Expert insights. Personalized for you.
The post CoolCat Teacher’s ISTE 2017 Resources #iste17 appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. My slide shows and resources From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. It is ISTE17 time. I’ll keep this post updated with current information about ISTE. Here’s my schedule. Cool Cat Teacher’s Mega Share App Presentation. MORE
Effective Technology Integration Events Holidays 2017 Digital Calendar audio editors audio projects audio recorders edapps mlearning podcast podcasting“Thoughts need words. Words need a voice.” ” – Sharon M. Draper. In my new book, Hacking Digital Learning Strategies: 10 Ways to Launch EdTech Missions , I share several tips for integrating technology to allow every student to share their ideas and creativity. MORE
Effective Technology Integration Events Holidays 2017 Digital Calendar advent calendar Christmas December digital calendar holidays“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.” Benjamin Franklin. The holidays are here! You might be familiar with advent calendars, which have treats or gifts to count down the days to Christmas. Well you can take the same concept and create your own digital version of an advent calendar. MORE
I think 2017 is going to be an exciting year, there’s going to be a lot more cloud based technology than there was before and when classes and content are delivered in the cloud and via browsers, it means kids can access the same experience and content at home as they can in the classroom. Martin McKay is the Chief Technology officer and one of the founders of Texthelp Inc. MORE
2017 will see the first robust data sets coming out of partner schools adopting these new platforms that they themselves did not develop. In 2017 states will get their ESSA plans off the ground and make important tactical decisions. In 2017, schools will start looking for efficiency and reliability in the project-based learning space, likely leading to more business for technology-enabled project-based curriculum providers like New Tech Network and Educurious. MORE
Effective Technology Integration Events Holidays 2017 Digital Calendar annotate critical reading Digital Advent Calendar digital highlighter digital research highlight markup mobile research tech integration tech tips“Reading furnishes the mind only with materials of knowledge; it is thinking that makes what we read ours.” ” – John Locke. One of the most important skills for our digital learners is inspecting the information they consume with a critical eye. MORE
” The Teacher’s Guide to Technology for 2017 is here. The post 5 Tech Tools to Try in 2017 with Jennifer Gonzalez appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. 10MT | 10-Minute Teacher Interview with Jennifer Gonzalez From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Technology moves so quickly! Do you know what to try next? MORE
Before we get too far into 2017 I like to reflect on what has been and make predictions for what the year ahead will mean for education. Outside of changes to our company, I predict 2017 will bring five major changes to education as a whole. Time and time again I find myself thinking “Darn, my predictions aren’t half bad but things are moving too slowly, slower than I expected.” MORE
Here are the 2017 Best-in-Category and Honorable Mentions for the following Categories: Winners: Please grab your award from this page. Awards Web Tools 2017 listsAsk a Tech Teacher routinely shares favorite websites and apps that make a difference in the classroom. Over the last month, readers voted on which tools had the greatest impact on readers. MORE
OEB 2017: shaping the future of learning. Meet NEO at OEB 2017! Among the 80+ exhibitors that will participate at OEB 2017 merely a week from now you’ll find NEO LMS. The NEO team is really excited to be part of OEB 2017 and has already prepared plenty of surprises. The only constant is change. This doctrine of change being central to the universe is thousands of years old, yet it seems so contemporary. MORE
Lucy Gray and Steve Hargadon, Global Education Conference co-chairs, talk about the Global Education Conference 2017 that runs from November 13-16. Date: Friday, November 10, 2017. The post Global Education Conference 2017 #globaled17 appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. MORE
It was a challenging process, but in the end our selection panel managed to choose five Big Ideas to be represented at the CUE 2017 National Conference. and a eduawesome panel will watch each presentation and vote on which finalist will be awarded an additional $2000 and full rock star ISTE 2017 treatment including flight, hotel, transportation, and registration. The post CUE Presents the LeRoy’s Big Idea 2017 Finalists appeared first on CUE Blog. MORE
