Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Pascack Valley Regional High School District in northern New Jersey makes available lesson plans and assignments that can be accessed from home, on the Internet: Before the snow fell, teachers were prepped, parents were warned and students had received enough assignments to fill a snow day. Google Hangouts. Webroom.net.

Schoology 197

Schoology LMS Khan Academy Google 197

Neo LMS

MAY 2, 2017

An LMS with social media-like features and integrations with social sites will surely keep more students logged in and active during an online lesson. This combination of sight, hearing, and sometimes even touch, and recognition of what happens on the screen, makes students better retain and remember new information.

Gamification 234

Gamification Social Media Smartphone Tablets 234

Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

This is especially evident over the decade, as schools have increasingly adopted mobile learning as a signature initiative using BYOD and 1:1 programs and investing in tablets to provide their students with access to a wealth of relevant educational content and learning opportunities. Mobile students. Preventing security and privacy issues.

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Mobile Learning Mobility Classroom Tablets 183

Neo LMS

AUGUST 27, 2019

said Erin Ermis , a fifth grade teacher at an elementary school in Wisconsin, regarding her experiences with Alexa-powered devices in her classroom, at ISTE just last year. Parents could also access the school calendar through their smart speaker at home and check or get reminders of any upcoming events their kids will be involved in.

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Software LMS Smartphone Secondary 286

A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 10, 2018

Below are some simple strategies that can be used to integrate reflection into any lesson: Writing - A daily journal, blog, and LMS (i.e., During a coaching visit I observed Zaina Hussein , a 4th-grade teacher at Wells Elementary , use this with her students (see image below). It can also be used as a form of closure.

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Learning LMS Outcomes Strategy 351

EdTech4Beginners

MAY 8, 2017

Besides, the blended learning approach makes learning more personalized, increases engagement, social and group collaboration, provides more time for preparation and 24/7 access to the learning materials. More information about available LMS features can be found at the JoomlaLMS website or social media platforms.

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Blended Learning Classroom How To LMS 200

Neo LMS

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Even Ancient Romans associated the concept of elementary school ( ludus ) with play ( ludere ). When learning is fun, students are more likely to be interested in what you’re teaching, be more relaxed during the class, and better retain information. Mixing education and entertainment in the classroom.

Classroom 361

Classroom Education EdTech Adaptive Learning 361

Neo LMS

AUGUST 15, 2019

According to the Pew Research Center , “Fully 95% of teens have access to a smartphone, and 45% say they are online ‘almost constantly’”. Back when I was in elementary school, I could only access the internet during Computer class. Communicate these things directly if you are using an LMS that has parent accounts.

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Digital Citizenship Social Media Examples LMS 299

eSchool News

MARCH 23, 2020

To assist with every schools’ distance learning program, schools and districts with the free MackinVIA platform can swiftly download more than 300 classic elementary titles, 300 classic middle school titles, and more than 500 classic titles for high school. It is an open system that works with a school’s SIS or LMS system.

eBook 75

eBook LMS System Libraries 75

Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

More students than ever before now have access to a quality education, no matter where they live. It’s important to note that those impressive numbers don’t include remote students at the elementary or high school level. The recipient is encouraged to send money to or share personal information with the sender.

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Learning Student Data Privacy Data Software 254

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

AUGUST 23, 2020

I promise you will find some great information coming your way this school year…So Sign Up Now and please pass this on with a retweet! – Mike Gorman ( [link] ). Sometimes an LMS discussion will help and other times integrating with another tool can be beneficial. I hope the information is helpful to you!

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Blended Learning LMS STEM Assessment 192

Neo LMS

APRIL 12, 2018

Project-based learning , as we have often examined in this blog, is a powerful way to not only impart information, by exploration, but has the added advantage of stimulating and developing a range of other skills and habits such as communication, creativity, curiosity, confidence and collaboration. 1st Grade digital PBL: a case study.

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Common Core Elementary Case Study Guidelines 218

EdTechTeacher

MARCH 13, 2020

While creating and sharing audio has been challenging and often problematic in the past, there are three approaches that educators can take, with very little background experience, to begin leveraging audio to connect with their students, share information, and create a sense of community during this challenging time.

