The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 27, 2022

Must-Read Tech Book. First, I’m reading an incredible book that came out during the Pandemic The Future is Faster Than You Think: How Converging Technologies Are Transforming Businesses Industries and Our Lives by Peter Diamandis and Steven Kotler. Some books I’d recommend besides the one in the opener include: ?

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Robot teachers. The idea of a robot teacher may seem like a too futuristic concept at the moment, but it’s really an ongoing project in many schools and colleges worldwide. Robot teachers are able to work 24/7 without taking a break and don’t need a salary. They are patient and unbiased.

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The Web20Classroom

AUGUST 26, 2019

After spending a week at a coding camp she has gobbled up every book, YouTube video and resource you can imagine teaching herself not only the fundamentals of coding but experimenting with what she can do. They create some of the best robots and offer thousands of activities and resources to help kids, teachers and parents go #BeyondCode.

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The Cornerstone for Teachers

MARCH 1, 2023

This is what I imagine “Book Choice” looks like, from curricular choices to which books grace the shelves of our classrooms. Of my 1,000+ books, more than a few are on the Banned Books lists of the last century, from Life of Pi & Lord of the Flies to Maus & Pride of Baghdad. The rubber band pulls tight.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 17, 2019

Teachers do not need computer science degrees to engage, enhance and extend student coding experiences due to the abundance of easily accessible creative coding and robotics programs. Coding Activities. Coding can be an abstract concept and difficult for some students to comprehend.

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My Paperless Classroom

OCTOBER 8, 2014

I will admit that when I see something interesting like a robot, a puppet, or a quadricopter, I begin to wonder “How could I use that as a teaching tool?” I am still up in the air about what I can teach using a quadricopter, but I am inviting you to think about robots in your curriculum.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

APRIL 24, 2024

8 Ways eReader Platforms For Publishers Help Maximize Reach Cross-platform Reach Publish Diverse Types of eBooks Multi-Device and Operating System Compatibility Reduce Accessibility Barriers Innovative Revenues Models Data-Based Predictive Analysis Cost-Effective eReader App Power of Choice In Payments III. Table of Contents I.

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techlearning

APRIL 3, 2018

This post is about a pair of brothers and their inspiration approach to educating the world in the realm of robotics using a low-cost way that “up-cycles” existing everyday materials to build their creations. billion kids, particularly in under-provided communities to have better access to our platform. Support all 1.3

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EdTechTeacher

AUGUST 3, 2015

As someone who primarily taught math and science when I was a classroom teacher, I associated robots, robotics curriculum, and robot apps as things that were only used in those subjects. However, this past year my school received a robot grant that provided ten robots for us from the company Sphero.

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Edsurge

JUNE 16, 2020

As a researcher exploring coding and robotic technologies for young children, I hoped the experience could provide me with perspective on foundational principles of computer science (CS) and how students from different disciplines approach this topic. It’s pretty powerful.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

If you don’t have access to computers, don’t worry because there are several unplugged ways to get students to learn about the technology they use daily. If you like these ideas, take one of my courses or check out my books. Students can command a robot friend! Below are a few ideas with links to plenty more!

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 30, 2023

We should not risk loss of control of our civilization (But then again, who can really claim control as we indiscriminately launch satellites into a largely unregulated space above the earth and provide Internet access to every corner, some of which may or may not want to be on the grid.) Who shakes his hand free of bribes.

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The Hechinger Report

JUNE 20, 2017

Chun’s district is at the forefront of a national movement to turn K-12 librarians into indispensable digital mavens who can help classroom teachers craft tech-savvy lesson plans, teach kids to think critically about online research, and remake libraries into lively, high-tech hubs of collaborative learning — while still helping kids get books.

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Edsurge

MARCH 9, 2020

She’s the namesake of Maria, a destructive robot character from the 1927 silent film “Metropolis.” Maria Bot can only access a pre-approved sliver of the Internet. Regardless, I know Maria Bot is an “it,” not a “her,” yet Barry encourages me to engage with the robot as a sentient being. I am told I am a robot for good every day.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

And if you click www.coolcatteacher.com/edpuzzle , Edpuzzle will give your school access to the 50,000 best lessons from Edpuzzle, organized in folders and ready to be used by teachers. Catherine: I was reading the book Swimmy by Leo Lionni. Pause the video and add your voice just in certain spots. What’s your philosophy of that?

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Edsurge

JUNE 22, 2023

Just this week, for instance, researchers were testing the chatbot and it gave an answer that included “a beautiful citation of a book and a summary of it.” The book it cited with such confidence doesn’t exist. So if these researchers can create this robot TA, what does that mean for the role of professors?

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 11, 2019

They were at a family coding event and had been working together to brainstorm an idea for a story, draw it on paper and try out different ways to recreate it using KIBO , a tangible robotics platform programmed using interlocking wooden blocks. He pressed the green triangle on top of the robot to run the program again.

