2017, Elementary and Maker Movement

Seesaw in the Elementary Music Classroom with Amy Burns

The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

She has authored three books on how to integrate technology into the elementary music classroom. She is the recipient of the 2005 TI:ME Teacher of the Year, 2016 NJ Master Music Teacher, 2016 Governor’s Leader in Arts Education, and the 2017 NJ Nonpublic School Teacher of the Year Awards. Maarten, and Australia.

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Elementary Classroom Twitter Company

Computational Thinking and Math for Elementary Grades

The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

Computational Thinking and Math for Elementary Grades. He was named one of ten 2017 Computer Science Association Awards for Teaching Excellence. Vicki: Steve, do you find that there are teachers that think that kids can’t really understand these concepts — like elementary kids really understanding XY coordinates?

Elementary

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How to Teach Coding in the Elementary Grades with Sam Patterson

The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 4, 2017

Elementary and primary students can learn to code. How to Teach Coding in the Elementary Grades with Sam Patterson. Date: Monday, December 4, 2017. Why code in the elementary grades? So, Sam, why do we even want to code in the elementary grades? Today’s sponsor: Metaverse is a free simple augmented reality tool.

Elementary

Elementary How To iPad Exercises

Integrating the Arts into Every Subject

The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

Former secretary of education, William Bennett, says, “An elementary school that treats the arts as the province of a few gifted children, or views them only as recreation and entertainment, is a school that needs an infusion of soul. Wednesday, September 20, 2017. For guests and hyperlinks to resources, scroll down.

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Design Thinking Process and UDL Planning Tool for STEM, STEAM, Maker Education

User Generated Education

JUNE 8, 2017

We ‘re also going to be sharing more details including redesigning makerspaces in the classroom in our presentation at ISTE 2017 in San Antonio on Monday, June 26 11:30 to 12:30. Additional Resources referenced from Jackie’s blog: Introducing Design Thinking to Elementary Learners. Video Game Design with Elementary Learners.

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No Begging Required: Teachers Share 5 Creative Ways to Fund Classroom Technology

Edsurge

AUGUST 7, 2017

She is not alone, as educators around the United States get ready to start the 2017-18 school year, supplies—particularly technology—can cost classrooms hundreds of thousands of dollars. Pearsall notes that this school year teachers are expanding their definitions of technology projects to include more maker centers and coding curriculum.

Technology

Technology Classroom iPad Maker Movement

Kids Co-Creating Curriculum

The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 29, 2018

I was over in one of the elementary schools the other day, and three years ago we were all in awe and kind of gaga about a high school student who was all in with drones, and sort of building and flying, and learning about aviation and drones with his high school peers. Drones in the Classroom. He’s actually been back, He’s taking a gap year.

Elementary

Elementary Assessment Company Maker Movement

Change One Simple Thing to Start Your Journey to Remarkable Teaching

The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

She subsequently served as a central office science coordinator and staff developer, elementary school principal, director of instruction, assistant superintendent for instruction, and adjunct instructor in educational leadership for the University of Virginia’s Curry School and the School of Continuing Education. She holds a B.S.

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Minecraft in the Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Tuesday, October 3, 2017. All comments in the shaded green box are my own. For guests and hyperlinks to resources, scroll down. Enhanced Transcript. Minecraft in the Classroom. Shownotes: www.coolcatteacher.com/e162. Vicki: Happy Ed Tech Tool Tuesday! Minecraft in the classroom.

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How to Use Metaverse: Awesome Augmented Reality and New Features

The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

I first wrote about this app in December 2017 shortly after launch. From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Metaverse is a powerful augmented reality (AR) programming app for classrooms.

How To

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Simple Virtual Reality in the Classroom with Google Streetview and Google Cardboard with Donnie Piercey

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 15, 2017

Right now through August 31, 2017, they’re giving away 10 free 60-minute lesson plans for lit teachers – go to owleyes.org/teachers to sign up free and get your lesson plans now. Tuesday, August 15, 2017. Owl Eyes is a must-get for classical literature teachers. Download the transcript. Shownotes: www.coolcatteacher.com/e127.

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What’s Hot in 2nd-Grade with #2ndchat moderator Carol McLaughlin

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 30, 2017

Wednesday, August 30, 2017. Carol has been an elementary educator in the primary grades for 26 years. Transcript for Episode 138. What’s Hot in 2 nd -Grade with #2ndchat moderator Carol McLaughlin. Shownotes: www.coolcatteacher.com/e138. From Audio File: 138-Carol-McLaughlin. So, get out there. Be a remarkable educator.

