A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

The overreaching goal for each session was to support instructional strategies aligned to rigor & relevance and the 6 C's with a focus on the purposeful use of technology. What resulted was a great resource that I plan to share below on specific edtech tools that can assist special education (SPED), math, and reading teachers.

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ViewSonic Education

JUNE 28, 2022

Good news is technology can help develop these skills, bringing faster and robust results. Keep reading to learn more about the CASEL 5 competencies and technology’s role in developing them or discover ViewSonic Education Solutions. . Empathy in the Classroom . The Role of Technology in Building CASEL Competencies .

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

As I said in the first article, with so many things grabbing the attention of administrators, AI seems to be taking a back seat in the minds of many. US Office of Educational Technology: Artificial Intelligence Tweet What happens if we wait a month? Let's look at what is happening and a classroom application where there is one.

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EdTech4Beginners

JULY 3, 2016

I recently wrote an article for the Times Educational Supplement (TES). It was about ways tech tools can support assessment in the classroom. Read the full article by clicking here. Tagged: apps , assessment , edtech , education , tech , technology. Leave a comment below.

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Hapara

MAY 20, 2022

When students are actively engaged in tasks that require them to use higher-level critical thinking skills and communication and collaboration activities, it helps promote deeper learning in the classroom and successfully prepares learners for college, career, and life. Effectively incorporating technology tools such as Google G Suite, H?para

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Neo LMS

MAY 19, 2020

Education is a constantly evolving sphere, but the introduction and integration of technology have changed it forever. Learning” now takes on a different meaning, with technology redefining who can learn, who can teach, and how each can do it differently. Education technology and the future of Higher Ed. According to The U.S.

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Edsurge

JUNE 15, 2022

A version of this article was originally published on Medium. There are always new products coming out in the edtech landscape, but somehow a couple software platforms monopolize the industry and are used by teachers everywhere, leaving smaller companies and edtech startups facing an uphill battle. It just is.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 23, 2017

The challenge is to turn this into a habit students do outside the classroom. Getting students to inspect what they read habitually is one of the key topics in my new book, Hacking Digital Learning Strategies with EdTech Missions. For more resources, check out my article, Critical Reading with Digital Devices , posted on ESL Library.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

As an educator for more than 26 years, I understand the importance of leveraging technology to “work smarter, not harder” when planning and implementing lessons. As a digital learning specialist, I support instructional technology implementation in my district as well as provide training for teachers on edtech tools.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Blending in Technology Boosts K–12 Instruction. Technology is an ideal vehicle for teachers to better blend classroom instruction with learning opportunities occuring outside of the traditional school day — and outside of the brick-and-mortar school building. . 3 Education Technologies Improve Blended Learning Initiatives.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

How Primary Students Can Use Technology Effectively. 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.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 18, 2019

How to Leverage Mainstream Technology to Boost Special Education. Assistive technology may be the best option. said Christopher Bugaj, assistive technology trainer for Virginia’s Loudoun County Public Schools and author of The New Assistive Tech: Making Learning Awesome for All!, Many Devices Include Assistive Technology Tools.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2024

Announced in October 2023, the AWS Education Accelerator supports edtech startups who are innovating to enhance the teaching and learning experience and improve educational outcomes. The participating edtech startups are focused on a wide range of solutions for PK-12, higher education, and workforce education customers.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 18, 2021

So, in this article, I’m going to share my thoughts and experience about the technologies and solutions that reshape the educational industry and the way we learn in 2020 and beyond. 6 Edtech Trends to Keep an Eye On. The educational field was constantly evolving along with new technologies even before the pandemic.

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Neo LMS

JULY 22, 2021

That being said, given the practical aspect of these schools, there are bigger questions to ask about the role of edtech in vocational education. What can edtech do for students who wish to work more physically demanding jobs? . 8 Ways in which edtech supports Vocational Education. Edtech and vocational education.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 5, 2022

The best Instructional Technology Coaches are partners, culture leaders, encouragers, and easy to work with, says Dr. Katie Ritter. She covers ten essential points for being a successful education technology coach based on her research and her personal coaching of instructional technology coaches and teachers.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 28, 2019

3 Exciting Ways to Use Augmented and Virtual Reality in the K–12 Classroom. Some teachers who have already incorporated augmented reality and virtual reality (AR/VR) technology into their classrooms or lesson plans have seen amazing benefits in student engagement and retention. eli.zimmerman_9856. Thu, 03/28/2019 - 10:11.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 12, 2024

This article focuses on one of those organizations, Learning Equality. It focuses on delivering quality teaching and learning through technology without the internet. We take a bottom-up approach to education technology in a way that is contextual and responsible. billion people worldwide without internet access.

