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What Is Educational Technology (Ed Tech), and Why Should Schools Invest in It?

EdTech Magazine

Today’s teachers have robust technology at their disposal, and students have grown up in an increasingly digital world. But, with so many software applications, devices and other technologies on the market, it’s easy for teachers to become overwhelmed with the array of opportunities available to them. This is a 1.7

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Top Posts of 2023

A Principal's Reflections

As we reflect on the past year, it's evident that the realm of education continues to be influenced by an array of disruptive forces, most notably artificial intelligence. Through my blog, I've aimed to create a platform that not only informs but also empowers and motivates educators and learners to explore new horizons in education.

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CITE 2023: Attendees Reflect on AI Learnings and Other Takeaways

EdTech Magazine

Some IT professionals came to CITE 2023 looking for it; others found it inescapable once they arrived, but many attendees agreed it was the prevailing theme of this year’s conference: artificial intelligence. One year after OpenAI released ChatGPT, IT and education leaders are still feeling its effects.

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CITE 2023: Protect Student Data Privacy with Ed Tech Policies

EdTech Magazine

IT departments are taking a closer look at the way educational technology is collecting and using student data. However, not everyone in education is aware of the risks associated with data collection, and it can be hard to convey why it’s important to use tech with restrictions or caution.

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Family PE Week October 2-6, 2023

Ask a Tech Teacher

“Family physical education” refers to physical activities families do together that promote health and fitness. Health Benefits: like maintaining a healthy weight and improving mental well-being Social Interaction: fostering friendships and social skills Family PE Week is October 2-6 this year, 2023.

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FETC 2023: Expert Strategies on Combatting Burnout and Improving Teacher Retention

EdTech Magazine

Teacher retention is anticipated to become one of the biggest challenges in K–12 education in 2023. Educators are leaving the profession in droves, with numerous states facing severe teacher shortages heading into the 2022-2023 school year.

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Geography Awareness Week: November 13-17, 2023

Ask a Tech Teacher

National Geographic created Geography Awareness Week to raise awareness to this dangerous deficiency in American education and excite people about geography as both a discipline and as a part of everyday life. Copyright ©2023 askatechteacher.com – All rights reserved.