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Google Workspace for Education Helps Keep K–12 Users Secure

EdTech Magazine

Cybersecurity is a growing concern in education, and for good reason. Since 2020, “there has been an immense uptick in cyberthreats aimed at K–12,” says Ryan Eick, Google Workspace strategist at CDW•G. He says cybercrime is expanding at an alarming rate, with schools representing the most targeted U.S. segment for ransomware exploits. While ransomware is a big and potentially costly concern, there are other cyber worries as well, especially around “protecting student data and privacy,” says Cath

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Subscriber Special: Holiday Projects for Easter

Ask a Tech Teacher

Every month, subscribers to our newsletter get a free/discounted resource to help their tech teaching. Holiday Projects 4-2-23 through 4-7-23 Price slashed from $7.99 to $3.99 To get this huge savings, you must be a subscriber. If you aren’t [link] Copyright ©2023 askatechteacher.com – All rights reserved. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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Where to Find Digital Promise at #AERA23 in Chicago!

Digital Promise

The post Where to Find Digital Promise at #AERA23 in Chicago! appeared first on Digital Promise.

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What the Heck is AI and Why Does Every Product Have It?

Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler

Are you a teacher wondering about the buzz surrounding Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education? You're not alone! What the heck is AI? Let's break down what AI is and discuss why it could be a valuable tool for teachers. Also, be skeptical of EdTech products and be sure ask the right questions to ensure AI is being used in a student centered way that makes learning more humanizing, not more robotic.

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Quickly Create Personalized Learning Experiences that Work

How can we actively engage learners 24/7, on their level and according to their interests, while respecting their learning styles? It’s not impossible. In this guide: Explore how to transform traditional, one-way videos into two-way interactive learning experiences Understand different types of artificial intelligence (AI), including - Generative vs.

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Turnitin Turns On AI Writing Detection Capabilities for Educators and Institutions

eSchool News

OAKLAND, Calif. – Starting tomorrow, Turnitin – a leading provider of academic integrity solutions globally – will activate its AI writing detection capabilities. The technology identifies the use of AI writing tools including ChatGPT, with 98 percent confidence, enabling educators to analyze and review the authenticity of academic work.

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OPINION: Post-pandemic, let’s develop true education-to-workforce pathways to secure a better future

The Hechinger Report

The pandemic disrupted the “when I grow up” dreams of too many students, leaving fewer prepared for education and training after high school. An alarming number are now choosing not to enroll in higher education because they question its value, even though data clearly show s that a high school diploma is no longer sufficient currency for young people.

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Spotlight Teachers’ Lifelong Learning With the 2023 Teacher Leader Impact Award

Edthena

Teacher leaders are all around us – educators making an indelible impact in their schools and communities. Outstanding teacher leaders are dedicated to lifelong learning and continuous improvement of their teaching practices. Being a teacher leader isn’t about a specific title. It’s about how these educators keep learning and getting better so their students can receive the strongest education.

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AUTHOR JAMES STURTEVANT ON “HACKING STUDENT ENGAGEMENT”

American Consortium for Equity in Education

Times10 Publishing offers a great series of books for educators on HACKING EDUCATION ;ways to better the system, lessen any frustrations and really cut to the chase on curing everyday situations. The author of “Even More Hacking Engagement” joins us The post AUTHOR JAMES STURTEVANT ON “HACKING STUDENT ENGAGEMENT” appeared first on Equity in Education.

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Tech & Learning Launches New Online Community

techlearning

The new Tech & Learning Community is a hub where readers can share ideas and opinions, collaborate on solutions, and grow their PLNs nationwide.

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Support Hard-to-Reach Students With Mobile Learning Labs

edWeb.net

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast Equitable learning involves getting education where needed, even if students need help to reach their primary school destination. According to district leaders during the edLeader Panel, “ How Mobile Learning Labs Are Supporting Hard-to-Reach Students ,” the education system ensures that students have the support necessary for their educational growth.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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Best Of BETT 2023: Robots, AI, Smart Lockers And More Revealed

techlearning

The best of BETT 2023 is all lined up here live from the show as the latest education tech gets revealed.

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Future of STEM Education: Top 4 Reasons Why It Is Important In 2023

Kitaboo on EdTech

In today’s rapidly changing world, it has become increasingly important for educators to provide K12 students with the essential skills, tools, and resources necessary to succeed in a dynamic and competitive global marketplace. STEM education , which integrates science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, has emerged as a critical framework for achieving this goal.

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WizeFloor Shows How It Can Turn Any Floor Interactive At BETT 2023

techlearning

The WizeFloor projector system makes the floor interactive for engaging class time learning.

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267: How do you share your stories of hope?

