The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 12, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter My students are writing a collaborative writing document following the principles I share in my book Reinventing Writing. Yesterday I demonstrated how to get AI feedback. I want you to see my issues and how I proceed at each step of the process.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 21, 2017

Episode 37 of The 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Monica Burns, author of #FormativeTech , shares essential tools and tips for effective formative assessment. Learn how to get results. How should teachers select their formative assessment tool belt.

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Neo LMS

MARCH 12, 2020

An LMS allows teachers to create and deliver content that can be easily accessed by students. It also allows you to monitor student engagement and participation, assess student knowledge and track their performance, even outside the four walls of a classroom. One of these many platforms is a Learning Management System (LMS).

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

Screencastify and Screencasting for Formative Assessment (a sponsored post) From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Screencasting is a useful assessment tool. While I use it for my video tutorials, I also have my students make their own screencasts to help me assess their progress.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 13, 2024

Let’s explore how each tool can transform the classroom environment and spark a love for learning in every student. Interactive Quizzing Platforms Interactive quizzing platforms are revolutionizing the way educators assess understanding and retention in the classroom. Here are 12 such tools that will truly captivate students.

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Neo LMS

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Read more: 4 Tips for using accessibility features to promote inclusion. Read more: How to facilitate meaningful discussions in hybrid or virtual classrooms. The post How to do more with less screen time appeared first on NEO BLOG. Besides, captions are helpful for those who have hearing or attention difficulties.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Are you a middle school science teacher looking to ignite your students' curiosity? All these resources are freely accessible from the Natural History Museum of Utah. Research Quest sponsored this blog post. And the best part?

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

How to build your global classroom in 4 steps. Teachers have to assess the resources and capacities of both schools before starting a project. For asynchronous collaboration, you can use groups and forums, a shared blog, or a wiki. The post How to build your global classroom in 4 steps appeared first on NEO BLOG.

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Neo LMS

APRIL 5, 2018

In my first post in the series we explored how redefining what your data is for and how best to capture it can save many hours of tedium and time wastage. My second post examined a number of useful resources for how to create shortcuts in your lesson planning, without sacrificing quality or outcomes. Grading: a necessary evil?

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 19, 2024

In addition to being an engaging activity, this strategy was a great way for me to assess my students’ understanding of the academic vocabulary informally. This was critical because they needed to know these terms to access the questions and texts on their end-of-unit assessment. Additional Tips!

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 15, 2024

“The content presented in this blog is the result of my creative imagination and not intended for use, reproduction, or incorporation into any artificial intelligence training or machine learning systems without prior written consent from the author.” ” Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

” I wrote a blog about the difference , but here is a quick comparison that might help. To read more about supporting self-paced learning and keeping students on track, check out my blog titled “ The Art of Self-Pacing: How to Build Playlists that Keep Students on Track.”

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Neo LMS

JUNE 21, 2022

Since adverse environments and stress can disrupt executive functioning skill development, schools have to provide educational programs that teach students how to successfully plan and achieve their goals. Done inadequately, self-assessment and monitoring can lead to serious issues that can impact students’ well-being.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 3, 2021

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Advancement Courses Advancement Courses sponsored this blog post. I’ve also included courses from this blog post sponsor, Advancement Courses that meet the criteria for each topic. How to Reach Students Who Have Experienced Trauma.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter I've been working on a big project and am very busy, but I have been studying the changes in Windows 11 Copilot, released on Tuesday, September 26, and wanted to share them with you. See Windows Insider Blog.] Pretty cool.

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N2Y

MARCH 6, 2020

Before many states adopted extended (accessible) educational standards for students with unique needs, we began developing differentiated materials to provide students with the ability to learn skills, demonstrate knowledge and raise the bar for educational expectations. Differentiation to ensure access and compliance.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

We've just posted a new blog post by Dr. Albrecht in our " Library Service, Safety, & Security " section of Library 2.0 : "Meth on the Walls of Your Library? How to Know, What to Do." He is board-certified in HR, security management, employee coaching, and threat assessment. You can read the full post here. in Psychology.

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Shake Up Learning

AUGUST 16, 2022

The post Emoji Assessments for Any Classroom – SULS0168 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this episode, I’m sharing ideas for using emojis in your informal and formative assessments. Use emojis to create a key to check for understanding, reflect, self-assess, peer-assess, or give feedback!