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Edsurge

JUNE 16, 2020

As a researcher exploring coding and robotic technologies for young children, I hoped the experience could provide me with perspective on foundational principles of computer science (CS) and how students from different disciplines approach this topic. It’s pretty powerful.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Coding programs and robotics kits introduce hands-on learning, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Firstly, technology enhances accessibility to information. Coding programs and robotics kits introduce hands-on learning, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

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Adam Watson Edtech Elixirs

DECEMBER 21, 2022

(On a side note: I highly recommend sharing with students The Washington Post 's website " The Fact-Checker's Guide to Manipulated Video "; this may require a free account to access.) Can a robot be whimsical? Corey had me at "Greg Toppo," as I've been a fan of his since 2018 when I first read one of his earlier books.)

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 20, 2018

There are many changes I intend to make, but the most significant will be creating a book that is more “evergreen,” a book with less focus on tools and more on the dispositions of digital leaders. Society is now in the midst of the Fourth Industrial Revolution , which was in its infancy as I began writing this book.

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My Paperless Classroom

OCTOBER 10, 2013

The program is set up to allow students to access it from a regulatr desktop computer through the browser, or through an iPad app. As a teacher you can control the level each student is reading at as well as whether or not they have access to the rocket and robot builder. Eack book has a read to me mode. ??In

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eSchool News

JANUARY 18, 2023

Come actively engage with artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and a variety of innovative technology-rich devices. How to Create Accessible and Equitable Library Collections. Most librarians understand the importance of including diverse books in their collections, but deciding which books to get can be an intimidating challenge.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

In the movie, moviegoers often see the world through “the terminator” robot’s vision. As this robot looks at the world, text appears to show him targets, where to go, and other information. A picture of books and text can be taken with a glance. Soon this technology will be available in our classrooms.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

One key aspect is the incorporation of interactive multimedia, such as educational videos, simulations, and virtual reality experiences, to make lessons more captivating and accessible. Coding platforms and robotics kits offer hands-on learning experiences, allowing students to apply programming concepts in a tangible way.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Virtual simulations and augmented reality applications–often in K-12 tech innovation news reports–provide immersive experiences, making complex concepts more accessible. Digital resources, including e-books and online platforms, offer versatile learning materials. Educational apps such as Kahoot!

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techlearning

OCTOBER 25, 2018

Considered a high poverty district, we provide our students with everything—uniforms, books, book bags, free breakfast, free lunch, and an after-school program with snack and dinner, served family style, with constructive conversation about their day in the classroom. Now they do. We offer bilingual instruction and GED classes.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 6, 2023

Brad is a publisher of education and children's books as well as leads the strategic vision of the organization. He is a co-author of two upcoming books, The AI Classroom, and The Discipline Code. And I think that's why the three of us got together and wrote this book because the potential of this new technology is absolutely amazing.

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EdTech4Beginners

JUNE 20, 2018

They can make gorgeous boards to collect documents and web pages they would like to access later. This online resource gives you access to digital content from the niches of history, civics, and media literacy. Teachers can trigger that habit by suggesting captivating books for their students. Google Hangouts.

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eSchool News

JULY 11, 2019

Coding and robotics (check out our ISTE 2019 robotics round-up), social and emotional learning, and building employability skills were at the top of the many trends and focus areas highlighted during the conference. It will allow users to keep content after losing access to a school-based Google account.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 13, 2019

One of the earliest applications of “true AI” in education was the development of software that could rapidly and automatically disseminate and repackage existing educational content into smaller, more accessible and more personalized e-learning modules. Robotic Process Automation (RPA).

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Digital Storytelling Tools: Platforms like StoryJumper or Book Creator enable students to create and share digital stories, enhancing literacy skills, creativity, and digital communication abilities. Coding programs and robotics kits introduce hands-on learning, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for the future.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 21, 2017

Here are twelve ideas: Teach programming with Scratch, Alice, robotics, and Minecraft. Consider a BYOD approach in your classes so students can use the devices they have easy access to and are comfortable with (if your school IT folks and infrastructure support this approach). Category: Differentiation. Flip the classroom.

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The Web20Classroom

APRIL 4, 2016

The shear amount of educational leaders and growers that are so accessible is not something you find at many conferences. Many of the "tools," books, and other resources aren't worth very much time to talk about. Robotics in the classroom has been traditionally out of reach. That landscape is changing with EZ-Robot.

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Edsurge

JUNE 14, 2019

The newest librarian at the University of Oklahoma is a robot. Many print books have moved to off-site storage facilities to free up space for studying—or to make room for computers that can now access the vast store of information now available online and in subscription databases. or “what databases do you have about biology?”

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 9, 2016

These are easy to access, safe, and quick. There are many options, but a new one I just met is Windows-based Cloud Backup Robot (when they responded to my donation request). Here are the top four ways I back-up data–and I do all of them: Automatic back-up service. I always recommend this to my students.

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Digital Promise

JUNE 13, 2018

Now, she says, students have access to the internet on their tablets 24/7, so they can take their time to fuel their creative sides. She says that the tablets are like portals through which students can access a universe of ideas. The teacher let students choose how to display their knowledge of the book, ‘Freak the Mighty.’

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