Neo LMS

JULY 8, 2021

As such, instructional videos do more than simply convey information, they are useful teaching tools that replace traditional lectures. On the flip side, teachers often don’t have the expertise to create these videos. If you’re using video software made specifically for teaching, then the job gets so much easier.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The Ask a Tech Teacher team has written a great article on behavioral learning in the classroom. If the entire concept is alien to you at the moment, hold tight as we talk you through the main aspects, and how they can hold relevance in modern teaching environments. And if you want to earn your psychology Ph.D.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 21, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter “In today's episode, we're thrilled to have Jay Schroder, author of “ Teach From Your Best Self, A Guide to Thriving in the Classroom. ” With this in mind, we dive into a critical yet often-neglected aspect of teaching—teacher well-being.

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Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Preparation is often overemphasized in school, when in the real world, one must know how to correctly act on good instincts, think in unique situations, and expect the unexpected. One major aspect that needs to be addressed in many classrooms is the teaching style of the instructor of a specific subject.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

The global pandemic has required many teachers, students, and parents to adjust to many changes in the education system — and do so quickly. Read more: How to get started with hybrid teaching. In real life, however, teachers know achieving that level of personalization in education is simply impossible. Enter edtech.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

Allowing for risk-taking in a good way. 6 novel ways in which educators can teach creativity. So what can teachers do in this context? Instead, teachers should reinforce the idea that everyone has the potential to improve their creative abilities. Distinguishing between creative teaching and teaching for creativity.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. He discusses common mistakes when teachers implement mastery learning as well as the types of classes that work well with mastery learning. Learn about this method of curriculum development and teaching and see if it is right for you.

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 23, 2018

There is something quite magical about listening and allowing the mind to fill in the visual details. Here are a few reasons why I think every teacher should consider podcasting. Naturally quite a bit of planning is involved in defining the content, ensuring the track is clear and flows well and adding sound effects.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 25, 2022

Turnitin has long been the go-to resource for uncovering plagiarism in student work, but there are reasons why that may not be a good choice for you or your students. Here is a good discussion on the pros and cons of Turnitin as well as options available, from the Ask a Tech Teacher crew: Reliable Turnitin Alternatives for K12.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

There’s a reason why the brain uses 25% of the calories you eat: Thinking is hard work. So why the disconnect among teachers and parents when applying gameplay to learning? I’ve discussed problem-solving before (see How to Teach Students to Solve Problems ). Did you make a good decision?

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ViewSonic Education

AUGUST 18, 2022

Video-assisted learning is a growing strategic teaching approach in many modern classrooms. Educational videos are now more accessible than ever and teachers are increasingly making use of this readily available resource. But as technology has advanced, so has the dynamic between student and teacher.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 11, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. As teachers, we have many ways to open class. He also will share why his students said they turned off their cameras in zoom.) Episode 776 - The 10 Minute Teacher Podcast How to Open Class with Opening Questions Dr. Leigh Zeitz.

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Edsurge

MARCH 5, 2024

Ken Futernick brings together people who disagree deeply on issues that are most dividing school communities these days — such as teaching about gender and sexual identity or about the history of racism in America. Not only is there no collaboration, sometimes teachers just stop speaking to each other. And he records the conversations.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter I do get pretty angry as I go on forums about Artificial Intelligence in Education. My ninth-grade app builders are more rapidly iterating and creating their app pages, not because AI is writing anything for them but quite the opposite. Relating to me.

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Edsurge

MARCH 26, 2024

When he was in high school, Zachary Farley latched onto the idea of becoming a teacher. This path seemed like the best way to blend his love of linguistics with his interest in teaching — that is, until he took a job as a paraprofessional at an elementary school in his hometown of Corona, California. It was a very long process.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 4, 2023

They protect me by hiding my IP address from prying eyes, but also change the way I browse and not always in a good way. For those who received a year subscription to a VPN for a holiday gift, this article from the Ask a Tech Teacher crew will give you a quick understanding of what’s in your future: What are VPNs and How Do They Work?

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ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

For example, it’s no good investing in iPads for the school if the broadband bandwidth and Wi-Fi connectivity aren’t up to scratch. Building on this, it is also really important to make sure your software and hardware are compatible and work in harmony to make teaching as easy as possible. Keep things simple.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 5, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter What do you do when award-winning teachers tell you there is a way to save time? Mary won ISTE's 2018 “Virtual Pioneer of the Year” and was a New York State Teacher of the Year finalist in 2018 and 2020.

