The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 31, 2022

Today’s guest, Al Kingsley, has worked with edtech for over thirty years. You’ll get access to activities, strategies, and tools to improve the four domains of wellness. Episode #788 - The 10 Minute Teacher Podcast The Future of Edtech Al Kingsley, Thought Leader. Resources in The Future of Edtech episode 788.

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Edsurge

JUNE 15, 2022

There are always new products coming out in the edtech landscape, but somehow a couple software platforms monopolize the industry and are used by teachers everywhere, leaving smaller companies and edtech startups facing an uphill battle. We go through significant decision fatigue and “which edtech program should I use?”

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 10, 2022

Top Tech Tools for Equity and Accessibility 00;00;00;04 – 00;00;07;19 John Davis This is the Ten Minute Teacher Podcast with your host Vicki Davis. Extended Episode number 780 – Top Tech Tools for Equity and Accessibility. How do you give them access to what information you're trying to share? Your district.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 4, 2020

How can educators feel confident that an edtech tool supports learning? As an educator, I struggled to find reliable information about edtech tools as nearly every product I looked at claimed that it was based on research. an easily accessible public facing artifact shares the product’s research basis, such as a blog or video. “We

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Here is where the reach, flexibility, and familiarity of educational technology (edtech) can be leveraged. Among the many potential benefits of edtech use in SEL is cultivating students’ agency in their own learning experiences. Heartbeat works by regularly asking students to react to accessible prompts (e.g., “I

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Neo LMS

JANUARY 22, 2019

I had erred by not at any point in the blog referring to Augmented Reality, but only AR. EdTech definitions every teacher should know. So, with apologies to our regular readers, who no doubt have mastered the EdTech shorthand and specific phrases, let’s develop a quick terminology with the help of key and quality online sources.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 21, 2020

In many ways, 2020 has been THE year of edtech. The industry saw large capital inflows and more edtech “unicorns” than in any other prior year. Edtech funds closed larger funds, and top-notch venture capital investors including a16z , Lightspeed and Union Square Ventures have developed investment theses on education.

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Neo LMS

JULY 19, 2022

The key to using edtech appropriately is to do so under supervision. . However, in the right setting and with the right tools, edtech can greatly benefit them. Edtech can even help them develop better organizational and time management skills. . Why it’s important for students to have access to technology.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 22, 2019

It is critical to get kids so immersed in their learning that they don’t think about surfing the web aimlessly, texting their friends, or accessing social media. Mitigating edtech related issues rests on authentically engaging as many learners as possible.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 8, 2019

The goal of Digital Promise’s Marketplace Research work has been to create smarter supply and smarter demand in the education technology (edtech) marketplace. We have consistently heard from educators that they are wary of claims made by edtech product developers. Transparency Matters. And product developers hear that complaint.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Edtech is booming, with 40 times more venture capital invested in the sector in 2021 than in 2010. There is no question that edtech has brought new ways to support the learning process and was used extensively by schools to connect remotely to students who could not attend classes in-person during the worst parts of the pandemic.

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Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2020

She shares one computer with her family of five, lacks home internet access and uses a smartphone to connect online. As the years pass, the gap between Jennifer’s and Maria’s access to technology widens: Jennifer has everything she needs at her fingertips, while Maria does not. I think we all know the answer.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 14, 2019

The company who sponsored it compensated me via cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product. Blog: [link] Twitter: @RachaelEdu Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “sponsored podcast episode.” ”

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eSpark

APRIL 13, 2022

Many teachers worry that they will need to spend hours learning how to use new edtech before being able to successfully implement it in the classroom. This holds true for any school district, but in rural communities, where general access to technology is often limited, it is especially important.

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ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Finding the correct digital education and EdTech solution provider can be challenging, but choosing the best fit for you will save you time and money, and help you avoid frustration. With the right IT infrastructure in place, schools can be assured that they have the flexibility to grow and evolve with the changes and updates to EdTech.

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Edsurge

APRIL 25, 2022

While edtech isn’t explicitly within her purview, she works hand in hand with the district’s technology department because, as she says, “in this day and age, it's hard to do much without some form of technology in the classroom.” How would you describe your district’s approach to edtech procurement prior to enrolling in this course?

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

One way it can be used to transform teaching and learning is by providing students with access to a wealth of information, including multimedia resources, educational apps, and online databases. Refer to the Rigor Relevance Framework to assist in integrating technology with purpose (image below).

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

Recent studies by Deloitte and the Gates Foundation have shed light into how educators engage with edtech. And about 70 percent of students say that they use edtech tools outside of schools on a weekly basis. Those numbers suggest edtech is steadily marching into schools and classrooms.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 5, 2023

And if you need a more accurate version, don't hesitate to reach out via email — I'm committed to making my content accessible to all. The company who sponsored it compensated me via a cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product.

