A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 20, 2022

In Digital Leadership , I presented an array of research and evidence-based strategies that can pave the way for any leader to level up. I revisit some of these strategies as both a reminder and health-check for you to reflect on where you are, but more importantly, where you would like to be in the near future.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 5, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Welcome to today's episode, where I will bridge the gap between AI in my classroom and your ears! If you've been following my blog, you know I want to bring practical, innovative teaching strategies to life.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 3, 2021

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. SEL Courses Assessment Strategies for SEL In this course, you’ll get up to speed on current practices in SEL, including the history and legislation that has propelled it to the forefront of our educational focus.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

I have ten strategies that will make your teaching life easier, bump up your effectiveness with students, and save time complying with Common Core standards. Twitter blasts to remind students of due dates. Try these ten tech uses. It includes all relevant dates for homework, projects, tests.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In this episode, we welcome Billy Krakower, a nationally recognized educator with 16 years of experience and a passion for bringing technology and creativity into the classroom. Related Episodes Breaking Down Barriers: How to Make Math Accessible.

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EdTechTeam

MARCH 26, 2019

So, we developed a first-of-its-kind coaching model, based on Jennie Magiera’s work in Courageous Edventures , aimed at helping teachers tackle their challenges with personalized strategies and innovative tools. Head to the DLP Strategy Menu to take a tour of this new tool, or see below for step-by-step guide on how to get started.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 5, 2019

We live in amazing times where readily accessible research and connectivity converge to not only transform practices but also provide the means to share them for the benefit of others. We should all want to do better in this area as the field of education needs more practical strategies that are weaved into the rhetoric.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 1, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Artificial Intelligence sounds fantastic and far off, but it underlies so many things we do today. Blog: [link] Twitter: @ jasonthacker Facebook: [link] Disclosure of Material Connection: This episode includes some affiliate links.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 13, 2020

with Dr. Andrea Dozier and Vicki Davis From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Today, the topic of racism has brought about discussions of not only organizational reform but also reform in our personal perceptions. ” Check out Andrea and let me know on Twitter what you think.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 30, 2014

Take Twitter for example. Now anyone who knows me knows that I absolutely love Twitter as a professional learning and networking tool. Twitter has many positive attributes, but also a growing number of negative aspects. Even as Twitter still works great for me and others it is not the only player out there.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Another teacher found that utilizing an IDE (Integrated Development Environment) that was cloud-based gave her students round-the-clock access to work in their programming class instead of relying on a downloaded file to a school computer. He can be found on Twitter @T4edtech and on his YouTube Channel Transformative Edtech.

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EdTechTeam

JUNE 4, 2020

Wifi/tech issues or a lack of access to devices. It’s critical that you have non-negotiable strategies in place to help you cope and deal with what you experience every day. Here are six strategies that you might consider incorporating into your daily routine to help you practice self-care. Strategy #1. Strategy #2.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 26, 2019

Educators now have access anytime from anywhere to people, ideas, resources, strategies, and feedback. Just because something sounds good on Twitter and during a keynote or looks good on Pinterest and Instagram does not mean whatever is being promoted will work. Context matters. Finances matter. Facilities matter.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 24, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Eric Curts shares how we can use docs, sheets, drawings, and slides with creative classroom projects. Sponsor: Welcome TGR Foundation and Discovery Education as a sponsor to my podcast. Check it out at coolcatteacher.com/tgr.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

In-class, students have easy access to the teacher and each other. Here are five strategies! learning objectives, directions, links, and resources) so that all parts of the lesson are easily accessible by students both in class and online. Students and families have 24/7 access to video instruction online. ” bit.ly/getyourcopySRM.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 3, 2019

We have seen an increase in devices, we’ve seen an increase in access to applications and we’ve seen an increase in information.”. While accessing technology once required a multistep process and was severely limited in the classroom, 74 percent of K–12 schools say they now have more than one device per student, according to a CoSN report.

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EdTech4Beginners

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Defined marketing strategies are essential for any brand, especially if it wants to be financially successful and reach its full potential. That’s why we’re giving you 5 powerful and effective marketing strategies that will make you rethink the way you do business. Some criteria that define it are: Accessibility.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Aaron Johnson shares the techniques to help us do it better From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Readers describe the series as “useful,” “helpful,” “applicable,” “reassuring,” and “accessible.” Blog: excellentonlineteaching.com .

