Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye this past week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 36 Edition). Nonetheless, they contend that its killer app will be education.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

10MT | 10-Minute Teacher Interview with Billy Krakower From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Billy Krakower (@ wkrakower ), co-author of 140 Twitter Tips for Educators, is a co-moderator of a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders called #Satchat.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

Two news stories this week have turned my attention (again) to the issue of conflict of interest in education, technology, and public policy. The first was another in Natasha Singer’s New York Times must-read series, ‘Education Disrupted,’ entitled Silicon Valley Courts Brand-Name Teachers, Raising Ethics Issues.

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Doug Levin

AUGUST 20, 2017

(Mostly) back from my August hiatus, I’m pleased to offer up the next edition of A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News. The 2017 EdNext Poll on School Reform: Digital Learning , which offers my sense of what those interested in K-12 educational technology can and should take away from this annual polling about schools.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 24, 2017

10MT | 10-Minute Teacher Interview with Jennifer Gonzalez From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Well, today’s guest and edtech expert Jennifer Gonzalez @ cultofpedagogy gives us some amazing tools to try for Five Idea Friday. Technology moves so quickly! Do you know what to try next?

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 21, 2019

What are some ways to use G Suite to build online training options for educators? How might educators modernize K–12 infrastructure for more efficient and secure computing, storage and networking management ? JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Follow @EdTech_K12 on Twitter for continued ISTE 2019 coverage. by Marquita Brown.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Educators See Positive Impact of Mobile Devices in K–12. A new report from national education nonprofit Project Tomorrow says adding mobile devices to the classroom provides students with equity, empowerment and a better understanding of complex concepts. Follower her on Twitter at @wendymcmahon. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 5, 2019

The 2019 Honor Roll: EdTech’s 30 Must-Read K–12 Education IT Influencers. Educational technology is changing rapidly for K–12 school districts, which can make it difficult for even the savviest educators to keep up. If so, grab our IT influencer cover image for your Twitter page to share with your followers.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 3, 2021

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. You can also receive graduate credit through CAEP and regionally accredited university partners for continuing education requirements. Digital Equity: How to Understand The Problems Facing #Edtech. Teachers are stressing over so many things.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

A special Valentine's Day Episode of 10MT with Links to Tools and Tech I Use From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Those who leave a review between 2/1/2017 and 2/3/2017 will have two entries for each review. Winner’s name will be posted on this blog before February 27, 2017.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 2, 2017

2 September 2017. Twitter alone is rife with educators broadcasting their company-bestowed titles. “If Levin, president of EdTech Strategies, a consulting firm. As quoted in: Singer, Natasha. Silicon Valley Courts Brand-Name Teachers, Raising Ethics Issues.” New York Times.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 2, 2017

2 September 2017. Twitter alone is rife with educators broadcasting their company-bestowed titles. “If Levin, president of EdTech Strategies, a consulting firm. As quoted in: Singer, Natasha. Silicon Valley Courts Brand-Name Teachers, Raising Ethics Issues.” New York Times.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 25, 2017

My slide shows and resources From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Mega edtech tool Share – Vicki Davis #iste17 from Vicki Davis. Mega edtech tool Share – Vicki Davis #iste17 from Vicki Davis. It is ISTE17 time. Here’s my schedule.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 24, 2018

5 Best Practices for STEM Education Spaces. Thomas School near Seattle has concentrated on beefing up the school’s science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education for the past several years and plans to strengthen it even more in the future. SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks!

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter As part of #LoveTeaching week, I recorded some thoughts on why I love teaching. You can also receive graduate credit through CAEP and regionally accredited university partners for continuing education requirements. Today’s sponsor: Advancement Courses.

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Shake Up Learning

MAY 8, 2017

The post The Educational Hashtag and Twitter Chat Database appeared first on Shake Up Learning. The Educational Hashtag Database is Here! Over the last few months, I’ve been collecting information about educational hashtags and related Twitter chats to create a searchable and filterable database. (

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 5, 2018

District Tinker-Fests and Hackathons Rev Up Student Interest in STEM Education. science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education is put into action. MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out how to create a successful STEM program! eli.zimmerman_9856. Fri, 10/05/2018 - 08:55. At the annual Tinker Fair in De Queen, Ark.,

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

APRIL 26, 2017

April 26, 2017 Twitter is probably one of the most popular social media platforms among teachers and educators. Our Twitter section here in EdTech and mLearning features tons of interesting resources.read more.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 30, 2020

Heather Marrs shares how to get started with gamifying your classroom From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter How could you take your whole elementary classroom year and gamify it? She is an Apple Distinguished Educator, Seesaw Ambassador, Book Creator Ambassador and FlipGrid Ambassador.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2018

In fact, according to a 2017 report by Dell , 85 percent of the jobs that will exist in 2030 haven’t even been invented yet. MORE FROM EDTECH: See how K–12 schools and companies are partnering to prepare their students for a digitally driven workforce! Employable Skills and Real-World Solutions Grow from STEM. DeQueen (Ark.)

