A Principal's Reflections

MAY 10, 2020

Education will not be the same. Through all this adversity, educators have risen to the occasion and have begun the tedious process of redefining education and what real learning really should be. That is how we must look at the present situation. In times of chaos, opportunity arises.

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Hapara

DECEMBER 4, 2023

That’s why teaching digital citizenship has to be part of our roles as educators. Also, many families do have mobile phones with online access, so giving learners tools that are mobile-friendly will support equitable access to instruction. Educators should also teach learners about the public domain and Fair Use.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 15, 2024

Mobile applications Numerous smartphone apps are tailored for tracking family members’ locations. Stay updated on their social media activity, online friendships, and potential risks. Educating Your Child on Safety Raising awareness Educate your child about safety practices both online and offline.

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Neo LMS

JANUARY 20, 2016

Everywhere we go, here and there, people always seem to have a mobile device in their hands, be it a smartphone or a tablet. It’s almost a sin not to own a mobile device. Our mobile devices are online 24/7. Mobile learning of course. The pros The most obvious reason is that almost everyone owns a mobile device.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 10, 2023

Avatars are especially ideal to use for profile pics on social media or gaming websites. For mobile apps, check out best avatar making apps. Once the avatar is completed, you can share it on social media websites or download it in png format and use it on your blog or website.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 19, 2022

There are also mobile apps that let you create custom countdown widgets displaying the number of days left to the new year. In this post, I share with you some of the best new year’s countdown tools and apps to use on your computer as well as mobile devices.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 16, 2023

As an edtech blogger with years of experience in reviewing apps, I’ve had the opportunity to explore a wide array of tools designed to enhance creativity and productivity in the realm of education. Among these, video editing apps have stood out as vital tools for both educators and students.

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Dangerously Irrelevant

FEBRUARY 3, 2018

Marc Prensky said: Let’s admit that the real reason we ban cell phones is that, given the opportunity to use them, students would “vote with their attention,” just as adults “vote with their feet” by leaving the room when a presentation is not compelling. See also Walking out on bad presenters. via Listen to the Natives.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JUNE 21, 2019

Recently I presented a webinar for Simple K12, 10+ QR Code Activities to Inspire Curiosity and Active Learning. You can scan the QR codes in the presentation to take part in a poll, listen to my toddler’s audio greeting, contribute to an online sticky board, and to contribute to an online collaborative story. Create QR Audio Messages.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 12, 2021

Also, you can choose various educational programs and appropriate content that enhances your child’s skills and abilities. These tools enable you to monitor their mobile devices and computers, so you know whatever your child is doing online. Educate Your Child about Privacy and Protection. Learn Parental Control Tools.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

They grew up with the Internet, social media, and mobile devices. Educators have experienced life without the Internet and social media. Students are presented with a choice of digital missions with real world impact. For many of our students, technology is just another aspect of their lives.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 11, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In this episode, I had the pleasure of talking with Brian Page, a former Milken National Educator of the Year with 15 years of experience in the education field. We only recommend the best in education on the 10 Minute Teacher!

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Kitaboo on EdTech

MARCH 20, 2023

As someone in the field of education, it’s possible you’ve kept your business away from digital marketing as much as possible. Today, it is not only imperative for educational institutions to jump on the marketing bandwagon, it’s also become crucial for content creators (whether they are educators or publishers) to market educational content.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 4, 2024

So far, discussions have been dominated by UNESCO’s recent counsel calling on schools to ban mobile phones. Gen-Z has grown up on technology, and we can’t simply ignore the advantages this can provide when helping them to engage with their education.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JUNE 19, 2018

This week my daughter, Savvy, Kelly Jake Duncan , and I are headed to the ISTE Conference as official ISTE media and to present. Even if you aren’t the first one, then you will still have the opportunity to be interviewed by us for ISTE and share the exciting things you are doing in education. Where to Catch Us!

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 7, 2020

Problems include administering and grading assessments, taking attendance, finding backchannel tools that enable them to stay in touch with students, and keeping viewers engaged during video presentations. Completed forms are shared via a link, social media, or integrated into DropBox, Google Docs, and other popular platforms.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

MARCH 15, 2023

Online, specifically on social media, catching the viewer’s attention is more important than ever before. That goes for images for blog posts, images for social media and or in meetings and presentations. Presentations Another tip for working with images is to get creative when making presentations.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 25, 2015

Technology still gets a bad rap in many education circles. This ends up resulting in the formation of rules and policies that severely restrict or prohibit student use of mobile technology and social media as tools to support and/or enhance learning. Today’s students text or communicate via social media.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JUNE 30, 2016

Below are a few tips and resources from my presentation, Engaging Parents with Technology and Social Media. Every school needs a social media plan and guidelines. Check out how other schools use social media to inform parents. Feel free to download the slides. Create a form to gain parent information.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

