The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 1, 2023

Our second Library 2.023 mini-conference: " Banned Books and Censorship: Current Intellectual Freedom Issues in the Library ," will be held online (and for free) nextThursday, June 8th, 2023, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. The book is available for preorder and will be released in October of 2023.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 31, 2022

0:15 Big Picture Stats 0:54 Andrea Yon's story 1:24 World Literacy Foundation study of the economic and social cost of illiteracy Sponsor: Today’s sponsor, Literal is an app to help students in grades 6-12 engage with reading. Give people “book talks” and book tastings. Episode 769 Show Notes.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 5, 2023

Our second Library 2.023 mini-conference: " Banned Books and Censorship: Current Intellectual Freedom Issues in the Library ," will be held online (and for free) this Thursday, June 8th, 2023, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. The book is available for preorder and will be released in October of 2023.

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Hapara

MAY 12, 2022

They come from sources such as the Michigan Open Book Project, Core Knowledge, CK-12, OpenStax and OER Commons. The Michigan Open Book Project created this digital textbook for kindergarteners. Learners will read about and discuss rules, decision-making and how to socialize in the classroom. Kindergarten digital textbooks.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 4, 2018

Tom Murray and I have watched many book studies and Twitter chats unfold since the release of the book in June of 2017. The content is aligned to well over 100 research studies in addition to what successfully implemented innovative practices actually look like in action. Anyone can register HERE.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 3, 2023

Our second Library 2.023 mini-conference: " Banned Books and Censorship: Current Intellectual Freedom Issues in the Library ," will be held online (and for free) on Thursday, June 8th, 2023, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. The book is available for preorder and will be released in October of 2023.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

JULY 11, 2021

For consultations and presentations at schools across the country I have developed these 15 questions you may want to ask as you develop or assess STEM possibilities for students. See booking info and please contact me anytime at (mjgormans@gmail.com). Last… please pass this on with a retweet or other social media.

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Shake Up Learning

DECEMBER 10, 2019

The post Holiday Reading: 6 Books That Will Transform Your Classroom – SULS042 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Not every professional development book is made equal. With that in mind, Kasey shares 6 books that will transform your classroom, as long as you take action on the advice. Click To Tweet.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JANUARY 6, 2023

Keeping Our Schools Safe: Reporting, Assessing, and Managing Threats A Library 2.0 + LearningRevolution.com Webinar with Dr. Steve Albrecht Please consider forwarding this material to colleagues or associates in school settings. OVERVIEW : School violence is not a “new epidemic,” as some news media still like to call it.

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Mistakengoal.com

AUGUST 10, 2016

In this post I’ll discuss how we’re approaching the new outcome of “responsible use of the internet and other social media” that the faculty have added to the course. Demonstrate effective ways to responsibly use social media to positively engage with others and portray oneself with authenticity.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 22, 2023

Our second Library 2.023 mini-conference: " Banned Books and Censorship: Current Intellectual Freedom Issues in the Library ," will be held online (and for free) on Thursday, June 8th, 2023, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. The book is available for preorder and will be released in October of 2023.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Dr. Robb has written more than 25 books on reading but also takes 3-4 months each school year as a classroom teacher. Laura Robb has written more than 30 books for teachers. Recently she has completed two books with her son Evan Robb, a middle school principal. She has written 25 books for teachers. And where do we start?

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Hapara

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Five principles underlying heutagogy Learner agency Self-efficacy and capability Metacognition and reflection Nonlinear learning Learning how to learn The origins of heutagogy Steward Hase and Chris Kenyon, who defined heutagogy as the study of self-determined learning in 2000, name it an optimal approach to learning for the 21st century.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 17, 2021

Since then, scholars have been trying to figure out why their scores dropped so much between 2017 and 2019 on a highly regarded national test known as the National Assessment of Educational Progress or NAEP. But the decline in book reading might not be the main culprit in our national comprehension problem. First, the numbers.

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The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 30, 2023

In recent weeks, news outlets and social media have been filled with depressing stories about “declines” in student achievement, in both reading and math. Whether we are trying to help our families navigate stressful challenges or working through a math book, we are all learning all of the time. Students deserve the same.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Quickly create assessments for any grade or subject without special forms or equipment. Automatically transfer grades into any digital grade book. I think we’ve learned how to use social media in just a really positive way, and learned to communicate and build a global audience, and shared our learning, and learned with others.

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Digital Promise

JULY 24, 2017

Between guilt-tinged uncertainty about screen time for kids ( “So, if you’re using it for good, does it count as screen time?” ) and worry about social media stress for teens, it’s easy to feel like a lost traveler without a GPS. For parents, the family computer has become something of a minefield (and probably a Minecraft field).

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User Generated Education

JANUARY 22, 2023

As many in education know, commentary about ChatGPT is appearing on the news, social media, and the internet. I still am an early adopter of technologies in that I believe many can benefit students in their learning. As I always do, I am exploring its use in my classes (elementary-level gifted education).

