ASCD Express Tech for Teachers Articles

By Jason Bedell

Jason Bedell is an instructional technology consultant and a library media specialist at Belmar Elementary School in New Jersey. 

In his columns, Jason explores how effectively integrating technology can deepen student learning and make the school environment more student-centered.

Digital Portfolios Demonstrate Accountability

Digital portfolios allow for greater range in assessment and actually encourage student learning and sharing.

Skyping Is the Next Best Thing to Being There

Jason Bedell, a library media specialist and instructional technology consultant, says Skype can enhance the classroom experience.

Blogging Stimulates Reflective Practice

Jason Bedell discusses how he uses blogging to be a more reflective educator.

Digital Storytelling Meets a Variety of Instructional Needs

VoiceThread is a web-based tool that allows students and teachers to tell their stories using pictures, audio, and annotation, as individuals or groups. What's more, the tool allows others to comment.

Using Twitter to Start Your Personal Learning Network

Jason Bedell explains how to use Twitter to share best practices and build a productive personal learning network.

Glogster—A New Way to Look at the Poster Project

The poster project is a simple way to get students to show their learning, convey valuable information, and creatively express themselves. Glogster, a Web 2.0 tool, helps students take a poster project to a new level.