More ISTE 2017 Guides. Conference Highlights #ISTE2017 ISTE ISTE 2017 San AntonioISTE is around the corner and taking place in my hometown, San Antonio. Make sure to catch the Periscope videos by my newborn, Savvy, and I as we interview people as official ISTE Media ( @ShellTerrell ). I’m a foodie and have worked in the San Antonio tourist industry as well as a waitress on the RiverWalk for years before becoming an educator. The RiverWalk is a definite must see. MORE
This week saw the release of the third in a series of personalized learning studies conducted by the RAND Foundation. The research analyzed implementation, survey, and efficacy data in a sample of schools that are part of the Next Generation Learning Challenges (NGLC) portfolio, and compared that data to a national sample of schools. The findings? NGLC schools yielded some positive academic results, but educators and administrators reported numerous challenges. MORE
Effective Technology Integration Events Holidays Mobile Learning 2017 Digital Calendar edapps mlearning screen record screencast screencasting“We need technology in every classroom and in every student and teacher’s hand, because it is the pen and paper of our time, and it is the lens through which we experience much of our world.” ” – David Warlick. Creating a video of one’s screen (screencasting) is a powerful way to demonstrate knowledge. MORE
To really take stock of EdClusters in 2017, we first need to revisit the foundation and origin of Education Innovation Clusters — what they are, how they work, and how they are progressing. In 2017, we initiated a research project with seven EdClusters and key research partners. Both of these working groups grew out of a breakfast we hosted at SXSWedu in March 2017, during which EdClusters workshopped different needs and how they might tackle them. MORE
In 2004, I was about to start my first teaching job. That’s when I got introduced to the world. I went on a 10-day mission trip to Uruguay. We drove the streets of Montevideo, a world capital that reminded me a lot of life in the United States. We walked through centuries-old Colonia del Sacramento, [.]. Ed Tech edtech educational technology global connections global education skype skype in the classroom virtual field trips MORE
And just like that, 2017 is in the books. Ed Tech best of 2017 ditch that conference ditch that homework ditch that textbook digital summit edtech educational technology flipgrid flipgrid fever g suite Google Apps gsuiteeduTechnology in classrooms has seen some great changes. For instance, “Flipgrid Fever” (flipgrid.com) has really taken off. Students have really shown their voice by recording short Flipgrid videos and sharing them with their classmates and the world. MORE
By Meghan Bogardus Cortez Classroom tech and data will continue to boost learning outcomes. Blended Learning Business Intelligence Classroom Data Analytics Data Governance Makerspaces Personalized Learning STEM MORE
TpT 2017 Conference Observations. One of the largest online marketplace for teachers is Teachers Pay Teachers. If you haven’t heard of this estore, you are either new to teaching or long since retired. This vibrant educator community hosts teacher-authors who wish to sell their original lessons and ideas to other teachers, district administrators, homeschoolers, and unschoolers. Since its start in 2006 by a former teacher, it’s grown to over 3.4 MORE
Tech Tools to Try in 2017 with Jennifer Gonzalez (Episode #20). The post The 10-Minute Teacher Show: Top Ten Shows for February 2017 appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. 10MT: The 5-day a week show for busy but remarkable teachers From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Thank you for your support of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast. MORE
Top 10 Shows of March 2017. 5 Tech Tools to Try in 2017 with Jennifer Gonzalez (Show #20). The post 10-Minute Teacher | Top 10 Episodes of March 2017 #10mt appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. The Best of the 10-Minute Teacher From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. What an incredible month! We’ve released forty-five shows since launch day on February 1! MORE
As we prepare to transition to 2018, it’s a great time to take a step back, reflect on the year, and express our sincere gratitude. This year has been a meaningful one for Education Elements; we have expanded our reach, developed new offerings, and, most importantly, learned so much from working alongside passionate educators and students. Here are some highlights MORE
I am very happy to have been asked to present at the Global EdTech Summit 2017. Hope to see you there Tagged: edtech , edtech conference , edtech CPD , edtech summit , education , global edtech summit , global edtech summit 2017 , professional developmeny , teaching. education edtech edtech conference edtech CPD edtech summit global edtech summit global edtech summit 2017 professional developmeny teaching MORE
