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MARCH 17, 2021

This is a great tool to help understand high school student social-emotional needs and how to support them with strategies and interventions. New Innovative SEL Tool from Aperture Education helps High School Students Build Skills for College and Career The Aperture Student Portal includes gamified goal-setting and SEL self-assessments offering a research-backed approach to understanding students’ needs Charlotte N.C.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2021

“Organize Your Study Space: 9 Tips to Make Your Environment Perfect for Studying”. Having a dedicated work or study space can make all the difference when it comes to productivity. In today's environment of work and learn at home, this is critical. My home workspace. Everything where I can reach it and no distractions. This infographic illustrates nine essential tips that can help you set up a clear and organized study or workspace.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Digital Citizenship: Why Teachers Should Instill It In Students + Free Resources With February well underway— and e-learning lingering — the time is now to revisit the importance of online safety. After all, Safer Internet Day is on February 9 and Digital Learning Day is on February 25. And while it might be tempting for parents and even teachers to put restrictions on kids’ online activities, whether that’s with family cybersecurity suites or parent controls, as educators we know instilling the

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NOVEMBER 10, 2020

STEM is a great way to teach students math, science, technology and engineering, but also teach them other skills like creativity, critical thinking, problem solving and teamwork. I have collected a lot of STEM Resources on this page: [link] Here is another one I found out about recently: Engineers Tribune. [link] The Engineers Tribune is a collection bleeding-edge technology commentary, electronics community research, and interviews with the engineers who are designing the future.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Blended Teaching: How Plagiarism Detection Software Can Help Educators Gain Confidence Discover the benefits of using plagiarism detection software in times of blended teaching Today, EdTech has become more popular than ever before. With traditional in-class education on a hard pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, academic institutions rely more on e-learning technologies.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

I was in EMS for 22 years before retiring due to a back injury. One of my most memorable experiences was responding to New York City as a Paramedic in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks of 9/11. I will never forget that experience. What I saw and did are still with me, as is a type of asthma from breathing the dust. My Experience as a Paramedic on 9-11-01 We lost over 3,000 American's that day, including 8 EMS Providers, 60 Police Officers and 343 Firefighters in NYC.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

I hope all is well and you and your family are staying healthy and safe. Recently, multiple school districts have been hit with ransomware (including on in my home state of CT), malware, virus's, DoS attacks (a 16 y/o student did this in Texas) and more. Here are some resources for IT and educators to help protect your network, data, faculty and students.

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AUGUST 26, 2020

September is National Preparedness Month , which serves as a reminder that we all must take action to prepare, now and throughout the year, for the types of emergencies that could affect us where we live, work, and visit. The 2020 theme is "Disasters Don’t Wait. Make Your Plan Today." Emergency Preparedness is something everyone needs to be a part of.

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AUGUST 26, 2020

Schools are starting or already started. Some are all remote, some hybrid and some all in-person. Here are some resources to help schools, parents and teachers during this challenging time. Welcome back to school - resources for every teacher Resources for: Hybrid Learning Remote Learning e-Learning Online Learning Sanitize Tech Manage Remote Learning Thermal Screening.

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AUGUST 23, 2020

Chromebooks are easy to use and manage and make up a majority of devices in US K-12 classrooms. During this time of remote and distance learning , many students do not have reliable internet at home, and in some cases, no internet at home. To address this, here are tips and resources for schools to help students use Chromebooks offline. Students can connect occasionally to networks and then work offline in between.

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JUNE 22, 2020

Although some academic institutions and educational professionals still doubt the high value of eLearning software, technology-based education is no longer a myth. And the Covid-19 pandemic has proved that EdTech and eLearning are integral parts of modern academic reality. Lockdown aside, why are more teachers turning to online educational software?

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JUNE 15, 2020

As this school year comes to an end for most, schools are looking at what will the Fall and reopening schools look like. While much of this is still in flux, some states have started issuing specific guidelines and instructions. There are multiple options and scenarios that may happen and schools are working to prepare for each one. Here are some resources to help schools work through these situations and prepare for the next school year. --.

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JUNE 15, 2020

Rocketbook is launching their latest reusable notebook, the Flip. The Flip mimics the design of a traditional steno pad with a top-bound spiral design, instead of the usual side bound spiral, offering wrist space for lefties, and making this the world’s first reusable ambidextrous notebook. The Flip also makes the perfect gift for Father’s Day or 2020 grads!

