The Archive
324 posts, all the way back.
The complete record, year by year.
2026
5 posts2025
5 posts- AI and Media Literacy LessonsNov 4, 2025
- Sparking Curiosity with Google Vids: Using Masks to Create MysteryOct 1, 2025
- Pedagogical Deep Dive: Teaching the Neurochemical Link Between Epilepsy and Alcohol WithdrawalSep 30, 2025
- From Flame Tests to Lasers: Extending Inquiry in Atomic StructureSep 24, 2025
- Pseudoservice and the Shift Toward Real ImpactSep 22, 2025
2024
8 posts- Explore New Experimental Lessons, Resources, and Artifacts Page!Oct 2, 2024
- Exploring Robotics as a Model for the Human Nervous SystemSep 25, 2024
- Using a Simple Memory Game to Teach Functional Groups in BiochemistrySep 4, 2024
- Rethinking Homework: A New Approach to Engagement in my Biochemistry and Neuroscience ClassesAug 28, 2024
- Neuroscience ElectiveAug 22, 2024
- Simulating Parkinson's: Using Electronics to Build EmpathyMar 13, 2024
- Exploring Fentanyl's Risks: Using Chemistry to Imitate the Brain's Protective LayerFeb 7, 2024
- Empowering the Visually Impaired: Innovations with Arduino Uno in Assistive TechnologyJan 9, 2024
2023
17 posts- Robotics for Social Good: 'Bomb Squad' SimulationDec 11, 2023
- Design for Social Good CurriculumJul 11, 2023
- Simplifying Project Instructions Using Speaker NotesMay 24, 2023
- Merging Biology and Physics: Optics of a Cow Eye LensMay 15, 2023
- 10 AI Classroom ApplicationsMay 3, 2023
- Protein Folding in Science Education: A Perfect Crosscutting ConceptMay 2, 2023
- ChatGPT mRNA Translation ProgramApr 25, 2023
- Merging Bio and Chem: Lungs and Gas LawsApr 24, 2023
- Fast AI Game Design Using ChatGPT and p5.jsApr 18, 2023
- Video Analysis Using PadletApr 17, 2023
- Modeling Science Using ChatGPT and p5.jsApr 8, 2023
- Sonoma State University Faculty Spotlight!Feb 21, 2023
- Assistive Technology Projects Featured!Jan 23, 2023
- Robot Olympic: A Simplified Robotics Experience for New LearnersJan 18, 2023
- Facial Reconstruction Simulation using Fusion360 and BlenderJan 6, 2023
- Microscope Phone Adaptors: A Cross-Disciplinary ProjectJan 6, 2023
- New and Improved Assistive Technology Controller ProjectJan 6, 2023
2022
4 posts2021
16 posts- Hacking the Google Doc HeaderAug 12, 2021
- My First Commencement Address!Jun 16, 2021
- 50 Things I Learned About Teaching During COVID Teaching (under construction)Mar 25, 2021
- Assistive Technology Engineering Design CycleMar 23, 2021
- Friday 5: Reflections on Teaching This WeekMar 14, 2021
- Using 'What If' Videos to Empower Thought Experiments During Distance LearningMar 11, 2021
- #IPDX21 Presentation LinksMar 9, 2021
- Friday 5: Reflections on Teaching This WeekMar 5, 2021
- Kiwi Crate Saves the Day!Feb 18, 2021
- Friday 5: Reflections on Teaching This WeekFeb 12, 2021
- My Camera DilemmaFeb 11, 2021
- Feynman and Delayed Direct InstructionFeb 8, 2021
- Zoom After Distance LearningFeb 4, 2021
- Padlet Post #3: Engineering Design CycleFeb 3, 2021
- Padlet #2 Post: Time-lapse Videos of Student LabsFeb 2, 2021
- Padlet Post #1: A Dynamic Formative Assessment DropboxFeb 1, 2021
2020
77 posts- My Entire Distance Learning Curriculum Resources for the Fall SemesterDec 10, 2020
- IncompetencyDec 4, 2020
- School 180 Podcast: Pretend It's the 80'sOct 20, 2020
- New Book Snippet! (Teaching During the Time of COVID)Oct 9, 2020
- Current Thoughts on Distance Learning Science EngagementOct 7, 2020
- 5E Inquiry Cycle Example (Distance Learning Version)Oct 2, 2020
- More Distance Learning Hands-On ExperimentingSep 29, 2020
