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OCTOBER 21, 2019

When I started teaching, videos were used only for a few reasons: to teach historical events, as a prize for something students did well, or for the sub to fill the time while I was out. Why use videos. Today’s videos are highly-effective learning tools, cerebral entertainment, and well-suited to visual and auditory learners.

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Hapara

JULY 3, 2023

With all that learners can do online, though, it’s easy for them to get sidetracked and wander down a rabbit hole of videos, memes, off-task conversations, games or the latest sports scores. For instance, some learners may get immediately distracted by a webpage with math games and lose focus on their formative assessment.

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OCTOBER 28, 2022

C-Span provides Americans with access to live gavel-to-gavel proceedings of the U.S. Also included are direct access to elected and appointed individuals, audience call-ins to officials, audience-created videos, lesson plans for educators, and more. From Commoncraft, this YouTube video is a short guide to understanding the U.S.

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OCTOBER 23, 2019

When I started teaching, videos were a rarity. Common practice was to assign a chapter to read in a textbook and then a worksheet to assess student knowledge. But the excuse I used, as did most of my colleagues, was: It takes too much time to find the right videos to support so many different personal demands. Check123 .

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Hapara

MAY 25, 2023

For instance, asking them to help develop classroom rules enables their voices to be heard and gives them buy-in. Providing choices for learners is another way to make activities and assessments meaningful and relevant to them. Hāpara Filter supports this by including the option for learners to make digital citizenship decisions.

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JULY 25, 2023

Computers & Mobile Devices Computers and mobile devices like smartphones and tablets are the primary way learners access the internet. Through these devices, students access web-based study tools, simulation tools, and apps where they can interact with their teachers and fellow students. And it’s a great way to get more done.

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OCTOBER 31, 2017

Assessing student learning used to be as simple as giving a test that consisted of multiple choice, True/False, short answer, and/or essay. Habits, templates, and routines are much easier than reinventing the assessment wheel but a tool that results in passionate students committed to lifelong learning gets my attention.

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Hapara

APRIL 21, 2023

A web filter’s main goal is to block online content that internet users shouldn’t access and keep harmful malware from breaking into a network. When IT staff adds a URL to the allowed list, learners and educators can access that website at any point. Watch the short video What are examples of web filtering software and features?

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Hapara

JULY 19, 2023

Since Google Docs saves progress on its own, and learners can access it online, it certainly works well for word processing. Collaborate One of the benefits of Google Docs for learners is that it increases their productivity because they can access their documents from any device. No more lost notes!

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MAY 17, 2022

Supplement traditional textbooks with digital versions that can be accessed online. I think that having digital versions of textbooks can enhance students’ learning in a number of ways. Create digital study guides that can be accessed online. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Digital texts confront students with the potential for continually updated content and dynamically changing combinations of words, graphics, images, hyperlinks, and embedded video and audio. The underlying theme can’t be ignored by teachers any longer: A 21 st Century learner requires technologic proficiency.

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JANUARY 17, 2022

Some teachers would post videos of their lessons so that a viewer could see the instruction taking place. Using a hashtag with the group’s name would provide access to a wealth of information for teachers seeking some guidance in their teaching practice. What a great resource.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

This year, the conference includes thousands of sessions — spread over a week — on topics such as online and blended learning, digital citizenship, equity and inclusion, social-emotional learning, assessment, data privacy and more. Join EdTech as we provide written and video coverage of ISTE20.

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MARCH 21, 2020

As schools across the United States close or prepare to close to prevent the spread of COVID-19, Encyclopaedia Britannica is offering all schools’ and students free access to its popular LaunchPacks ® Science and Social Studies learning content. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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AUGUST 7, 2020

Problems include administering and grading assessments, taking attendance, finding backchannel tools that enable them to stay in touch with students, and keeping viewers engaged during video presentations. ” Students add their question about material they’re reviewing, a video they’re watching, or anything else.

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JULY 8, 2022

And if students are going to check a book out of the school library, have them check it out online or research it digitally (if that’s available). make it clear to students that class presentations can be done digitally–with video, audio, music, or any mixture of digital tools that the student chooses.

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JULY 12, 2021

One, all assignments were created so that students could have access 24/7. I made sure that there were only two assignments a week with the final assignment being a type of assessment. It is important to note that going forward I would record video instructions using Flipgrid for my students who did not attend on a given day.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 21, 2020

As schools across the United States close or prepare to close to prevent the spread of COVID-19, Encyclopaedia Britannica is offering all schools’ and students free access to its popular LaunchPacks ® Science and Social Studies learning content. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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JANUARY 24, 2017

I’ve written a lot lately about the benefits of using videos in your classroom. There are plenty of reasons why videos are great educational tools, and there are many tools on the web to help provide you with video content. You can hire professionals to create videos for you if your budget allows.

