The Shake Up Learning Blog

MAY 10, 2022

The post 5 Chrome Extensions that Make Google Classroom Even More Awesome! In this post and podcast episode, I’m going to share 5 Chrome Extensions that Make Google Classroom Even More Awesome! Google Classroom + Chrome = Match Made in Heaven! As many of you know, I love me some Google Chrome, and I love Google Classroom.

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Securly

MARCH 5, 2024

From school climate and student interests, to social-emotional competence and safety assessments, Discern’s AI replaces the need for manual surveying and screening, empowering school leaders and student support teams with rich, actionable insights in an instant. Why not join our upcoming Discern group demo? Sign up here.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 21, 2020

It’s a tedious process with all the standards, plans, assessments, pacing guides, but having a streamlined system (especially as we focus on blended and distance learning) sets the foundation for our school today. As we investigated, tested, and demoed with several products, we were looking at a few things.

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Technology Tidbits

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Vocab Victor the innovative mobile (iOS/Android) app for building vocabulary words/skills just released a major update for educators, their digital "classroom". Best of all, Vocab Victor assesses and adapts words to each student's vocabulary level in real-time and is ideal for ESL/ELL. link] Below is a brief demo.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 24, 2022

But in the tech-dependent era of distance and hybrid learning, clear and consistent communication—about grades, assessments, learning targets and a host of other school-related matters—may now be more important than ever. And he’s happy to share his preferred tool for making classroom communication more efficient and effective.

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Technology Tidbits

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Vocab Victor the innovative mobile (iOS/Android) app for building vocabulary words/skills just released a major update for educators, their digital "classroom". Best of all, Vocab Victor assesses and adapts words to each student's vocabulary level in real-time and is ideal for ESL/ELL. link] Below is a brief demo.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 12, 2024

When assessing the students' work, the grading rubric should take into account their contribution to the assignment, while also imposing penalties for spelling and grammar errors. Accuracy Assessment Prompt: “Hey MacMaster Max, are the steps in my [specific task] accurate? Rubric Points: Up to 25 points for clarity.

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Technology Tidbits

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Vocab Victor the innovative mobile (iOS/Android) app for building vocabulary words/skills just released a major update for educators, their digital "classroom". Best of all, Vocab Victor assesses and adapts words to each student's vocabulary level in real-time and is ideal for ESL/ELL. link] Below is a brief demo.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 20, 2017

By my calculation, he has experienced seven different daycare, preschool and elementary school classrooms. While the classrooms centers, teacher ratios and playground equipment may be different, every center but one made the same comment to us during registration: “And, of course, we don’t do any screen time.” line of questioning.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Its product is called “Class for Zoom,” and what it’s building is pretty much that—a suite of tools that let instructors take attendance, distribute and grade assignments, and deliver online assessments through Zoom. We want to recreate the virtual version of teachers walking around the classroom, seeing which students need help.”

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Kitaboo on EdTech

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Technology has penetrated every aspect of life, and education is no exception. As more and more teachers, students, and stakeholders experiment with technology, software developers are working day and night to bring them quality solutions. Best Digital Learning Tools for Future-Ready Classrooms.

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Neo LMS

JANUARY 15, 2019

Drop by our Booth F302 in the expo hall at any time during the event, where we will provide insights on how to effectively manage online classroom activities, answer all your questions and showcase NEO’s newest features. It is time to blend your classroom? How will this work for my classroom? To offer more personalized learning?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 23, 2020

When students see too many apps, they: decide technology is confusing. A colleague considers technology “as approachable as a porcupine” Don’t let students think of the apps you’re so excited about as porcupines! For ideas on how to select a specific app, read the introduction to 5 Favorite Classroom Apps.

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Technology Tidbits

MARCH 25, 2021

Vocab Victor the innovative mobile (iOS/Android) app for building vocabulary words/skills just released a major update for educators, their digital "classroom". Best of all, Vocab Victor assesses and adapts words to each student's vocabulary level in real-time and is ideal for ESL/ELL. link] Below is a brief demo.

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Technology Tidbits

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Vocab Victor the innovative mobile (iOS/Android) app for building vocabulary words/skills just released a major update for educators, their digital "classroom". Best of all, Vocab Victor assesses and adapts words to each student's vocabulary level in real-time and is ideal for ESL/ELL. link] Below is a brief demo.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 31, 2018

The Real-World Classroom model of teaching finance is part simulation part game. Invented by Brian Bean, this model of teaching is transforming Texas classrooms and beyond. Real World Classrooms When Teaching Finance. Vicki: Today we’re talking with Brian Bean, 14-year Texas educator, about real-world classrooms.

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Educational Technology Guy

APRIL 2, 2019

New Analytics Tool From CDW, Lightspeed Systems Helps Schools Optimize Tech Use Today at COSN 2019 , CDW, in partnership with Lightspeed Systems , introduced Analytics Powered by Relay, a dashboard solution enabling K-12 schools to make informed decisions about their use of educational technology devices, applications and websites.

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Technology Tidbits

AUGUST 20, 2021

Storyboard That is an excellent learning tool w/ educational portal, where teachers can manage, track, and assess student accounts in a safe environment. This easy-to-use site has an abundance of teacher guides and lesson plans, that makes it easy to integrate into any classroom or curriculum. Below is a brief demo on getting started.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

A teacher’s initial assessment of an edtech tool may focus on such practical concerns as ease of use, integration potential, support and security. However, those responsible for designing education technology must, at all times, strive for something a bit more abstract and decidedly more lofty—improving the lives of their users.

