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Keyboarding Basics Part 1

Ask a Tech Teacher

Rogers (2003), including: Improvement in language arts. An overview of research says elementary and middle schoolage students are cognitively, emotionally, and physically capable of learning and excelling at keyboarding skills. Is elementary school too early—or too late? You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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Virginia Chooses iteach as the Alternative Teacher Certification Provider for 24 Divisions of the Commonwealth

eSchool News

“The program will help us build a larger applicant pool to include current teacher assistants and substitute teachers who possess a bachelor’s degree,” said Paige Tucker, director, talent acquisition and management-licensed staffing in the Department of Human Resources at Arlington Public Schools.

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Teaching Python: How Children Can Learn Python Programming

The CoolCatTeacher

Here are a few… Teaching Python Resources Mentioned in this Show. She got started with integrating technology in the classroom in 2003 and dabbled with app design in File Maker and HTML. Go to advancementcourses.com/coolcat and use the coupon code COOL20. Listen to the show on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. kellypared.

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Math Problems that Unlock Student Thinking

The CoolCatTeacher

The “Open Middle” math problem format is NOT talking about middle school math, although it applies to middle, high school, elementary, and even college math just the same. Challenge Check out these resources from Robert for math teachers. Sometimes the problem is that students aren’t excited by the problems.

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Teacher Burnout- Symptoms, Causes, and Strategies to Prevent It

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

It can be caused by an excessive workload, unrealistic expectations from administrators, inadequate wages or resources, and a lack of appreciation or recognition for their work. Given their central role in society as a whole, teachers must receive support and adequate resources to prevent them from becoming burnt out. Klingle, K.

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Preparing Young Students for Home Row Keyboarding: An Unplugged Approach

Ask a Tech Teacher

Besides, we want our children to communicate with digital effectiveness in elementary school! Utah State University, 2003) is an elementary educator. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-8 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum.

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5 Tips To Improve Your Teaching And Boost Your Career

EdNews Daily

Take advantage of technological and online resources. There are countless teaching resources out there, and they’re more available than ever thanks to the internet—so take advantage! There are tons of resources and blog posts to help you out. Everything a New Elementary Teacher REALLY Needs to Know (But Didn’t Learn in College).

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