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ISTE 2018: Everything You Need to Know Before the Show Begins

EdTech Magazine

Education and technology leaders will soon be making their way to Chicago for the ISTE 2018 Conference & Expo , one of the year’s largest events to highlight the latest innovations in K–12 educational technology. Fri, 06/15/2018 - 16:54. SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks!

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Understanding and Addressing the Surge of Chronic Absenteeism

Edsurge

This exacerbates existing social inequalities by limiting access to quality education and opportunities for upward mobility. For example, if the issue is that a student lacks access to healthcare or a provider, we need to connect that family with a wraparound service coordinator who could help the family apply for health insurance.

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5 Chrome Extensions that Make Google Classroom Even More Awesome!

The Shake Up Learning Blog

Check out the great demo tutorial for Shake Up Learning readers: 2. AND it saves to Google Drive for easy access. 6 hours of professional learning credit. Click here to learn more and to ENROLL TODAY! Related: 15 Ways to Use Mote in the Classroom. Screencastify (Freemium). Self-paced. Video-based lessons.

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7 Ways Data-Fueled PLCs Are Transforming Education

Edsurge

Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) have long supported teachers in their career development, but with the help of technology, they’re now transforming education itself. We spoke with educators around the country and discovered seven ways that PLCs are transforming teaching and learning in schools.

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Personalized Learning, Teachers Unleashed, and a Learning Analytics Partnership: The Story of Fresno Unified

Edsurge

How does a fifth grader feel getting ready to do a live edtech demo at their local school board meeting? At last February’s Board meeting, 10-year old Ryan inspired the adults in the room to see how tech can be leveraged for learning in a whole new light.

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AI Coach Platform: When Edtech Concepts Become Practical Classroom Realities (eSchool News)

Edthena

Host Kevin Hogan and Edthena founder and CEO Adam Geller spoke about how the AI Coach platform is transforming professional development for teachers, including how it can deliver “anytime anywhere professional development.” Kevin Hogan: So, really cool demo of the new AI coach. Have a listen. Okay, Adam.

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Evaluating Digital Curricula for the 21st Century District

edWeb.net

However, with the right tools, technology can improve student achievement and empower educators. Assess whether the digital curricula will address students’ learning needs, rather than just being centered around the use of new technology. Plan backwards and have learning goals be the driver to accomplish this.