Educational Links 4/4/17

Say what? Gaming boosts knowledge by 25 percent

http://www.ecampusnews.com/news/gaming-boosts-knowledge/?utm_content=buffere9727&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=buffer

I taught my 5th-graders how to spot fake news. Now they won’t stop fact-checking me.

http://www.vox.com/first-person/2017/3/29/15042692/fake-news-education-election

Choosing Online Curriculum: Tips From Educators

http://www.edweek.org/ew/articles/2017/03/29/choosing-online-curriculum-tips-from-educators.html?cmp=SOC-SHR-FB

5 ways to reduce the harrowing STEM teacher shortage

http://www.eschoolnews.com/2017/03/23/stem-teacher-shortage/

Calling All Educators: What Do You Care About?

http://www.edudemic.com/edutech-quiz/

Can Educators Ignore Social Media Any Longer?

https://tomwhitby.com/2017/04/03/can-educators-ignore-social-media-any-longer/?fb_action_ids=743358622512232&fb_action_types=news.publishes

Apps for Kids on the Autism Spectrum

https://www.commonsensemedia.org/blog/apps-for-kids-on-the-autism-spectrum

Technology has the power to unlock learning for kids of all ages and stages. And sometimes exploring and learning on a device first is less intimidating than trying out new skills with real people. Check out these apps that help kids with communication, organization, and even social-awareness skills -- and watch the video to learn more about how to choose media and tech products for kids with learning differences.