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Practical examples of social media in elementary school

The Innovative Educator

Guest post by Computer Teacher & Tech Coordinator, Chris Casal | Cross posted at The Casal Operating System Editor''s note: Chris Casal is a member of the NYC DOE Social Media Advisory Team. His insights have helped inspire and guide teachers in the effective use of social media in the classroom.

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Twitter as a Tool For Academic Discourse

A Principal's Reflections

New Milford High School teachers Jessica Groff and Joanna Westbrook created a Common Core aligned English Language Arts (ELA) task that incorporated Twitter into their unit on Julius Caesar and built on content authentic to the Shakespeare''s history play – i.e. social media re-purposed with and for academic discourse.

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4 Steps to Create a Strong 3D Printing Program

EdTech Magazine

Additionally, ISTE addresses Common Core math standards in geometry and measurement across K–12. My vision was to increase access and equity in a science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics (STEAM) curriculum for elementary students. Once you have a vision, every action flows from that ideology. Happy printing!

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Guest post: Caston Binger Explains How the Digital Revolution Has Transformed Education

EdTech4Beginners

They can now send messages and files electronically and connect with students through social media. It has made it easier for students to access information and collaborate. Easier For Students To Access information. Easier For Students To Access information. Changed The Way Teachers Teach.

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Draw on Student Interests to Make the Common Core Work for You

Educator Innovator

This was originally posted at Common Sense Graphite. As the new school year begins, articles and resources dedicated to helping teachers develop curriculum and assessments aligned to the Common Core literacy standards are popping up everywhere. Tap into digital literacy and civic education skills at the same time!

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How to use digital textbooks in the K-12 classroom

Hapara

. “Interactive Middle School Math 7” This middle school math online textbook aligns to the Common Core State Standards. It includes interactive media, such as videos, and hands-on activities that are also interactive. The textbook starts with the digital world and asks learners to analyze social media and rhetoric.

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How to Integrate Online Professional Development Into Your School’s PD Culture

Edsurge

Whether educators need to learn how to use edtech tools, analyze student data or implement Common Core standards, online PD can offer educators support when and where they need it. To streamline access, find out if teachers can log into PD through your LMS.

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