Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Continuing this comprehensive exploration, today’s post focuses on practical examples of blended learning in action. Drawing from peer-reviewed research papers, I’ve made sure to include diverse and illustrative examples that showcase how blended learning is being implemented across different educational contexts.

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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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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

What are some good examples of using technology to enhance learning? One key benefit is accessibility to a wealth of information, allowing students to conduct research and explore subjects beyond traditional resources. Distance learning tools ensure educational continuity, enabling students to access resources remotely.

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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

What’s more, the metaverse itself can be accessed using a variety of devices. However, true immersion is not guaranteed, and issues, such as accessibility, are always important to consider. With that being said, metaverse learning is a relatively new concept and one that many educators are still getting to grips with.

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The Hechinger Report

MARCH 17, 2024

As someone who’s been a college access professional for nearly a quarter century, it was eye-opening. Students who are permanent residents, for example, have struggled to enter their information on the form after entering their green card number. The post OPINION: I’m a college access professional. This work must move forward.

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User Generated Education

MARCH 31, 2019

Can be accessed at [link]. With tape measures in hand, groups of students carefully measure the circumferences and diameters of various round objects. Here are the two Pi Kahoots I did with the students: Accessed at: [link]. Accessed at: [link]. Making and Decorating Pies. Measuring for Pi.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

“It has been an absolutely tremendous year for computer science education growth for K-12,” says Katie Hendrickson, president of the Code.org Advocacy Coalition and director of State Government Affairs for the group. The group has issued nine state-level policy recommendations aimed at increasing computer science offerings in schools.

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The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 3, 2024

This story also appeared in The 19th Yuli Paez-Naranjo, a Working on Womanhood counselor, sported a purple WOW T-shirt as she led the group in a discussion about how values can inform decisions. “Do Some 38 percent of girls in this group showed signs of PTSD, double the rate of service members returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

Group Projects: When students work in groups, they need to coordinate efforts, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively on a shared task. Some groups will work more quickly, while others will benefit from having more time. Teachers can use this one-on-one or small group time for a range of tasks.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Q&A: Steve Langford on Equalizing Student Access to the Web and Tech. Inequities in student access to reliable internet service and personal technology are not insurmountable. We assumed that all students had internet access at home, and they don’t. One school in the group did that, and we shared it out to the other schools.

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N2Y

MAY 27, 2021

Welcome to the fourth and final article in our travel series, where we cover a variety of topics on travel and access that help prepare you for traveling with children with special needs. Travel and Medical Access. Travel and Physical Access. Understanding AAC Devices. Consider including requests or needs you can anticipate.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 30, 2023

ELs deserve access to the same content and curriculum as their peers. Leveraging Blended Learning Models to Ensure Equity The teacher-led whole-group lesson design makes it challenging to ensure ELs get an equitable experience since it limits how much time teachers can spend supporting individual students.

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The Hechinger Report

MARCH 10, 2024

In many schools, these students were more likely to show up to class than other groups. Within the last couple of years, the group has hired a few employees to lead its new family services program. “We One group is tackling the problem by helping their parents appeared first on The Hechinger Report.

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Tom Murray

AUGUST 31, 2016

According to a report released by the Pew Research Center, approximately 5 of the 29 million households with school-aged children lack access to high quality broadband internet while at home. Whether it’s continuing education, applying for a job, or access to the world’s information, the ability to connect is vital for economic opportunity.

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The Hechinger Report

JUNE 4, 2020

Students who haven’t had access to technology since mid-March could face significant problems, said Karen Cator, CEO of Digital Promise, a nonprofit that works for innovation in schools. “If If we can’t get every student access, that’s going to exacerbate the gaps even more.”

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 11, 2021

Whole group direct instruction is often used to transfer information. So, if a teacher wants to present information, UDL encourages them to present that information in multiple formats, allowing students to engage with information in a way that feels accessible. All of these adjustments can make the information more accessible.

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EdNews Daily

APRIL 22, 2019

During senior year in high school, all students should have access, knowledge, and experience within these top six areas of education below. Before high school graduation, every senior should have access to financial education. High school seniors should also have access to successful entrepreneurs.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Teachers can encourage individuals or collaborative groups to use a 3-2-1 format pictured below to make sense of what they heard during the presentation. I do, We do, Groups Do, You Do: Interactive Modeling Session. After students have time to work in small groups, the teacher pulls the class back together to debrief.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 1, 2021

Even though collecting informal data may be more challenging online or in a concurrent classroom composed of a group of students in class and another group online simultaneously, it’s critical that teachers understand where students are and what they need to continue making progress.

