eSchool News

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

Are you curious about using augmented or virtual reality in your classroom? Start with the Google Cardboard headset (it’s only $15), and whether you’re using iOS, Android, Chromebooks, or iPads, we’ve curated an assortment of apps and lesson plans to try out with your students. Either way, we’ve got you covered.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 19, 2016

Green screens, once a staple of any special effects film studio, are now becoming an exciting and realistic addition for any digital classroom. Some teachers actually paint a wall of their classroom green, or attach a piece of green fabric to a wall or whiteboard. But where to begin? A smartphone camera that captures video is plenty.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 29, 2021

The advantages of this approach include: SplashLearn is multi-platform and works on iOS, Android, and Desktop and also allows students to swap between platforms while tracking performance. Parents can see how well their children are performing and understand if there are areas their child needs to master before the fall.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 14, 2017

Thanks to the efforts of many devoted professionals and the financial support of more, there are a wide variety of free/inexpensive sources for books that students can use for classroom activities as well as pleasure. Elementary and middle school children can read the books or have them read aloud to them. Listen and Read. Mighty Book.

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Kathy Schrock

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

Pete Birkinshaw, Used Punchcard, [link] So, when Robo ™ Wunderkind asked me to review their Education Robotics Kit for elementary students, ages 6 to 12, they were happy to hear I was no expert, since the kit was so easy to use! The robots students create are controlled from an iOS or Android device.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

Most risks with QR Codes stem from the fact that they aren’t readable by humans. There are valid reasons for using QR Codes in your classroom or as a teacher-author: High Capacity – they store a lot more data, allowing you to share real content and not just IDs or references. They are a great option in every classroom.

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EdTechTeacher

MARCH 23, 2015

As educators in the digital age, it is important that we embrace the power of play in our classrooms. Educational games help students to learn about certain subjects, expand their thinking on specific concepts, and reinforce skill development while they play while increasing engagement, empathy and excellence in the classroom.

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Graphite Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2019

Is coding relevant to non-STEM subjects? They include everything from operating systems, like iOS, Windows, or Android, to robust applications like Office or Photoshop, to web-based programs like Netflix or Instagram, to games like Minecraft or Candy Crush. Is coding relevant to non-STEM subjects? What is coding? What is coding?

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Technology Tidbits

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Again, this years list sees a lot of tools for STEM that focuses on programming/coding. Hippo Video - One of my favorite sites around for creating digital videos that can be used to "flip" a classroom or create explainer videos. UMU - A excellent mobile app (iOS/Android) that can be used in a any number of different ways.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 29, 2017

To find out why read www.coolcatteacher.com/bloomz or go to bloomz.com to get started setting up your school or classroom now! I think we’ve been bitten with a passion to try to help teachers and make their classrooms more fun and engaging, and make their time more fun, so… thank you for what you do as well. Listen Now. Idea #1: Osmo.

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Adam Welcome

MAY 22, 2016

What are we doing in our schools to help kids grow their Android/IOS development skills? Kids should be developing these skills while they're still in high school, college and heck why not even elementary school! What does this look like in the classroom? Team STEM design challenges are fun for kids AND adults!

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Technology Tidbits

DECEMBER 7, 2015

However, that does not mean there are not a lot of new items to look through, as sites/apps for programming/coding, Math/STEM, and Game Based Learning played a predominant role in this year's list. Sketch Nation - A great free site/app (iOS/Android) for creating games. Story Shares - An interesting new site for readers grades K-12th.

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Shake Up Learning

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Below, you will find a resource guide for CSEdWeek and Hour of Code, in order to help all of you K-12 educators bring coding into the classroom. There are even options to go “unplugged” if you do not have access to devices in your classroom because students can learn computer science principles with something as simple as a deck of cards.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 11, 2018

Karen Bosch explains why Merge Cubes are so hot, how they are being used in classrooms, and how she’s using them to build critical thinking and creativity in her school. When you scan the cube with your mobile device — it will work with an iPhone, an iPad, and it works with Android, but you have to have the Merge Cube app on it.

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Adam Welcome

JUNE 13, 2016

With code.org and other resources, block coding is an excellent place to start, especially with Elementary students - check it out! Students at Karly’s school, Sun Terrace Elementary, program all year long and they know how important it is to learn programming. Students in the STEM Lab at Karly’s school use programming every day!

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Adam Welcome

MAY 15, 2016

With code.org and other resources, block coding is an excellent place to start, especially with Elementary students - check it out! Students at Karly’s school, Sun Terrace Elementary, program all year long and they know how important it is to learn programming. Students in the STEM Lab at Karly’s school use programming every day!