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

IT administrators must make sure there are enough manageable wireless access points and switches in the library to ensure proper capacity and coverage. Please join the discussion on Twitter by using the #ConnectIT hashtag. This article is part of the "Connect IT: Bridging the Gap Between Education and Technology" series.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2019

For IT staff and administrators, the work of ensuring all students have equal access to the internet , and to technology that is now standard for modern classrooms, is complex. . Districts also need to address factors that prevent students from completing assignments outside of school — namely, poor internet access. . by Wylie Wong.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 2, 2019

Others deploy monitoring tools to give students access to the latest digital resources, while also keeping them safe. These shifts aren’t surprising, but they do require us to rethink pedagogical objectives and strategies. Some deliver hands-on experience in areas such as robotics and coding. by Ryan Petersen.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 24, 2018

As a supplement to traditional discussion strategies technology can serve as a catalyst to increase engagement by getting more people actively involved during lessons. Backchannels or back-channeling is common at conferences where attendees use tools like Twitter to discuss the various presentations in near real time.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 26, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Also, data is teacher-entered and does not access existing SIS or LMS data so sensitive student privacy data is protected. Organizing lesson plans, units, resources, links, IEP’s, and IEP meetings can be cumbersome and stressful.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 17, 2022

There are many ways that this can be done, such as creating study groups on Facebook or Twitter, sharing relevant articles and books on these platforms, and posting online practice questions or interactive quizzes that students can complete to test their knowledge. Create digital study guides that can be accessed online.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 26, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Tyler Daniel Tarver shares some surprising new ways to use Youtube in education. The PD series provides every educator, especially those from under-resourced communities, the access and materials needed to transform teaching during COVID-19 and beyond.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 19, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Welcome to a treasure from my ISTE 2023 vault. As educators, there are many new options opening up to us that will help improve our classrooms and make our professional development more accessible and available via our mobile devices.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. You’ll get access to activities, strategies, and tools to improve the four domains of wellness. Leave your thoughts in the comment or tweet me on Twitter @ coolcatteacher. Twitter: @ Chris_Chappotin. How I Use Notion in the Classroom.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 30, 2019

Today we take a dive into digital equity and the issues we should all consider — and it is not just those with poverty who may not have access. Blog: [link] Twitter: @nicolrhoward Disclosure of Material Connection: This episode includes some affiliate links. Hear the surprising thing realized at the end of the show.

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Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Here’s a look at how districts in the 2022-2023 cohort are ensuring students have equitable access and opportunities for powerful learning: In Georgia, Gwinnett County Public Schools partnered with Kingmakers of Oakland , an award-winning nonprofit organization, to address Black male achievement and sense of belonging.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 12, 2024

Access to high-quality education is widely recognized as a pivotal tool for alleviating poverty, mitigating the spread of disease and malnutrition, fostering children's overall welfare and empowering women. Lauren Lichtman Head of Strategy & Partnerships Learning Equality Learning Equality offers educational opportunities for the 2.6

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 7, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter We can help children improve their math skills. The PD series provides every educator, especially those from under-resourced communities, the access and materials needed to transform teaching during COVID-19 and beyond.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

It’s simply naive to think that our littlest learners can’t or shouldn’t have access to classroom technology. MORE FROM EDTECH: Find more strategies for connecting students and teachers for productive learning. Technology should be used to increase access to learning opportunities for all children. by Joe Marquez.

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Shake Up Learning

APRIL 14, 2020

The post Home Learning Strategies for Primary Students that ALL Teachers Can Use! Christine Pinto and Jessica Twomey, two amazing kinder teachers, join me to discuss home learning strategies for primary students that ALL teachers can use. Home Learning Strategies for Primary Students That All Teachers Can Use! Click To Tweet.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2019

As cybercrime becomes more common in K–12 education, schools and districts face increasing threats from cybercriminals looking to sell access to systems and the types of personal and financial data that schools store in abundance. One strategy is to segment the infrastructure to better protect inbound and outbound communication.

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Educational Technology Guy

MARCH 17, 2021

This is a great tool to help understand high school student social-emotional needs and how to support them with strategies and interventions. Because the portal can be accessed online, teachers can use it to support SEL both in the classroom and during distance learning. “ Executive functioning skills is a passion of mine.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 30, 2019

The digital world now provides all of us access to some fantastic opportunities. Webinars Improved bandwidth and increased access to technology have helped learning through webinars gain in popularity. Here are some no-cost (or relatively low-cost) options. Herein lies the power of a PLN.

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My Island View

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

For some reason any post with Twitter in the title does not do well with a general population of educators. There is however a growing number of educators using Twitter who look for strategies to better serve them in social media for collaborative learning. All Twitter accounts have profiles. The Follow Concept.

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