Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 5, 2022

She has great suggestions on how to celebrate with children and students in a way that shows how to be responsible stewards for the only planet we have. Cultural mores have morphed because of technology, leaving a discontinuity between the old and the new. Why live responsibly. Catching them young. It’s best to lead by example.

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Hapara

MAY 12, 2022

para’s Senior Director of Innovation, Rich Dixon and Shayla Adams-Stafford as they discuss how providing students with a sense of belonging, keeping them feeling safe and including culturally relevant material is critical for their success as learners. What is culturally responsive teaching? (2:02)

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 3, 2024

In this latest installment, we turn our focus back to a topic I last discussed in 2011: the characteristics of 21st-century teachers. It’s astounding to reflect on how much has changed in the intervening years in the world of education and teaching. Welcome back to our insightful series on 21st century education.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 30, 2023

William Shakespeare is internationally regarded as one of the greatest playwrights and poets in history, and his works have had a profound impact on our cultural heritage. Learning Shakespeare is a valuable and rewarding experience that can enrich our understanding of literature, language, and culture. How do you do it?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Pros of AI in Education Online tools have long been used in education, with things like an online ERD tool an effective way to teach students about complex principles such as connectors, shapes, and how diagrams work in practice, which are things they might need in their future careers. AI tutors may not pick up on nuances or social cues.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 23, 2022

Classroom culture defines your classroom. You can feel a classroom culture, but what is a classroom culture? How do you build a positive classroom culture? In this show, Andrew Sharos, author of Finding Lifelifes: A Practical Tale about Teacher and Mentors , shares how to create a thriving classroom culture.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 2, 2020

We have so many options available to use when it comes to technology and teaching strategies. As educators, we must be willing to adapt, change from what may be our traditional or comfortable teaching practices, and embrace new things, especially now, as we decide how to best provide for our students through the rest of the academic year.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 9, 2023

Here’s a partial list: Analyze how two or more texts address similar themes or topics in order to build knowledge or to compare the approaches the authors take. (K-5 Common Core Standards recognize the importance of this skill by addressing it in over 29 Standards, at every grade level from Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade.

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Waterford

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

As students discuss their perspectives with each other, they’ll not only solidify their understanding of a topic—they may learn to see it in a new light, too. In this way, discussions can open students to see topics from a new angle and develop richer opinions. Pair students into small groups and have them discuss a question or topic.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

To them, loving and teaching our youth was a great honor despite the devaluation educators often experience. Goal 2: Provide Practical Guidance and Space for Cross-Cultural Engagement I believe a key part of DEIB is building intercultural competence within an organization. What is the nature of the stories being told? they asked.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 24, 2021

Through interesting, relatable scenarios and real-life simulations around topics like financial literacy and social-emotional learning, teachers can easily bring the real world into their classrooms. If a topic is of interest to you or your school, you can download standards-alignment documents to help find a fit. Grade Level: 9-12.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 21, 2023

It’s important that your tutor keeps an eye on your progress and adapts teaching methods to suit your learning style, so you understand complex concepts and can apply them effectively. Lessons are structured so you can seamlessly switch from one topic to another, building upon your existing language skills.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Brian, what an important topic. Vicki Davis (01:58) And we know that classroom culture, I mean, how kids relate to each other, how they feel about themselves is even part of classroom culture. And that has so much to do with classroom culture, you're right. I mean, this generation has been called the loneliest generation.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

In schools, teaching from a global perspective can be quite challenging. Most importantly, true growth is about learning from people that don’t belong to the same culture as us — a truly eye-opening experience for students and teachers alike. Growth comes from stepping out of our comfort zones, which classrooms can become quite easily.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

To recap, metacognition is a cognitive ability that allows learners to consider their thought patterns, approaches to learning, and understanding of a topic or idea. Students could discuss topics like the importance of friendship or how birthdays are celebrated differently in various cultures.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 16, 2019

Today, Brad Weinstein and Nathan Maynard, authors of Hacking School Discipline: 9 Ways to Create a Culture of Empathy and Responsibility Using Restorative Justice help us understand how restorative justice should work and some examples that will help us understand the successful implementation.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Naturally, everyone has a unique response to this question. travelling provides the opportunity to explore other cultures, witness the beauty of different countries, and, simultaneously, learn more about oneself. Often, these dreams involve the mystery and excitement that international travel evokes.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 20, 2023

In short, we vehemently focused on improving teaching, learning, and leadership through a shared vision, clarity of purpose, innovative practices, and clear evidence of impact. It can also be stated emphatically that I was not looking to leave New Milford High School or was forced out. Over time I will flesh out concrete practice areas.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Perhaps it is because the virtues of Mexican and Indigenous spiritualities in Texas and Minnesota, where I’ve split my whole life, are so universal that it’s hard to not be drawn to their teachings and practices. As a writer, my Indigenous culture shows up in my poetry. The short answer: it starts with us.

