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Top 5 new EdTech tools that you might use in your university

Neo LMS

Most people don’t consider education technology to be such an important industry, but it’s actually gigantic. The technology is evolving rapidly, so it’s hard to predict what is going to happen in the next 20 or 30 years. What is the difference between the two technologies? Robot teachers. 5 New EdTech tools to watch.

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50 Ways to Teach Using Music in Your Classroom

Waterford

Then, discover kid-friendly books and activities about music that are perfect for elementary classrooms. This Music Monsters activity is great for teaching older elementary students a quick lesson on composition. This Song Cubes activity can be a fun way for early elementary students to learn about simple tunes and rhythms.

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The path to a career could start in middle school

The Hechinger Report

A whole bunch of robots,” one boy suggested. Others offer introductory courses in specific careers, like engineering or robotics. And Virginia has kids begin work on an “academic and career plan portfolio,” which includes information about their interests, values and skills, as early as elementary school.

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What the research says about the best way to engage parents

The Hechinger Report

Soft instrumental music played in the background as families walked into the gym at Laurene Edmondson Elementary School around 5:30 in the evening. Second grade teachers Amy Hart (center) and Alina Turner (right), with her dog, Mello, meet with Karen Shutt (left), instructional coach for a planning meeting at Edmondson Elementary.

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In Successful Edtech, Pedagogy Comes First—Devices Second

Digital Promise

Educational technology (edtech for short) can play a significant role in mitigating and solving this growing dilemma. Many school districts -- including mine in Middletown, NY-- are leveraging the power of technology with adaptive assessments and instructional software. So, what can be done? So how do you choose?

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How one innovative school district has closed gaps on harder Common Core tests

The Hechinger Report

Key to that success, Johnstone says, was that the district had already started teaching math differently back in 2009. It made sense that with the move to the new tests, some schools would need more technology,” said Smith. But in the future, he hopes districts will invest in improving teaching. “We Tom Johnstone.

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How This Educator Bridges Creativity And Teaching Through Project-Based Learning

EdNews Daily

After selling a very successful business, I decided in 2009 to pursue my passion by earning another degree in Elementary Education, with an emphasis in English. I have a dual certification in elementary and middle school ages. I also specialized in project-based learning and technology in the classroom. Click to tweet.

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