In the last few months, Google has doubled down on its approach to mobile devices, releasing stand alone apps for Drive, Docs, Sheets, and now Slides. Sheets is one of my favorite Google apps, so I was excited to give the app a try. First of all, the app, when opened, will show you all of your spreadsheets in a most recent list.  This is really helpful, since you don’t need to pour over tons of documents to see your spreadsheets. However, there are no folders in this view. On each sheet, there is a three line more options menu, where you can rename, share, and view additional details. When creating, I found some differences, based on the device. My nexus 7 tablet allowed me to create an Excel file, as well as a Google Spreadsheet.  That feature was missing on my Samsung Galaxy S3 (shown in the video). In a spreadsheet file, the view is minimalist, but most features are there. You can insert formulas. You can format cells. You can share and edit the background details.  Two key missing features, however, include extrapolation (copying down a formula) and sorting. Hopefully, they’ll add these soon. All in all, this is a decent, lightweight spreadsheet app with online integration and accessibility on iOS and Android.  Google has a track record of improving things over time, so I don’t doubt we’ll see some of those limitations absolved over time! Now, enjoy the demo! Post written by TechEducator Podcast Co-host Josh Gauthier    Description:Create, edit, and collaborate with others on spreadsheets from your iPod, iPhone, or iPad with the free Google Sheets app. With Google Sheets you can: * Create new spreadsheets or edit any that were created on the web or on another device * Share spreadsheets and work together with others in the same spreadsheet at the same time * Open, edit, and save Microsoft Excel files * Get stuff done anytime -- even without an internet connection * Format cells, enter/sort data, view charts, insert formulas, use find/replace, and more * Never worry about losing your work -- everything is automatically saved as you type * Protect your spreadsheets with a 4-digit passcodeShow Full Description & Screenshots  Release Notes:* Bug fixes and performance improvements    App Details:  iPhone Screenshots:  iPad Screenshots:  Free! - View in App Store   by 3779 users    Free!    The post Screencast: Learn how to use the Google Sheets app on your iPad or Android Tablet appeared first on TeacherCast.net: Educational Blogs, Podcasts, App Reviews and more. Create, edit, and collaborate with others on spreadsheets from your iPod, iPhone, or iPad with the free Google Sheets app. With Google Sheets you can: * Create new spreadsheets or edit any that were created on the web or on another device * Share spreadsheets and work together with others in the same spreadsheet at the same time * Open, edit, and save Microsoft Excel files * Get stuff done anytime -- even without an internet connection * Format cells, enter/sort data, view charts, insert formulas, use find/replace, and more * Never worry about losing your work -- everything is automatically saved as you type * Protect your spreadsheets with a 4-digit passcode… Read more

The Tech Educator Podcast is a weekly round table discussion about current topics in educational technology.  For more information, please visit www.techeducatorpodcast.com. Many great ways to participate in the TechEducator Podcast. TechEducatorPodcast.com Follow us Live on Video: http://www.TeacherCast.tv Leave a Voice Mail: http://www.TeacherCast.net/voicemail Email: feedback@Teachercast.net Twitter: @TechEdShow (http://www.twitter.com/techedshow) Hashtag: #TechEducator Hosts: Jeff Bradbury - TeacherCast.net - @TeacherCast Jeff Herb - InstructionalTechTalk.com - @InstTechTalk Sam Patterson - MyPaperlessClassroom.com - @SamPatue Chris Nesi - Education the Nesi Way - @MrNesi David Saunders @DesignSaunders Josh Gauthier @mrgfactoftheday Guests: Show Information Herb Talking Desktop Evernote Using parallels to run windows Demo acocunt, and a sound of music reference Set up notebooks in advance Use checkboxes in Evernote to track your class agenda Skitch and it’s uses to help people Jeff Takes on mobile Evernote Device agnostic iphone recording his lessons Sam IFTTT Scansnap connects with Evernote Josh Clearly chrome plug in Please join the TechEducator Podcast LIVE every Sunday night at 7:00 P.M. EST on http://www.TeacherCast.tv Please contact TeacherCast with any Questions or to become a guest on the show Host: Jeff Bradbury @TeacherCast Email: info@teachercast.net Voice Mail: http://www.TeacherCast.net/voicemail YouTube: http://www.TeacherCast.net/YouTube iTunes: http://www.TeacherCast.net/iTunes Watch LIVE: http://www.TeacherCast.tv | Broadcasting Schedule (http://www.teachercast.net/showcal) TeacherCast Broadcasting Community: http://www.TeacherCast.net/broadcastingcommunity Interested in starting your own podcast? Check out our Educators Guide to Podcasting today! | Video | Slideshare Presentation Hire TeacherCast to Speak or Broadcast at your conference Jeff Bradbury (@TeacherCast) is available as a Keynote Speaker, Presenter, or to Broadcast your conference LIVE!  Contact Jeff Today! Check out more TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network Shows TeacherCast Podcast (http://www.teachercast.net/education/teachercast-broadcasting/) TeacherCast App Spotlight (http://www.teachercast.net/education/teachercast-broadcasting/the-teachercast-app-spotlight/) The TechEducator Podcast (http://www.techeducatorpodcast.com) The post Podcast: The Ultimate Educators Guide to #Evernote! | #TechEducator 67 appeared first on TeacherCast.net: Educational Blogs, Podcasts, App Reviews and more. … Read more

