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Minecraft Mojang In this construction game, students can build virtual worlds, artwork, and architecture. Minecraft involves players creating and destroying various types of blocks in a threedimensional environment. The player chooses an avatar that can destroy or create blocks, forming fantastic structures, creations, and artwork across the various multiplayer servers in multiple game modes. www.minecraft.net “Minecraft has opened up collaborative game-based opportunities for learning and creativity. Students have designed 3D artwork, developed innovative buildings and architecture ... and have developed representations of historical sites and landmarks in their home state.” —Lucas Gillispie, instructional technology coordinator, Pender County (N.C.) Schools Boarddocs Pro Emerald Data Solutions This paperless agenda solution leverages cloud-based technology to give governing bodies electronic solutions for processing virtually any type of governance document, including agenda items, supporting documents, policies, and procedures, alleviating the task of assembling, printing, distributing, and revising board packets. The BoardDocs Pro annual fee includes an eAgenda solution, on-site training, and calendar integration. www.boarddocs.com “This paperless solution to our school boad meetings has saved countless hours, paper, and smoney, in reducing the amount of paperwork needed. And it has made our district more transparent to our stakeholders, thereby increasing relationships with media, parents, and students.” —Joni Fitzgerald, administrative assistant, Duchesne County (Utah) School District schooltuBe Edmodo Specifically designed for students and teachers, SchoolTube is a free K12 video platform. Students can create their own videos for projects, homework, and events and share them with others, while teachers can moderate their progress and spark engagement. www.schooltube.com “SchoolTube.com has transformed the way I teach and my students learn. The unique moderation process is safe and easy to publish our video work. The services have also helped my students obtain internships, college admission to selective universities, and collegiate scholarships.” —Don Goble, technology instructor, Ladue School District, St. Louis, Mo. www.DistrictAdministration.com December 2012 79 http://www.whyscience.com/polymer http://www.minecraft.net http://www.boarddocs.com http://www.schooltube.com http://www.SchoolTube.com http://www.whyscience.com/polymer http://www.DistrictAdministration.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of District Administration - December 2012

District Administration - December 2012
Contents
From the Editor
News Update
Special Education
District Profile
Administrator Profile
Fab Lab: Using Technology to Make (Almost) Anything!
Neuroscience in Schools
Three Squares at School
Top 100 DA Readers Choose Innovative Products of the Year
CIO News
Problem Solution
Crisis Response
Online Edge
Going Mobile

District Administration - December 2012