A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 22, 2020

We know that teachers, like they always do, will rise to the occasion. Now I am not saying that teachers shouldn’t do this. Technology, if available for your learners, can play a vital role in accomplishing this goal. Here is where app smashing comes into play. So, what does this all mean?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Ask a Tech Teacher contributor, Roman Zhidkov, has interesting ideas on easy ways to learn a new language using already-available online technology: How to Use Tech for Language Learning As an educator, I’m always looking for ways to facilitate learning through technology. One popular and free flashcard app worth trying is Quizlet.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 5, 2023

Here are a few suggestions from one of our Ask a Tech Teacher crew: How to Introduce Tech to Kids as a Parent As modern parents, we all want to give our children the best opportunities available. Introducing technology to your children can be a positive experience that can help them learn and develop valuable skills.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Jackie Gerstein Recently, EdSurge spoke with three participants of the AI Explorations program to learn about its impact in K-12 classrooms: Dr. These innovative educators discussed how AI education makes students and themselves more human by sharing their experiences in planning and implementing AI activities in their classes.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 29, 2021

IoT in education impacts the school, the teacher, and the student offering modern solutions for a safe, engaging, and motivating learning environment. Teachers can screen capture students’ work and give instant feedback. Read more: How teachers can use smart boards in the classroom.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter We educators need to rest and recover this summer. Learning online will also help us become better teachers and now is the perfect time to take an online course. This needs to be an area of understanding for every teacher. All opinions are my own.

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

When you think back to your school years, you probably remember those teachers who made classes interesting. After all, engaging classes are about the teacher. However, once technology came into play, it improved the teaching experience considerably. . They would always find a way to make even the dullest lessons captivating.

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Neo LMS

MARCH 15, 2022

For this to happen, teachers can opt for a mix of game-based learning tools, conducting a quick assessment or social and emotional learning (SE)L check-in, or asking students to create and share what they have learned in a way that meets their interests. Students should also be part of the process of deciding on different tools to try.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Let’s explore how these strategies promote engagement, critical thinking, and deeper understanding among students, enhancing academic success. Think-Pair-Share promotes deeper exploration of concepts and enhances communication skills. So, what are the three active strategies? What are three active learning strategies?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 22, 2023

Teachers have known for decades that ‘summer learning loss’ is a reality. To prevent this, teachers try approaches such as summer book reports, but students complain they intrude on their summer time. When teachers make it optional, many don’t participate. You might even have siblings compete.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

HowStuffWorks defines it this way: using computer technology to create a simulated, three-dimensional world that a user can manipulate and explore while feeling as if he were in that world. . If you use the Expeditions app (see below), here’s a curated spreadsheet of 900 free expeditions available to you and your classes.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 7, 2024

Today, I want to dive into the world of Chrome drawing apps. From annotating web pages to creating detailed diagrams, these apps bring a new dimension to digital learning. Let’s explore together the features, benefits, and educational potentials of these tools.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Computer science has taken a priority slot for K–12 teachers , as experts forecast a majority of jobs will incorporate some kind of coding skills or computational thinking by as early as 2020. . MORE FROM EDTECH: Find out what professional development your teachers need to run a successful makerspace ! eli.zimmerman_9856.

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Edsurge

JUNE 2, 2023

For example, an AR app can create interactive 3D models of historical artifacts or scientific specimens that students can learn from and explore. Augmented reality (AR) continues to gain importance in our everyday lives. The use of AR can make learning more accessible while increasing the engagement of all students.

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ViewSonic Education

MAY 22, 2022

Read on to learn about what digital accessibility is and why it’s essential for all academic institutions, or explore ViewSonic’s collection of Education solutions for the modern classroom. . Let’s explore some specific examples of digital accessibility in action. Schools shape how we see the world and pave the way for growth.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 21, 2019

When Kimberly Head-Trotter, a teacher at McKissack Middle School in Nashville, Tenn., realized how enthusiastic her social studies students were about the civil rights movement, she decided to help them explore the rich history of their own city through project-based learning. marquita.brown_tC0Z. Fri, 06/21/2019 - 14:43.

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ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

EdTech offers personalized learning, real-time feedback, and vast resources for students while empowering teachers to create engaging lessons and tailor instruction. To overcome this, we present the essential factors teachers and administrators should consider. What Are Interactive Learning Platforms?

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Early exposure to technology can help children develop digital literacy skills. Around 70% of kindergartners can use educational apps on tablets or smartphones. And how much is too much? Not all technology use is good , and overuse can hold students back.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 23, 2023

When it comes to guitar apps, the web is teeming with all kinds of applications but only few really deliver quality performance. In today’s post, I curated for you some of the best guitar learning apps out there. Related: Best Animation Apps for iPad Guitar Apps for iPad Here are our top picks for guitar apps for iPad: 1.

