Graphite Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

It's more important than ever to have these tough conversations with our students. But the thought of you and your students discussing race is much scarier to white supremacists. But the thought of you and your students discussing race is much scarier to white supremacists. Here are eight ways to make a difference.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 2, 2020

Now that online games have become so popular among K-12 students, school and district administrators can use gamification techniques to create a positive school climate and encourage positive behavior by individual students who have differing needs. Gamifying PBIS.

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Buncee

AUGUST 15, 2018

At Buncee, we know that when you give students the tools to create their own way, it not only helps them better retain what they’re learning, but it also builds confidence. We want to empower our students, so with Buncee 3.0, New Media Options is just one of the new features and tools we’ve added to our Buncee 3.0

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Hack Education

DECEMBER 22, 2017

This is part ten of my annual look at the year’s “ top ed-tech stories ” Perhaps it’s no surprise that there was so much talk this year about education, technology, and emotional health. I mean, 2017 really sucked, and we’re all feeling it. And “people” here certainly includes students.

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Graphite Blog

JULY 7, 2021

Pixar's Inside Out is a movie that's all about feelings, and this makes it perfect for sparking discussions with kids about social and emotional learning. Since the central characters all embody a different emotion, students learn to see parts of themselves or their experiences in each character.

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The Cornerstone for Teachers

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

In my travels and conversations with educators from coast to coast, there is a resounding panic from teachers feeling unprepared and ill-equipped to support disengaged students. Scenario Two : Students have a hard time staying in class. This is part of the process of re-engaging students. Sleepers never prosper.

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Graphite Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2016

Building SEL (social and emotional learning) skills such as compassion requires face-to-face interactions, meaningful discussion, and reflection. Edtech is no complete substitute for that, but there are tools that can supplement the development of character in the classroom and at home. Why Compassion?

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Graphite Blog

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

Either way, we've got you covered. Start with the Google Cardboard headset (it's only $15), and whether you're using iOS, Android, Chromebooks, or iPads, we've curated an assortment of apps and lesson plans to try out with your students. Don't forget to check out our Top Picks list for even more tool ideas.

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The Cornerstone for Teachers

APRIL 18, 2021

And most importantly, how can you be sure you’re showing up as the person your students need you to be? Pandemic teaching is changing our self-identity and teaching practices. The sudden and rapid changes of the past year have illuminated the unsustainable practices of how we do school. Recap and Big Ideas.

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Buncee

JUNE 23, 2021

There are a lot of buzzwords in education right now, and some represent passing fads of the latest and greatest, but others are research-backed, proven, and here to stay. As stated on the Network for Educator Effectiveness (NEE) website, “NEE focuses on teaching practices that research shows have a large effect size.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 26, 2021

It’s been a rough year, especially for students. When schools begin to operate at fuller capacity post-COVID, they will need to nurture students more than ever. The Urgency and Value of SEL. SEL is much needed, emphasized by Pam Allyn, author, educator, and literacy advocate who founded LitWorld. “We’ve

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Graphite Blog

DECEMBER 21, 2016

In 2016 the Common Sense Education editorial staff evaluated close to 170 apps, games, and websites for learning potential and classroom implementation. This year (as in years past) there are some very innovative tools on this list. Arts and SEL: Gone Home. Price: Free; Platform: Web; Grades: 1–6. ELA: CommonLit.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Key points: School libraries have evolved to offer students and teachers everything they need See article: Modern students need modern librarians See article: 10 reasons we love school librarians For more news on school libraries, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page What makes an effective school library?

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Hack Education

DECEMBER 30, 2019

For the past ten years, I have written a lengthy year-end series, documenting some of the dominant narratives and trends in education technology. Oh yes, I’m sure you can come up with some rousing successes and some triumphant moments that made you thrilled about the 2010s and that give you hope for “the future of education.”

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