Trends

Trends Twitter STEM Elementary

Educating Kids for Life not for Tests

The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 22, 2018

She subsequently served as a central office science coordinator and staff developer, elementary school principal, director of instruction, assistant superintendent for instruction, and adjunct instructor in educational leadership for the University of Virginia’s Curry School and the School of Continuing Education. She holds a B.S.

Education

Education Examples Maker Movement Company

22 Top Tips for Better Classroom Management

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 13, 2019

It really hit me in 2017 when I noticed Raymond Chambers , who dances in his classroom. Then I started thinking of the many teachers I’ve interviewed on my various podcasts since 2014.

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Merge Cube Mania in Middle School

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 11, 2018

She, I just found out, was MACUL 2017 Tech Using Teacher of the Year. Her roots are as an elementary classroom teacher where she utilized technology as an integrated part of the learning environment. Merge Cube Mania in Middle School. Link to show: www.coolcatteacher.com/e288. Date: April 11, 2018. So she is in Michigan.

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Different Schools for a Different World

The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 9, 2017

Date: November 9, 2017. For guests and hyperlinks to resources, scroll down. Enhanced Transcript. Improving Schools By Killing Boredom and Promoting Deeper Learning. Link to show: www.coolcatteacher.com/e189. Now, Scott, what are some of the things that you think are preventing kids from learning?

Assessment

Assessment Company System Maker Movement

3 Ways to Lead Project-Based Learning

The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 5, 2017

Thursday, October 5, 2017. All comments in the shaded green box are my own. For guests and hyperlinks to resources, scroll down. Enhanced Transcript. Leading Project Based Learning. Shownotes: www.coolcatteacher.com/e164. Vicki: So today we’re thinking about leading project-based learning.

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5 Ways to Reach Even Resistant Writers with Writer’s Workshop

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 17, 2017

Right now through August 31, 2017, they’re giving away 10 free 60-minute lesson plans for lit teachers – go to owleyes.org/teachers to sign up free and get your lesson plans now. Download the transcript: Thursday, August 17, 2017. Owl Eyes is a must-get for classical literature teachers. Transcript for Episode 129 . AngelaStockman.

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eBook Assessment Strategy Elementary

5 Ways to Improve STEAM Learning at Your School

The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

Friday, September 2, 2017. Enhanced Transcript. 5 Ways to Amp Up STEAM Learning in the Classroom. Shownotes: www.coolcatteacher.com/e140. Download the transcript: Aaron Maurer on episode 140. Vicki: Here we are with my good friend, Aaron Maurer @ coffeechugbooks talking about five ways to amp up STEAM in our classroom.

Learning

Learning STEM Classroom Maker Movement

This Amazing South Bronx School Grows 50,000 Pounds of Vegetables a Year

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 21, 2017

This fun, visual tool lets students explore 150 different science and social studies units for elementary and middle school learners. Monday, August 21, 2017. They’re doing awesome things to drive inquiry based learning. The Kids Discover online platform lets students enter discovery mode. Enhanced Transcript for Episode 131.

Elementary

Elementary Common Core Mobility Maker Movement

EdTech Update

Seesaw in the Elementary Music Classroom with Amy Burns

Computational Thinking and Math for Elementary Grades

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How to Teach Coding in the Elementary Grades with Sam Patterson

Integrating the Arts into Every Subject

Design Thinking Process and UDL Planning Tool for STEM, STEAM, Maker Education

No Begging Required: Teachers Share 5 Creative Ways to Fund Classroom Technology

Kids Co-Creating Curriculum

Change One Simple Thing to Start Your Journey to Remarkable Teaching

Minecraft in the Classroom

How to Use Metaverse: Awesome Augmented Reality and New Features

Simple Virtual Reality in the Classroom with Google Streetview and Google Cardboard with Donnie Piercey

What’s Hot in 2nd-Grade with #2ndchat moderator Carol McLaughlin

Educating Kids for Life not for Tests

22 Top Tips for Better Classroom Management

Merge Cube Mania in Middle School

Different Schools for a Different World

3 Ways to Lead Project-Based Learning

5 Ways to Reach Even Resistant Writers with Writer’s Workshop

5 Ways to Improve STEAM Learning at Your School

This Amazing South Bronx School Grows 50,000 Pounds of Vegetables a Year

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