- Distance Learning Science Labs (Baby Steps...)Sep 24, 2020
- Distance Learning Tools (Refined List)Sep 21, 2020
- Distance Learning Lesson Planning Checklist (Catalyzed by Back to School Night reflection)Sep 18, 2020
- Linking to Specific Spots in Google Docs From an External SiteSep 16, 2020
- Thankful for My Flipped Classroom PastSep 11, 2020
- NEW: Distance Learning Resource PageSep 9, 2020
- Distance Learning Robotics is Possible! (Edison is King)Sep 5, 2020
- Blooms Taxonomy 'Walkaround' model revisitedSep 2, 2020
- Revised Distance Learning StructureAug 21, 2020
- Spark Learning Masterclass: Part III RecordingAug 19, 2020
- Simplifying Online Instruction DocumentationAug 11, 2020
- Spark Learning Masterclass: Part II RecordingAug 4, 2020
- Spark Learning Masterclass: Part I RecordingJul 23, 2020
- Sparking Curiosity ToolkiJul 17, 2020
- Free 'Spark Learning' Masterclass!Jul 7, 2020
- Booms Taxonomy 'Walk Around' Inquiry ModelJun 30, 2020
- Simple Metacognitive Assessment Hack During Distance LearningJun 27, 2020
- Daily Online Teaching Cycle ModelJun 17, 2020
- Online Teaching Reflection: Day 36 (Final Post)May 28, 2020
- Online Final Exam ReviewMay 26, 2020
- Tech Mashups ExamplesMay 22, 2020
- ThingLink as Cognitive AnchorMay 19, 2020
- 3D Printing ChallengeMay 18, 2020
- Medical Case StudiesMay 15, 2020
- CAD Design ChallengeMay 14, 2020
- SAMR vs. TPACKMay 13, 2020
- Extension Phase of Inquiry-Cycle ExplainedMay 11, 2020
- Online Teaching Reflection: Day 26May 8, 2020
- CAD and COVID-19May 7, 2020
- Assessment and Online TeachingMay 6, 2020
- Teaching for CuriosityMay 5, 2020
- 5 Reasons Why Online Teaching was Crummy for Me Last WeekMay 4, 2020
- Rube Goldberg ExamplesMay 1, 2020
- Rube Goldberg ExamplesApr 30, 2020
- FAVOR: I need your helping rating and providing feedback for student COVID-19 Hackathon Proposals.Apr 28, 2020
- Online Teaching ToolsApr 28, 2020
- Rube Golberg COVID-19 ChallengeApr 27, 2020
- Inquiry Learning and Online TeachingApr 24, 2020
- PadletApr 23, 2020
- Online Teaching in an Engineering ClassApr 22, 2020
- Student Feedback During COVID-19 PandemicApr 21, 2020
- Student Advice to TeachersApr 20, 2020
- Google Forms and Word CloudsApr 17, 2020
- Online Teaching ReflectionsApr 16, 2020
- Online Teaching ReflectionsApr 15, 2020
- Online Teaching ReflectionsApr 14, 2020
- Online Teaching ReflectionsApr 13, 2020
- Reflecting on online teaching methods during COVID-10 Pandemic.Apr 10, 2020
- Online Teaching ReflectionsApr 9, 2020
- Online Teaching ReflectionsApr 8, 2020
- Online Teaching ReflectionsApr 7, 2020
- Online Teaching ReflectionApr 6, 2020
- Online Teaching ReflectionsApr 3, 2020
- Online Teaching ReflectionsApr 2, 2020
- Online Teaching Reflections.Apr 1, 2020
- Online Teaching ReflectionsMar 31, 2020
- Online Teaching ReflectionsMar 30, 2020
- Online Teaching ReflectionsMar 29, 2020
- Online Teaching ReflectionsMar 28, 2020
- Online Teaching Reflections. Ed Tech Tools.Mar 27, 2020
- Online Teaching ReflectionsMar 26, 2020
- Online Teaching Reflections. Ed Tech ToolsMar 25, 2020
- Online Teaching Reflections. Ed Tech ToolsMar 24, 2020
- Online Teaching Reflections. Ed Tech ToolsMar 23, 2020
- Online Teaching ReflectionMar 22, 2020
- The Infinite Thinking MachineFeb 29, 2020
- 5E / Hero's Journey Example: Stoichiometry (Reactions as Recipes)Jan 27, 2020
- 5E / Hero's Journey Example: Simple CircuitsJan 23, 2020
- Empowering Fine Motor Control Using 'Drawdio'.Jan 22, 2020