Laptops 140

Laptops Chromebook Google LMS 140

EdNews Daily

SEPTEMBER 23, 2017

I had the chance to chat with Dr. Jared Scherz, the founder of TeacherCoach , and a former elementary school guidance counselor who became a clinical psychologist in New Jersey. I began my career as an elementary school guidance counselor, working in some of the poorest inner city and rural areas in Chicago and PA.

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Training Libraries System Elementary 269

Shake Up Learning

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Google Comments Mote ScreenPal Edulastic Flip Voicethread Talk & Comment Padlet Taut Floop Kami Parlay BoomCards Within any of the G Suite apps, it’s possible to leave a comment feedback, but rather than just typing a message share a video, slide deck, or any information that helps them to make an improvement.

Tools 89

Tools Libraries Conference LMS 89

Tech Helpful

DECEMBER 7, 2018

Use Canvas LMS? Access Codes - Codes serve as a safeguard that students cannot access exams when you are not ready for them to access it. By choosing to filter the IP address you can prevent students from possibly accessing or finishing an exam at home without a proctor. Easy access is eliminated.

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Respondus LMS Digital Citizenship Accessibility 71

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 3, 2019

It gives him some background information. I would give them some background information. Sometimes in the Hyperdoc then, you can do like a flipped classroom type of thing, where they can access the Hyperdoc. So is it almost like somebody’s in Google Classroom, and the doc is like a page or a webpage you would have in your LMS?

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Moodle Google Twitter Tools 295

The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

It gives him some background information. I would give them some background information. Sometimes in the Hyperdoc then, you can do like a flipped classroom type of thing, where they can access the Hyperdoc. So is it almost like somebody’s in Google Classroom, and the doc is like a page or a webpage you would have in your LMS?

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Google Company Twitter Flipped Classroom 264

Graphite Blog

JUNE 10, 2021

While many districts use a learning management system (or LMS) that also has some messaging features, teachers often need something different for more targeted or personalized communication with families. Ease of use for adults who may not be comfortable with -- or may not have access to -- the latest technology. Ease of onboarding.

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Mobility Libraries Tools LMS 98

The Electric Educator

AUGUST 8, 2018

The Great EdTech Debate: Google Sites vs Google Classroom vs Blogger By Jeff Bradbury, Teachercast.net A Teacher’s Take: Canvas vs. Google Classroom By Misty Joaquin, posted to Canvas LMS blog Seesaw vs. Google Classroom: What's the Best Management App for Your Classroom? Use them anywhere you insert text. ??

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Google Resources Classroom Moodle 85

Tech Helpful

DECEMBER 15, 2016

Educational technology LMS platforms are spending much money and man hours on creating safeguards against plagiarism. We are at a place where today's students have to learn that information is not knowledge. In fact, a friend of mine said she has twins in first grade at her school that have iWatches.

Technology 40

Technology Digital Citizenship Social Media LMS 40

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 1, 2017

For information on the guests and items mentioned in this show, scroll down to the bottom of this post. *. So what happens is a teacher would put out what they call a grid, they can either do that via website or an app and they will create a grid that they can push out to their students via whatever LMS that the teacher is using.

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Comparison Schoology Tools Video 273

Edsurge

JULY 10, 2017

For example, imagine that you are an elementary school principal who is looking for opportunities to strengthen specific third grade math skills in the new school year. Let technology inform your approach to professional development.

Data 87

Data Blended Learning LMS Knowledge Base 87

techlearning

AUGUST 10, 2018

The Great EdTech Debate: Google Sites vs Google Classroom vs Blogger By Jeff Bradbury, Teachercast.net A Teacher’s Take: Canvas vs. Google Classroom By Misty Joaquin, posted to Canvas LMS blog Seesaw vs. Google Classroom: What's the Best Management App for Your Classroom? Use them anywhere you insert text.

Google 41

Google Resources Classroom Moodle 41

edWeb.net

JULY 22, 2019

Robert Furman, Principal of South Park Elementary Center, South Park Township, PA. They not only look at how the product would fit with their learning standards and curriculum, but the product must also work within their LMS. Small district: Dr. L. Developer: Dr. Ayanna Howard, CTO, Zyrobotics.