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JUNE 1, 2020

This new classroom program, founded by two women who have overcome their own relevant hurdles, introduces students, particularly those in junior high/high school, to real-life stories of today’s scientists who are on the frontline of modern innovation—on a mission to inspire STEM careers while shattering outdated industry stereotypes. Key Takeaways “I Am A Scientist” helps students connect to stories of real-life scientists on the frontline of modern innovation to inspire STEM careers & shat

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JUNE 1, 2020

Rocketbook , in partnership with Think Board, is launching the Think Board X2. Designed for students, teachers, and working professionals, the Think Board X2 is a reusable peel-and-stick whiteboard with built-in Rocketbook Beacons. Beacons allow you to capture, organize and broadcast important notes and diagrams in real-time, and share them to your favorite cloud services.

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MAY 4, 2020

Community Online Event Uses Cardboard to Bring People Together While Apart Two Bit Circus Foundation , a nonprofit educational organization, today announced plans for the first virtual Cardboard Challenge, an online version of the original event started by Imagination.org, designed to encourage the worldwide STEAM community to come together in these uncertain times to embrace creativity and inspire the next generation of inventors.

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MAY 4, 2020

Students to Recognize Teachers Going the Extra Mile for Home Learning with Brainly’s ‘Online Educator of the Year’ Awards Students can award the best online educators now through May 8, and the winning teacher in each category will receive $1,000 towards classroom resources The coronavirus pandemic has forced students and educators to adapt, essentially overnight, to the new reality of distance learning and instruction from afar.

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APRIL 29, 2020

Expert Shares Strategies to promote Social-emotional Learning and Character Development during School Closures in Upcoming Webinar May 7, 2020 webinar features Dr. Maurice Elias and is moderated by Dr. Sheryl Harmer The COVID-19 pandemic has made clear the necessity of building character development and social-emotional skills in young children as they deal with the stresses of learning remotely.

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APRIL 29, 2020

NICHE ANNOUNCES $35M SERIES C FUNDING TO REIMAGINE AND SIMPLIFY THE SCHOOL AND COLLEGE SEARCH EXPERIENCE Modernizing the school selection process, Niche rolls out new features to support school recruitment impacted by COVID-19, adds Francisco D’Souza of Cognizant to board of directors Niche — the leading school search platform connecting people to the perfect K-12 school or college — today announced it has raised $35 million in Series C funding led by Radian Capital , with additional participati

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APRIL 24, 2020

Kuato Studios, the industry leading children’s educational gaming developer, has officially launched their brand new app Well-Beings, a wellness app for kids created to encourage them to be present and mindful of how they are feeling, which is now more important than ever during the times of COVID-19. Thoughtfully designed as a free resource for kids that are currently faced with the mental effects of the global pandemic, the app will feature: An interactive call to action for children to determ

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APRIL 21, 2020

Copyright and Creativity for Ethical Digital Citizens , is a nonprofit project that has developed a suite of free K-12 resources for teaching students about copyright and fair use. The premise is that students today need to learn the basics of copyright as an element of digital citizenship. That's especially true in the current crisis, as teachers and students shift virtually all of their educational and social activity online.

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APRIL 21, 2020

SplashLearn is a game based learning program that is loved by over 33 million kids worldwide!! This program is free for teachers and schools to use. SplashLearn stands with schools/districts affected with closure due to COVID-19 (Corona Virus) outbreak : All educators have free access to SplashLearn with Home Access to enable remote learning. It’s fun to learn to play the piano, Why can’t it be fun to learn Math?

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APRIL 6, 2020

Self-serve learning platforms Codecademy, Duolingo, Quizlet, Skillshare, and Brainly have teamed up to create the Learn From Home Club - a joint offering of free learning resources for teachers and students impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic (offer details for each company are available at the link provided). The offering was announced this morning in a tweet by Codecademy CEO Zach Sims.

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APRIL 2, 2020

Companies like Microsoft and Google are using QuizBreaker to keep their remote employees happy and engaged! QuizBreaker ( [link] ) helps remote teams keep morale high through fun quizzes with lots of gamification. Players answer ice breaker questions and then once a week a quiz gets sent around the team where they have to guess 'Who said what'. It's a quick and easy way for remote teams to have fun when they don't have the chance to see each other face to face.

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APRIL 2, 2020

Babbel ( www.babbel.com ), the language learning app, have announced that they will be offering free language learning to all K-12 and college students through the end of the school term (mid-June 2020). The move comes after the successful provision of free Babbel to people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in Italy, and is designed to help students use their time at home productively while maintaining cognitive activity.

