Graphite Blog

MARCH 19, 2020

We’ve heard from educators how overwhelming it can be to wade through the dozens of emails and articles with hundreds of “great apps for distance learning” from people and companies that possibly have their interests -- and not yours -- in mind. Elementary Math and Science Khan Academy Kids. Tami's Tower.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 22, 2018

Laura: Hyperdocs are basically links that we provide for children to access different websites and articles that we want them to read. They love that it’s just connected to an article right away, so they don’t have to type out and do a Google search for an article, so it’s very hands-on and easy to use for the students.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 29, 2018

Other Related Articles: Hyperdocs: How to’s and Tips for Teachers. The company who sponsored it compensated me via cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I believe will be good for my readers and are from companies I can recommend.

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Discovery Education

APRIL 16, 2023

Learn More Learn More --> Harnessing EdTech for Deeper Science Engagement In this article, a Florida educator shares how combining interactive EdTech resources with student choice encourages engagement, ownership, and academic success. That includes key priority areas for schools, like student wellness, engagement, and educator retention.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

They do get excited, and it really helps them want to read the articles and do the math problems and make the — that have to do with it. I do a STEM project where the kids have to come up with a little dog house that has a certain amount of volume in it, using crackers and frosting. You can have your kids read the articles.

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techlearning

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

The ongoing, multi-pronged campaign celebrating last summer’s Great American Eclipse provides tips, resources, and data that STEM teachers can use to teach students about a real-world physical phenomenon throughout the year. Sample data by Dave Vernier was also included in an article about the eclipse in The Physics Teacher.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

AUGUST 23, 2020

I wish to share with you this article I wrote for PBLWorks (BIE/BUCK Institute) of which I am part of the National Faculty. I hope pou find this first article helpful and that you return for continued postings in this series. Read the article or watch the webinar. Read the article or watch the webinar (future).

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 6, 2023

He first carried out this vision as an elementary and middle school teacher before later becoming the principal of a high school on the east side of Indianapolis. Brad went on to be the founding Director of Curriculum and Instruction for a STEM-focused network of schools dedicated to authentic learning by tackling real-world problems.

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The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

The article cited an example specific to math class: A Black high school junior was sent to the hallway to “calm down” after asking her teacher to review a math lesson. She is the co-founder of STEMulation Escape Room , an edutainment production company.

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techlearning

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

Launching this month, TryEngineering Together™ leverages Cricket Media content and STEM enthusiast eMentors to put students on the path to STEM careers. They become confident in their ability to learn and enjoy STEM subjects, beginning to understand and appreciate the wonder and variety of STEM career possibilities.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 21, 2017

And Geometry by the way, because I taught everything from elementary through Ph.D. I have an article that went out this March that is the story of a little boy whose teacher told them you can’t subtract three from two. This company has no impact on the editorial content of the show. And really they are connected.

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EdTechTeam

MAY 19, 2017

With the Common Core, state testing, interventions, and all else that goes on in the elementary day, how would I find time for my students to investigate and inquire into their interests? Some students wrote a grant to a local company for flexible seating while others wrote for a classroom grant funded by a PTA gift.

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Graphite Blog

MARCH 31, 2021

Suggested grades: Elementary to middle school. Suggested grades: Elementary school. Suggested grades: Early elementary school. Depending on the topic, it's generally best for older elementary, middle, or high school students. Acknowledge and explore that with kids! San Diego Zoo. Smithsonian's National Zoo.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 14, 2018

There was a meme a couple of years ago about this little elementary kid. Don’t look at articles from Jon Bergman or Aaron Sams or anyone else. The company who sponsored it compensated me via cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product. I kind of describe it like this.

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techlearning

JULY 31, 2018

A New Look at STEM Careers: For students wanting to learn more about career paths in STEM, six new videos have been added to the STEM Careers series in Discovery Education Streaming Plus and STEM Connect. Discovery Education’s STEM Connect enhances core curriculum and brings STEM to life in classrooms.

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techlearning

MARCH 5, 2018

To help achieve this goal, the district is creating modern learning environments by introducing Discovery Education’s dynamic digital content into classroom instruction at selected MCPS elementary and middle schools. The Science Techbooks series also includes valuable STEM/STEAM resources as well.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

Sometimes, you may just want the student to read a book excerpt or a part of an article. The company who sponsored it compensated me via cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product. You can also make a gallery where students can share their analysis with others in the class.

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techlearning

AUGUST 21, 2018

In addition to receiving a comprehensive suite of prizes provided by the program’s sponsor, the global children’s publishing, education, and media company Scholastic, Ali Schilpp is currently featured on the cover of the September 2018 issue of SLJ.

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edWeb.net

JULY 22, 2019

Robert Furman, Principal of South Park Elementary Center, South Park Township, PA. At every step, they involve the developers so the companies understand Broward’s expectations and why the team made its final decision. If companies make smartphones that a two-year old can use, why are developers making edtech so complicated?