Please find 10 summer jobs for teachers in 2017 listed below. 10 Summer Jobs For Teachers in 2017: Back to Basics Learning Dynamics is hiring experienced, accomplished tutors, teachers, translators, interpreters, and education specialists in Delaware. Summer jobs for teachers in 2017! Please add to this list below if you know of any other companies offering summer jobs for teachers in 2017. Summer is here. School is out. MORE
In 2017, we published blog posts from our team, our districts, and thought leaders from across the country, ranging from examples of personalized learning in real classrooms, to how to think differently about the purpose of curriculum, to how to change the mindset of a district, to why we do what we do (and why we have made some changes to what we do!) When we started the Bring Your Own Thoughts blog our goal was simple: write good stuff to help good people do good things for kids. MORE
Effective Technology Integration Events Holidays 2017 Digital Calendar edapps mlearning speaking tools young learners“I like nonsense, it wakes up the brain cells.” ” – Dr. Seuss. Humor is an effective way to reach students, especially if they struggle with understanding difficult concepts or theories. Humor can also help students pay attention to boring or routine facts and drills. MORE
Tagged: edtech 2017 , education , educational technology 2017 , future edtech , future tech , teachers , teaching , tech tools 2017 , top edtech tools. education edtech 2017 educational technology 2017 future edtech future tech teachers teaching tech tools 2017 top edtech toolsI recently wrote a new year themed article for a joint project between Google and the Times Educational Supplement (TES). Click here for the full piece. MORE
In December 2010, The Journal –“t he leading Technology based education publication for K-12 and higher education”– published an article with a 5-prong prediction for the following year. Will the cloud continue to reign? Will more schools embrace student-centric mobile devices? These were the pressing questions of the time – a time 8-months after the release of the first iPad and 6-months before the release of the first Chromebook. MORE
Last night we kicked off the MAD about Mattering 2017 project. The post MAD About Mattering 2017 Kickoff! Global Collaborative App Development From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Last year, we started with five schools. This year, we have fifteen schools. We’ll be in two cohorts– the Mad-junior group (kids under 13) and the MAD-senior group (kids 13 and up.) MORE
Back in December, ISTE asked for assistance reviewing draft 1 of the 2017 ISTE Standards for Teachers. Last week ISTE released draft v2 of the 2017 ISTE Standards for Teachers and expects to release one more draft in February before they are finalized and released at the ISTE conference in June. You all responded wonderfully! MORE
Effective Technology Integration Events Holidays 2017 Digital Calendar attribution creative commons creativity pbl project resources“Videos provide greater engagement than text or images for the simple reason that it combines audio, video and text.” ” – Amit Garg. YouTube is one of the most popular social networks, because students love learning by video. MORE
As always, ISTE provided a platform to connect with colleagues, make new friends, learn about the newest and shiniest, and overturn fondly held but unfounded assumptions. P21 Blog MORE
Before you look at what statistics say are the most popular posts, tell me what your most popular categories are by voting in this poll: Loading… Here they are–my top 10 and bottom 10 of 2017 (though I’ve skipped any that have to do with website reviews and tech tips because they’re covered in separate posts): Top Ten Hits. Since we at Ask a Tech Teacher started this blog six years ago, we’ve had over 5.3 MORE
Events Holidays Mobile Learning 2017 Digital Calendar Christmas December education apps gifts Hanukkah holidays Kwanzaa“The joy of brightening other lives, bearing each others’ burdens, easing others’ loads and supplanting empty hearts and lives with generous gifts becomes for us the magic of the holidays.” ” – W.C. Jones. December is here! If you’re students are like mine, they are already in holiday mode. MORE
ISTE 2017 starts this weekend. I’ll do my best to “bring it” for those of you who add me to your busy ISTE 2017 program. Monday, June 26, 2017. ISTE 2017 Expanded Schedule. Monday, June 26 2017 – 9:15 am – 10:15 am. Monday, June 26, 2017. Monday, June 26, 2017 – 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Tuesday, June 27, 2017. June 27, 2017 10:30 – 11:30 am. Tuesday, June 27, 2017 12:30 – 1:20 pm. MORE
2017 Related Topics The CoolCatTeacher
JUNE 22, 2017
ISTE 2017 starts this weekend. I’ll do my best to “bring it” for those of you who add me to your busy ISTE 2017 program. Monday, June 26, 2017. ISTE 2017 Expanded Schedule. Monday, June 26 2017 – 9:15 am – 10:15 am. Monday, June 26, 2017. Monday, June 26, 2017 – 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Tuesday, June 27, 2017. June 27, 2017 10:30 – 11:30 am. Tuesday, June 27, 2017 12:30 – 1:20 pm.
