This Teacher is not to “Farr-Out” there

http://farroutlinks.net/blog/

Jen Farr is the creator of this unique blog that focuses on the application of technology in the classroom. This blog researches and develops resources that inspire educators and their students!

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Flip Through Windows in 3D

In Windows 7 you can easily flip through your screens in 3D by pressing Win+Tab. Earlier versions of Windows can see multiple screens by pressing ALT+TAB. Press the two buttons and move from screen to screen with effortlessness.

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Largest Free Photo Stock on the Web

http://www.sxc.hu/ Need of pictures for students to use in presentations or projects? Look no further than Stock.XCHNG! This website houses over 350,000 images and growing that are all royalty-free.

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There is a QR Code for that!

App Name: QRReader http://onlineqrcodegenerator.com/
QR Codes or Quick Response Codes are two-dimensional barcodes that direct users to websites. Applications can be downloaded to phones, tablets, and cameras to view the objects found on the QR Code. These codes can be used in the classroom for scavenger hunts, business cards, or as a response to a question. These fun interactive codes can also be easily generated through the application or website.

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New Teacher Survival Central

http://www.discoveryeducation.com/survival/
This website will help a newbie teacher, a teacher to a new subject, or an older teacher looking to spice things up! You can find free ideas and plans to keep your classroom on track for the school year. Basics of the classroom and technology tips will help everyone have a smooth transition in the classroom.

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