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Neo LMS

MARCH 9, 2021

Sure, I’m not referring to teaching in an academic setting here. How to access information like a pro. Teachers don’t have a lot of time on their hands to access all the information available. Read more: 6 Ways in which edtech shapes teacher training programs. Practice vs. research in education.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Flipsnack: A fun way to make interactive online magazines #edtech. Vicki: Happy EdTech Tool Tuesday. And then all the content and the videos and the images and links, they’re all in one spot for the kids to access. For guests and hyperlinks to resources, scroll down. Enhanced Transcript. Shownotes: www.coolcatteacher.com/e192.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 25, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Monica Burns @ classtechtips talks about the hottest edtech topics right now (and those that aren’t so hot) in this candid and wide-ranging conversation. She also provides support to organizations using technology to reach children and families in need.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

The features of Turnitin Feedback Studio are accessible right from within NEO. Faculty and administrators alike see: Continuous improvements in student writing and a greater understanding of citation and reference standards. Explore better EdTech possibilities for your institution by visiting Turnitin and NEO LMS.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

No, I’m not referring to Thanksgiving Day, nor to Black Friday, not even to Christmas; even though you can’t really ignore all the hustle and bustle that has already started. 14 Awesome examples of Critical Thinking EdTech. After separating the wheat from the chaff, here is a quality selection of Critical Thinking EdTech.

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EdTech4Beginners

AUGUST 2, 2017

He is mainly known for his work on cooperative learning strategies (often referred to as Kagan learning structures). If you want even more, this great document has many fantastic ideas: CLICK HERE TO ACCESS. Dr Spencer Kagan is a renowned educator who changed the way the world viewed teaching. Have a go at some new ones!

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Kitaboo on EdTech

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), first published on 9 May 1999 by the Worldwide Consortium (W3C), are part of a series of Web Accessibility Initiatives (WAI). It focused on improving accessibility for three major groups: users with learning disabilities, users with low vision, and mobile device users.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 26, 2021

Fireside Chat: finding success with EdTech – Andy Rhodes. Participants will have access to the live sessions on February 4th and be able to participate in discussions and ask questions as part of the Q&A. Additionally, you will have access to the session recordings to listen to again until May 1.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 28, 2018

While net neutrality rules were designed to ensure equal access to the internet , the December repeal effectively opens the door for internet service providers (ISPs) to disrupt access to content and charge companies to have their content prioritized. SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks!

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techieMusings

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Edtech is transformative, especially when teachers creatively and meaningfully integrate these tools into the design of their lessons. Whether you’re teaching beginners or native speakers, language learning is something that can be taken to the next level with the help of EdTech tools.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 27, 2020

When edtech first burst onto the scene almost three decades ago, access to more technology – devices, broadband – was everything. Today, edtech success is measured with a different yardstick. Edtech should adapt with the learner. Related content: Why my school switched from virtual to blended learning.

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Hapara

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Digital citizenship refers to being a responsible member of the global digital community. At the same time, schools need to respect learners by providing equitable access to devices and the internet. An example of digital access is helping families in your school or district connect to free or low-cost internet services.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 6, 2023

This 3-part blog series, featuring guest authors from Michigan Virtual , describes the formation of the Learning Continuity Workgroup and how it has supported their edtech procurement and decision-making processes. But there is a downside here, which Horn refers to as “threat rigidity.”

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ViewSonic Education

JANUARY 9, 2022

Included in the well-established umbrella term of blended learning, educators can also implement hybrid learning, distance learning, flipped classrooms, and many other EdTech-assisted models. It brings a whole new set of possibilities in terms of flexibility and accessibility, placing the learner at the center of its learning process.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 8, 2023

That's how volatile the nature of the EdTech world is. That said, through my decade-long experience blogging and reviewing EdTech resources, I come to notice a common trend that I call 'outlier EdTech'. The latest trend in EdTech that I see currently gaining traction is Artificial Intelligence technologies.

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 27, 2020

E-learning has been growing in popularity with the advancement of edtech and technology in general. The ability for students to learn using an online platform solves for in-person learning issues and allows students access to more information than ever before. So, refer to tip #1 and keep the positive stories going!

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

I tend to refer to these as norms that everyone can get behind. Students and families win as they have on-demand access to resources. Below are the three recommendations I have been providing to help districts and schools persevere during the pandemic.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 13, 2019

Mission-oriented investors often refer to the “ double bottom line ” when saying how they care just as much about making a positive social impact as they do about financial returns. billion, 2019 offers some edtech investors hope that their bets could pay off. Does that bar sound reasonable in edtech?

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