The CoolCatTeacher
NOVEMBER 10, 2017
Lucy Gray and Steve Hargadon, Global Education Conference co-chairs, talk about the Global Education Conference 2017 that runs from November 13-16. Date: Friday, November 10, 2017. The post Global Education Conference 2017 #globaled17 appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Ditch That Textbook
DECEMBER 27, 2017
And just like that, 2017 is in the books. Ed Tech best of 2017 ditch that conference ditch that homework ditch that textbook digital summit edtech educational technology flipgrid flipgrid fever g suite Google Apps gsuiteeduTechnology in classrooms has seen some great changes. For instance, “Flipgrid Fever” (flipgrid.com) has really taken off. Students have really shown their voice by recording short Flipgrid videos and sharing them with their classmates and the world.
EdTech4Beginners
JANUARY 8, 2017
Tagged: edtech 2017 , education , educational technology 2017 , future edtech , future tech , teachers , teaching , tech tools 2017 , top edtech tools. education edtech 2017 educational technology 2017 future edtech future tech teachers teaching tech tools 2017 top edtech toolsI recently wrote a new year themed article for a joint project between Google and the Times Educational Supplement (TES). Click here for the full piece.
Education Elements
FEBRUARY 1, 2017
Before we get too far into 2017 I like to reflect on what has been and make predictions for what the year ahead will mean for education. Outside of changes to our company, I predict 2017 will bring five major changes to education as a whole. Time and time again I find myself thinking “Darn, my predictions aren’t half bad but things are moving too slowly, slower than I expected.”
Ask a Tech Teacher
FEBRUARY 16, 2018
Here are the 2017 Best-in-Category and Honorable Mentions for the following Categories: Winners: Please grab your award from this page. Awards Web Tools 2017 listsAsk a Tech Teacher routinely shares favorite websites and apps that make a difference in the classroom. Over the last month, readers voted on which tools had the greatest impact on readers.
The CoolCatTeacher
FEBRUARY 8, 2017
Last night we kicked off the MAD about Mattering 2017 project. The post MAD About Mattering 2017 Kickoff! Global Collaborative App Development From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Last year, we started with five schools. This year, we have fifteen schools. We’ll be in two cohorts– the Mad-junior group (kids under 13) and the MAD-senior group (kids 13 and up.)
Ask a Tech Teacher
SEPTEMBER 13, 2017
TpT 2017 Conference Observations. One of the largest online marketplace for teachers is Teachers Pay Teachers. If you haven’t heard of this estore, you are either new to teaching or long since retired. This vibrant educator community hosts teacher-authors who wish to sell their original lessons and ideas to other teachers, district administrators, homeschoolers, and unschoolers. Since its start in 2006 by a former teacher, it’s grown to over 3.4
The CoolCatTeacher
MARCH 1, 2017
Tech Tools to Try in 2017 with Jennifer Gonzalez (Episode #20). The post The 10-Minute Teacher Show: Top Ten Shows for February 2017 appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. 10MT: The 5-day a week show for busy but remarkable teachers From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Thank you for your support of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast.
The CoolCatTeacher
MARCH 31, 2017
Top 10 Shows of March 2017. 5 Tech Tools to Try in 2017 with Jennifer Gonzalez (Show #20). The post 10-Minute Teacher | Top 10 Episodes of March 2017 #10mt appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. The Best of the 10-Minute Teacher From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. What an incredible month! We’ve released forty-five shows since launch day on February 1!
Ask a Tech Teacher
JANUARY 10, 2018
Before you look at what statistics say are the most popular posts, tell me what your most popular categories are by voting in this poll: Loading… Here they are–my top 10 and bottom 10 of 2017 (though I’ve skipped any that have to do with website reviews and tech tips because they’re covered in separate posts): Top Ten Hits. Since we at Ask a Tech Teacher started this blog six years ago, we’ve had over 5.3
|
EdTech4Beginners
JULY 8, 2017
I am very happy to have been asked to present at the Global EdTech Summit 2017. Hope to see you there Tagged: edtech , edtech conference , edtech CPD , edtech summit , education , global edtech summit , global edtech summit 2017 , professional developmeny , teaching. education edtech edtech conference edtech CPD edtech summit global edtech summit global edtech summit 2017 professional developmeny teaching
Securly
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
In December 2010, The Journal –“t he leading Technology based education publication for K-12 and higher education”– published an article with a 5-prong prediction for the following year. Will the cloud continue to reign? Will more schools embrace student-centric mobile devices? These were the pressing questions of the time – a time 8-months after the release of the first iPad and 6-months before the release of the first Chromebook.
