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Technology is Here to Stay: Now What?

Ask a Tech Teacher

Additionally, I made of point of consulting with other teachers around the nation via Twitter on their experience with the platform. Rarely was I part of a conversation that considered the merits of a platform on student outcomes or incorporated data from independent studies. All of this requires considerable time. T4Edtech #edtech.

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Digital Citizenship & Data Collection

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

This topic came up in last night''s #engchat on Twitter about college admissions essays. Students tracking their digital footprint could make for a horrifying or surprising project and very relevant in this world where social media puts one''s actions on full display. The epiphany and final outcome is more important than the grade.

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Simulations as a Teaching Strategy

Ask a Tech Teacher

This is especially true in the case of instructional simulations, which by their nature cannot be passive and compel students to help anticipate outcomes, formulate probing questions and understand precisely what is being taught in detail. He can be found on Twitter @T4edtech, Linkedin , and on his YouTube Channel Transformative Edtech.

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How to Become a Citizen Scientist

Ask a Tech Teacher

While the involvement of a large number of individuals and its impact on productivity is an obvious outcome, community participation in scientific undertakings presents several unique opportunities for everyone involved. If you want to connect, you can find her on Facebook , Twitter , Medium , and her blog Essay Writing and More.

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What Gartner’s Top Tech Trends for 2019 Mean for Education

EdTech Magazine

As K–12 schools continue their E-rate processes for 2019, districts should be considering what tools are worth investing in to provide their students with the best outcomes in the coming year. . Digital Twins. Digital Ethics and Privacy. Artificial Intelligence Will Augment Data-Driven Initiatives. AI-Driven Development.

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21 Top Professional Development Topics For Teachers Now

The CoolCatTeacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Courses About How to Make EdTech Accessible Accessibility in the Digital Classroom In this course, you’ll explore both the foundational elements of online accessibility and the nitty-gritty technical knowledge you need to create an accessible digital classroom.

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Vector Solutions’ Student Safety & Wellness Courses Wins Platinum Award in THE Journal’s New Product Awards

eSchool News

Vector’s Student Safety & Wellness Courses are powerful, engaging web-based video lessons authored by subject-matter experts on topics such as Bullying & Cyberbullying, Youth Suicide Awareness, Alcohol, Vaping & Drug Prevention, Sexual Harassment, Digital Citizenship, Stress & Anxiety, Depression, and Healthy Relationships.

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