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 6, 2021

As one young woman put it in a recent New York Times article , “If it wasn’t for these youth work-force programs, I don’t think I would have realized I wanted to be a mechanical engineer.”. The result is that we are losing the energy, intelligence and creativity young people could and should bring to New York’s economic recovery.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 5, 2018

For a social studies teacher, a history teacher, who needs to give his or her student a little more access to historical articles and books, that’s a great resource. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I believe will be good for my readers and are from companies I can recommend.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

DECEMBER 5, 2015

Welcome to the fourth article in a series devoted to facilitating proper student internet interaction in the classroom. I have traveled the country delivering PD relating to technology integration, PBL, STEM, Digital Literacy, and the 4 C’s. If you are attending, check out my STEM and Maker’s Session. Check out my Booking Page.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 23, 2020

SHOW LINK BIO: Angela Maiers has been creating and leading change in education and enterprise for 31 years, teaching every level of school from grade school to graduate school and consulting with companies around the world. She is a regular blogger for Getting Smart, Defined Learning, Neo LMS and STEM Informer.

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Adam Welcome

JUNE 13, 2016

Most of the kids at my school won’t be programmers or work for a tech company.” With code.org and other resources, block coding is an excellent place to start, especially with Elementary students - check it out! Check out this article New EdTech Resource. Students in the STEM Lab at Karly’s school use programming every day!

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Adam Welcome

MAY 15, 2016

Most of the kids at my school won’t be programmers or work for a tech company.” With code.org and other resources, block coding is an excellent place to start, especially with Elementary students - check it out! Check out this article New EdTech Resource. Students in the STEM Lab at Karly’s school use programming every day!

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Shake Up Learning

OCTOBER 3, 2023

This is a super cool app that encourages problem-based learning and STEM skills for students. Solving Mysteries on Mars: TimePod AR Click To Tweet Listen to this article. Every year, space agencies, companies, museums, schools, and more hold space education and outreach events to commemorate World Space Week. Did you know?

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techlearning

JULY 27, 2018

ADVANCED & MEASURED PROGRESS ( www.advanc-ed.org ) & ( www.measuredprogress.org ) Measured Progress and AdvancED will join forces to form a unique and far-reaching nonprofit educational company focused on data-driven tools for school improvement. has joined the ENA family of companies.

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techlearning

JULY 18, 2018

This platform is designed to develop elementary writing skills through a world-building game environment. This article was previously published at Common Sense Education. Wondering if there are any games out there that get kids writing? Check out Boreal Tales. But is it useful enough to be worth the price for schools?

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 9, 2018

The high school students walked down the street, and they did an afternoon STEM collaboration. About 4-5 years ago, Bill brought in a news article about the ban of soda. How many poster boards must die from these elementary years? This company has no impact on the editorial content of the show. Vicki: Oh, I love it!

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 3, 2021

Partnering with local cable companies, internet providers, and community organizations, they expanded broadband to the school parking lots and community centers. He received his bachelor’s degree from The University of Southern Mississippi in elementary education. Matthew Dillon is a native of Columbia, Mississippi.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 10, 2018

Now, Sean, you’re currently working with iPads and some online formative assessments for STEM classrooms. He also continues to consult for various districts across the country at the elementary, middle, and secondary level training teachers and administrators. He has authored several articles: Nank, S. Retrieved from: [link].

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User Generated Education

JUNE 18, 2017

As a recent NPR article discussed several challenges for maker education. Imagining, understanding, and becoming who we are is a process informed by play, and both toy companies and designers are taking all the exploration out of it ( The Case For Letting Kids Design Their Own Play ). Knight Costumes and Capture the Flag.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

The Kids Discover online platform lets students explore 150 different science and social studies units for elementary and middle school learners at three different lexiles. His primary responsibilities include the coordination of state chapters, STEM, virtual circles and NNSTOY Fellows, video production and technology support.

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Educational Technology Guy

JANUARY 20, 2015

“Graphical Analysis for Chrome and its support of Vernier sensors provides schools with an easy-to-use and cost-effective way to further utilize Chromebooks and engage students in hands-on learning in science and STEM classrooms.” Feel free to share summaries and links to these articles, but do not copy and repost entire article.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

Teacher Impact Reports Patrick is a Math, Science, STEM & Assessment Coordinator at an Illinois district. Education Data Solutions (EDS), the parent company, has also integrated with our school information system (SIS) to access much of our historical assessment data as well. What worked and what didn’t?

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 15, 2019

In 2013-2015 he taught 4th and 5th grade STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) at Independence Elementary in Yukon Public Schools in Oklahoma. He leads 3 day iPad Media Camps, STEM camps for teachers and students, and digital oral history workshops with Storychasers. Wesley completed his Ph.D.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 7, 2017

See their article, Create Magic in Your Classroom. The company who sponsored it compensated me via cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I believe will be good for my readers and are from companies I can recommend.

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