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 5, 2023

Consider the last time you used a recipe to bake something, for example, a chocolate cake. There are various models within blended learning, including station rotation, whole group rotation, flipped classroom, and playlist models, each providing varying levels of autonomy for students.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 18, 2023

“I worked as an administrator for 10 years, so I think about edtech from both sides — both how an administrator makes decisions about edtech tools, but also how we can support our teachers,” Ballard shared in a focus group that was part of a larger project designed to better understand the gap between teaching practices and technology use.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Yet the contract terms for these subscription arrangements—which some publishers call “inclusive access” programs—raise questions about whether publishers and colleges pressure students into participating. These goals could “push the rapid adoption of access codes across the institution,” the report states.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 14, 2021

During a previous session, I assigned each leader some meaningful homework, which consisted of bringing an artifact to share with the group that showed growth in the area. While each group shared amazing artifacts, I was blown away by the supervisor cohort. The interactive classroom can be accessed HERE.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

In the edLeader Panel, “ Choosing Equitable, High-Quality STEM Curricula and the Impact It Can Have ,” district- and state-level STEM leaders discussed how to create inclusive and accessible schoolwide STEM programs that benefit all students. Open and Accessible STEM Benefits All Students. Preparing Educators to Teach STEM.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

However, there are many tools that are out there that can be helpful, especially if the teacher and students have access to technology. For example, a classic “live” Kahoot quiz shows the questions on the teacher’s screen, while students see the responses on their own. Some districts have tools for grouping based on academic ability.

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Neo LMS

MARCH 18, 2021

There are myriads of things to consider, from hardware and software to PD for teachers regarding its use in the classroom to ensuring students have equal access to it. Of course, these examples only scratched the surface of what a learning management system can do for parents. However, parents can find true gems online.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The group hopes the new state law will build pathways for students who have been historically excluded. This back-to-school season, the Education Reporting Collaborative, a coalition of eight newsrooms, will be documenting the enormous challenge facing our schools and highlighting examples of progress.

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Accessibility Policies STEM Report 98

Edsurge

APRIL 2, 2020

On April 1, the same day the council launched, the Department of Education announced proposed rules that would make it easier for colleges to offer new models for online programs, and also allow more kinds of higher education providers access to aid money, reports the Washington Post. And for-profit education in the U.S.

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Hapara

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The three core principles of digital citizenship and examples Digital citizenship expert and author Mike Ribble wrote about the three principles of digital citizenship. At the same time, schools need to respect learners by providing equitable access to devices and the internet. Have you seen a learner take out their phone during class?

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eSchool News

APRIL 11, 2024

The findings, based on surveys conducted last spring by the RAND Corporation, shed light on the uneven access students have to advanced math classes in middle school, which can have lasting effects on their higher education and job prospects. But by middle school, nearly 70% of principals said they grouped students in math.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 28, 2022

For example, an independent student will be better equipped to face personal and professional challenges without constantly relying on others. . Thus, more classroom time can go toward communication, debate, teamwork, and other group activities that support social learning. . Why is student autonomy in the classroom so important?

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Neo LMS

DECEMBER 14, 2021

In a nutshell, the most significant advantage is providing real-life examples, so students have a better idea of what they are learning. For example, niche professionals such as Archeologists usually also teach. . For example, students can think of questions beforehand so collaborators can concentrate on giving thoughtful answers.

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Waterford

JULY 12, 2023

A few examples of two-way communication between families and teachers in schools include emailing, in-person or video calls, and teacher apps that include a messaging system. As you plan in-person meetings and events, consider the accessibility needs a family may have to participate and communicate comfortably in the classroom.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 4, 2016

” While I understand the points that you are making in the article, one question I didn’t see answered is how students access Twitter — is this done on their personal devices; or is this something that is allowed on district equipment? Class accounts can be run two ways: With one log-in that is accessed only by the teacher.

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The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 14, 2022

When severe winter storms swept through the state last February, for example, resulting in millions of state residents losing power, officials said Palo Alto handed out $70,000 to more than 200 students, and, in partnership with the San Antonio food bank, some 128,500 pounds of food to 2,652 individuals in the area.

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Groups Report Guidelines Examples 125

Edsurge

APRIL 27, 2018

But a common problem prevented that: some faculty have been slow to catch up with technological advances, and many wait until students ask for accomodations rather than having accessible materials from the start. “I It’s often up to faculty themselves to ensure all students can access their learning materials.

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Waterford

JANUARY 10, 2024

Being present in the school community builds a sense of accessibility and establishes you as someone teachers can come to when challenges arise. For example, group planning sessions can give you and your teachers the chance to share strategies and work through challenges together.

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