Have you ever wondered what Evernote is all about? in this video excerpt from the TechEducator Podcast, we show you why Evernote is the single most important app that you can have as a human being! http://www.TeacherCast.net | TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network Video recorded by Jeff Bradbury: @TeacherCast For more information about having TeacherCast broadcast at your event, please visit www.TeacherCast.net and follow @TeacherCast Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel today! The post Video: Why should educators use @Evernote? appeared first on TeacherCast.net: Educational Blogs, Podcasts, App Reviews and more. … Read more

Learn how to use the Evernote Web Clipper to save Files, Websites, PDFs, and more to your Evernote account. This video excerpt is from a recent TechEducator Podcast. For more information, please visit http://www.TechEducatorPodcast.com http://www.TeacherCast.net | TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network Video recorded by Jeff Bradbury: @TeacherCast For more information about having TeacherCast broadcast at your event, please visit www.TeacherCast.net and follow @TeacherCast Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel today! The post Video: Save time while planning your lessons while using @Evernote Web Clipper appeared first on TeacherCast.net: Educational Blogs, Podcasts, App Reviews and more. … Read more

If you are one with your ear to ground, I’m sure you have a pulse already on what is transforming instruction in education. As a classroom teacher, I thought I did too. But since changing my job to Instructional Technology, I have had the opportunity to work with educators in varying districts.  I have also had the opportunity to expand my understanding by attending more tech conferences. These new experiences have given me a better outlook on what edtech trends are truly shaping education, whereas my prior knowledge mainly came from Twitter. I’m almost hesitant to use the word "trend" in this post, because that usually implies something that comes and goes like the latest one-hit-wonder on the radio. But I don’t know what else to call it. They are happening right now, but I guess we can’t say they are here to stay without some long-term proof (I’m looking at you, electronic classroom clickers). But there are some trends that have certainly made some noise in the last few years, and I predict will only continue to change the classroom instructional landscape. So even though these may not be the most cutting edge, teachers who have not caught on need to be made aware that these trends are not fading any time soon, and resistance is futile. 1. Flipped/Blended Learning I know, Flipped Learning is nothing really "new" in education. Jon Bergmann and Aaron Sams got the fire going in 2007, but now I’m starting to see more implementation of it in 2014. More than ever teachers are asking about it, and wanting to know how to adapt to their classroom.  This is a method that incorporates technology in order to really change the format and instruction inside the classroom. Want to know more? Go here. Wan to learn how to start doing it? Go here. Which leads me to the next trend on the list… 2. LMS The use of an LMS (or Learning Management System) was first used for pure online distance learning. It was central hub where students could go to access class content 24/7. A place where they could build a community of learning by sharing resources and ideas. Those LMS’s where usually a little cumbersome and difficult to navigate. Now, more and more teachers are adopting MUCH easier LMS’s such as Edmodo  Schoology  and even Google Classroom.  Students have busy lives and sometimes have to miss school. And I don’t know a teacher that enjoys getting the "What did I miss?" question every class period. Teachers are starting to see the real impact of being able to put their content online. For some, that’s the gateway to using the built discussion forums, assessment tools, and badging. Gradually, the teacher creates an instructional environment that looks more "blended" than traditional. 3. Wireless Projecting The concept of a school going 1:1 is still slowly spreading to districts all over. But something that just started to form in the last few years is the ability to wirelessly project. If you have an Apple device, this is called AirPlay. If you have a Chromebook or Android device, this is called Chromecasting. To learn how to do this click HERE (Apple Devices) or HERE  Chromebooks). Why is this instructionally changing? Teachers are now taking themselves away from the front of the classroom and allowing the content to take center stage. This allows more emphasis to be put on the learning, not the "do as I say" traditional way of instructing. 4. Augmented Reality This seems like something in the distant future, but there are teachers incorporating this right now - teachers like Jason Rude (@PyroRude). You know all of those posters that you have hanging around your room? Some might be informational, some might be there to make the room not so dull. But now imagine those posters, pictures, signs, etc. are interactive. With AR (augmented reality) programs such as Layar  teachers can take those 2D objects and make them much more interactive than QR codes (a trend that will eventually fade due to AR). Imagine students opening their Layer app and being able to do THIS  with those boring posters. Your classroom is now an immersive interactive space that students can utilize more for content specific activities. 5. Google Apps Google Apps have been around for handful of years, but look how far they have come. They truly changed the landscape of instruction in a classroom. I still remember where I was when I first saw that I could type on the same document as someone else in real time. AND IT SAVES AS YOU TYPE!? I’m pretty sure I fainted…but I don’t remember.  Google Docs truly brought new meaning to "collaborative writing." Then Google Sheets, Slides, Drive, etc. Soon after the mobile world wanted them, and they got them. You want to collaborate on a Google Doc on your iPad and leave comments within the doc? Yeah, you can do that. You name the Google app of your choice, and teachers have been using it in their classrooms. But this is something that I am STILL seeing grow with teachers. Every month, more and more schools adopt Google as their school domain. This has forever changed the distribution, collection, assessment, collaboration and feedback of student learning…and will only continue to do so in the future. There you have it, the five edtech trends that are changing instruction for the long term. Did I leave out any? What are your thoughts? Leave them in the comments below. Jarod Bormann EdTech Rocks! The post Guest Post: Top 5 EdTech Trends Changing Education for the Long-Term by @Jbormann3 appeared first on TeacherCast.net: Educational Blogs, Podcasts, App Reviews and more. … Read more

