Have you ever worked on a project and later wondered exactly how long it actually took? You start the day with a plan, move from one thing to the next, and before you know it, the day is over. Where did the time go? I added a new feature to my DelCal Add-on that pulls time ... Read more The post How Long Did You Spend On a Task??? appeared first on Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler ..read more

Every student has a story to tell, but not every student feels confident enough to share it. The #BeAnAuthor contest gives students an opportunity to write, publish, and share their personal narratives. Through this process, they learn that their experiences matter and that their words have the power to connect with others. What is a ... Read more The post Help Students Find Their Voice in #BeAnAuthor appeared first on Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler ..read more

Many students dislike group work due to uneven workload, social conflicts, and unclear roles. This article explores why group work often fails and how structured strategies, including tools like Grouper, can make it more effective and fair. The post Why Students Hate Group Work (And How to Fix It) appeared first on Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler ..read more

March is Be An Author Month, and I’m thrilled to partner with Book Creator to inspire students everywhere to share their stories! This year’s theme, “Tell Your Story,” encourages students to embrace their creativity and express their unique perspectives through writing, drawing, video, and more. Competition Rules Have your students enter the #BeAnAuthor competition to ... Read more The post Helping Students Become Authors Is Easier Than You Think appeared first on Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler ..read more

Google Tasks is an underutilized organization tool. It's built right into your Google Docs, Gmail, and more! Here is your ultimate guide. The post The Overworked Teacher’s Guide to Staying Organized with Google Tasks appeared first on Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler ..read more

Learn how to use Grouper to create balanced, intentional literature circle groups. This guide covers research-backed strategies, step-by-step setup instructions, and best practices for grouping students based on reading level, discussion confidence, and book choice. Improve engagement, comprehension, and collaboration in your classroom with structured literature circles. The post More Effective Literature Circles with Grouper appeared first on Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler ..read more

Personal finance is essential for all adults, and thus students. Check out these suggestions for teaching personal finance from elementary to high school ELA and PE. The post Teaching Personal Finance Across Subjects and Grade Levels appeared first on Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler ..read more

A simple list of student names in Google Sheets can quickly become unwieldy. Whether you’re aiming for a quick seating chart, a visual representation of project groups, or just need to reformat data for clarity, the WRAPROWS function offers a rapid solution. While specialized platforms like Grouper handle group creation better, the WRAPROWS function is […] The post Seating Charts, Groups, and More with WRAPROW appeared first on Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler ..read more

Tips for Effective Group Work includes strategies for structuring collaboration, assigning roles, and using tech tools. The post Tips for Effective Group Work appeared first on Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler ..read more

What takes Google Sheets spreadsheets from ordinary to extraordinary? The equals sign! Type this into any cell to get going. The post The Power of the Equals Sign appeared first on Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler ..read more