The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 17, 2018

Some elementary classrooms are using self-directed badges for competency acquisition by students. Open Badges in Elementary School. Vicki: Today we’re talking with Amy Cooper, who’s at an elementary school in Minnesota. And Amy, you’re working with digital badges or open badges in elementary school. Date: April 17, 2018.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 29, 2022

This year’s 2nd most-read story focuses on creating an elementary esports program. Thus far, conversations around esports have centered on collegiate and secondary levels, however, a recent change in the winds has shifted the conversation to elementary esports. The benefits of esports are well documented.

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ExcelinEd

MAY 15, 2020

To wrap up this unusual National Charter Schools Week , we have been thinking about some of our youngest and most vulnerable learners: students attending elementary grades. Here are three examples of how elementary charters are continuing to provide instructional services to some of their youngest students.

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User Generated Education

MARCH 31, 2019

I have the privilege of teaching my gifted elementary students for multiple years. Can be accessed at [link]. Here are the two Pi Kahoots I did with the students: Accessed at: [link]. Accessed at: [link]. To start off our Pi day activities, students did a Pi Day Digital Breakout EDU game. Making and Decorating Pies.

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The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Fortier’s school participates in a program operated by the American Indian Science and Engineering Society to expand access to computer science and science, technology engineering and math, or STEM, among Native American, Alaska Native and Pacific Islander students.

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EdTechTeacher

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Several edtech products and platforms are also aiming to simplify the process for teachers so that accessing actionable information in a student’s’ learner profile is as timely and seamless as possible. Below are key resources, practical examples, and questions to consider when creating learner profiles. Hope High School.

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The Thinking Stick

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

My special guest is Terry Kearnes [link] Terry Kearnes, an elementary education teacher based in Vietnam, joins us as a guest on the podcast. He has successfully incorporated AI tools into his lessons, using them for generating examples, lesson planning, and supporting vocabulary development.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Many educators, especially early childhood and elementary teachers, do not have a STEM background so the task of integrating those subjects into daily classroom lessons can feel overwhelming. The typical elementary teacher does not have a STEM background, which can create a level of anxiety. Preparing Educators to Teach STEM.

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eSchool News

APRIL 11, 2024

principals said their elementary or middle school offered algebra in eighth grade, but only to certain students. The report also details the extent to which students are separated based on their perceived math abilities, starting as young as elementary school. Are a lot of students of color, for example, in the lower track?

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eSchool News

APRIL 1, 2024

Now, thanks to an app that McElwain Elementary, her Adams 12 school, started using this year, she’s found opportunities to engage in new ways with her youngest child’s education. Kayli Brooks, a teacher at Tollgate Elementary in Aurora, uses the app Talking Points, which also allows her to text parents. She’s tried to stay engaged.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 10, 2023

Buckle up and join us on this delightful journey through tech-savvy classrooms – from elementary school to high school – we’ll unlock a treasury of innovative ideas guaranteed to amuse the young minds while also preparing them for their future. Another fantastic example is Lightbot. Let’s dive in!

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Digital Promise

APRIL 25, 2023

Edtech—when purposefully selected and applied—can make rigorous and relevant instruction more accessible and engaging for all students, particularly those traditionally underserved. Schools often think about digital equity in terms of access to devices, the internet, and tools.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 12, 2022

Elementary school principals have reported that recess has a positive impact on students’ ability to focus. About one-third of states broadly require a minimum amount of physical activity time each day or week for elementary students, but may not specifically mention recess. Sign up for Hechinger’s newsletter.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

OCTOBER 20, 2023

More specifically, Toy Theatre offers educational games in the following categories: Math games Toy Theater offers a diverse selection of interactive math games, covering counting, numeral recognition, division, telling time, and various mathematical concepts for elementary-aged students. Early finishers in your classroom?

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EdTechTeacher

JUNE 18, 2020

In February, I had the opportunity to work with an incredible group of elementary educators from Nauset Schools on Cape Cod. The inspiring yet practical examples were so great, I asked the teachers if I could share their ideas, and they generously agreed. – Consider student access to hardware, software, and the Internet.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 14, 2021

Leaders had been broken up into four different cohorts (elementary, middle, high school, and district supervisors). In particular, those who oversee Pre-K teaching and learning shared as a team with concrete examples. The interactive classroom can be accessed HERE. Their example is to be celebrated.

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The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

An example we are living with is the change in understanding of how the coronavirus is spread. It is not only the amount of science instruction that students are provided; it is also the nature of the curricula to which teachers have access. Early in the pandemic, we did not know if it lived on surfaces, so we wiped down our groceries.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

On today's episode, fifth-grade teacher James Nottingham, author of Teach Brilliantly , explains how he uses this example with his students, discusses misconceptions, and explains to students how the learning process works helps them grow and be more successful. So there's lots and lots of resources that you can access.