- Spark Learning to Unlock and Harness the Power of Student CuriosityJan 7, 2020
2019
20 posts- Activity Notebook TemplateDec 9, 2019
- S I M P L I F Y I N G: New Class Website ApproachDec 3, 2019
- 3 Things I'm Proud of This Week: Explosive Disposal. A Few Good MenNov 18, 2019
- This is Your Brain on Curiosity (via TEDxUCDavisSalon)Nov 11, 2019
- Johnston Institute Workshop Slides (Sparking Curiosity: A Lasallian First Approach to Instructional Design)Oct 10, 2019
- 5E/Hero's Journey Cycle Example: From Density to DiningSep 16, 2019
- Student Portfolios Using Google SheetsSep 10, 2019
- Google Slides for 'Lab Reports' (update)Aug 26, 2019
- The never-ending quest for a simplified SBG systemAug 19, 2019
- Surprise Sub Lesson: Generic Legos & Google DocsJul 10, 2019
- Post 1982 Penny Battery: Experiment in Withholding InformationMar 5, 2019
- 5E Lesson Strategy: Making the 'Explain' Phase Fun With Lower Blooms Hoops!Feb 28, 2019
- 5E Lesson Example: Cellular Respiration w/Crosscutting NGSS Integration.Feb 16, 2019
- What is Robotics? A Curricular ChallengeFeb 4, 2019
- Syllabus Creation, Or Lack ThereofJan 28, 2019
- Sparking Curiosity in the Humanities: Data VisualizationJan 24, 2019
- Student Generated Honor Codes and 'GP'Jan 16, 2019
- Revised 5E-Hero's Journey Lesson Planning TemplateJan 11, 2019
- My Winter Break Top 10!Jan 7, 2019
- 10 Rules for New Teachers: S**T I Wish Somebody Told MeJan 2, 2019
2018
59 posts- New Grading Experiment: Student Tracking for Enhanced MetacognitionDec 29, 2018
- Google Slides Lab Report: A Simple, Tangible, Reasonable SolutionDec 28, 2018
- Best Student Email EVER!Dec 23, 2018
- A Simple and POWERFUL Chemistry ManipulativeDec 17, 2018
- Crowdsourcing Innovation in Cancer Treatment vs Phases of MitosisDec 10, 2018
- Hacking the Sub Lesson: Videos IN Google Forms.Dec 5, 2018
- 10 New Teaching Ideas That Surface Over Thanksgiving Break!Nov 26, 2018
- 5 Levels of Difficulty Videos: Alternative Assessment InspirationNov 16, 2018
- Editing Videos for Involuntary Curiosity: 3 Chemistry ExamplesNov 14, 2018
- The Pedagogy of UrgencyNov 5, 2018
- Google Science Fair as my Biology Final ExamOct 29, 2018
- Templates! Templates! Templates!Oct 4, 2018
- Link External Page to a Specific Google Doc SectionOct 4, 2018
- 5 Ways to Embed Coding & Electronics into Your Science CurriculumOct 1, 2018
- Google Expeditions. Chrome Music. Student EdCampsSep 27, 2018
- How to 'ClassSource” a Simple, Meaningful, and USEFUL Review DocumentSep 24, 2018
- Email Templates. Curiosity. Modeling EvolutionSep 6, 2018
- Hacking Homework. Coding a Calculator. The Mudwatt!Aug 30, 2018
- 8 Awesome Inquiry Lesson Cycles!Aug 27, 2018
- New, SIMPLIFIED, Student Portfolio System (or 'feeling the fear of not being 'innovative' enough this year')Aug 21, 2018
- 5th Grader Designed My AP Chemistry Lesson!Aug 6, 2018
- Microbits. The War of Art. Video FeedbackAug 2, 2018
- Arduino Camp Day 2: Microbit InventionsJul 31, 2018
- Arduino Camp Day 1: The MicrobitJul 30, 2018
- The Google Form Feature I’ve Waited YEARS For!Jul 30, 2018
- Showlio. Lego Wedo. BasecampJul 26, 2018
- Soccer & STEM Camp Day 1: GearingJul 24, 2018
- Soccer & STEM Camp Day 2: DragBotsJul 24, 2018
- Secret to Fixing BAD Classroom Presentations!Jul 23, 2018
- John Sweller on Motivation (Founder of Cognitive Load Theory)Jul 20, 2018
- 5 Levels, QFT, Student EdCampsJul 19, 2018
- 5 Meaningful Ways to Leverage the 'MakeyMakey' in Your TeachingJul 16, 2018
- Introducing 3-Bullet ThursdaysJul 12, 2018
