eSchool News

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

For K-12 leaders to succeed in creating high-quality CTE programming, here are five key trends and challenges I believe will affect this important field in 2024 and beyond. In the wake of COVID, many teachers have taken early retirement or left the classroom for the private sector.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 3, 2024

Today, we’ll discuss: How Laser Cutter Brings New Inspiration to the Classroom STEM education is the need of this modern era, which is why teachers look for some interesting ways to teach these subjects and skills. In this article, we will explain the benefits of using a laser cutter for education.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 11, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Yesterday, the World Economic Forum's “ Global Risks Report 2024 ” ranked AI-derived misinformation as a top global risk ahead of climate change, war, and economic weakness. ” Secondly, I wanted to introduce my AI policy in the classroom.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 10, 2024

23, 2024 in Orlando. Building Inquiry-Based Instruction : This session is designed to support educators in creating inquiry-based lessons with a focus on critical thinking and problem-solving skills; both of which enhance student performance in and out of the classroom. The Magic of Merlyn: How AI Can Create wonders in Your Classroom?

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Key posts have delved into the transformative potential of technology in classrooms, the importance of personalized learning in education, building leadership capacity, and the evolving dynamics of teacher-student interactions in a post-pandemic world. Here’s to an amazing 2024! I wish you all a happy and safe holiday season.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The 3 Best Strategies For Teachers To Keep Students Engaged Engaging students in the classroom is a key factor in successful teaching and learning. In this article, we will give you several tips to help increase engagement among your students. However, keeping students interested and involved in their education can be a big challenge.

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PlagiarismCheck

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Google Classroom, Moodle, Canvas integrations, Google Docs add-on , and browser extensions. A vast database of scholarly articles. The post 5 Best Online Plagiarism Checkers for Teachers to Use in 2024 first appeared on Check Plagiarism Blog - PlagiarismCheck.org. 97% precise AI-texts detection.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 17, 2024

Let’s explore why and how mindfulness practices are making their way into classrooms worldwide. Students learn to appreciate the feelings and experiences of others, leading to more respectful and inclusive interactions in the classroom. Author: Jodi Williams Jodi Williams is an experienced article writer and a mindfulness coach.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 14, 2024

This article brings an overview of key trends that are leading the charge. Adaptive & Individualized Curriculums Artificial intelligence and its power to analyze data and make decisions based on the findings is starting to permeate classrooms. Gamification in the classroom can take on various forms.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 24, 2024

I won’t take time in this article for a how-to on each activity so if you don’t know how to complete one, check with your IT folks or DDG (Duck Duck Go–or Google) it: Make sure your firewall and antivirus programs are working. Image credit Deposit Photo Copyright ©2024 askatechteacher.com – All rights reserved. Here’s a list.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Key points: AI tools have great potential–as long as students use them correctly The best way for teachers to get started with AI is just to play around with it See related article: Is generative AI a beacon for more accessible education? These bans are similar to earlier bans on tools like Wikipedia, YouTube, or calculators.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 19, 2024

In my classroom, it’s the most-asked question from parents, concerns like: When do students start? I get the most questions asked about my keyboarding articles. Here’s the sign-up link if the image above doesn’t work: [link] Copyright ©2024 worddreams.wordpress.com – All rights reserved. Why learn keyboarding?

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eSchool News

JANUARY 9, 2024

And in 2024, I predict that more districts will fully embrace the value and develop sensory spaces in their own schools. Whether they’re using dedicated rooms or integrating corners within existing classrooms, educators are recognizing the transformative power of sensory spaces.

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EdTechTeacher

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Google recently announced that Jamboard is winding down in 2024 (Details here) and educators across the world are now in search of viable alternatives. In this post, we provide suggestions and resources for three powerful white boarding alternatives that integrate seamlessly with Google for Education.

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eSchool News

APRIL 2, 2024

From district office operations to kindergarten classrooms, the integration of AI must be navigated with a moral compass, steering the use of AI toward the collective good while safeguarding against its potential pitfalls. Districts must develop guidelines that balance innovation with responsibility (Holter, Rummel & Skadsem, 2024).

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The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Credit: Allison Shelley for EDU Educators around the country have embraced the “science of reading” in their classrooms, but that doesn’t mean there’s a truce in the reading wars. In January 2024, five researchers from Texas A&M University published their findings online in the journal Scientific Studies of Reading.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 4, 2024

This call for a blanket ban on phones in the classroom ignores the fact that, for Gen-Z students, tech is a key part of their learning experience. Those calling for a ban in the classroom risk denying Gen-Z students access to the tools they need to make the most out of their educational experience.

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Hapara

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

We hope your 2024 school year is the best yet! In the classroom A quick refresher This series of videos will give you a refresher on Hāpara tools or help you get acquainted with them if you’re new to Hāpara. Not only will it help you with classroom management going forward, but it will also motivate learners academically.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 19, 2024

Let’s take a look at some important resources to help classroom strategies support student learning goals: Why is it important to involve students in learning? Education doesn’t have to mean students do all of their important learning in classrooms. How do you ensure student learning in your classroom?