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edWeb.net

MARCH 6, 2022

Blog post by Stacey Pusey based on this edLeader Panel. Technology and assessments seem like natural partners—after all, the goal of assessments is to collect data on student progress. In other words, if every educator is using the program, then every educator should be able to access and use the base functions of the platform.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Yes, attendees were exposed to a list of fun tools they might use, but they were not learning how to use those tools in service of strong pedagogical practices. They demonstrate the efficiency and simplicity with which these tools generate lists of questions, create quick assessments, and plan lessons or entire units.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 12, 2021

Acceleration Research with Dr. Douglas Fisher From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Acceleration research can teach us how to accelerate learning. Request free access today at teach.tract.app with the access code COOLCATTEACHER. 4 Key Factors for Fantastic Formative Assessment.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 19, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Teaching online and blending classrooms is a hot topic, but there’s always room for improvement. In this blog post, you’ll discover ten topics that can help you improve your online or blended classroom.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 19, 2022

A study from the company found that half of 18-24-year olds have limited access to a laptop, tablet or PC. Read on… Ask a Tech Teacher has several articles on this topic that you’ll find interesting: How to Assess Digital Literacy. Beyond Digital Literacy: How EdTech Fosters Children’s Social-Emotional Development.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 22, 2019

In the last two blogs, I have focused on strategies teachers can use to 1) assess prior knowledge before a lesson and 2) check for understanding during a lesson. I’ve suggested that teachers build mechanisms into their lessons to collect formative assessment data. Tell Me How. Learning Log/Blog. Exit Ticket.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

2 Use a Quick Quiz to Assess Completion and Comprehension of the Video Instruction If teachers are worried about whether students watched or understood the flipped instruction, they can begin class with a quick formative assessment strategy, like an entrance ticket or quiz.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 28, 2022

It helps them find a balance between frontal lessons and individual study, interaction and reflection, formal evaluation and self-assessment. . Preparing students for their future jobs by teaching them how to effectively learn on their own builds a reliable and skilled workforce. . How to encourage student autonomy in the classroom .

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 2, 2023

With access to the right tools, they can have a sense of control over their lives and learning environments. Some of the potential contributing factors to this lack of access include: Lack of support and training Adopting assistive technologies requires training and proficiency.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 7, 2018

I’ve based my selections on the following criteria: ease of use — accounts are easy to set up with access to both the site and materials quick and intuitive. StudyBlue is user-driven SAT prep which works by providing access to user-created flashcard collections that address SAT skills. How NOT to Assess Student Writing.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 15, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. In this blog post, I’ll share how Lumio is a great tool for classroom teachers everywhere, whether you’re reviewing for a tough exam like my Computer Science class or teaching a regular lesson. How to get to the site. Let’s dive in.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Read more: How to get started with hybrid teaching. Online lessons created in a learning management system, for example, have the advantage that they can be accessed asynchronously. Read more: Teaching students how to manage digital distractions. Assessment and grading. Conclusion.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter We educators need to rest and recover this summer. So, in this blog post, I’m going to share 20 teaching areas that are relevant to distance learning and why these topics might be one you choose to take a professional development course to learn this summer.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 22, 2019

Students strengthen social-emotional skills by presenting an overview of their progress, evaluating it, asking for help, and determining how to improve. When parents listen to their child’s ideas and discuss with them how to succeed in school, it establishes the importance of education in the family dynamics. More about parents.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

There are three basic principles to UDL , and before we go on to the part about how to apply it in the classroom, these principles need to be highlighted. The educational system tends to favor the one-size-fits-all instead of options over options of delivering instructions, assessing students and keeping them motivated.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

In the edLeader Panel, “ Choosing Equitable, High-Quality STEM Curricula and the Impact It Can Have ,” district- and state-level STEM leaders discussed how to create inclusive and accessible schoolwide STEM programs that benefit all students. Open and Accessible STEM Benefits All Students.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 11, 2021

Recently, a teacher posted a comment to my blog lamenting that direct instruction consumed much of the class period. Like many, this teacher felt intense pressure to teach the standards and wasn’t sure how to embrace Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and blended learning. How can you proactively remove those barriers?

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 29, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter We took our school from a physical school on a Friday to a distance learning campus by Monday. They know how to do distance learning. We didn’t miss a day – not yet. And the learning continues.

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 19, 2021

A solution comes from rubrics, which are benchmarks used in grading to help assess students’ learning. Teachers can access templates that work across the curriculum, various subjects, and learning activities. The rubrics appear in the right half of the Google Docs document to be assessed, and the final grade is a few clicks away.

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