The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 9, 2020

Listen to This Post I’ll also be sharing more resources this week on my blog, podcast, and social media accounts and in my newsletter. Note: This doesn’t discuss the policy issues involving meals, access, and equity but is meant to get you started and prepared. Whether you want to or not, go ahead and set up now.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

I'll also give you a peek at my first testing of Google NotebookLM. The Notetaking Apps I'll Cover The apps I'm covering in today's “Tech Tool Tuesday” include Evernote , Notion , OneNote , LogSeq , Apple Notes , and Google Keep as well as Google NotebookLM. Remember, simple is better.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 8, 2018

8 Tips to Strengthen Parent Involvement With Digital Tools. Pearson offers eight points that specify how digital tools can improve parent engagement: . Websites, emails, e-newsletters, specialized apps and other digital media let parents see the work their students do in class. Take Advantage of Social Media.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 17, 2023

Generative Art Generation Coming to Your Favorite Slide Creation Program Recently Google Slides added generative AI. I applied for the Google Workspace labs program ( you can too – I used my personal Google account to test this.) Google Slides Add in for Generative Artwork. Artist: _ In the style of _ artist.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 19, 2022

There are several online tools and calendars to use for live countdowns to the new year. In this post, I share with you some of the best new year’s countdown tools and apps to use on your computer as well as mobile devices. Some of these tools offer the option to create and customize your own countdowns.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 30, 2022

In previous posts, I wrote about using social media in the classroom for instruction and to share ideas. Although not a social media platform, Zoom became a valuable tool in connecting grade-level groups of teachers at the district level. All teachers have online options (Canvas or Google Classroom).

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 22, 2023

I shared the following on social media recently: Entry points for change are crucial. Consider using Google Scholar, which is a great, FREE resource that anyone can use to search for peer-reviewed research on any topic. I prefer Google Bard over ChatGBT. When trying to get the ball moving, leverage quality research.

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Ditch That Textbook

JANUARY 16, 2019

Google Slides is a unique creature in the G Suite set of tools. Educators and students with open minds can use it for stop-motion animation, as a brainstorming template, to recreate the social media experience, and more. Google has added a feature to make it even more […].

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 17, 2022

The social media platform became a resource when I was running on empty. Nowadays, there are so many social media platforms that it can be overwhelming to keep track of for teachers. As Twitter evolved to become mainstream social media, my use did. I need a lesson idea, and I need it now!” Where did I turn?

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Kyle Pace

JUNE 7, 2017

One thing that I think summer is great for in terms of professional learning is investing the time to better understand how you can use social media as an educator. Social media can be used as a great communication tool for a district, school, or a classroom. Google+ Communities. Ah, the power of video.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

MARCH 19, 2023

In today’s increasingly globalised world, having access to accurate and reliable translation tools is essential for businesses and individuals alike. In this post, I cover some of the best AI translation tools on the market today. Google Translate Google Translate is definitely my favourite in this list.

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Hapara

APRIL 21, 2023

A web filter’s main goal is to block online content that internet users shouldn’t access and keep harmful malware from breaking into a network. When IT staff adds a URL to the allowed list, learners and educators can access that website at any point. Google SafeSearch is an example of a search engine filter.

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Software Digital Citizenship Social Media E-rate 245

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 27, 2022

I am learning about many things I haven’t had time to explore during the busy pandemic season and beginning to share many things on social media and here relating to autonomous vehicles, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Blockchain, Robotics, Drones, AI and so many technologies that will truly transform our world. ISTE Resources.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 22, 2020

My goal is to try to make it a little easier with some simple to use tips on how to leverage free tools. Most schools are relying on their Learning Management System (LMS) such as Google Classroom, Canvas, Microsoft Teams, or Schoology to push out work. HERE you will find some great tools to get started.

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Hapara

APRIL 28, 2023

Digital access : Advocating for learners, families and staff members to have equitable access to technology, digital resources and the internet. You can also assign the videos directly to Google Classroom. Google, The Net Safety Collaborative and the Internet Keep Safe Coalition collaborated on these comprehensive units.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

In today’s post, I share with you this collection of some very good online blur background tools. These are photo editors that you can access from any browser. Adobe Express Source:adobe.com/express Adobe Express offers a handy online blur background tool that enables you to create amazing images and photos.

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SpeechTechie

JANUARY 11, 2018

Social Media is part of life--and a good context for targeting social cognition and narrative language. In general, social media is now one context for us all to be sharing our stories through words and pictures, and also is a way we send messages about ourselves and interact around them.

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Neo LMS

JULY 27, 2021

Schools have recognized the benefits of nurturing a partnership with students’ families and are constantly looking for tech solutions to support their cause, such as: Video conferencing tools. With tools such as Zoom, Skype, and Google Meet, teachers can organize virtual meetings to mimic face-to-face ones.