- 3 Ways to Simplify, Streamline, and Empower Your Lesson DesignJul 9, 2018
- Invention Camp Day 4: mBot Joysticks and Footpad ControllersJun 28, 2018
- Invention Camp day 3: mBot Controller FabricationJun 27, 2018
- Invention Camp Day 2: Lego Walk Showcase and mBot SoccerJun 26, 2018
- Invention Camp Day 1: LEGO WalkersJun 25, 2018
- Lego Robotics Day 5: Sumo Championship!Jun 22, 2018
- Lego Robotics Day 4: King of the Hill CompetitionJun 21, 2018
- Lego Robotics Day 3: Gearing Down!Jun 20, 2018
- Lego Robotics Camp Day 2: Drag Racing RobotsJun 19, 2018
- Lego Robotics Camp Day 1: Gearing Up!Jun 18, 2018
- Flipped Learning: From Early Adoption to Critical RevisionMay 18, 2018
- Structure for Authentic Reading in My Biology Class.May 17, 2018
- 'Spark Learning' 10 Copy Mother's Day Giveaway!May 13, 2018
- Online Courses Growing!Mar 12, 2018
- Mass Group Google Doc Editing During ClassFeb 6, 2018
- Robotics Showcase 2017! (Why taking risks is legit)Jan 28, 2018
- Building Our Own Equipment: When Chemistry and 'Making' Collide!Jan 24, 2018
- The Life-Saving Benefits of Being Curious! (warning: serious TMI).Jan 17, 2018
- Making the Most Out of the Most LEGIT Google Doc FeatureJan 13, 2018
- I Want to Do More Action Research...Jan 6, 2018
- 5 Videos That Remind Me of the Teacher I Want to BeJan 5, 2018
- Team Ellipse Launches this Saturday! (Sonoma Academy's FRC Rookie Robotics Team)Jan 4, 2018
- Google, Document, Curation, Creation, TextbookJan 3, 2018
- Inquiry, Biology, DiagnosisJan 2, 2018
- Chemistry, Chem, Demos, NGSS, APJan 1, 2018
- Google, Document, Template, URLJan 1, 2018
2017
15 posts- Movies, Clips, Curiosity, Spark, VideosDec 31, 2017
- Public Products, PBLDec 30, 2017
- Curiosity, Technology, ChemistryDec 29, 2017
- Student Curated Study Guides via G. Form File SubmissionSep 25, 2017
- Comprehensive 'STEM' (DIY Titration Drop Counter)Sep 4, 2017
- Eight Books That Made MeAug 30, 2017
- 5 Simple Changes for This School YearAug 23, 2017
- Invention Camp WalkthroughAug 2, 2017
- Show Your Work!Aug 1, 2017
- DIY Arduino Leonardo MakeyMakeyJul 30, 2017
- Questions...Jul 29, 2017
- Revised Hero's Journey/5E Overlap DiagramJul 1, 2017
- Phase 3 = An Obligation to Share! (...and other forms of ignoring the Imposter Complex)Jun 26, 2017
- EdTech Team Hangout on Blended LearningFeb 15, 2017
- Assistive Technology Course Using Arduino & MakeyMakey: From Design to DeliveryJan 20, 2017
2016
12 posts- Authentic Audiences: Moving Beyond the Blog PostOct 23, 2016
- Structured Space: littleBits-NXT Smash & the Robot Flamethrower.Oct 8, 2016
- The Students Are WatchingSep 20, 2016
- Human-Centered Design and the 'MakeyMakey'Sep 17, 2016
- Sharing Written Work Through 'Snapshots'Sep 17, 2016
- Keynote Presentation & Online CoursesSep 13, 2016
- Sparking Curiosity Tool KitSep 10, 2016
- Assistive Technology with MakeyMakeyJul 28, 2016
- Sparking Curiosity Using 'Vibby'Jun 15, 2016
- TEDxYouth@SHC 2016Apr 14, 2016
- My Two Current EdTech ObsessionsApr 2, 2016
- littleBits InterviewMar 30, 2016
2015
15 posts- The Homework Debate: One Teacher's PerspectiveOct 11, 2015
- Student BloggingSep 8, 2015
- 'Hero's Journey' Learning Cycle Template (2015-2016 School Year)Jul 1, 2015
- Explosive Science Camp: Day 3Jun 16, 2015
- Learning Cycle ChecklistJun 16, 2015
- Explosive Science Camp: Day 2Jun 15, 2015
- Explosive Science Camp: Day 1Jun 14, 2015
- Sketchnote of recent presentationJun 12, 2015
- Hacking the GradeBook CommentJun 7, 2015
- This Year's Tech Tool BoxMay 19, 2015
