"Graphite makes it easy for teachers to find the best digital learning tools by presenting them with independent ratings and reviews based on rigorous rubric that evaluates learning potential. The site couples in-depth analysis of edtech products with insights from teachers on how best to use them in a classroom. Reading a review on the site is like listening to advice from a valued mentor with deep experience leveraging technology in the classroom. | Join the community. Graphite is for teachers, by teachers. Tell us which products you use, and add your insights. We at Common Sense Media look forward to supporting teachers everywhere who want to use edtech to ignite student learning in new and exciting ways." Get a quick glimpse of Graphite, it's purpose, and how it works here. |
Five Ways Graphite Helps Teachers Implement Common Core State Standards
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- App Flow - "An App Flow is an interactive framework tool that enables teachers to seamlessly flow apps, websites, and games throughout lessons. Starting with the familiar five-part lesson plan, an App Flow provides scaffolding to think with purpose about where, why, and how to integrate digital tools for learning into the curriculum."
- Appy Hours - "Want to hear from teachers about the best apps, websites, and games for learning? Join us for Appy Hour, a monthly series where we discuss our favorites from Top Picks Lists, have teachers demonstrate a selection of tools, and share ideas on how to use them with students. We meet on Google Hangout on Air, which streams live on YouTube. Viewers can join the conversation on Twitter using the hashtag #appyhour. Since all Google Hangouts on Air are automatically archived on Youtube, they are available for viewing at any time."
- How-To Videos - "Teachers using Graphite have the ability to rate, curate, and create. Members rate by sharing reviews called Field Notes. Field Notes are reviews of tools written by teachers and include explanations of how teachers have used them with students. Members curate by collecting and organizing content on Graphite, such as reviews, Field Notes, blog posts, and App Flows onto Boards. And members can create tech-rich lesson plans called App Flows which provide a framework for seamlessly integrating technology into the curriculum."