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Neo LMS

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Dear fellow teachers, Last year I wrote an open letter that was meant to be fun and supportive at the same time, and to make you welcome the new year with a positive attitude. Read more: Our favorite teacher memes for 2019. We are still teachers, still doing what we know best, but in very different conditions. The new normal.

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Educators have put the spacing effect to good use through micro learning, which is the pedagogical practice of dividing learning into easily digestible nuggets of information. 5 Reasons to include micro learning in your teaching strategy. Read more: 6 Steps that prove any teacher can create educational videos.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 19, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a hot topic in schools around the country. Teach students the things that matter during financial literacy month and beyond! Welcome to an extended episode focusing on AI! What is broken that we can improve upon?

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Edsurge

JANUARY 5, 2023

We published numerous stories about the plight of teachers today, including investigations into the experiences of educators whose mental health concerns are pushing them out of the profession and the lives of teachers who work multiple jobs to cover their basic needs. Our Nation’s Teachers Are Hustling to Survive.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Today, I'll share six apps fo r digital note-taking and my experiences with each. This show is also being posted to YouTube ad on the 10 minute teacher podcast. You can just go to the Cool Cat Teacher channel on YouTube. They can hand work back.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 10, 2022

According to national data, schools are not facing greater teacher vacancies this year than in years past. And for good reason. Teachers report being more stressed as the pandemic goes on, and much more likely to leave the profession than they were before March 2020. If the Big Quit hasn’t come for teachers yet, it will.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 12, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Students can build apps and collaboration skills at the same time. Alefiya shares how app building can enhance STEM education and how it also teaches essential skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and passion-based learning.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 17, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Awesome teachers connect with their students. KeKe Powell teaches second grade and has lots of ideas for ending the year and also just connecting with kids. a teacher learning and spreading my aloha with others! Click Here.

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 29, 2019

4 Reasons why an LMS is an excellent tool for your language classes. Here are four reasons why you should consider an LMS for your language classes. An LMS is an excellent solution to address the learning diversity in every group, simply because it allows students to engage with teaching materials any way they want, at their own pace.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 6, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter The conversation is about Artificial Intelligence. Teach students the things that matter during financial literacy month and beyond! 00;00;03;17 – 00;00;33;21 Vicki Davis Welcome to episode 800 of the Ten Minute Teacher Podcast. Is it helpful?

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 5, 2019

Tom Loud on episode 509 From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Tom Loud dropped out of high school because he didn’t connect with his teachers. Then, the teacher has the paper analyzed by Urkund. Just teachers can use the power of Urkund. Students just turn in work.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 23, 2020

All across the nation, school, teachers, students, libraries, and families celebrate by reading, writing, and sharing poetry. I didn’t want to, saw no benefit to it, and unfortunately, the teacher didn’t change my mind. Why learn poetry? Poetry quite simply is another method of communication. What is poetry?

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Teachers and parents complain that students (of all ages) don’t read anymore. In other words, it’s possible to ditch bad habits and to form good ones. That is, unless you have other people in your life who can show you the benefits of reading: friends, teachers, grandparents, etc. It’s free for teachers and librarians.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

On a recent walk after spending a day working with middle school teachers on engagement strategies, I was listening to the “We Can Do Hard Things” podcast. I’ve spent two decades as a literacy specialist coaching teachers and providing professional development and I’ve seen a lot of transition in the field.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 31, 2023

Her family had been glad each time she’d had a non-teaching role throughout her career, but this time her husband was excited at the prospect of finally taking a vacation outside the summer months. Teacher quitting was at a 10-year high in 2021, consulting firm McKinsey & Company reports , and increased again in 2022.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 15, 2017

Tom Loud on episode 212 [A special encore episode] of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Tom Loud dropped out of high school because he didn’t connect with his teachers. What Tom Learned when he quit high school his junior year.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 22, 2021

It’s not a big deal since teachers have figured out that they can focus on offering individualized attention to students or in-classroom activities that don’t involve lecturing by pre-recording said lectures. Now, classroom teaching is different from video teaching. What makes an educational video good?

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 1, 2019

Teaching is tough. As the years have passed, it seems like expectations and workload of teachers keeps increasing. As the years have passed, it seems like expectations and workload of teachers keeps increasing. I also see plenty of investments in materials from Teachers Pay Teachers. Let me be extremely clear.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 12, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter My students are writing a collaborative writing document following the principles I share in my book Reinventing Writing. It did give me some good results, but not quite what I was looking for. Rubric Points: Up to 25 points for good structure.

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