Ditch That Textbook
JANUARY 2, 2017
In 2004, I was about to start my first teaching job. That’s when I got introduced to the world. I went on a 10-day mission trip to Uruguay. We drove the streets of Montevideo, a world capital that reminded me a lot of life in the United States. We walked through centuries-old Colonia del Sacramento, [.]. Ed Tech edtech educational technology global connections global education skype skype in the classroom virtual field trips
Teacher Reboot Camp
DECEMBER 23, 2017
Effective Technology Integration Events Holidays 2017 Digital Calendar annotate critical reading Digital Advent Calendar digital highlighter digital research highlight markup mobile research tech integration tech tips“Reading furnishes the mind only with materials of knowledge; it is thinking that makes what we read ours.” ” – John Locke. One of the most important skills for our digital learners is inspecting the information they consume with a critical eye.
Battelle for Kids
JUNE 28, 2017
As always, ISTE provided a platform to connect with colleagues, make new friends, learn about the newest and shiniest, and overturn fondly held but unfounded assumptions. P21 Blog
EdNews Daily
JUNE 3, 2017
Please find 10 summer jobs for teachers in 2017 listed below. 10 Summer Jobs For Teachers in 2017: Back to Basics Learning Dynamics is hiring experienced, accomplished tutors, teachers, translators, interpreters, and education specialists in Delaware. Summer jobs for teachers in 2017! Please add to this list below if you know of any other companies offering summer jobs for teachers in 2017. Summer is here. School is out.
Teacher Reboot Camp
DECEMBER 16, 2017
Effective Technology Integration Events Holidays 2017 Digital Calendar attribution creative commons creativity pbl project resources“Videos provide greater engagement than text or images for the simple reason that it combines audio, video and text.” ” – Amit Garg. YouTube is one of the most popular social networks, because students love learning by video.
Neo LMS
NOVEMBER 28, 2017
OEB 2017: shaping the future of learning. Meet NEO at OEB 2017! Among the 80+ exhibitors that will participate at OEB 2017 merely a week from now you’ll find NEO LMS. The NEO team is really excited to be part of OEB 2017 and has already prepared plenty of surprises. The only constant is change. This doctrine of change being central to the universe is thousands of years old, yet it seems so contemporary.
EdTech Magazine
JANUARY 31, 2017
By Meghan Bogardus Cortez Classroom tech and data will continue to boost learning outcomes. Blended Learning Business Intelligence Classroom Data Analytics Data Governance Makerspaces Personalized Learning STEM
Teacher Reboot Camp
DECEMBER 13, 2017
Effective Technology Integration Events Holidays Mobile Learning 2017 Digital Calendar edapps mlearning screen record screencast screencasting“We need technology in every classroom and in every student and teacher’s hand, because it is the pen and paper of our time, and it is the lens through which we experience much of our world.” ” – David Warlick. Creating a video of one’s screen (screencasting) is a powerful way to demonstrate knowledge.
Ask a Tech Teacher
JANUARY 30, 2017
Back in December, ISTE asked for assistance reviewing draft 1 of the 2017 ISTE Standards for Teachers. Last week ISTE released draft v2 of the 2017 ISTE Standards for Teachers and expects to release one more draft in February before they are finalized and released at the ISTE conference in June. You all responded wonderfully!
Education Elements
DECEMBER 20, 2017
As we prepare to transition to 2018, it’s a great time to take a step back, reflect on the year, and express our sincere gratitude. This year has been a meaningful one for Education Elements; we have expanded our reach, developed new offerings, and, most importantly, learned so much from working alongside passionate educators and students. Here are some highlights
Teacher Reboot Camp
DECEMBER 14, 2017
Effective Technology Integration Events Holidays 2017 Digital Calendar audio editors audio projects audio recorders edapps mlearning podcast podcasting“Thoughts need words. Words need a voice.” ” – Sharon M. Draper. In my new book, Hacking Digital Learning Strategies: 10 Ways to Launch EdTech Missions , I share several tips for integrating technology to allow every student to share their ideas and creativity.
