EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 5, 2023

In some modern K–12 classrooms, students can travel to Egypt to explore the pyramids or treat patients in hyper-realistic simulations of medical environments, all without leaving their classrooms. Augmented, mixed, virtual or extended reality technologies make these scenarios possible. They use realistic 3D graphical interfaces that allow students to deeply immerse themselves in learning like never before.

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ViewSonic Education

OCTOBER 6, 2023

From grade school to higher education, Smart Classrooms have become a mainstay of the modern educational environment. For the uninitiated, Smart Classrooms are digitally equipped learning spaces that come tailored with an array of teaching and educational resources, most of which are dependent on some form of digital technology. Smart Classrooms have become popular because they provide a flexible, self-paced learning environment; one that levels the playing field for students by making education

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The post 3 Learnings Around Global STEM Education from the mEducation Alliance Symposium appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Since the release of ChatGPT late last year, the essay has been declared dead as an effective way to measure learning. After all, students can now enter any assigned question into an AI chatbot and get a perfectly formatted, five-paragraph essay back ready to turn in (well, after a little massaging to take out any AI “hallucinations”). As educators have looked to alternatives to assigning essays, one idea that has bubbled up is to bring back oral exams.

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Personalized Learning

eSchool News

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Immersive, experiential technology is transforming how both students and teachers learn. Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR and VR) provide deeper engagement, opportunities for collaboration, and hands-on learning that places newly acquired knowledge and skills in context. For students, immersive technology can make abstract concepts tangible through interactive visuals.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 1, 2023

A s readers of my blog know, I am incredibly passionate about pedagogically-sound personalized learning. Who wouldn’t be excited about implementing strategies that support ALL learners getting what they need when and where they need it to succeed? What is even more intriguing is that there is no one best way to personalize, something I wrote extensively about in Disruptive Thinking in Our Classrooms and this recent blog post.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 5, 2023

The post How a Youth-Led Initiative Aims to Improve Access to Education in Cameroon appeared first on Digital Promise.

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EdNews Daily

OCTOBER 5, 2023

By Norberto Perez The incorporation of a virtual, chat-based tutoring service into our plans for an after-school tutoring program was a natural fit for our students and teachers. Many schools and districts struggle to see the amount of usage they would prefer, but our school district is doing well. Our teachers and students love the flexibility of the tutoring service.

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Education Elements

OCTOBER 2, 2023

As schools and school districts strive to foster academic excellence and student achievement, teachers and school leaders often set aside their personal care. However, educator well-being is vital to the health and success of any educational environment. Educators who are well-supported can focus on what they do best – inspiring and guiding students.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 2, 2023

“Family physical education” refers to physical activities families do together that promote health and fitness. Why? How about: Bonding: an opportunity for shared experiences and mutual support. Healthy Lifestyle: healthy habits from a young age Quality Time: as a family Role Modeling: when children see parents value fitness, they are more likely to do the same Fun and Enjoyment: create happy memories.

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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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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The post How Indigenous Youth and Elders Work Together to Pass On Cultural Knowledge appeared first on Digital Promise.

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ViewSonic Education

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Eye care monitors can help you make screen time, the quality time for both your eyes and your body. No matter if you’re working on a computer, browsing social media, or reading this post, your eyes are constantly exposed to the glare of digital devices. This is why, you want to make sure to stay away from the digital eye strain and enjoy a restful sleep, steady productivity, and improved well-being.

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Education Elements

OCTOBER 5, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, implementing initiatives can make all the difference between thriving and merely surviving. The art of implementing initiatives well is a skill that requires a combination of strategy, systems, and responsive leadership. Whether you're a district leader, a campus administrator, or a classroom teacher, mastering this art is essential for achieving your goals and driving positive change within your learning community.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 6, 2023

As a working technology teacher, I get hundreds of questions from parents about their home computers, how to do stuff, how to solve problems. Each Tuesday, I’ll share one of those with you. They’re always brief and always focused. Enjoy! Q: What’s the easiest way to introduce 3rd graders to Excel charts? A: When students have gone through the spreadsheet basics and feel like that scary interface (with the blank boxes and letters and numbers) isn’t so scary, you’re ready to crea

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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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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 6, 2023

The post How Extra Time on Math Tests Impacts Students with Learning Disabilities appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Plato once quoted Socrates lamenting that, “If men learn this, it will implant forgetfulness in their souls; they will cease to exercise memory because they rely on that which is written.”1 The ancient philosopher was speaking, of course, of the latest technology in the B.C. era: hand-written scrolls. As humans, we’ve always had a somewhat complicated history with invention.