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Shake Up Learning

DECEMBER 14, 2021

The goal of this blog has always been to provide teachers with digital learning resources, tips, and tricks, and help teachers find ways to integrate technology meaningfully in the classroom. 27 Formative Assessment Tools for Your Classroom. Many of the tools below are great for both formative and summative assessments.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 8, 2018

Ask any educator who teaches five classes of 30 students each per day; there’s a lot of homework to assess. Plagiarism-detection software can address the most pressing needs of classroom educators faced with assessing students’ written work. Google Classroom integration. Here’s how: 1. Intro video. Myths about plagiarism.

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Gradelink

OCTOBER 11, 2018

And while the classroom isn’t the first place most people think of when talking about fun, it’s an excellent place for stretching those creative muscles and for exploring critical thinking in energizing ways. Bringing the real world into the classroom gets students exploring something that they could potentially experience later on.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

EdSurge: How is math instruction evolving, and how does technology support this? I don’t have to wait until an assessment to see how to support them. It leads to more formative assessments. I would encourage teachers to watch the demos; learn by using it, and also share it with your colleagues.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 28, 2019

Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) have long supported teachers in their career development, but with the help of technology, they’re now transforming education itself. Today’s technology makes it easy to collect concrete data and view reports that provide guiding insights. Credit: Roberto Escudero) 4.

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Technology Tidbits

APRIL 26, 2018

Educators have been using Buncee in a wide variety of ways through their educational portal "Buncee Classroom" to create virtual classrooms for students to complete assignments, take quizzes, etc. Best of all, Buncee Classroom lets educators track students, assign quizzes, and even differentiate/assess instruction.

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Technology Tidbits

DECEMBER 9, 2021

This is ideal to assess student's to learning and differentiate instruction w/out having to disrupt classroom time to do it. Below is a demo video. From there, a student click on the assistance button and can even type a comment which then a teacher sees. I highly recommend checking out ClassroomQ by clicking here !!!

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 2, 2017

I loved the demo I watched, cried a bit that it wouldn’t work for me, and then forgot about it. There are dozens of authentic uses for Mix in your classroom. In a flipped class, use Mix to share required resources, preparation steps, and assessments for an upcoming class. Education applications.

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Technology Tidbits

MAY 4, 2021

If a student gets stuck there is a "show me" button to help them progress as well: tips, videos, and helpful tutorials to help students and teachers integrate coding into their classroom. Best of all, Blackbird has an educational portal to monitor and track student progress to make it easy to assess student learning.

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Technology Tidbits

JULY 12, 2021

Lately, it's been getting more and more attention in the media and easier to integrate into the classroom through technology. Not only is GBL making learning fun, through innovative technology and websites like TypeTastic , kids are easily learning vital real-world skills such as Typing/Keyboarding.

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Technology Tidbits

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Parlay is a very innovative online tool that educators are using to take classroom discussions to the next level. Also, Parlay is great for assessing students making it easy to differentiate instruction and for "blended" learning. Below is a demo of a "live" roundtable discussion.

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Technology Tidbits

AUGUST 5, 2020

Parlay is a very innovative online tool that educators are using to take classroom discussions to the next level. Also, Parlay is great for assessing students making it easy to differentiate instruction and for "blended" learning. Below is a demo of a "live" roundtable discussion.

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Technology Tidbits

DECEMBER 9, 2020

TypeTastic's School Edition has an educational portal that allows educators to track, monitor, and assess student progress. This is a fun and great way to integrate technology into a classroom's curriculum. Below is a brief demo. TypeTastic is an excellent K-12 site for students learning how to Type/Keyboard.

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Technology Tidbits

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

TypeTastic's School Edition has an educational portal that allows educators to track, monitor, and assess student progress. This is a fun and great way to integrate technology into a classroom's curriculum. Below is a brief demo. TypeTastic is an excellent K-12 site for students learning how to Type/Keyboard.

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Technology Tidbits

MARCH 3, 2022

Lately, it's been getting more and more attention in the media and easier to integrate into the classroom through technology. Not only is GBL making learning fun, through innovative technology and websites like TypeTastic , kids are easily learning vital real-world skills such as Typing/Keyboarding.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 8, 2020

In the end, nobody knows what we face ahead only that the ability to be flexible, smart, and to use technology to link us wherever we are is part of what we have to do. see pic below) If there could be a silver lining, it is easy to show people shiny tech but true technology WORKS when you need it to. Everything you need. Breathe it.

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Technology Tidbits

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Below is a brief demo on their latest features. Teacher are using Edpuzzle to flip their classroom, assess student's learning, and easily differentiate instruction by assigning videos and then adding questions to gauge student's understanding. Edpuzzle is an advertiser of Technology Tidbits.

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Technology Tidbits

APRIL 22, 2020

EDpuzzle the world's most popular site to flip a classroom/lesson to make a video "their" own, has just released an update to their video editor. Don't forget EDpuzzle can be used for any subject and curriculum and makes it easy for educators to assess student learning and differentiate instruction. Below is a brief demo.

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