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Teacher Reboot Camp

APRIL 16, 2019

Currently, I am the Computer and Technology Teacher for over 450 elementary students at a STEM Charter School. For a quick view of my top tips download my slide presentation free, Teaching the “T” in STEM! Teaching the “T” in STEM: Technology for Young Learners from Shelly Sanchez Terrell.

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Shake Up Learning

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

For teachers, for the classroom, for fun! Straight Outta Pencils: Funny Notebook for Kindergarten and Elementary School Teachers (Composition Book Journal) (7 x 10 Large). . Chibitronics Chibi Lights Circuit Stickers STEM Starter Kit. . Android Wear Watches. . The Ultimate Teacher Gift Guide 2017! Osmo Coding Game.

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Educational Technology Guy

JANUARY 12, 2015

4c6x4p5qplh7 Google For Education Resources [link] Google Classroom - new resource for teachers to manage classes, assignments, student work, and to communicate with students. pli=1 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pDsGwn7_Z38AYrvOtqqHbX_osrxxKIUpV1kRDiPL7bc/edit#heading=h.4c6x4p5qplh7

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techlearning

JULY 27, 2018

The program includes in-classroom professional development sessions. Furthermore, ABCMouse will be offered at no cost to teachers for use in their classrooms, allowing them to take full advantage of many of these offerings. Videos provide stopping points to facilitate classroom discussion and encourage critical thinking.

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Shake Up Learning

OCTOBER 3, 2023

This is a super cool app that encourages problem-based learning and STEM skills for students. Introducing Verizon Innovative Learning HQ, an easy-to-use, free online portal that empowers K-12 educators to bring new ways of learning into the classroom. Here are 5 TimePod Lessons to try (elementary, middle, and high school).

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MindShift

MARCH 10, 2016

That’s a tall order for students used to sitting quietly in a math classroom passively receiving instruction. Knowing that improving the quality of math discussion in their classrooms won’t be easy, educators are applying the “lesson study” technique to improve their craft.

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My Paperless Classroom

NOVEMBER 3, 2013

t26i8igL0o #edsurge #flipclass Sat, Nov 02 2013 22:07:03 Reply Retweet Favorite Alicia @aliciac Hey devs, I''m curious if anyone is looking at non-math, non-CS STEM solutions. Sat, Nov 02 2013 13:16:39 Reply Retweet Favorite Alicia @aliciac This high schooler is already angling for a job on the Android dev team at @google !

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techlearning

AUGUST 22, 2018

Wonder Workshop, creators of Dash & Dot robots used in over 20,000 elementary schools worldwide, has released a new applied robotics curriculum to help students discover their own pathways of STEM learning. Learn more about Wonder Workshop’s middle school solution at.

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Graphite Blog

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

Are you curious about using augmented or virtual reality in your classroom? Start with the Google Cardboard headset (it's only $15), and whether you're using iOS, Android, Chromebooks, or iPads, we've curated an assortment of apps and lesson plans to try out with your students. Either way, we've got you covered.

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EdTechTeacher

JULY 6, 2015

Much like many of the PDF annotation apps for iOS and Android, DocHub is an excellent option for the Chrome browser and Chrome OS. July 13-15: Enhancing STEM Curriculum with Technology OR Teaching English with Technology. July 20-22: Technology in the Elementary Classroom OR The Chromebook Classroom.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

The primary goals of this event are to demonstrate the power of global connectivity in classrooms, schools, institutions of informal learning and universities around the world, and to introduce others to the tools, resources, projects, and networks that are available to educators today. This will take you to the event VoiceThread.)

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Fractus Learning

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Math games for kids encourage children to learn and improve their essential addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division skills while having fun with their family or playing with other students in the classroom. Best STEM Math Game: Pressman Make 7. The fun math app is available on the website and for iOS and Android devices.

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Graphite Blog

OCTOBER 22, 2015

STEM teachers should check out the “Skills” filters to find some great 21st century learning tools. A few recommended Top Picks lists: 10 Best Science Tools for Elementary. 10 Best Math Tools for Elementary. A few recommended Top Picks lists: 10 Best Science Tools for Elementary. Try Search.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

A similar app, Adventure Time Game Wizard , was made available earlier this year for iOS and Android.). Code Studio offers a 20 hour-long coding course for elementary school students. In reality, students had greater success using the “Draw-In_App” tool than drawing the game on paper, but still awesome! (A

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Hack Education

JUNE 3, 2016

” Via Education Week : “ Cursive writing could be returning to Louisiana ’s public school classrooms. ” Via Education Dive: “Fifth graders from Tennessee ’s Nolan Elementary have created a campaign to convince the Tennessee Department of Education and Gov. ” Riiiiight.

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