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Waterford

JANUARY 10, 2024

To truly listen to teachers, you must be both approachable and responsive. Engage in collaborative decision-making Collaboration fosters a culture of mutual respect and trust in leadership. Ask teachers what support they need to carry out their responsibilities and ensure they have access to it.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

Even if we go back to face-to-face learning, we will all have to be prepared to teach online, and the best way to do this is to first educate ourselves with research and pedagogy. Some of you may use your professional development this summer to focus on culturally responsive teaching.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 4, 2024

When I embarked on my teaching journey back in 2003, the landscape of the classroom was quite different from what we see today. The changes are not just incremental; they are foundational, reshaping the very nature of how we teach and learn. The onset of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education is a testament to this rapid evolution.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 8, 2024

You might find that the pace is too fast or too slow for you, or that the teaching methods don’t resonate with your style of learning. The Rise of Alternative Education Options In response to these limitations, alternative education options have surged in popularity, offering more flexible and personalized approaches to learning.

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Hapara

DECEMBER 4, 2023

That’s why teaching digital citizenship has to be part of our roles as educators. Digital citizenship refers to being a responsible member of the global digital community. That’s why it’s so critical to teach digital citizenship when children start school. So what is digital citizenship?

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Edthena

AUGUST 12, 2021

Many educators have heard of culturally responsive teaching, but do they really know what that entails? Culturally responsive teaching is a framework and approach for how to teach. So, what is culturally responsive teaching? The question is to whose culture is it responding?”.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

If we have the means to get the books to as many students as possible, it is our responsibility to do so. Information is abundant and available at our fingertips, so the responsibility falls on us. Here’s the sign-up link if the image above doesn’t work: [link] Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 17, 2023

If you’re reading this and you teach math, history, science, foreign language, art, or any other subject, I want to make a compelling case for the powerful impact that writing can have in your class and on your students. Teachers outside of English or language arts may feel it is not their responsibility to teach writing.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Teaching literacy skills in a digital space can be done by replicating some of the approaches undertaken by online book communities.These include using forums, online chat, blogs, and designing multimedia projects where students engage with books and produce discussions, summaries, or reviews. Writing a reflective journal. You can: .

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 20, 2023

A teacher at heart who values community, I often reflect on my past experiences with students and the ways we explored, celebrated and protected our cultural identity. While there are opportunities to do this within the academic curriculum, my Black students’ cultural identity is often reflected in how they wear and style their hair.

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Hapara

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Responsible decision-making skills Responsible decision-making requires learners to weigh the consequences and benefits. Social awareness skills When students work on building their social awareness skills, they learn how to empathize with people from different cultures and backgrounds and understand their perspectives.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Emphasis on digital citizenship instills responsible online behavior, ethical considerations, and cybersecurity awareness. In essence, digital literacy in education is about preparing students to be competent, responsible, and ethical users of technology. What are the five concepts of digital literacy?

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Edsurge

JULY 22, 2020

As educators, it’s our responsibility to educate students about systemic racism. In response to the murder of George Floyd, my nonprofit, Teaching Matters , organized three webinars for educators to discuss how to talk about racism in the classroom. As a general practice, we don’t teach racial literacy in our schools.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 6, 2024

While that can be typical, we also want to consider the habits that will help us teach long-term with a high quality of life. Listen to today's show to take care of yourselves, educators, and learn the mindsets to help you enjoy teaching even when it is stressful. Isn't this an important topic right now? Are you stressed?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 27, 2020

If you don’t teach in the United States, this might be a term you aren’t familiar with. One of the best to teach government is iCivics. It presents authentic problems settlers would face and simulates the repercussions of their responses. Click here for more history-oriented games and simulations.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 22, 2023

This can stem from previous academic experiences, personal interests, cultural backgrounds, or everyday life experiences. Understanding students’ starting points can inform our teaching methods, allowing us to tailor our instruction to meet their unique needs and interests. It’s a great way to document learning progress.

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Edthena

OCTOBER 6, 2021

When you think of culturally responsive teaching, you may not immediately think of dopamine and oxytocin. But the brain chemicals have a lot to do with the framework and approach to teaching. Knowing the brain science behind culture’s role in learning is immensely important for teachers who want to prioritize CRT.

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Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Considering the myriad of responsibilities science teachers face , it can be challenging for teachers to let go of traditional teaching practices and embrace putting students in the driver’s seat of their learning. For example, the topic of one of the units is about designing a neighborhood space to conserve native species.

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