eSchool News

JANUARY 18, 2023

The 2023 TCEA Convention & Exposition is almost here, and with the conference comes the opportunity for educators to connect in person and share insights and innovations around teaching and learning. And it’s the kind of learning that will change the story of education.” It’s not too late to register! Get started here.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 15, 2016

Department of Education’s Office of Education Technology, librarians are at the forefront of helping schools become future ready. Department of Education’s Office of Educational Technology, expanded FRS to position school librarians as leaders in this effort. Department of Education.

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Edsurge

JUNE 24, 2021

I would argue that educators of all stripes need the same. As you might expect, for me, unearthing that spark starts with some books. Plugging into this feeling helps me remember why I do this job in the first place: connecting kids with books that will evoke the same level of joy for them. What’s in my summer reading stack?

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 30, 2018

Digital citizenship education doesn’t work in a lecture format. Jennifer Gonzalez has released her 2018 Teachers Guide to Technology with over 200 education technology tools including tools for assessment, flipped learning, presentations, parent engagement, video engagement and more. Link to show: www.coolcatteacher/e242.

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eSchool News

JULY 29, 2022

This summer, thousands of educators and vendors who serve education descended on New Orleans and braved 110% humidity for the first “back to normal” conference for the International Society of Technology in Education, or ISTE. There are many esoteric challenges facing education today. Not having control is scary.

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eSchool News

JUNE 17, 2020

I enjoy reflecting on the moment in time, I read a book as it sits on my shelf. Each of us has heard adults opine on why they prefer to read print books. Related content: Leading eLearning with a Future Ready Library opportunity. Related content: Leading eLearning with a Future Ready Library opportunity.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 18, 2023

The 2023 TCEA Convention & Exposition is almost here, and with the conference comes the opportunity for educators to connect in person and share insights and innovations around teaching and learning. And it’s the kind of learning that will change the story of education.” It’s not too late to register! Get started here.

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eSchool News

JULY 7, 2023

Airtame , creator of the hardware-enabled SaaS platform that allows seamless collaboration in schools, demonstrated its award-winning Airtame 2 and all-new collaboration features, which provide a seamless collaboration experience for educational institutions. Preview an advance copy of the book at bit.ly/SoniasDigitalWorldARC.

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NeverEndingSearch

JANUARY 16, 2021

John Dewey Democracy and Education. They allow educators to playfully differentiate learning. And they live on happily familiar platforms like Google Slides, Wakelet, PowerPoint, Symbaloo, Smore, Thinglink, Buncee, Hyperdocs, and on those Bitmoji classrooms and libraries you’ve already created. Why choice boards?

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Buncee

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Since winning the AASL award for one of the best digital storytelling tools in 2017 , the Buncee team has always loved being a part of school libraries across the country. These ideas also address elements of the Future Ready Library Framework. Learn more about the Future Ready Library Framework here.

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Tom Murray

MAY 23, 2018

Across the country, librarians are supporting those in need by promoting the great work and connectivity often available at local libraries. Second, students in need can ask friends or educators for nearby locations and collaboration can support access in the community. Collaborate and Promote Your Local Library!

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

That can leave parents and educators feeling a sense of anxiety about technology and kids, even as more schools use iPads and Chromebooks and other tech in classrooms. She even wrote a book that's called “ Screen Time ” and a more recent one called “ Tap, Click, Read: Growing Readers in a World of Screens.” What’s that?

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 16, 2017

Today Josh Stumpenhorst @stumpteacher is directing a library revolution and evolution to Learning Commons at his school. And yes, they’ll be flying drones in the library! ” He also discusses the importance of literature and creativity in the library. Why Reinvent the Library? Let’s do this!

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Whether a principal, superintendent, head of technology, or head of curriculum, there is likely a gem of a resource among your staff who could push your Future Ready agenda forward. With textbooks waning, districts across the country are exploring other options, including the curation of open educational resources and other content.

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techlearning

MAY 16, 2018

(May 16, 2018) – Texas’ Richardson Independent School District (RISD) today announced it has selected Discovery Education , the leading provider of digital content and professional development for K-12 classrooms, to support the district’s new, three year “Future Ready: STEM for All” initiative.

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Buncee

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

We also got to make new friends, and connect with so many educators who share our passion for student success. [ We had the honor of hosting some incredibly talented educators who presented at the Buncee booth. Global Collaboration and the Power of Immersive Reader with Rachelle Dene Poth , High School Educator, Author, Consultant.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

“It’s imperative that classroom design is driven by the desire to create personal and authentic learning experiences for students,” says Tom Murray, director of innovation for Future Ready Schools , a project of the Alliance for Excellent Education. Educators have been asking, “Why are we doing things a certain way?

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The Daring Librarian

JULY 20, 2018

or hoped, it could be helpful to some new Educators, Admins, Teachers and Teacher Librarians! Fierce & Future Ready 7. I remember being so nervous about being a new educator, I didn't always use that pass. but then ask them to either email you or drop by the library and put their name on the list. “I

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TeacherCast

JANUARY 16, 2022

This post was originally created and posted on the website TeacherCast Educational Network. Coach / Library Media Specialist Relationship. The Library Media Specialist / Coach Relationship. As noted in the book Coaching Matters , the Building Administrator must first be a “ Coaches Champion.”

