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Top Posts of 2021

A Principal's Reflections

With 2020 in the rearview mirror, the consensus was that 2021 would be a much smoother ride. Through it all, though, educators found a way to forge ahead in the midst of adversity. On the one hand, I continually empathized with educators as the struggle was, and continues to be, very real.

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Education Predictions for an Unpredictable 2021

Education Elements

Now at the end of 2020, I’d estimate that +95% of all K-12 students took some form of an online class, and most likely this trend will continue into 2021. Even as of May 2019, there were people pointing out the failure of this prediction.

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FETC 2021: Rebuilding Learning Beyond the Classroom

EdTech Magazine

The shift to remote and hybrid learning environments has not been easy for educators to manage. This is a particular challenge for STEM-based educators, who often rely on hands-on learning approaches. That’s especially the case when their lessons lean heavily on interactive learning approaches. Despite this, many have found a way.

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Top 10 Hits and Misses for 2021

Ask a Tech Teacher

Here they are–my top 10 hits of 2021 (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. International Education During the Pandemic. Talk about humility. 16 Great Research Websites for Kids. Visible Learning and John Hattie.

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2021 Online Education Trends Report

Higher education embraced widespread online learning over the past year, discovering benefits and challenges along the way. Gain insight from this annual report from BestColleges.com which surveyed online and remote (due to COVID-19) students, and program administrators.

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10 new Microsoft Teams features for educators (2021)

Ditch That Textbook

The summer of 2021 has been good to Microsoft Teams! Learn about all of the new features for educators and classrooms. The post 10 new Microsoft Teams features for educators (2021) appeared first on Ditch That Textbook. Microsoft Teams is the engine that drives class in so many classrooms. Coming into […].

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Google Jamboard 2021 with Tom Mullaney

The CoolCatTeacher

One of the most popular shows of 2018 was with Tom Mullaney on Google Jamboard so we’ve updated it for 2021! Receive graduate credit through CAEP and regionally accredited university partners or for continuing education units that meet your state requirements. Google Jamboard 2021 – Hot Tips with Tom Mullaney.

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What’s Next for Teaching and Learning? 6 Key Trends in K-12 Education

Speaker: Trenton Goble, Chris Giles, and Cat Flippen

While we’ve examined the challenges of the pandemic, questions remain: What does the future of education look like? Working with Hanover Research, Instructure surveyed educators and parents in the United States on technology use and its impact on student learning, factors that influence student engagement and metrics for student success.

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How Formative Assessment Supports the Learning Journey

Speaker: Todd Theobald, Noel Gomez, Marcus Painter

Join educators and assessment experts as they discuss the role of formative assessment in student learning, how formative practices can guide the teaching and learning cycle, and the positive impact assessment can make on your classroom. December 13th, 2021 at 11:00 am PDT, 2:00 pm EDT, 7:00 pm GMT