eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Many silver linings emerged and digital learning cemented itself as a “must have” in schools. Equity remained front and center, too, raising issues of inequitable technology access, along with racial and socioeconomic disparities and discrimination. Access to interactive experiences, 3D drawings, site visits, etc.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 25, 2017

They’re doing awesome things to drive inquiry based learning. This fun, visual tool lets students explore 150 different science and social studies units for elementary and middle school learners. And I say frequently to my sister, who has access to this in her classroom, “You are so lucky! Kecia: Oh yeah, absolutely.

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Social Media Blended Learning Data Blackboard 238

Fractus Learning

JANUARY 12, 2017

One extremely fun kindergarten teacher utilized every bit of technology she had access to. One learning center was at her interactive whiteboard where a group of students played a game working on letter sound recognition and identification. How does digital learning work with electives?

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Laptops Blended Learning iPad STEM 40

The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 11, 2017

They can access these different assessments (tasks for them to do) in each G-suite, and they can complete that. I love this idea of micro-credentials and having kids explore and learn on their own, so that you can focus on the content teaching as well, as they explore and learn more about the tools. So, fantastic ideas, Lee Ann.

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Google Digital Badges Tools E-rate 176

The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 7, 2017

The biggest reason, I think, it’s the tool to go to, is the ability for it to be in the cloud and accessible to a large number of students and to bring an unparalleled educational experience to them that you can’t re-create in the classroom. All of a sudden, all you need is that access to get into the world, and then the sky’s the limit.

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Education Conference Company Chromebook 194

Edsurge

JANUARY 22, 2018

A fourth-grade student at Mendez Elementary in San Marcos, Texas, held an iPad out in front of her. They can require students to take photos of objects to demonstrate their understanding of the material, or allow them to access content with an inexpensive VR viewer like Google Cardboard.

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Tablets Gamification Smartphone Google 135

Fractus Learning

MARCH 2, 2017

Video games can increase job performance and reverse age-related mental decline. It’s no surprise that game based learning has become a popular resource for education. ” Parental controls allow you to control usage, educational goals, and content access. There’s good news for parents too.

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Laptops Tablets Game-Based Learning System 40

Edsurge

JUNE 21, 2022

The best of these young coders are learning to use code creatively and developing a tangible skill set that they will use in future careers. CodeCombat AI League trailer (credit: CodeCombat) A Foundation of Game-Based Learning Founded in 2013, CodeCombat was born from a simple idea: Make learning to code engaging and accessible to all.

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Game-Based Learning Strategy Industry Outcomes 153

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 1, 2014

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

The Learning Revolution Weekly Update September 24th, 2014 The important thing is not to stop questioning. Albert Einstein Order Angela Maiers'' "Mattering IS the Agenda" Toolkit and get access to her special Webinars. Highlighted Recordings Karen Fainges from the Gaming in Ed - on "Games" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ix_a9z1clo

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