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EdNews Daily

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Who loves Science? We at Summit K12 do, and we are so excited to bring you this exclusive interview with Dr. Kate Biberdorf, “Kate the Chemist!” From her site, “Dr. Kate Biberdorf is a chemist, science entertainer, and professor at The University of Texas. Through her theatrical and hands-on approach to teaching, Dr. Biberdorf is breaking down the image of the stereotypical scientist while reaching students who might otherwise be intimidated by science.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Here are the most-read posts for the month of October: 9 Online Resources to Assist with ESL and ELL Tech Tip #14: Desktop Icons Disappear? Photoshop for Fifth Graders–Auto-fixes Tech Ed Resources–Mentoring and Coaching 12 Online Resources About 3D Printing What do Parents Ask About Technology in Education? Tech Tip #109 Five-second Backup Easy Photo Editing in MS Word 8 Online Resources for Animation How to Find Reliable Internet Sources Here’s a preview of what’s coming up in Octob

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 5, 2023

The post A Look at the National Increase: Micro-credentials Policy Map Reveals New Landscape Shift appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The need to strengthen the science, technology, math and engineering (STEM) careers pipeline has received renewed interest lately. Whether students can successfully flow through the pipeline to fill vital jobs in the country may have significance for the national interest , according to some observers. So what would it take to make STEM truly open to would-be future scientists?

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Waterford

OCTOBER 4, 2023

A guest post by Paul Martinez Inclusive Curriculum Writer & Editor at Waterford.org Research shows that children who see themselves reflected in an affirming manner in school curriculum are more likely to experience academic success[1][2]. We also know that children flourish when presented with a curriculum that helps them understand and explore others’ lives and perspectives[3].

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Editor’s note: This story led off this week’s Early Childhood newsletter, which is delivered free to subscribers’ inboxes every other Wednesday with trends and top stories about early learning. Email Address Choose from our newsletters Weekly Update Future of Learning Higher Education Early Childhood Proof Points Leave this field empty if you’re human: Just over 50 years ago, long before a global pandemic knocked 100,000 Canadian women out of the work force and left child care providers

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Speaker: Chris Paxton McMillin, President of D3 Training Solutions

There are plenty of great authoring tools for developing eLearning, but the one you select could directly impact your course's outcomes. Depending upon your learners’ needs and your organization’s performance goals, you could be overlooking considerations that impact the both effectiveness of your courses and how long it takes to finish them. From general capabilities to specific workflow structures, some aspects are critical when it comes to learning objectives and deadlines.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 6, 2023

How organizations can build useful, portable, research-backed micro-credentials to support learner agency and growth

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 4, 2023

When Mayra Valtierrez talks about the students in New Mexico public schools who are learning English, one thing becomes clear: It’s an incredibly diverse population. Parsing education data into snack-sized servings. The New Mexico Public Education Department is tasked with serving not only students who have grown up speaking Spanish but also Native American children who are learning English and newcomers from other countries.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The new Google for Education App Hub is the topic of our blog post today! You know how we’re always on the hunt for that perfect EdTech tool that’ll make our lives just a tad easier? The one that’ll streamline our workflow, engage our students, and maybe—just maybe—shave a few minutes off our never-ending admin tasks? Well, folks, it looks like Google has thrown its hat into the ring with their new Education App Hub , and I think they’re onto something big.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Key points: Seeking support from experienced teachers goes a long way in building confidence Technology, student engagement, and balance are all key to a successful first year See related article: 55 back-to-school tips and insights for a great year I’ll never forget my first day as a teacher. I was so excited to begin my career teaching kindergarten students who were deaf or hard of hearing.

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Speaker: Amanda Davis, Chief Experience Officer and Liam O'Malley, VP of Association Solutions

The "new normal" is now a little less new, a little more normal. Does that mean your current LMS strategy is in need of a refresh? Is your organization or association leaning into the always-evolving eLearning environment to ensure you have the tools and content to remain relevant through all this change? There are many complex decision-making processes within your learning & development strategy and LMS lifecycle management, including: Selection.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

OCTOBER 5, 2023

By Wayne Walters, Ed.D., Superintendent at Pittsburgh Public Schools Right now, K–12 educators and administrators are worried about closing equity gaps—educational disparities based on factors like race, disability, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, or gender. We’re also very focused on building capacity Keep Reading Wayne Walters, Ed.D.: Using Online Tutoring to Make Up for Lost Time & Close Equity Gaps The post Wayne Walters, Ed.D.: Using Online Tutoring to Make Up for Lost Time & Clo

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 4, 2023

This article is the second of a two-part series covering key principles to consider when integrating a generative AI creativity tool into your academic setting. Read the first article here. The first two principles focused on how to ensure that the AI tool not only fits with existing technology and workflows but equips students for their futures. These next three principles provide guidance on what to consider in your AI tool evaluation.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Math posters for classroom are the topic of our blog post today f you’re like me, you know how game-changing a well-placed poster can be for engaging students and reinforcing key concepts. But with a deluge of educational posters flooding the market, how do you pick the ones that truly enrich your teaching space? Fear not, fellow educators! I’ve done the legwork for you.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Key points: Students’ mental health concerns are at an all-time high–but access to resources is severely lacking Equitable access to mental health resources drives academic performance and success See related article: Effective SEL instruction isn’t possible without this key element Kids are facing a crisis unlike anything the U.S. has ever seen as young people face staggering rates of anxiety, depression and suicide.

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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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