The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 12, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Students can build apps and collaboration skills at the same time. Today's episode features my friend Alefiya Master, the CEO of MAD-Learn, and the sponsor of today's show. It was in Atlanta that she was presenting… what was her name, Kennedy?

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 5, 2020

According to McIsaac and Gunawardena (2001), we must consider the following four concepts essential to effective distance learning for our students, which are transactional distance, learner control, social context, and interaction. Digital Learning Theories and Frameworks. Further Reading and Exploration.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 24, 2019

Online Collaborative Learning Theory by Linda Harasim. The following resources provide more insight on various digital learning theories and frameworks, including the ones mentioned in this post: Teaching in a Digital Age (2nd Edition): Guidelines for designing teaching and learning by A.W. The TPACK Framework.

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techieMusings

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

I met with concerned parents and sent home emails about my teaching philosophy with a detailed explanation of how powerful, collaborative learning was happening in the classroom (a fear was that students were now required to learn all the material on their own, at home, through video; clearly, I had not explained things well!).

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Key points: Technology in K-12 classrooms can revolutionize education Choosing the right edtech requires a thoughtful and strategic approach Learn more about K-12 Tech Innovation News Technology transforms K-12 education by enhancing engagement, personalizing learning, and fostering collaboration.

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ViewSonic Education

MARCH 2, 2022

Digital whiteboards are tools designed to present, interact, and collaborate. It facilitates business meetings, project updates or letting absent students view materials presented during class. You can combine notes, create documents, artworks, lessons, presentations, and later store content in significant memory space.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 24, 2019

Online Collaborative Learning Theory by Linda Harasim. The following resources provide more insight on various digital learning theories and frameworks, including the ones mentioned in this post: Teaching in a Digital Age (2nd Edition): Guidelines for designing teaching and learning by A.W. The TPACK Framework.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Lock from the University of Calgary has developed a four-item framework to help teachers design authentic collaborative learning. Teachers can use the inquiry-based learning approach as a starting point for building the global collaboration project. Intentional integration of ICT/edtech. Professor Jennifer V.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

was built on various cultures coming together to collaborate, learn, and help each other. This Thanksgiving let’s help our future leaders learn the value of diversity and coming together despite differences to better the world. Feel free to download the slide presentation below.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 5, 2022

She served on the leadership team for the EdTech Coaches Network of ISTE from 2015-2020, was a Future Ready Schools Instructional Coaches Thought Leader from 2017-2020, is a cohost of the Restart Recharge Podcast for coaches, and is a Google Certified Innovator, Coach, and Trainer. Lumio sponsored this episode. Katie finished her Ed.D.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 2, 2018

“We have more group-based learning going on, but we also accommodate individual instruction. Our goal is to enhance learning, and it works. SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks! Enable Different Styles of Learning with Flexible Classrooms .

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 13, 2018

Some popular synchronous online learning delivery methods make use of best of both worlds (the traditional classroom and online learning courses) and ensure that social learning opportunities are amply present. Rest assured, online learning will impact social learning. Developing critical thinking.

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techieMusings

JUNE 21, 2023

Early in my teaching career, I attended a conference where a presenter shared a statement that has stuck with me ever since: “If there’s no sharing, there’s no learning. Bullis’s administration also places a strong emphasis on growth and collaborative learning. ” –Darren Kuropatwa.

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myViewBoard

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Additionally, once these challenges are fully understood, educators need to find ways to overcome them and deliver an excellent learning experience for students who are physically present and for those who are learning remotely. Keep reading for a breakdown of four challenges associated with hybrid learning and their solutions.

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ViewSonic Education

MAY 31, 2019

Interactive touch screen displays are masterful at enabling collaboration. Or engage with a learning game. All of which, by the way, are recommended activities for active learning.) Add collaboration software and students can cast and share content from their seats. It’s an ideal way to brainstorm.

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NeverEndingSearch

JULY 1, 2019

In fact, well-known presenters are using the hashtag to share their own presentations. For instance, Kasey Bell generously shared her own resource-packed presentations on her Shake Up Learning Blog prior to the conference. You won’t want to miss AASL’s Best Apps for 2019, presented last week at ALA in D.C. (We

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Shake Up Learning

AUGUST 20, 2018

The post 15 Collaborative Tools for Your Classroom That Are NOT Google appeared first on Shake Up Learning. There are hundreds of fantastic collaborative learning tools! Click here to join the Shake Up Learning Community.). This post contains 15 collaborative tools for your classroom that are NOT Google.

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Edsurge

APRIL 6, 2020

I am an edtech consultant and student of experience design at the University of the Arts, London. Instead, I asked to video conference with my interviewees, which gave me the chance to understand how schools’ closure is shaping learning for the long term. Needless to say, the trips didn’t take place.

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Edsurge

MAY 10, 2017

From legal acronyms to the names of edtech trends, there seems to be an unending stream of new buzzwords—and accompanying tools—for educators to learn. Collaboration Edtech companies frequently boast that their tools allow students and teachers to collaborate as they write, record, design, and create.

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myViewBoard

OCTOBER 12, 2020

The concept of hybrid learning is still relatively new and teachers are still very much in the process of getting to grips with it – which is why tips for hybrid teaching can be so useful. Encourage Collaborative Learning. Read on for further information, including four tips that can help you with hybrid teaching.