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The Daring Librarian

APRIL 13, 2019

When we have testing in our Library, I put all our Makerspace stuff on an AV cart and roll it into our server room. Say you're trying for 50 or 100 - put a decorated cardboard box outside your Library or Classroom for donations! Gather some origami books (I have like at least 10) paper of all kinds, safety scissors, and Voila!

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 29, 2015

May 29th - June 8th, 2015 Two Week Calendar | Learning Revolution Events | Learning Revolution Blog | Partner Spotlight | Daily Education Quotes and Commentary To subscribe to this newsletter, please sign up at LearningRevolution.com. And, of course, we hope you'll join us to continue the conversation at Library 2.015 in October!

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Buncee

JUNE 10, 2019

The Buncee Bus is headed to Philadelphia for the 40th International Society for Technology in Education! sit in on any of our educator-led sessions at the booth. Rachelle Dene Poth- In Other Words , Book Signing @ 11AM. Shannon McClintock Miller- Share and Tell with Future Ready Librarians @ 1PM . Shannon Miller.

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Buncee

JANUARY 11, 2019

The Buncee Bus is on the way to the 39th Annual Future of Education Technology Conference in Orlando, Florida. Buncee is such a versatile tool that makes it easy for educators to address the ISTE standards and promote student choice. Shannon Miller-Name That Future Ready Librarian Wedge-3PM. Shannon Miller.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 14, 2019

We don’t have a booth, but we’ll be checking out all the exhibits, learning about the newest innovations in the education field, and connecting with colleagues and looking for all of our educator friends, partners and sponsors! Robert Furman is an educator, leader, principal, student, speaker, and published author.

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TeacherCast

JANUARY 16, 2022

In these situations, the best thing for the teacher is to allow themselves the opportunity to meet with and work with their coaches little bit by little bit to gain the trust needed to accept that the coach is there to support them and to help them grow as educators. How can the LMS Support the Coach?

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 17, 2017

We're excited to announce the keynote panelists for our our second of three Library 2.017 mini-conferences: "Digital Literacy + Fake News," which will be held online ( and for free ) on Thursday, June 1st, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Daylight Time (click for your own time zone). Please also join the Library 2.0 YouTube channel.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 31, 2017

Tomorrow (Thursday, June 1st) is our second of three Library 2.017 mini-conferences: "Digital Literacy + Fake News," being held online ( and for free ) from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Daylight Time (click for your own time zone). We invite all library professionals, educators, students, and others to participate this event.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JULY 29, 2020

WEDNESDAY'S SHOWS (July 29) : 10:00 AM - The Connected Classroom with Rusty May - "Teachers Unmuted - Preparing For What’s Next" with Tammie Greweld & Sheryl McAlearney – Master Teachers and SEL Educators." Host Rebecca Muller, Special Educator and Advocate. Let's talk about education and how to thrive!

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NeverEndingSearch

JULY 5, 2017

When my colleagues and I wrote our Social Media Curation Library Technology Report for ALA, we struggled with a definition. The folks we interviewed across library land curated in several different ways and we used the term curation differently depending on current community needs or where they were in any particular project.

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EdTechTeam

MARCH 22, 2019

Read a book. Sometimes even scanning my library’s website to find a good book is just as relaxing as actually reading. Check to see if your library offers the lending of e-books. You won’t even have to leave your house to check out a book! Coloring books? and the added compliment helps us mentally!

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

As an education company, we are deeply aware of the challenges faced during the pandemic for educators (and organizations like ours) and that those challenges were overwhelming. We know all too well that has caused strain on the educational system, staff retention, and more. We know that school libraries build communities.”

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

As we wave farewell to 2023 , we’re looking ahead to edtech trends in 2024 with optimism for education as a whole. Moving away from the pandemic, educators still grapple with learning loss and academic disparities and inequities. This begs the question: What’s next for education? What are the projections for edtech?

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The Daring Librarian

AUGUST 25, 2018

Three years ago I shared with you what I was buying to boost our Makerspace area using four empty Library study carrels that no longer held desktop Macs. Our MHMS Makerspace How it works: Kids can come in before school, during lunch, or when they've finished their work to explore, craft, and create in the Library Media Center.

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NeverEndingSearch

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Members of our library community have been trying to launch a hashtag for bridging school librarians and schools across the world for years. She also shared her vision for #inTLchat: I would love to be able to collaborate more with librarians on events like Battle of the Books. Never before has meaningful partnership been so possible.

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EdTechTeam

AUGUST 20, 2018

While this “app” is cute and kind of fun to make and use, its educational value is relatively limited. How does this redefine education? It really just augments education with cool and useful technology. Hence, Choose your own Adventure Books, which I adore by the way. Purpose Driven Education.

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The Daring Librarian

JANUARY 20, 2018

How to be a Teacher Librarian Rock Star - Branding Tips & Tricks First thing I gotta say, I don’t know that I really love the term Library Rockstars because I think ALL Teachers and Librarians are rock stars or has an inner rock star waiting to come out. Some educators wince and make a face when the subject of branding comes up.

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edWeb.net

JULY 22, 2019

How do you approach purchasing education technology tools? Noakes: Likewise, she always encourages educators to ask: How might tech support educators’ ability to differentiate learning in the classroom? Howard and Noakes: Howard encouraged educators to ask for documented and validated positive learning outcomes with actual kids.

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