The Thinking Stick

Thank you to our sponsor MackinVia for sponsoring today’s episode. Jeff’s book recommendation: The Dip by Seth Godin This week on the show we are honored to speak with Dr. Dana Goodier, the author of the book and podcast “Out of the Trenches” Dr. Dana Goodier has 23 years of experience in education. She has taught World Languages and English and worked as a middle school administrator.

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Reimagining Chickering & Gamson's Principles Post-Pandemic: Technology's Central Role in Modern Edu

This white paper examines and proposes revisions to the "Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education" introduced by Arthur Chickering and Zelda Gamson in 1987 for today's technology-driven world.

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EntrySign Shows BETT 2023 How Visitor Management Works Best

techlearning

EntrySign is the ideal sign in and visitor management system for education institutions.

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10 Effective Coaching Website Design Tips (+Examples)

Sell Courses Online

Are you looking for practical ways to design your coaching website so it converts visitors into clients?

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Dobot Magician E6 For Education Appears At BETT 2023

techlearning

Dobot Magician E6 is the education specific bot that's made for learning in varying subjects.

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The Role of Technology in Personalized Learning

Edsurge

Personalized learning has been a buzzword in education since the turn of the century. But what does it really mean? This past fall, I met with several education leaders to discuss this very topic and codify what it looks like in the classroom. Defining personalized learning Technology is associated with personalized learning for a variety of reasons.

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Behind the Bell: The Underlying Impact of Tardiness in K-12 Schools

Managing a K-12 campus with constant pressure to meet performance metrics is challenging. And tardiness can significantly limit a school from reaching these goals. Learn more about why chronic lateness matters, and key strategies to address the following impacts: Data errors caused by manual processes Low attendance and graduation rates that affect a school’s reputation Classroom disruption, which leads to poor academic performance High staff attrition and “The Teacher Exodus” Unmet LCAP goals t

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ViewSonic Universe Demoed At BETT 2023

techlearning

The ViewSonic Universe is a virtual classroom like no other.

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Why We Need to Teach Puberty Education in 4-6

MiddleWeb

Many problems that emerge in the 'wonder years' might be alleviated with a high quality puberty education program, writes health educator Wendy Sellers. "You will benefit from cultivating a more productive classroom climate and knowing you are meeting your students’ needs." The post Why We Need to Teach Puberty Education in 4-6 first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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4 simple strategies to help students ace standardized tests

eSchool News

Standardized tests can be hard on students. Many of us still remember the frustration and anxiety we experienced when we were younger and sat down for our first round of testing. To make matters worse, it’s fairly common for students who are doing well academically to find themselves stymied by a single bad testing experience. This “Know-Show Gap” can prevent teachers and schools from being able to represent the good work they do for the public.

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Maximizing Learning Potential: How eBook Software Is Enhancing Learning at Any Stage

Kitaboo on EdTech

In a world where knowledge is power, pursuing an education at any stage of life remains an essential endeavor. Yet, as technology continues to advance, so do the ways in which we approach education. In recent years, eBook software has emerged as a powerful tool in the realm of academia, offering innovative ways to enhance the learning experience for learners and educators alike.

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Enhancing HyFlex Education through the PowerTeaching Framework

This whitepaper explores integrating the PowerTeaching pedagogical approach within a HyFlex (Hybrid Flexible) educational model, focusing on employing cooperative learning strategies and efficient classroom management techniques.

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‘The reckoning is here’: More than a third of community college students have vanished

The Hechinger Report

Community colleges can help lift students into the middle class, but their enrollment has plummeted and their dropout rates are high. When Santos Enrique Camara arrived at Shoreline Community College in Washington State to study audio engineering, he quickly felt lost. This story also appeared in The Associated Press “It’s like a weird maze,” remembered Camara, who was 19 at the time and had finished high school with a 4.0 grade-point average.

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How eBook Publishing Software Enhances Learning and Engagement in Higher Education

Kitaboo on EdTech

eLearning has been a rising trend in higher education in the last decade. Easy accessibility, higher affordability, and greater convenience have made eLearning a popular alternative to traditional classes. eBook publishing software today offers advanced features that create a highly immersive learning experience. It harnesses the power of modern technologies, bringing innovative ways to improve students’ performance and retention.

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Are the challenges of Puerto Rico’s schools a taste of what other districts will face?

The Hechinger Report

SALINAS, Puerto Rico — There was little her family could salvage. Just a few plastic chairs, some photos, her school uniform. This story also appeared in The Guardian The flooding last fall that devastated the home of Deishangelxa Nuez Galarza, a fifth grader in this coastal area of southern Puerto Rico, also closed her elementary school, El Coquí, for three days while staff cleaned out a foot of muddy water from every first floor room.