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APRIL 2, 2020

As schools across the country close in response to the COVID-19 virus, PBS and WGBH Boston have partnered to support distance learning nationwide. Beginning on Monday, March 30, the public media WORLD Channel from WGBH will provide a daily, five-hour At-Home Learning Service, for students in grades 6-12, to PBS stations nationwide. From 12 noon – 5 pm EDT weekdays, WORLD will offer programs on science, history and English language arts, and include related learning resources from PBS LearningMed

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MARCH 26, 2020

As the need for social distancing is prompting extended school closures across the country, school districts are considering new ways to keep students connected and engaged in school activities. Continuity is especially important for students who receive special education-related services. PresenceLearning, Inc., the leading provider of live online special education-related services to K-12 schools, will host a free webinar for school districts looking to deliver these services via in-home telet

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MARCH 18, 2020

PDF files are used everywhere and can be used on Chromebooks. Here are some resources: Adobe Android apps work very well on Chromebooks and there are other Android apps for working with PDF files: [link] - Xodo PDF Reader and Editor [link] - PDF Editor – [link] - PDF Editor – Sign, Create, Edit [link] - Write on PDF (annotate, not edit) [link] Managing Android apps on Chromebooks: [link] Android on Chromebooks!

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MARCH 10, 2020

Resources, tips and more for remote and e-learning (teaching online) Many teachers and schools have resources for blended learning and even for students who are home or hospital bound to "attend" class. With the COVID-19 concerns, many schools are looking at ways to support more students and staff who may be quarantined at home or ways to keep learning going if school buildings are closed.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2020

The U.S. Department of Education this week launched SchoolSafety.gov , a website intended to serve as a one-stop clearinghouse of resources for K-12 administrators, educators, parents and law enforcement officials to address safety and security in schools. The commission was established as an executive order by President Donald Trump after the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in Parkland, Florida.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Baylor University recently published the toolkit "How to Identify Effective STEM Activities for Children” that helps parents and teachers know what to look for in a STEM lesson and offers 9 examples of quality online resources. You can access the full resource here: [link] In it, they discuss the best ways to engage students in STEM, how to get them interested, how to introduce STEM to students, and have resources for finding STEM activities and lessons.

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JANUARY 16, 2020

After being voted Best of Show at ISTE 2019, Ozobot Classroom (patent pending) officially launched at the 2020 Future of Education Technology Conference. Ozobot Classroom will make it easy to integrate coding and computer science with Ozobot’s robots into lessons for any subject and any grade level—with features that include an interactive educator dashboard, single-click classroom setup, interdisciplinary lessons with live lesson insights, and more.

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JANUARY 16, 2020

The education sector has become one of the most sought after targets for cybercriminals. Long imagined to target banks or high-tech facilities, cyberattacks are beginning to now focus on schools and education centers. Recent targets in New York and Texas might seem less likely but they have become one of the most vulnerable. According to Canon USA’s Office of the Future cybersecurity survey , cyber threats are abundant and increasing, but what is most surprising is that employees or other organi

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JANUARY 9, 2020

LG Business Solutions USA announced the immediate availability of two new UltraFine™ IPS LED monitors offering significantly enhanced performance capabilities for macOS users. The new 24-inch class 4K model and 27-inch class 5K commercial monitors each include upgraded connectivity options and seamless macOS integration. LG’s new UltraFine IPS LED monitors deliver improved color performance, 500 nits of brightness, virtually seamless control through macOS, and Thunderbolt 3 power delivery that e

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JANUARY 9, 2020

Etude is an advanced document reader, the first of its kind that incorporates the use of artificial intelligence into textual analysis. Several public school districts and hundreds of students have already begun using the product, which has been proven to significantly improve the efficiency and comprehension of students reading large blocks of text.

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JANUARY 9, 2020

The Character Tree , a new character development online resource for first and second grade students that provides appealing online video lessons to teach children about positive character traits. Teachers and parents can sign up for free access to The Character Tree for the 2019-2020 school year by visiting: [link] The Character Tree uses engaging discussions, real-life examples from history, role modeling and hands-on materials to emphasize positive character traits such as kindness, bravery,

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JANUARY 9, 2020

The “Don’t be a Troll” meme contest calls on students for help to combat the insidious and out-of-control trend of internet “trolling.” Students are tasked with creating original memes about why people shouldn’t troll. Winning entries will be publicized and the winners will get prizes for themselves and their schools! The deadline to enter is Jan. 31, 2020.

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