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APRIL 24, 2020

make access from digital devices easy and intuitive. Flipgrid is a freemium discussion app where teachers (or even students) pose a discussion topic (via video) and students respond with a short video. have students share a quick video about themselves at the start of a new school year. Educational applications.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 2, 2019

Today when we talk about education, we only talk about three things: the curriculum, the teacher and the assessments,” Zhao told attendees at the Consortium for School Networking’s 2019 annual conference keynote session, Envisioning the Skills Students Need: 2030. MORE FROM EDTECH: Read about the top three elements of digital citizenship.

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MAY 23, 2022

Kiddom is an all-in-one education platform for remote or in-person learning or a hybrid of the two that provides a high-quality digital curriculum capable of integrating curriculum management, instruction, assessment, and communication tools into one location. Check out this three-minute video. Want a little more?

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MARCH 8, 2021

Here’s a great quote I heard in a sponsored video: “It might sound crazy to you and me but the kids love it.” Here’s a video that decodes this already-simple class tool. WeVideo Digital Storytelling Kit. While the toolkit is free, you do have to provide your professional details to access the download.

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AUGUST 14, 2023

Educators can incorporate images, videos, and animations into quizzes, creating an immersive experience that appeals to different learning modalities. Accessibility and Convenience Accessible online, AI quiz builders offer students the flexibility to study anytime and anywhere with an internet connection.

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AUGUST 6, 2021

Edusight Notes allows educators to record video, text, and audio observations of a learner’s performance in class. Educators can log into their grade book from any computer with Internet access. GradeBook Pro – GradeBook Pro is designed with educators to help record grades, learner performance, and attendance.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

Course: Designing Blended Learning for Student Engagement and Achievement “By the end of the course, you will be able to design and implement meaningful blended learning experiences with objective-aligned assessments and activities that foster core 21st-century skills.”

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MAY 14, 2021

Good intentions to give all students access to the world’s knowledge were derailed by the cost of the websites and webtools that made that happen. Turns out — and not really a surprise — the cost of the digital devices was minor compared to the cost of the websites and webtools required to meet goals. Listen and Read.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Digital literacy in education and the world is of paramount importance today, where technology permeates every aspect of our lives. It empowers individuals to navigate and critically assess the vast ocean of digital information. Digital citizenship skills teach students responsible and ethical online behavior.

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APRIL 5, 2019

A School License is a multi-user PDF of most books (or videos where available) we offer–textbooks, curricula, lesson plans, student workbooks, and more–that can be used on every digital device in your school–iPads, Macs, PCs, Chromebooks, laptops, netbooks, smartphones, iPods. We’ll send the extra books.

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OCTOBER 23, 2020

For a great demo of Apple Classroom, check out Matt’s video over at Learn, Lead, Grow. EdPuzzle, now used in half of American schools, allows teachers to crop and format existing videos, add text, their voice, and questions, as well as other options that will enhance the usefulness of videos as teaching and assessment tools.

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Edsurge

MAY 5, 2023

Katie Fielding, an instructional technology coordinator at Arlington Public Schools in Virginia, sees that today’s students lean heavily into video and collaboration for deeper understanding, suggesting Gen Z learns best from working with other people.

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MARCH 29, 2022

Instructions are both written and audio, making them accessible to lots of learners. Students finish the program with an assessment of knowledge and certificates. Once registered, teachers have access to lesson plans and other resources to help unpack the Stock Market Game experience for their students.

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OCTOBER 30, 2020

Assess learning –today’s favorite is gameshow webtools such as Kahoot and Quizizz. You can also try critical thinking games like a Digital Breakout Room that require a deeper understanding of the fullness of what was learned. Class exit ticket –complete a five minute summative digital activity.

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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. Test prep can include questions, tests, and videos. Its combination of video and written explanations also serve varied student learning styles. Khan Academy.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Today’s Sponsor: GradeCam is a web-based tool that lets you customize assessments with multiple choice, true/false, number grids, rubrics, and more. You can even transfer grades into any digital grade book with the touch of a button. Heather: Well, Vicki, I have a passion for digital citizenship and student voice integrated in there.

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JANUARY 31, 2017

Expect digital class presentations to include video, audio, music, or a mixture of digital tools. Make research tools like dictionaries and thesauri accessible from all digital devices. Instead of writing out answers to homework questions, have students record themselves, take a video, or write a blog.

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Shake Up Learning

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Kasey and Al discuss how to protect students online and the ever-growing need for digital citizenship skills. We want teachers to know, for example, if a student is trying to access inappropriate, even dangerous online resources or if they’re being bullied or in distress. Digital Risk. Privacy with Video Conferencing.

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