Teacher Reboot Camp
NOVEMBER 24, 2017
Effective Technology Integration Events Holidays 2017 Digital Calendar advent calendar Christmas December digital calendar holidays“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.” Benjamin Franklin. The holidays are here! You might be familiar with advent calendars, which have treats or gifts to count down the days to Christmas. Well you can take the same concept and create your own digital version of an advent calendar.
CUE
FEBRUARY 12, 2017
It was a challenging process, but in the end our selection panel managed to choose five Big Ideas to be represented at the CUE 2017 National Conference. and a eduawesome panel will watch each presentation and vote on which finalist will be awarded an additional $2000 and full rock star ISTE 2017 treatment including flight, hotel, transportation, and registration. The post CUE Presents the LeRoy’s Big Idea 2017 Finalists appeared first on CUE Blog.
The CoolCatTeacher
JUNE 25, 2017
The post CoolCat Teacher’s ISTE 2017 Resources #iste17 appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. My slide shows and resources From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. It is ISTE17 time. I’ll keep this post updated with current information about ISTE. Here’s my schedule. Cool Cat Teacher’s Mega Share App Presentation.
Teacher Reboot Camp
JUNE 22, 2017
More ISTE 2017 Guides. Conference Highlights #ISTE2017 ISTE ISTE 2017 San AntonioISTE is around the corner and taking place in my hometown, San Antonio. Make sure to catch the Periscope videos by my newborn, Savvy, and I as we interview people as official ISTE Media ( @ShellTerrell ). I’m a foodie and have worked in the San Antonio tourist industry as well as a waitress on the RiverWalk for years before becoming an educator. The RiverWalk is a definite must see.
The Christensen Institute
JANUARY 4, 2017
2017 will see the first robust data sets coming out of partner schools adopting these new platforms that they themselves did not develop. In 2017 states will get their ESSA plans off the ground and make important tactical decisions. In 2017, schools will start looking for efficiency and reliability in the project-based learning space, likely leading to more business for technology-enabled project-based curriculum providers like New Tech Network and Educurious.
Digital Promise
DECEMBER 13, 2017
To really take stock of EdClusters in 2017, we first need to revisit the foundation and origin of Education Innovation Clusters — what they are, how they work, and how they are progressing. In 2017, we initiated a research project with seven EdClusters and key research partners. Both of these working groups grew out of a breakfast we hosted at SXSWedu in March 2017, during which EdClusters workshopped different needs and how they might tackle them.
Teacher Reboot Camp
DECEMBER 1, 2017
Events Holidays Mobile Learning 2017 Digital Calendar Christmas December education apps gifts Hanukkah holidays Kwanzaa“The joy of brightening other lives, bearing each others’ burdens, easing others’ loads and supplanting empty hearts and lives with generous gifts becomes for us the magic of the holidays.” ” – W.C. Jones. December is here! If you’re students are like mine, they are already in holiday mode.
Teacher Reboot Camp
DECEMBER 12, 2017
Effective Technology Integration Events Holidays 2017 Digital Calendar edapps mlearning speaking tools young learners“I like nonsense, it wakes up the brain cells.” ” – Dr. Seuss. Humor is an effective way to reach students, especially if they struggle with understanding difficult concepts or theories. Humor can also help students pay attention to boring or routine facts and drills.
EdTech4Beginners
JANUARY 25, 2017
I think 2017 is going to be an exciting year, there’s going to be a lot more cloud based technology than there was before and when classes and content are delivered in the cloud and via browsers, it means kids can access the same experience and content at home as they can in the classroom. Martin McKay is the Chief Technology officer and one of the founders of Texthelp Inc.
Education Elements
DECEMBER 27, 2017
In 2017, we published blog posts from our team, our districts, and thought leaders from across the country, ranging from examples of personalized learning in real classrooms, to how to think differently about the purpose of curriculum, to how to change the mindset of a district, to why we do what we do (and why we have made some changes to what we do!) When we started the Bring Your Own Thoughts blog our goal was simple: write good stuff to help good people do good things for kids.
The Christensen Institute
JULY 14, 2017
This week saw the release of the third in a series of personalized learning studies conducted by the RAND Foundation. The research analyzed implementation, survey, and efficacy data in a sample of schools that are part of the Next Generation Learning Challenges (NGLC) portfolio, and compared that data to a national sample of schools. The findings? NGLC schools yielded some positive academic results, but educators and administrators reported numerous challenges.
120 
Let's personalize your content