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User Generated Education

JANUARY 2, 2017

I absolutely love all of the new robotics toys that have been coming out for elementary age learners. ® is a non-profit dedicated to expanding access to computer science, and increasing participation by women and underrepresented minorities. For example, play Mario with a Play-Doh keyboard, or piano with fruit! v=__NKemV0SzE.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

This is especially true with literacy, where it’s all too easy to lose track of student progress and performance as students make their way through elementary and middle school. Needless to say, our access to reliable data improved significantly once we had a unified literacy program in place. Easy access to valuable data.

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The Innovative Educator

JANUARY 5, 2014

Using a blog hits many important curriculum areas, such as differentiating instruction as well as meeting many Common Core Standards (see here & here for examples). They are not permitted to access or use those accounts during the school day. Many teachers use the blogs for such things as an outlet for student free-writes.

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Digital Promise

MAY 9, 2023

Last year, I worked with my team at The Learning Accelerator and colleagues at the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to develop an Edtech Systems Guide that outlines best practices for equity-driven edtech selection, implementation, and evaluation. hands-on basic training, on-demand how-to videos, etc.)

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Hapara

APRIL 28, 2023

Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] Whether you teach elementary, core subjects or electives, making digital citizenship part of your instruction is essential for all of your learners. Read on for digital citizenship activities you can use in elementary, middle school or high school.

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Neo LMS

JULY 19, 2022

But technology can be an incredibly useful educational tool for students of all ages, even young elementary-level learners. This article will look at the importance of having access to technology today and the top tech tools every student should have whether they are learning at home or in the classroom. .

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User Generated Education

AUGUST 22, 2020

The following Book Creator of descriptions and examples of all about me activities is shared with my learners, grades 3 through 6, via our district’s Open Access website: All About Me: Getting to Know Our Students Click to read this book, made with Book Creator [link]. Examples of Lego Selfies can be seen at [link].

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 15, 2020

My experience in this area began over three years ago, thanks to having the opportunity to coach teachers and administrators at Wells Elementary School. Typically, I only share the ones created by Wells (TX), Snow Horse (UT), and Corinth Elementary (MS) as well as Corinth Middle School. Challenge accepted!

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techlearning

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

It’s an economic concern, as schools consider how they can ensure equal access for all. DEFINING EQUITY: EMPATHY, AUTHENTICITY, AND ACCESS Sean Wybrant, Digital Media Studies Teacher, William J. Amesse Elementary at Denver Public Schools. Wybrant cites the North Dakota Access Pipeline as an example.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 18, 2021

BrainPop, like PBS Kids, is a huge name when it comes to elementary school learning. But while PBS specializes equally in video and games, BrainPop's focus is predominantly videos covering just about any kind of content that might come up in an elementary school classroom. Runner-up: BrainPop.

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Education Superhighway

JULY 23, 2018

” ESH: Before your upgrade, how did the level of Internet access impact teaching and learning? Veronica: One thing I’ve noticed is that attendance-wise, kids are able to keep up and access whatever is going on in class even when they have to miss school. It’s like having a car with no gas.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 1, 2023

00:03:46 – 00:05:45 : Real-world Examples and Mindset Dr. Lidia Gonzalez and Vicki Davis discuss the importance of a growth mindset and using real-world examples to make math relatable. Get some real-world examples. One is who has access to high-quality, rigorous math instruction. You said apply.

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Edsurge

MARCH 4, 2024

Called “ Elementary and Middle School Opportunity Structures That Factor into Students' Math Learning ,” the report investigated student tracking, teacher qualifications and support for struggling students in four states: California, Florida, New York and Texas. That’s something she sees in math tracking as well.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Teachers can request free access to Tract at teach.tract.app with the access code: COOLCATTEACHER . For example, if a student likes to draw and likes Star Wars, they can draw Baby Yoda. . In this example, a student who likes Star Wars can draw Baby Yoda. Tract sponsored this blog post. All opinions are my own.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

However, 39 percent of schools reported that lack of access to licensed professionals and mental health funding were major roadblocks to their efforts supporting student mental health. Nearly 90 percent of schools reported increased social and emotional support for students during the 2021-22 academic year.

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Neo LMS

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Even Ancient Romans associated the concept of elementary school ( ludus ) with play ( ludere ). Besides ensuring continuous access to education, edtech tools can support educators in achieving just that. Short videos are ideal for giving examples of concepts that you are teaching. After all, you can be as creative as you want.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Our students are spread across 31 elementary schools, two pre-K schools, and seven secondary schools. Springfield Public Schools is fortunate enough to be a 1:1 district that provides Microsoft student laptops for everyone, giving all students access to Office 365. As with any new initiative, professional development (PD) has been key.

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Edsurge

MAY 2, 2023

Early signs are good at the Bezos Academy, but we need to have a better long-term strategy as a nation to provide access to high-quality child care and pre-K, and a huge part of that has to be more significant federal funding for those types of programs.” It’s not clear how much money the preschools have access to.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JANUARY 14, 2020

I also enjoyed each presentation and walked away with practical strategies, engaging activities, and valuable resources for my elementary students. Below find my tweets of key ideas, examples, and resources. Click on the links to gain access to free lesson plans that are standards aligned and can be implemented right away.

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