The education sector has undergone significant changes in the last decade. By incorporating technology into K-12 education model, institutes are aiming to improve the teaching and learning processes in schools and universities. Let us have a look at top 7 innovations in K-12 education: 1.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2019

One reality of the increasingly connected K–12 classroom is even the youngest students are routinely going online, using email and engaging with mobile apps that collect their information. The curriculum focuses on media balance and well-being, privacy and security, building an online reputation, bullying and more.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Open through April 22, 2022, educators and educational professionals are encouraged to enter daily for a chance to win. . Presented by the Siemens Foundation—a leader in advancing STEM workforce development and education initiatives, and Discovery Education—the worldwide?EdTech?leader

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 17, 2013

Digital leaders seize upon the opportunity presented by digital tools (i.e. social media, mobile apps, video conferencing) to meet stakeholders where they are in order to convey a message and elicit feedback on initiatives. Communication Corwin Digital Leadership Joe Mazza PIllars of Digital Leadership Social Media'

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Hubbli

JULY 27, 2023

Introduction: Summer break presents a prime opportunity for private schools to revamp their marketing strategies and attract new students. With families actively researching educational options during this period, it’s crucial for schools to optimize their outreach efforts to stand out from the competition.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 5, 2015

In 2009, I began my journey as a connected educator and learned how to use social media and web tools to share my knowledge and materials. I recently presented a webinar about this topic, which you can find on Simple K12. I’ve been very blessed to be able to train teachers and teach students in over 20 countries.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 5, 2015

In 2009, I began my journey as a connected educator and learned how to use social media and web tools to share my knowledge and materials. I recently presented a webinar about this topic, which you can find on Simple K12. I’ve been very blessed to be able to train teachers and teach students in over 20 countries.

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EdTech4Beginners

JULY 8, 2017

I am very happy to have been asked to present at the Global EdTech Summit 2017. I have no doubt that it will be an excellent event – topics include: Digital Transformation In Higher Education. Social Media Learning: How To leverage Social Media in the Classroom. The Future of Educational Technology.

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Edsurge

JUNE 6, 2022

The debate about mobile phones in the classroom can get heated. We all struggle to put down our phones and be present. If you look at nearly any study that analyzes the relationship between phone use, notifications, social media and mental health, it's virtually always a net negative. He’s had a change of heart.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 17, 2017

As President and CEO of Digital Promise and Senior Vice President of Educational Partnerships at Discovery Education, we spend much of our time on the road, meeting with school leaders and teachers across the country. Stories have the power to inform, inspire, connect, and mobilize. initiative. Next up, amplify your message!

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Edsurge

MAY 19, 2023

As schools continue to grapple with a student mental health crisis , could makerspaces also present an opportunity to support students’ well-being overall? Duenyas, an associate professor of counselor education, is a former teacher and certified counselor. And even a creative way for counselors to get their young patients to open up?

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Social media is one of them. An increasing number of our students use social media and especially Facebook to socialize, connect, and (hopefully) learn. The good news is that we can leverage the potential of this social media website to enhance students learning. Facebook Templates!

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Mark Smithers

MARCH 20, 2024

Social media platforms should be held accountable for design choices and preventing online harassment to promote better mental health. Social media can exacerbate the mental health crisis, especially among adolescents, whose vulnerable brains are susceptible to its effects.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JUNE 23, 2016

“I am of the opinion that my life belongs to the whole (education) community and as long as I live, it is my privilege to do for it whatever I can. I have also listed some other free events I am going to try to attend that look like great opportunities to meet other passionate educators that do not require ISTE badges.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 8, 2019

About a decade ago, I began to notice a shift, and now the vast majority of students admit that it’s technological distractions—texting, social media apps and online streaming—that often prevent them from completing work and being engaged in class. But how does that work? Here are a few tips.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 8, 2018

Vivek Singh, education professional and contributor to Ask a Tech Teacher, has some interesting ideas on using your native LMS as a social learning platform. Education, thus, has its roots in the earliest social interactions. These may be hosted by experts, teachers, to facilitate interaction and social learning.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JUNE 14, 2018

He received a free copy of my book, Learning to Go: Lesson Ideas for Teaching with Mobile Devices, Cell Phones and BYOT. Teaching Critical Reading Skills Resources and Presentation. Congratulations to Jared Wall ( @jwalledtech ) who shared the idea to make read alouds more engaging. Ways to Get Students Engaged with Novels.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

OCTOBER 3, 2022

When creating presentations, Venn diagrams will also help you synthesize information into comprehensible and easily digestible sets of data. In this post, I share with you some of my favourite picks for teachers and educators. Your final product can be shared online using a live link or on social media.

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