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Edthena

JULY 6, 2023

Nowadays, an important responsibility of administrating student and teacher learning includes implementing edtech for a school or district. Schools use many edtech tools and platforms, ranging from student-facing note-taking apps to teacher-facing AI-driven grading platforms. Check out the highlights of what we’ve been reading below.

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ViewSonic Education

DECEMBER 1, 2021

The flipped classroom approach is emerging as a popular option within academic institutions, but many high school teachers remain unaware of the best flipped classroom activities to turn to for the in-person lesson component. In this article, we take a closer look at five of the most valuable options available to teachers.

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EdTech4Beginners

JULY 31, 2017

The article was about integrating scannable technology in schools. Click here for the full article Tagged: classroom technology , edtech , education , scannable technology , teaching ideas , teaching tools. I recently wrote for the Times Educational Supplement (TES).

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

With the recent advent of ChatGPT and other generative AI technologies, conversations in education are now abuzz about AI’s potential to redefine lesson delivery, homework and formative assessments. Advancements in education technology History has taught us that innovation is inevitable.

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eSchool News

JUNE 19, 2023

AI’s rapid pace of development in recent months offers exciting applications for the classroom, but the unprecedented technology also demands deliberation as the implications are vast.

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EdTech4Beginners

JUNE 20, 2018

If you don’t use educational technology, you’re not a cool teacher. They are growing up with all kinds of tech tools by their side, and they are thrilled to see technology involved in the educational process. The website gives you videos, images, and articles related to the questions and aligned with Common Core standards.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The survey of more than 1,100 educators from across North America highlights back-to-school excitement, challenges, student engagement, and technology usage. As educators welcome students back to their classrooms for the 2023-2024 school year, they are continuing to embrace education technology.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

DECEMBER 4, 2023

With EdTech gaining ground, educational institutions, including schools and higher education institutions are increasingly leveraging the advances in technology to support their classrooms. The generation of today is addicted to online games, a fact that education technology has used to its advantage.

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Edsurge

JULY 3, 2023

When we started to devise a summer reading list of EdSurge articles from 2023 that have been most popular so far this year, we couldn’t help but notice a pattern: Readers are hungry for stories about teachers leaving the profession. What happens to students, parents and educator colleagues when a teacher decides to leave the classroom?

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Most people don’t consider education technology to be such an important industry, but it’s actually gigantic. According to the report, the EdTech industry will reach a global value of $252 billion by 2020. The change already delivers extraordinary results and 96% of teachers claim that EdTech increases student engagement in learning.

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EdTech4Beginners

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

I recently wrote an article for the International Teacher Magazine. At first, I was running around the classroom, trying to support all the children’s individual learning needs. However, as I got to grips with educational technology, personalized learning got a whole lot easier. For the full article, please click here.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 4, 2019

Balancing Act: Cybersecurity in the Connected Classroom. With K–12 schools leveraging connected technologies to help improve student outcomes and boost classroom collaboration, effective cybersecurity is not optional. BECOME AN INSIDER: Sign up access to exclusive EdTech videos, whitepapers and articles.

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Educational Technology Guy

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

An interesting infographic from PBS on what teachers want for technology in the classroom: Related: 10 Essential Educational Resources for Teachers - my list. This post originally appeared on Educational Technology Guy. Feel free to share summaries and links to these articles, but do not copy and repost entire article.

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Neo LMS

DECEMBER 18, 2018

All because of technological advancements. As such, the lives of many people have become so intertwined with technology. Therefore, a question arises about whether technology has a part it can play in classrooms? Can technology improve the education process or the learning environment of classrooms ?

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ViewSonic Education

MARCH 13, 2024

In today’s increasingly digitized classrooms, your toolkit for teaching extends far beyond traditional textbooks. How do we leverage these technologies to enhance learning without detracting from educational objectives? However, navigating an ever-expanding range of digital tools can be daunting. Owen Matson, Ph.D.,

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 25, 2018

K–12 Experts Weigh In on Training Teachers to Use Education Technology. For K–12 schools implementing new classroom tools, professional development is crucial to guaranteeing that both teachers and students make the most of such investments. MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out these 5 key areas of professional development for K–12 teachers!

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

#ICE18: Robert Dillon Explains the Pillars of Technology Integration. After serving as a teacher, a principal and, currently, the director of technology and innovation at University City School District outside of greater St. Robert Dillon, director of technology and innovation at University City School District.

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EdTech4Beginners

JUNE 24, 2016

I recently wrote an article for the International Teacher Magazine about simple ways to use Minecraft in the classroom. Click here for the full article. Tagged: blended learning , edtech , education , learning , lessons , Minecraft , teaching , teaching ideas , tech , tech tools , technology.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 11, 2024

According to the Van Andel Institute for Education, every teacher hopes to ignite, empower, and engage the students who walk through their classroom door. Students don’t have to be video game fanatics to appreciate a gamified classroom lesson. What is an example of a good classroom strategy?

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