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Edsurge

APRIL 3, 2018

In my most recent book “Attack of the Teenage Brain,” I give an example of papers from two separate research groups examining video games and attentional states. Social media, contrary to its reputation, actually seems to improve certain prosocial behaviors—empathy, to name one—in teenage populations.

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Hapara

JULY 3, 2023

When I’m posting on our school’s social media account, I’m aware of how it will affect my digital footprint. For example, let’s say your learners are working on a social studies project about the contributions of the Aztecs. Other learners may be able to focus on the formative assessment until it’s completed.

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Shake Up Learning

APRIL 30, 2019

The post How to Choose a Digital Assessment Strategy – SULS010 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. But just because you like the activity doesn’t mean that it will assess the skills you NEED to assess. But just because you like the activity doesn’t mean that it will assess the skills you NEED to assess.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 12, 2023

Once you take the training, you get a green bandana, and you put it on a book bag or purse to show that you’re comfortable with someone asking you for help if they’re going through a mental health crisis,” Parks explains. After all, the report notes, when students experience distress, they usually talk about it first with each other.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 15, 2021

These projects are created around Understanding by Design (UbD) principles to emphasize STEM education and have tools to help students customize, evaluate, assess and create portfolios. We discuss first drafts and I relate it to writing my own books. Defined Learning makes using project-based content easy to bring into any subject.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 18, 2016

For anyone who missed the April announcement, Twitter switched its app category from ‘social media’ (where it consistently ranked in the top ten with Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, WhatsApp, and Pinterest) to ‘news’ (now ranked #1, ahead of apps like CNN, Fox News, and Reddit). Formative assessment.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

Is it a positive social experience? The conversation, as well as a survey completed by the attendees, will help inform a national study the Center is conducting on best leadership practices for managing devices and technology in K-12. Using AI as an assessment tool is not recommended because its accuracy can be questionable.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 3, 2024

in this post, I share with you my perspectives, drawn from my experiences as a blogger, educator, and academic with a PhD in educational studies, on what constitutes the quintessential characteristics of 21st century teachers. It’s a conduit for staying abreast of the latest educational trends, resources, and technologies. Madda et al.,

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 26, 2016

It’s the pencils and books of our digital world. It’s tempting to assign a goal–say, third graders should type 15 wpm–and then assess based on student ability to meet that goal, but that’s not practical. A more purpose-built goal is to assess based on progress. Technology supports a curriculum.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

MARCH 20, 2023

This could include social media, email, websites, mobile apps, and learning management systems (LMS) amongst others. Quizzes and Assessments : These are a great way to get learners and other stakeholders to engage with your content. They can answer questions, choose different paths, or explore additional resources.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 28, 2019

Parents, too, can reach out to tell their child they’ll be late picking them up or that they forgot a book. Studies show that 88% of teenagers between 13-17 have cell phones (or access to one) and 66% of middle schoolers. Studies show that students spend 20% of their in-class time texting, emailing, and checking social media.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 7, 2016

It started by asking me to self-assess my language skills. Whichever language app you select, it is best used as an add-on for topical study and/or to fill free time between other lessons. Each level features up to twenty-five words and phrases with pictures and matching audio clips from native speakers. Education Applications.

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Neo LMS

MARCH 9, 2017

It means that a student can only move to a new learning chapter only after proving that he/she understood the concepts taught so far — whether we’re talking about a quiz, an essay, or other form of assessment. But in the end, it’s up to the students to find what they are passionate about and study it in and out.

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The Hechinger Report

JUNE 16, 2021

The new book was written by Stanley Litow, a former vice president of IBM and architect of the school model, and journalist Tina Kelley. “If The book is being published this month by Teachers College Press; The Hechinger Report is an independent unit of Teachers College). Ninth graders are assessed early – and often. “We

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The Principal of Change

JULY 24, 2016

This is something that I truly believe and focus on in my book, “ The Innovator’s Mindset ” (Which I think would also be a good part of this list as well!). Below are some books that have really pushed my thinking in the area of leadership and innovation. Full disclosure…I wrote a review for this awesome book.

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The Principal of Change

JUNE 11, 2019

Yet a number of research studies have shown that humble leaders are more effective at bringing people together, marshaling resources toward a common goal, and accomplishing organizational objectives. But in a world where social media can provide open doors that did not exist before, it can also fuel arrogance. That meant a lot.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 3, 2019

But more commonly, you're trekking to conferences near and far, taking courses to stay up on current research and teaching methodology, and digging into books, blogs, and other resources you'd set aside for "when I have time." When students write to do well on assessments, they use a soul-crushing paint-by-numbers approach.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

For instance, 55% use a search engine, 32% look at customer reviews, and 31% look up social media when shopping for new products and services. For instance, they can take down important notes while listening to a live lecture or when engaging in independent study. They can leverage the Text2Speech tool to listen to the book.

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User Generated Education

JULY 5, 2018

Example books that offer engineering or maker education challenges include: The Long Walk to Water – [link]. Assessment : How will learners be assessed? Peer Assessments. Use of Social Media? Island of Blue Dolphins – [link]. James and the Giant Peach – [link]. Teacher Generated.

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