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Educational Technology Guy

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Google just announced Google Kids Space , a new kids mode on select Android tablets that features apps, books and videos for your kids to explore, learn and have fun. Google also has a new Kids Tab in Google Play that helps parents find "teacher-approved" apps for their kids. Follow me on Twitter and Google+.

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Neo LMS

DECEMBER 23, 2021

3 Before Me is a teaching method that boosts student independence and team playing skills development. The basic idea of this teaching method is quite simple: before reaching out to the teacher, the student must ask for help from three different people. Both are essential at school and in life. How does 3 Before Me work?

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JULY 14, 2017

Lately, I’ve been exploring the great outdoors with my newborn, Savannah. Get your copy of The 30 Goals for Teachers or Learning to Go. Ask me about training your teachers, ShellyTerrell@gmail.com ! Others find it through free apps that list hints, the longitude, and latitude. Send them on field research.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

The group of four graduate students is creating a free app to help teachers build data literacy skills in the classroom. Building this app and seeing what other schools are doing reinforces how much education is a community effort,” says Haiman Wong, an American University data science graduate student. Census Bureau.

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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! 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. Let’s dig into what makes Google’s Education App Hub a potential game-changer in the EdTech world.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

As far back as history reaches, they played a vital role in helping students. Their shelves are stacked with the wisdom of civilizations, offering a passage through time for anyone willing to explore them. We wouldn’t be where we are without them. You might think libraries are withering away, but it’s not true.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Game On: Teachers Should Continue to Gamify Classrooms. Let’s be honest: If a student had a choice between playing a game or doing a math worksheet, he’d pick the game 100 percent of the time. That doesn’t mean teachers have to turn over their classrooms to “Fortnite,” “Clash of Clans” and “Pokémon Go.” jena.passut_7651.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 20, 2023

I provide staff development and training, and many of the teachers I work with are enthusiastic about trying new tools. But I’ve seen a lot of teachers dive in too quickly, selecting and using a tool without carving out time to think through how to implement it with fidelity. Unfortunately, this critical step is often an afterthought.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 30, 2023

In this post, we’ll delve into a diverse selection of educational iPad apps for students. I have already reviewed and recommend these apps in several posts here in Educators Technology and today I am aggregating them all in a signle list so you can easily access them. They can add text, images, audio, and even video.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

A few days ago, young children were welcomed to explore a virtual world full of blue skies and sunshine right alongside a doe-eyed blond baby boy, who has become one of the most popular characters in children’s programming. They were invited to have a “playdate with JJ.”

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 12, 2020

This can be played online or as an app through Google Play. Play this as an introduction to the mystery that is space. This site includes lots of information about space suits, how they’re used and why, and then provides a clickable image that allows students to explore every part of it. Cost: Free.

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 11, 2018

While some teachers are still grappling with the intricacies of EdTech, Gen Z kids are more than eager to welcome technology into the classroom. You don’t have to be a fortune teller to predict that Educational Technology is the future of our learning and education system. The decline of arts in education. How Edtech can help.

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Neo LMS

DECEMBER 15, 2020

But the diversity of each classroom is given by the teachers as well, and what tools each of them chooses to include (or not) in the instructional process. Reasons for this vary, from a lack of school funding to a lack of teachers’ confidence with using new tools and equipment in the classroom.

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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 reality, experts say, is young children may play games or use apps that include a chat option. How to Teach Cyber Safety in Kindergarten.

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Teachers and parents can help them learn more about our world using lessons that integrate Google Earth. For those seeking adventure, families and school groups can search for small treasures such as inexpensive plastic toys and coins by using the Geocaching app to explore real locations. Understand maps and navigate with them.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Role-Playing and Simulations: Role-playing activities and simulations immerse students in realistic scenarios, allowing them to apply knowledge and skills in authentic contexts. Six key strategies include: Peer Instruction: This method involves students teaching and explaining concepts to their peers.

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Edsurge

MARCH 13, 2023

How can teachers engage students to learn problem-solving skills across the curriculum? In the process, students develop persistence and creativity while teachers connect their learning with professional standards aligned with ISTE micro-credentials. EdSurge: How would you describe the CoolThink curriculum adoption for your school?

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User Generated Education

JANUARY 22, 2023

As I always do, I am exploring its use in my classes (elementary-level gifted education). I still am an early adopter of technologies in that I believe many can benefit students in their learning. As many in education know, commentary about ChatGPT is appearing on the news, social media, and the internet.

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