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Whose Land? Understanding Indigenous Peoples Through Edtech

The CoolCatTeacher

In 2008, he was named by Contribute Magazine as one of 10 Tech Revolutionaries Redefining the Power and Face of Philanthropy. Understanding Indigenous Peoples Through Edtech appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Website: [link]. The post Whose Land?

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5 edtech tools that take personalized learning to the next level

eSchool News

In the past several years, we have implemented a number of district-wide initiatives to support personalization and differentiation for students including the launch of our Virtual Instruction to Accentuate Learning (VITAL) program in 2008. It allows us to document, track, and deliver various resources to both students and teachers.

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Three Ways That Rural States Can Become the Hotbeds for School Edtech Innovation

Edsurge

I argue that rural states are where edtech companies, investors, and media outlets should be looking to to see truly innovative implementation of technology. It dates back to 2008, when an educational journey began in Wyoming that revealed the important role technology plays in enhancing teaching and learning—especially in a rural state.

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Not Just Buzzwords: How Teachers Bring Big Ideas, Innovative Practices to Life

Edsurge

As edtech buzzwords new and old swirl , it is easy for educators to get lost among the fads du jour, much less apply the principles behind lofty ideas to make meaningful progress for students. The “lighthouse” school —a BCPS term for a school on a two-year plan to reinvent itself—has already seen striking results.

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15 Non-librarian blog(ger)s too good to miss!

NeverEndingSearch

Monica is a Curriculum and EdTech Consultant and an Apple Distinguished Educator and Founder of ClassTechTips.com. As an EdTech consultant, I help educators leverage the power of technology in the classroom — strategically and with purpose. You can energize and enhance teaching and learning — and I’m here to help you get started!

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Strategies and Tools to Improve Student Behavior and Engagement – SULS0175

Shake Up Learning

In 2008, there weren’t too many options for a digital platform to ask students to interact outside class. Deciding to stay in the classroom meant furthering his education for certification. This led to a thesis on building student community through digital platforms. A Scientific Approach.

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16 Great NonProfits Working to Support EdTech in Schools

Tom Murray

Creators of Blended Learning Universe (www.blendedlearning.org), the organization provides a directory of innovative schools and a myriad of models and case studies to support district transformation. CoSN also holds a national conference each year. Organization: Digital Promise. URL: www.digitalpromise.org.