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

New research from Macquarie University’s Department of Educational Studies and education technology company Makers Empire finds 3D printing integration can boost creativity, critical thinking and design skills among primary school students. by Eli Zimmerman.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

Schools utilizing education technology may need to double down on cybersecurity as collections of student data become more common targets for cybercriminals, announces the Federal Bureau of Investigations in an alert , Tuesday. Discuss with their local districts about what and how EdTech technologies and programs are used in their schools.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2021

It wasn’t part of their teacher training program so they rely on school PD to fill the many holes in blending tech with education. What is surprising is that many teacher programs don’t prepare their graduates well for the rigors of using technology to meet current educational requirements. And here lies the problem.

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Edsurge

JULY 26, 2017

News has followed audiences onto social media, so much so that a few years ago Poynter reported journalists and news organizations were some of the most active users on Twitter. Here is some evergreen advice from folks in the EdSurge community who shared their thoughts during our twitter chats. June 21, 2017. May 3, 2017.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 1, 2018

Bethany Petty on episode 302 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Education technology must enhance learning. Using Edtech to Enhance Learning. Twitter: @Bethany_Petty. If it doesn’t, why use it? Listen Now. Stream by clicking here. Blog: [link].

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 6, 2017

10MT | Episode 26 Josh Harris gets us motivated to try new things From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Today Josh Harris @edtechspec an elementary edtech director from California, talks about an attitude of innovation. Twitter handle: @edtechspec. Listen Now. Blog: [link].

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 25, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Monica Burns @ classtechtips talks about the hottest edtech topics right now (and those that aren’t so hot) in this candid and wide-ranging conversation.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 29, 2017

Episode 137 with Dr. Michelle Zimmerman on the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Today Dr. Michelle Zimmerman @mrzphd talks about social emotional learning and education technology. Edtech and Social Emotional Learning. Transcript: Tuesday, August 29, 2017.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 29, 2019

K–12 Schools Take a Business-Minded Approach to Education. In 2017, the school system adopted hyperconverged infrastructure and saw dramatic improvements, including more time for IT staff to focus on innovative projects instead of daily server management. . “It eli.zimmerman_9856. Tue, 10/29/2019 - 10:32. by Ryan Petersen. “It

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EdTech4Beginners

APRIL 1, 2017

Edcamps are organic, participant-driven professional learning experiences for educators across the country and worldwide! It was an excellent experience and I gained a lot of knowledge, ideas and resources from fellow educators. Sign in and network with other educators pic.twitter.com/VvhkQVFajJ. What happened at #edcampBKK ?

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

#ICE18: Illinois Conference Will Prepare Educators for Modern Learning Environments. The organization — now 10,500 members strong — is continuing efforts to support the development, growth and use of technology in all facets of the educational process as educators seek to prepare students for the 21st-century workplace.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 26, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Kristina Holzweiss shares plain and simple terms some of the most timesaving, enriching online resources available to teachers today. Sponsor: Wipebook Flipchart Wipebook is an excellent solution for educators, no matter where you’re teaching.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

The increasing digitalization of education has put even more emphasis on internet access in K–12 schools , leading more school districts, nonprofits and government agencies to invest in programs and services to ensure each student is connected. . Students are also using their mobile devices to assist with their education now more than ever.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

Leah Juelke helps refugee students tell their stories From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Leah Juelke, 2018 North Dakota State Teacher of the Year, works with EL English and Speech in Fargo, North Dakota. Education First Global Teacher Fellowship- Berlin 2018 ? Never stop learning!

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 2, 2018

SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks! It’s clear that educators using traditional teaching methods — tied to the chalkboard in the front of the classroom — have some catching up to do with districts like Neosho and Cherokee County. The 'Modern Classroom' Movement Is Growing Fast.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

MORE FROM EDTECH: Find out what professional development your teachers need to run a successful makerspace ! MORE FROM EDTECH: Read how educators are incorporating computer science into their curriculum ! What Are the Benefits of Makerspaces in Schools? Makerspaces have revolutionized what school libraries can do.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JUNE 16, 2017

Follow us on Twitter, @ShellTerrell , to catch the livestream or to catch up with us during the conference. Shelly Sanchez (@ShellTerrell) June 15, 2017. June 24th, is the Hack Education Unconference in San Antonio. June 24th for the Hack Education After Party sponsored by Participate. Where’s the Party?

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