. Read more: mathsational.blogspot.com/2025/09/boosting-retention-with-spiral-review.html #iTeachMath #MTBoS

Boosting Retention with Spiral Review Warm-Ups

Greetings Educators. Do you ever feel like you’re constantly re-teaching math concepts before every test? Does it seem like your students ...

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Diffit for Writing with Evidence

Jennifer Abel @abeljennifer.bsky.social · 21d

🚀 Just watched this demo of @diffitapp.bsky.social for Writing with Evidence. It's a powerful tool that helps teachers scaffold student writing by adapting texts and prompts to every learner’s level.

Check it out: youtu.be/ZusMvtYacwg?...

#edtech #ELA

Beyond the Classroom Walls: Leveraging Community Partners for Authentic Learning

Jennifer Abel @abeljennifer.bsky.social · 25d

🚀 New on the blog: “Leveraging Community Partners for Authentic Learning.” Discover how local businesses & community members can donate time, items, or funds to turn lessons into real-world experiences. 🌟
Read more: jenabel.blogspot.com/2025/09/beyo...

As an educator, I’m constantly seeking ways to enrich my students’ learning experiences. What if I told you there’s a valuable, often untapp...

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New! Resources for Novels & Chapter Books

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@PAECT @paect.bsky.social · 26d

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Jennifer Abel @abeljennifer.bsky.social · 28d

📚 Teachers: check this out! A video from @diffitapp.bsky.social sharing resources for teaching novels & chapter books! Get ideas to boost engagement, support comprehension, & bring stories to life. Perfect for lit classes 📝 Dive in: youtu.be/djCyeHMzBok #ELA #EdTech

Jennifer Abel @abeljennifer.bsky.social · 29d

Time to play along @chartle.cc

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Jennifer Abel @abeljennifer.bsky.social · Sep 16

Woot @chartle.cc

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Jennifer Abel @abeljennifer.bsky.social · Sep 15

I'm so excited about @chartlecc.bsky.social. Check it out #MTBoS #iTeachMath

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Jennifer Abel @abeljennifer.bsky.social · Sep 14

🎧 Just finished Blackout by QCODE & Endeavor Content. This podcast is an edge-of-your-seat audio thriller! The small-town mystery, immersive sound design, and Rami Malek’s gripping performance kept me hooked from episode one. A must-listen for fans of suspenseful, cinematic storytelling

Jennifer Abel @abeljennifer.bsky.social · Sep 14

💡 New on the blog: Overcoming Math Trauma 🎓 Explore strategies to help students rebuild confidence, reduce anxiety, and rediscover joy in math. Let’s create classrooms where every learner feels safe and capable. #EduSky ➡️ mathsational.blogspot.com/2025/09/over...

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Jennifer Abel @abeljennifer.bsky.social · Sep 13

I'm attending the 2025 Make Math Moments Virtual Summit from @makemathmoments #mmmsummit2025 RT if you think others will find this helpful 🙌 summit.makemathmoments.com

2025 Make Math Moments Virtual Summit

Free high impact MATH PD from your couch! Hosted by @makemathmoments #mmmsummit2025

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Jennifer Abel @abeljennifer.bsky.social · Sep 13

Struggling with differentiation? @diffitapp.bsky.social lets you generate resources from almost anything. Instantly adapt content for any grade level and language , then export to Google Docs, PDF, and more. #EdTech #AIinEducation #TeacherTools Learn more here: drive.google.com/file/d/1bPSl...

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Library Girl @jenniferlagarde.bsky.social · Sep 10

New to Bluesky? I created this 20 Day Bluesky Challenge to help educators get the most out of this new social media platform! www.librarygirl.net/post/the-20-... 🦋 💪📚❤️ #tlsky #edusky #librarians #skybrarians #libraries

The 20 Day Bluesky Challenge!

Many moons ago, my friend and forever co-conspirator, Jeannie Timken and I created a "20 Day Twitter Challenge" for educators in our district. At the time, we knew a lot of teachers who were intereste...

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Jennifer Abel @abeljennifer.bsky.social · Sep 8

Discover how Google Arts and Culture brings global culture into your classroom! In my latest blog, I explore immersive tools like virtual tours. Let’s make learning unforgettable! #EdTech jenabel.blogspot.com/2025/09/unlo...

Unlocking the Power of Google Arts & Culture in the Classroom

As educators, we’re always looking for innovative tools that enhance our curriculum and ignite curiosity in our students. One resource that ...

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New in Diffit: New and Updated Standards!

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Jess Breur @jess-breur.bsky.social · Sep 6

These are 2 of my favorite and “old” group work activity books for older elementary - secondary students. What is your go to for K-3 students? #mtbos

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Jennifer Abel @abeljennifer.bsky.social · Sep 7

🚀 New from @diffitapp.bsky.social: updated standards for the 2025–26 school year! Now with WIDA, CTE, Foreign Languages, & more. Make lesson prep smarter, faster, & aligned to what matters most. Watch the update here 👉 youtu.be/ppqRMERoRTM
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