- Inquiry Learning and the Hero's JourneyMay 16, 2015
- Sparking & Organizing Curiosity: An EdTech Mission StatementApr 16, 2015
- Next Year ChangesMar 23, 2015
- Open Letter to My Students on GradingMar 22, 2015
- ChemEd 2105 Speaker/Facilitator SubmissionsMar 4, 2015
2014
10 posts- My EDU PlaylistOct 17, 2014
- Curiosity SketchNotesAug 16, 2014
- My Three ProjectsJul 5, 2014
- #Caedchat on Curiosity!Jun 22, 2014
- MakeyMakey Titration Drop Counter HackMay 22, 2014
- 'Craigslist Joe': Powerfully Invisible TechnologyMay 13, 2014
- Direct Measurement of Curiosity using the Mindwave MobileMay 9, 2014
- Leveraging iPhoto for Review/Problem-Solving SessionsApr 18, 2014
- DFW on InquiryApr 17, 2014
- 'Idea Dump': Quickly Curate & Share CreativityJan 27, 2014
2013
17 posts- Using OneTab to Facilitate Google Drive Portfolio AssessmentNov 12, 2013
- Video in Google Forms!Sep 9, 2013
- Using G.Drive App to Facilitate Student 'Think-Alouds'Sep 2, 2013
- Hack #1: Apple TV/iPHone/Doc CamAug 29, 2013
- AP Chemistry Syllabus (2013-2014)Aug 14, 2013
- Jay Silver Interview: Pedagogy of Makey Makey VideoAug 12, 2013
- Involuntary Curiosity Sparks (Loewenstein, 94)Jul 27, 2013
- Bedley Bros. Episode #19Jul 26, 2013
- Cultivating Involuntary CuriosityJul 21, 2013
- STEM Camp 2013Jul 15, 2013
- Spontaneous Blogger Posts via Text & EmailJul 13, 2013
- EduNationCast Episode #47: Explore-Flip-ApplyJun 23, 2013
- TED Talks Education (Full Length Talk)May 9, 2013
- 5-in-5: Attempt at an MC HackMar 26, 2013
- Lower Blooms BasketballFeb 21, 2013
- Word CloudsFeb 13, 2013
- A Pedagogy-First Approach to the Flipped ClassroomJan 5, 2013
2012
33 posts- Online Review Session SystemDec 18, 2012
- Student Final Review VideosDec 15, 2012
- Email Directly to Google Doc Using ifttDec 12, 2012
- Explore-Flip-Apply in One PeriodNov 29, 2012
- Explore-Apply over Break: Paperless Turn-InNov 28, 2012
- ITM HackED on Flip MiscocneptionsNov 15, 2012
- Inquiry Videos & Full-Screen YouTube HackOct 30, 2012
- Tailored Feedback w/ G. Forms 'Branching' & 'FormEmailer' ScriptOct 17, 2012
- Google Snapshot JigsawOct 1, 2012
- Blended Learning Cycles by Paul AndersSep 24, 2012
- Harnessing the Power of Edit ConfirmationAug 30, 2012
- Techsmith VideoAug 21, 2012
- Video as an Instructional DeviceAug 21, 2012
- SBG and EvernoteJul 26, 2012
- ISTE Panel DiscussionJul 21, 2012
- Self-Grading Google FormJul 10, 2012
- Action Research Video Clip (Explore-Flip-Apply)Jun 23, 2012
- How fast am I walking (First Display Recorder attempt)Jun 19, 2012
- First Annual SHC STEM CampJun 18, 2012
- Something that's been on my mind...Jun 18, 2012
- Explore-Flip-Apply Theoretical FrameworkApr 23, 2012
- Relay Races!Apr 20, 2012
- Whiteboard DesktopsApr 20, 2012
- Sub VideosApr 11, 2012
- Infinite Thinking Machine (ITM)Apr 2, 2012
- Poolside CUE with @followmollyMar 22, 2012
- Reflection AppMar 10, 2012
- Pre-TrainingFeb 16, 2012
- Embedding Educreations Profile in SiteJan 22, 2012
- Quick TutorialsJan 16, 2012
- Scheduling ReassessmentsJan 16, 2012
- CLS Tech Conference/Vimeo Chapter MarkersJan 15, 2012
- Importance of a Reflection MechanismJan 5, 2012
2011
10 posts- EduNationCast Episode #10 | cycles of learningDec 31, 2011
- Mr. Hand!Dec 31, 2011
- Negotiating the Access IssueDec 22, 2011
- Explore-Flip-Apply Example 2Dec 21, 2011
- Student ChompsDec 21, 2011
- Tech I Use and WhyNov 21, 2011
- SBG BeginningsOct 21, 2011
- Should You Flip Your Classroom?Oct 21, 2011
- Explore-Flip-Apply ExampleSep 21, 2011
- Questions That Must Be AnsweredJul 21, 2011