EdTech 40

EdTech LMS Robotics Training 40

The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 19, 2021

Sixteen types of games, Google Classroom and LMS compatibility and auto-grading From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. To support parents and student review, I suggest making games for spelling words or language practice and post them to your Learning Management System (LMS) for review.

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How To Classroom Google LMS 523

The Cornerstone for Teachers

APRIL 19, 2020

Marilyn said, “Online instruction allows my students near-instant access to read aloud technology that they often don’t ask for in the classroom. And for our younger students, we’re using starfall.com , which provides full access to video learning as support for their handouts.”. And I teach at a 1:1 school and actively use our LMS.

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How To Learning Microsoft Outcomes 88

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 23, 2020

More information on each of the shows is below. Information on hosting or joining a book is at bookschangelives.org. SHOW LINK BIO: Rebecca’s dedication to exceptional learners started in elementary school when she was a “special friend” to the mainstream class. This is a great lineup! See you "online!"

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Classroom Advocacy Learning Conference 36

PlagiarismCheck

JANUARY 27, 2023

Canvas LMS Canvas is a Learning Management System (LMS) that allows educators to create and manage their courses, develop digital content, deliver quizzes and assignments, and facilitate communication between students and faculty. Alma Alma is an integrated Student Information System designed to meet the needs of K-12 schools in 2023.

Software 93

Software LMS Moodle Laptops 93

Neo LMS

APRIL 12, 2022

There are many resources available for students in all grade levels from elementary school through Higher Ed that will help them develop a greater awareness and build their knowledge of managing finances and everything related to long-term planning. There are self-paced courses for elementary, middle, or high school students.

Elementary 382

Elementary Gamification Course Libraries 382

The Cornerstone for Teachers

SEPTEMBER 16, 2018

There was one answer I got more often than any other, particularly from the elementary teachers, and that is, a set of emergency sub plans. Another idea if you teach elementary is to write on the board, “We’re proud of our choices today,” and have kids write their accomplishments underneath (or on sticky notes).

Classroom 75

Classroom Video Resources Elementary 75

Edsurge

JANUARY 26, 2021

For the new report, it was reclassified from an app to a learning management system, and its mentions grew from 44 percent as an educational app in 2018 to 54 percent as the LMS teachers said their school used in 2020. Trailing Google Classroom as the K-12 LMS of choice was Canvas, at 28 percent. Apparently 1:1 device access.

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EdTech LMS Survey Classroom 168

eSchool News

OCTOBER 20, 2022

To complement its forward-thinking vision, the district sought a blended curriculum solution that offered a full suite of digital resources accessible from a single platform. Providing access to mental health care has been a priority for Aurora Public Schools’ AWARE Team even before the pandemic.

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Education Edmentum Epson Elementary 109

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Today’s LMS is a bit of an upgrade, with new features and design elements frequently drawn from the social networking sites students love so much. For most, the LMS is rarely so different. Arnillas said this advanced LMS functionality allows teachers to link individual questions—or groups of questions—to a specific learning objective.

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LMS Khan Academy Blackboard Moodle 40

PlagiarismCheck

JANUARY 27, 2023

Canvas LMS Canvas is a Learning Management System (LMS) that allows educators to create and manage their courses, develop digital content, deliver quizzes and assignments, and facilitate communication between students and faculty. Alma Alma is an integrated Student Information System designed to meet the needs of K-12 schools in 2023.

Software 40

Software LMS Moodle Laptops 40

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 17, 2011

Huge thanks to the San Jose State University School of Library and Information Science , the founding sponsor of the conference. and aims to address some of the obstacles to broadband adoption -- in terms of cost, access, relevance, and digital literacy. For more information on the initiative, visit Learnwithportals.com.

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Knewton Pearson E-rate Education 43

Shake Up Learning

MAY 17, 2022

Keeping parents informed is always a top priority for educators and usually, it requires several modes of communication. We want to be transparent and timely in sharing information with our parents. Consider how these tutorials need to be stored and then accessed by parents. LMS Progress Reports and Communication.

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Tools Social Media Google Schoology 87