Recently, thanks to some twitter friends and tweetdeck, I have been exposed to a new little website called 12seconds. 12seconds.tv is like twitter, in video form. As in, you only have a small amount of space (12 seconds, duh) in which to express a thought or idea. You...
The question I am asked most when talking tech with other youth workers is, “How do I download video from YouTube?” In the past I used a Firefox extension: https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/3242 Or sites like: http://keepvid.com/...
I love tech podcasts. Here are a couple of should-not-miss podcasts centered around our favorite pastime: technology.
I was constantly envying the big-budget ministry across the street’s awesome t-shirts, logos, etc. I know it’s hard to believe, but I was breaking one of the commandments because of another ministry. Then I discovered iStock, and was delivered.
I just downloaded a great free CD from Phil Wickham. It's called Singalong and was recorded live at a recent concert. I really like Phil's music, and thought I would pass along the opportunity. Just head over to PhilWickham.com, you'll need to give them an email...
It's no secret that I like techy sites. I just read about this new one especially for teens, run by teens. It's called TeensInTech.com. It's a place for teens that are involved in new media (blogs, vlogs, podcasts). It's in alpha and it definitely felt that way poking...
It's summer and movie going season is in full swing. I've had some great conversations with students about some of the popular movies. I have been thinking about all the different angles you could take on a lesson about The Dark Knight, but one of the hard things...
Here's another TED video that came across my twitter feed this morning. It's 10 years old, but it was fascinating to listen to his thoughts about technology, faith, and human short comings. Or download it Here.
It has always been a passion of mine to encourage creativity in the students I work with. I love engaging a student in writing, painting, music, video, or what ever their gifts might be. Some parents have been grateful, and others just don't get it. Sometimes in the...
Have you ever been to a professional sporting event where they have a race on the Jumbotron where everyone can pick one of three objects to cheer for? That's was Race This! is, dot races for your youth ministry. I don't know how many of you used Race This! Vol 1, but...