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Neo LMS

JULY 29, 2021

A recent report shared by Google and KPMG reveals that the education tech industry would cater to about 9.6 Despite claims that technology is negatively affecting learning schedules, edtech is a valuable tool for students. Effective education tools blend into the classroom workflow seamlessly regardless of location.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 2, 2023

I would love to see Apple and Google join as well so there can be meaningful conversations between all of the industry leaders. If any tool provides tutoring (like SnapAI, which I talked about yesterday with great concern), then it should also be under these requirements. They are vulnerable.

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Hapara

DECEMBER 4, 2023

At the same time, schools need to respect learners by providing equitable access to devices and the internet. Digital access Digital etiquette Digital law Examples: Even if your school provides 1:1 devices, learners may not be able to work online if they’re at home. Have you seen a learner take out their phone during class?

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Digital Citizenship Social Media Mobility Examples 167

Hapara

MAY 23, 2022

As a result, our learners gain access to a wide variety of perspectives and sources outside of their school and community. . An internet search can bring up videos, message boards, blogs or social media posts with toxic messaging. . When learners navigate online, search engines and social media track their browsing history.

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Digital Citizenship Internet Safety Hapara Social Media 259

The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 25, 2023

I do a Substack called The AI School Librarian that gives examples of good tools and how to use them in schools and libraries. Marc Watkins demonstrates a text to generative video tool Runway. She also shares some very valuable AI tools: Google Experiments. AI and machine learning experiments from Google.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 12, 2021

Over the past year teachers have been bombarded by colleagues, administrators, and social media pundits on which platforms can best serve them and their students. Nearpod or Pear Deck, Google Classroom or Canvas, Flipgrid or Adobe Spark? One, all assignments were created so that students could have access 24/7.

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Adobe Digital Citizenship LMS Google 399

Dangerously Irrelevant

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Here’s some of what I wrote: ENGAGEMENT UDL Guideline(s): Recruiting Interest, Sustaining Effort & Persistence, Self Regulation Tool(s): Blogging platforms such as WordPress or Squarespace. I believe in technology tools that have low floors, high ceilings, and wide walls (i.e., Similarly, the interactive nature of blogs (e.g.,

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Mark Smithers

JANUARY 22, 2024

In 2024, the landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) tools has expanded dramatically, offering innovative solutions across various industries. From content creation to social media management, these tools are redefining efficiency and creativity. Find more on the Outlook India site!

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

Student Engagement I’m in social media groups where frustrated teachers recently commented that their grade books looked like “Swiss Cheese” and that many students were just missing during online learning sessions. You can create a community of learners in your school, your department, and through social media.

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Blended Learning Social Media Differentiated Instruction Learning 404

Hapara

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

With filtering and blocking software becoming a mainstay in public education institutions, it is important to understand the legal implications of these tools. It helps prevent students from accessing inappropriate content while learning online and is administered by the Federal Communications Commission.

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Digital Citizenship Guidelines E-rate Internet Safety 273

EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Like any classroom tool, the youngest learners need good guidance and examples when it comes to engaging with technology in the classroom. It’s simply naive to think that our littlest learners can’t or shouldn’t have access to classroom technology. Technology should be used to increase access to learning opportunities for all children.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 4, 2022

Also, in today’s day and age, teachers can use a wide range of tech tools to connect with and inspire their students. Use Fun Tools. Up until a few years ago, 3D printing wasn’t an easily accessible technology. Plus, nowadays they have easy access to resources and educational materials (no more time spent in the library).

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 25, 2017

These days, you might be asked to scan a QR code and visit a website, access meeting documents online, interact digitally, or use a backchannel device to share your real-time thoughts with the presenter. Here are five tools that will make you look and act like the Diva of Digital: Google Maps. Anyone have a good alternative?).

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

First, I select only tech tools that are platform agnostic, easy to set up, and intuitive to use. Then, even with that, I provide options to the preferred tool so if the student’s computer is a decade old or their WiFi is quirky, they can still complete the assignment. .” Communicate With Social Media.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 2, 2023

I have already reviewed several educational Chromebook apps and tools to use with your students in class the last of which was a collection of tools to create music online. In this collection, I am sharing with you some of the best tools for recording audio on Chromebook. The tool is simple and very easy to use.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 19, 2024

We’ll explore note-taking apps that help capture and organize your thoughts, student planner apps that keep you on track with your assignments, PDF annotation tools for managing digital textbooks, and writing apps for crafting everything from quick essays to in-depth research papers. Dropbox : Another excellent choice for cloud storage.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JULY 11, 2018

Below, find my presentation, STEAM UP Learning, and free web tools to help students, even toddlers, design and visualize their innovations. Some of these tools even help students 3D print their designs. Design and Blueprint Tools. Most of these tools should have a free version, but might not be available for all countries.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

FEBRUARY 25, 2018

Students all over the world have access to knowledge, resources, and experts to help them learn in rich ways and accomplish great things. The Internet and social media provide learners with a worldwide audience in which to share their ideas, passions, innovations, thoughts, and brilliance. Missions.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 7, 2022

Learn what different types of assignments these e-learning tools support and how they can ease your work and help you save time. . Discussions mimic the online experience they enjoy while engaging in group conversations on online forums , public chats and social media. . Teachers have access to all the groups.

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