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E-Books and Online Libraries in Modern College Education

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E-Books and Online Libraries in Modern College Education One of the most significant archives of human knowledge and learning’s quiet companions, libraries have made an undeniable impact. Libraries have always been a trusted educational sidekick since people started learning stuff. We wouldn’t be where we are without them.

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Book Review–My Secret EdTech diary

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Al Kingsley’s My Secret EdTech Diary (John Cott Educational 2021) is a big-goaled, meandering overview of edtech (educational technology) available and pertinent to teachers and students. The book would be too long for most readers if offered as a deep dive. The book is written from a Brit’s perspective.

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6 Steps to Teach Book Creation with Book Creator

The CoolCatTeacher

Book Creator , the simple ebook authoring program, encourages writing and creativity in kids. Soon, my middle schoolers will start writing books again but in the fall, we had a great experience. Before moving into the book creation, they have to draft, add transitions, receive peer feedback and check their work.

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Six Picture Books & Chapter Book Guides to Celebrate Black History Month with Young Students

Waterford

Plus, you’ll find activities—including picture books and classroom discussion guides—for elementary educators that honor Black history and heritage. Windows and Mirrors: Honoring Black History and Heritage Windows and Mirrors in education is a powerful framework that encourages inclusive excellence in the classroom.

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EdTech at School

This E-book is designed to support educators with case studies of education technology use at school.

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13 Websites That Provide Lots of Digital Books for Summer Reading

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As digital equity discussions matured and hyperbole became reality, educators found that those loudly-touted digital devices often became paperweights. There is one bright spot in this story: Online books. Here are a list of sites that offer digital books for kids to adults: Bookopolis. Gutenberg Project. Open Library.

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20 of the Best STEM Books for Kids

Waterford

Books are an excellent way to help children connect more deeply to science, technology, engineering, and math (or STEM) concepts they are learning in class. These STEM books make great read-alouds and independent reading book choices for children at home or in the classroom. Educators : learn about Waterford Reading Academy.

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Maximize the Power of Multiple Technology Ecosystems

Google services power collaboration and productivity for education and business organizations across the world. In education specifically, schools invested in Google education tools or considering these services may believe Chromebook is the only viable hardware to take advantage of Google. But how does it work?