Category Archives: Technology in the Classroom

Hunting down Paramecia with an iPhone!

On Friday, MHS microbiology teacher Gerry Meloche contacted me to say that there was considerable excitement in his class.  For a microscope exercise requiring students to identify paramecia, he had added a new dimension.  The students were using their iPhones … Continue reading

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Technology in Mercy’s Fine Arts Department

The I.T. Team asked our Fine Arts Department to guest blog about the many ways students acquire valuable technology skills through their courses. “Having a diversity of perspectives leads to better decision-making, more relevant products, and makes work a whole … Continue reading

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Some Thoughts about Online Courses

In my last blog post I collected some varying opinions about online courses.  I was inspired to do so by two recent conversations.  I was at a meeting when the subject of how online courses would play at Mercy came up.  One … Continue reading

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The Basketball Team Scores . . . . with the iPad!

  This season’s basketball team distinguished itself on the court as Catholic League and Regional Champs.  They also tied a school record with 25 victories.  As the girls racked up the points on the court, their two managers Kailey, and … Continue reading

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