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=Cloudy with a Strong Chance of Learning = Nowadays much of what we do can be created and stored on the web. Techies call this cloud computing, and it requires only a web browser and internet. Cloud computing and Web 2.0 sites offer a fantastic way to engage students in learning. Find out some new and favorite web-based tools and how they enable learning essential 21st century skills, such as critical thinking, problem solving, communication, and collaboration.

Tony's Note: [|tonyv.me/cloudy] Crowdsourced Notes: [|tonyv.me/cloudy2]

About Learning in Hand and Tony Vincent

 * Learning in Hand** is an educator's resources for mobile learning. It was started in 2002 as part of Tony Vincent's classroom website. At first focusing on Palm handhelds, Learning in Hand now covers podcasting, iPods, iPod touch, iPhone, iPad, and netbooks.

**Tony Vincent**  started teaching fifth grade in Omaha, Nebraska twelve years ago when it wasn’t so easy to publish online. Knowing that students were motivated to see their work on the Web, Tony first had students write their book reviews on Amazon.com. Later his students spent each school year adding to their classroom site, Planet 5th. They published writing, photos, journals, art, videos, and more. Planet 5th became so popular that it received thousands of hits from around the world. In 2004 Tony became Willowdale Elementary’s technology specialist. He worked with students in grades kindergarten through five and their teachers to integrate technology. He developed Radio WillowWeb in 2005, making it the first podcast from an American elementary school. Tony left regular teaching at Willowdale to become an independent consultant in 2006. While he misses his former school, he’s had an amazing few years. Currently based in Phoenix, Arizona, Tony has worked with teachers and students from around the world. Tony co-wrote //Handhelds for Teachers & Administrators// , a book about handheld computers, iPods, and podcasting. He presents at educational conferences and travels to schools to deliver workshops to teachers and students, focusing on free and inexpensive learning and communication tools. His websites include [|Learning in Hand], [|TonyVincent.net], [|Our City Podcast], and the [|Arizona K12 Center Technology Blog].