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eSchool News

JANUARY 23, 2024

These findings underscore teachers’ genuine excitement about the promise of artificial intelligence and the huge potential this technology has in the classroom. As this technology continues to develop, educators remain optimistic about its various applications in the classroom and finding the best AI tools for teachers.

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Edsurge

JUNE 10, 2024

This is part of a three-article series covering key principles to consider when building out computer science programs in your academic setting. Read the other articles here and here. When you bring esports into the classroom, there’s evidence of better learning outcomes in STEM and even attendance.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 1, 2024

In this article, we’ll talk about the common challenges we might run into as parents in fourth grade and share some down-to-earth tips on how to tackle them, making the journey smoother for both our kids and us. Copyright ©2024 askatechteacher.com – All rights reserved.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

As educators welcome students back to their classrooms for the 2023-2024 school year, they are continuing to embrace education technology. Teachers also noted their own professional development and implementation of new engagement strategies will play a role in classrooms’ increased engagement.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Workshops focusing on coping mechanisms, stress management, and resilience can provide invaluable tools for teachers to employ in their classrooms. For students feeling anxious about returning to the classroom, it’s important they know they’re not alone.

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eSchool News

MARCH 10, 2023

“Districts need to plan now, so students don’t face chaos at the start of the 2024 school year with classrooms and teachers shuffled, programs abruptly dropped, demoralized staff, and leaders focusing on nothing but budget woes,” wrote Marguerite Roza, a professor at Georgetown University who studies school finance, in a recent article.

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My Paperless Classroom

JANUARY 19, 2024

These opportunities have led to two books, nationally published articles, and opportunities to speak at multiple state and national events. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today! For More Information: [link]

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Lightspeed Systems

AUGUST 31, 2023

The entire bill doesn’t go into effect until September 1, 2024. In fact, Article III of the SCOPE Act took effect immediately and is required for this school year. However, school districts can’t relax. As a result, educators statewide are scrambling to comply.

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eSchool News

MARCH 19, 2024

This article originally appeared on Vernier’s blog and is reposted here with permission. On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will be visible over the United States, starting in Texas. You can also post data and results on social media with the hashtag #VernierEclipse Are you ready for the 2024 total solar eclipse?

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

We must evolve our definitions of creativity to higher orders to stay relevant, including successfully using AI in and out of the classroom. Routines like this are considered meta-cognitive functions, which can serve as solutions for students and teachers trying to remain creative and engaged in the classroom using AI.

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Discovery Education

MAY 15, 2023

The conundrum I have faced with the pre-teen age group is that while they work to discover who they want to be, students of this age also create unique challenges within the classroom to get and hold their attention. Looking Forward I’m so excited to continue my Discovery Education journey in the 2023-2024 school year!

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

What are the trends in education in 2024? But looking at 2024, here are some current trends in education: Technology Integration: Continued integration of technology into classrooms, with a focus on online learning, educational apps, and interactive tools. There are many current trends in education in 2024.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Countering such devastating attacks with efficiency is going to be key in the 2023-2024 school year. The nation continues to face a severe cyber workforce shortage, and at the same time, most students in the classroom are not being taught proper cyber hygiene or how to best defend themselves from exploitation in the digital world.

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ViewSonic Education

APRIL 10, 2019

We explore these controversies in our article Is Esports a Sport? Team sports provide an arena for teaching important lessons and life skills beyond the classroom. Computer-related occupations are the largest projected category of new jobs between 2014 – 2024. (By The Benefits of Esports in Schools. By a long shot.)

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The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 28, 2024

Copyright © 2024 by Benjamin Herold. That class was taught by a no-nonsense Black woman who softened her strict classroom rules with a mother’s touch during all the in-between moments in the day. Board of Education decision The friction became overt when the pair began peeking through the windows of Corey’s classrooms.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 28, 2024

It offers strong historical perspectives while introducing current coverage such as the use of technology in the classroom. Though written in the early 1900’s, few of the basics have changed in how to encourage thinking, a cornerstone of authentic learning (read this article on Habits of Mind ). This book is free online.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 24, 2024

For a safe digital experience, adopting adequate security practices is critical both in and outside the classroom. Controlling who gets access to Zoom classrooms with the help of passcodes. Here’s the sign-up link if the image above doesn’t work: [link] Copyright ©2024 worddreams.wordpress.com – All rights reserved.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

He had recently read an EdSurge article regarding struggles that had taken place during a Fulton County Schools’ personalized learning initiative, and in response, Meyer Tweeted the following: The genesis of the conversation. Proud of the work that they're doing” is a very uncliched description of a student in the classroom… Love it.

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