In this video excerpt from the TechEducator Podcast, we show you how to scan in your documents using the new Scansnap Document Scanner into Evernote. For more information on our show, please visit http://www.TechEducatorPodcast.com http://www.TeacherCast.net | TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network Video recorded by Jeff Bradbury: @TeacherCast For more information about having TeacherCast broadcast at your event, please visit www.TeacherCast.net and follow @TeacherCast Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel today! The post Video: Learn why the @ScanSnap @Evernote scanner is right for your classroom appeared first on TeacherCast.net: Educational Blogs, Podcasts, App Reviews and more. … Read more

In this video excerpt from the TechEducator Podcast we demonstrate how Evernote can be used on your mobile devices such as your iPad or Android Tablets. For more information: http://www.TechEducatorPodcast.com http://www.TeacherCast.net | TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network Video recorded by Jeff Bradbury: @TeacherCast For more information about having TeacherCast broadcast at your event, please visit www.TeacherCast.net and follow @TeacherCast Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel today! The post Video: How do I use @Evernote on my iPad in my class? appeared first on TeacherCast.net: Educational Blogs, Podcasts, App Reviews and more. … Read more

What happens if you want to connect your If This Then That account with your Evernote account? In this video excerpt from the TechEducator Podcast, we show you our favorite IFTTT recepies! http://www.TeacherCast.net | TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network Video recorded by Jeff Bradbury: @TeacherCast For more information about having TeacherCast broadcast at your event, please visit www.TeacherCast.net and follow @TeacherCast Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel today! The post Video: Connecting "If This Then That" to your @Evernote Account appeared first on TeacherCast.net: Educational Blogs, Podcasts, App Reviews and more. … Read more

Do you have business cards you wish to keep and add to your LinkedIn contacts? In this video excerpt of the TechEducator Podcast we show you how to use Evernote on your iPhone to capture your cards quickly and have them sync with your contacts. For more information, please visit http://www.TechEducatorPodcast.com http://www.TeacherCast.net | TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network Video recorded by Jeff Bradbury: @TeacherCast For more information about having TeacherCast broadcast at your event, please visit www.TeacherCast.net and follow @TeacherCast Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel today! The post Video: How can you save time by scanning business cards into @Evernote? appeared first on TeacherCast.net: Educational Blogs, Podcasts, App Reviews and more. … Read more

Have you ever wanted to save a good looking copy of a website to your evernote account? Using the Google Chrome Extension CLEARLY, you can strip the ads off of any blog post and save them for your future enjoyment. This is a video excerpt from the TechEducator Podcast. http://www.TeacherCast.net | TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network Video recorded by Jeff Bradbury: @TeacherCast For more information about having TeacherCast broadcast at your event, please visit www.TeacherCast.net and follow @TeacherCast Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel today! The post Video: Save Websites using Google Chrome Extension "Clearly" and Evernote appeared first on TeacherCast.net: Educational Blogs, Podcasts, App Reviews and more. … Read more