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Shake Up Learning

AUGUST 17, 2021

I often refer to the 4 C’s as the “ Superfoods of Learning.” ” Every time I walk into a classroom and see something amazing, at least one of the four Cs are present, if not more. Every Dynamic Learning Experience should include at least one of the four Cs. Let them experience speaking and presenting.).

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techieMusings

MAY 19, 2016

Their end goal is to create a digital presentation. Many students create a Weebly site to present their learning. I observed students learning a wide range of courses – from nursing, to genetics, to photography. Again, the space is ideal for this type of learning. Arts and Applied Technology.

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Gaggle Speaks

MARCH 25, 2015

Lesson learned #1: Eyeballs are not a business model. One of my very memorable failures was in 2003, when I went to Austin ISD to present to the technology team as the final step of a large purchase. Lesson learned #2: Show up prepared, or you are doomed to fail. After all, “I’m the Gaggle Guy.” The list goes on and on.

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Gaggle Speaks

MARCH 25, 2015

Lesson learned #1: Eyeballs are not a business model. One of my very memorable failures was in 2003, when I went to Austin ISD to present to the technology team as the final step of a large purchase. Lesson learned #2: Show up prepared, or you are doomed to fail. After all, “I’m the Gaggle Guy.” The list goes on and on.

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Omega Notes

JUNE 30, 2019

Developing a product that focuses on real-time collaboration, in an education context, presents certain unique challenges. From the student’s perspective, real-time collaboration may just be a fancy word for direct messaging. So how can Edtech firms stand out? At Omega Notes, we believe that integration is king.

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Shake Up Learning

JULY 5, 2022

Fighting Exclusion: Shake Up Inclusive Learning. Lumio is a digital learning tool that will transform your lessons into active, collaborative learning experiences. Mike is a RESNA Certified Assistive Technology Professional and the 2017 ISTE Inclusive Learning Network Outstanding Educator. © Shake Up Learning 2022.

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techieMusings

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

Opportunities for collaborative learning and peer-to-peer teaching are be provided through the class Slack channel and weekly Google Hangout sessions (1 full group and 1 small group), as mentioned above. What is Pear Deck : Pear Deck is an interactive presentation tool used to actively engage students in individual and social learning.

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Shake Up Learning

MAY 23, 2022

By contrast, using an attendance app, preferably one that defaults to all students present so you only need to uncheck absent students takes less than 60 seconds. You can create your own presentations that your students can absorb at their own pace. Are all the seats full? Taking attendance is complete at a glance! .

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Teacher Reboot Camp

AUGUST 15, 2015

Below is a slide presentation ( download for free ) of some of my favorite tips, apps, and resources to help you get your students on Google Hangouts. Get your copy of The 30 Goals for Teachers or Learning to Go. Collaborative Learning with Google Hangouts from Shelly Sanchez Terrell. Enjoyed these resources?

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 23, 2023

In today’s blog post I am sharing with you this handy collection of best vocabulary apps for students that I carefully curated based on my long standing experience as both language teacher and EdTech blogger. This system adjusts the frequency of flashcard presentation based on your mastery, making your review sessions more effective.

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Shake Up Learning

JUNE 1, 2021

In this episode, I’m chatting with Kim Mattina, Shake Up Learning Trainer , podcaster, and co-author of Teaching with Jamboard. Kim shares some awesome ideas for using Jamboard to engage students in the 4 c’s and many collaborative learning activities. Learn more: jamboard.google.com. © Shake Up Learning 2021.

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Shake Up Learning

MARCH 5, 2018

Let them experience speaking and presenting.). Collaboration : Learning and working in groups or teams, locally and/or globally, to achieve a goal. Examples: Ensure there is a purpose to the collaboration and not just group work. Student Choice + 4 C’s = Supercharged Learning! The 4 C’s Learning Menu.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 11, 2019

And, starting the learning process in grades K-2 can build students’ confidence and reduce the challenges they face later when working on coding projects in the upper grades. During a recent edWebinar , ways to develop early coding skills through playful learning were presented by Leanna Prater, Ed.D., About the Presenter.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JULY 15, 2023

As a seasoned educator with many years spent in the classroom and now an edtech blogger, I understand the anticipation, excitement, and, yes, even the slight nervousness that comes with the first day of school. Throughout my teaching career, I’ve always believed in the importance of making learning enjoyable, engaging, and interactive.

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Shake Up Learning

JUNE 14, 2022

There are so many ways to use it in the classroom and to improve learning. Lumio is a digital learning tool that will transform your lessons into active, collaborative learning experiences. Voiceover Presentation. While it’s possible to add audio to a presentation, that audio will only record within each slide.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

APRIL 9, 2018

Below is a slide presentation of full of tips, apps, and resources to help you get your students collaborating on Hangouts on Air. Get your copy of Hacking Digital Learning , The 30 Goals Challenge , or Learning to Go. Collaborative Learning with Hangouts on Air from Shelly Sanchez Terrell.

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techieMusings

MAY 19, 2016

Their end goal is to create a digital presentation. Many students create a Weebly site to present their learning. I observed students learning a wide range of courses – from nursing, to genetics, to photography. Again, the space is ideal for this type of learning. Arts and Applied Technology.

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