Graphite Blog

JUNE 18, 2021

These games might hook students, but they don’t actually teach much, or lead to the kind of deeper, high-interest learning that helps students master content. With this in mind, we've taken a look at the most popular websites for educational games to try to find those sites that support true game-based learning.

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Edsurge

MAY 22, 2017

He adds, “Kids are allowed to learn at their own pace, and can learn experientially.” When a competency-based approach to assessment is in place, students must show what they know as well as what they can do. Below are five ways to approach competency-based learning assessment.

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Adam Watson Edtech Elixirs

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Chad Collins has been with Spencer County Public Schools (KY) since 2013, first as a middle school social studies and ELA teacher, and currently as the campus Gifted and Talented Teacher for Spencer County Middle School (SCMS) as well as Spencer County Elementary School. The display case outside of Chad's classroom.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 30, 2018

For example, I had to assess “over the shoulder” by looking at what students were doing. Also, I’m able to easily assess and share their work in AR. You can use it and learn. Here’s one example of how 3D Bear can be used for a real world conversation. This blog post is sponsored by 3D Bear.

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User Generated Education

DECEMBER 4, 2016

I work part time with gifted elementary students at two Title 1 schools where most of the students qualify for free or reduced lunches; and where they and/or their parents are learning English as a second language. ” I have been using games in my classrooms (elementary and higher education) for decades.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

JUNE 6, 2019

Take your smartphone, for example, every month there’s a new update. So, teachers found a solution where they let the students learn about the technicalities of the topic and practice on an online virtual platform. For example, they can view the resulting solution after mixing four different chemicals together.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 7, 2017

They are examples of things he is using and that he has presented about virtual reality. Vicki: So what are some of your favorite examples when you’re trying to convince people that this is a great model? Enrique: Well, some examples that I’ve either done or suggested to them in the past have been…. Make it more immersive.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 19, 2021

Educaplay currently has sixteen types of games and activities you can create. I will give you recommendations about the classroom uses of each type of game and show you examples. Tip #1: Dig into the Pre-made Games. ABC Games: For Comprehensive Vocabulary. Matching Columns Games. Matching Game.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Learn about global Kahoots, how she tweets with her class and more global collaborative techniques in this show. Quickly create assessments for any grade or subject without special forms or equipment. So this year, for example, I didn’t plan a school project, but we were doing a shared story on Ryan Hreljac.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 12, 2018

There are times that it’s more appropriate to use technology in the pedagogy so that you can reinforce concept that the child is learning. Vicki: OK, Glen, if I came to your classroom, and you wanted to show me one of your best lessons that promote active learning, describe what I would see. Do you have an example of active learning?

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 9, 2017

She regularly contributes literacy insights at Dr. Kimberly’s Literacy Blog and has collaborated in writing classroom curriculum and language arts sections as well as chairing the Elementary Reading National Evaluation Preparation Committee for Pearson Education. Angela and I have both worked with teachers K-12 for many years.

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EdNews Daily

OCTOBER 20, 2016

At the turn of the 21st century, public interest in games as learning tools took hold. In the eyes of digital game-based learning proponents, the general public and today’s teachers finally understood something that students and educational researchers knew all along. The Basics of Digital Game-Based Learning.

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Graphite Blog

JULY 3, 2015

For a quick reference -- and for those of you #NotAtISTE who want to share in the learning -- here's a quick summary of our lightning sessions with links to the tools and resources each session covered. DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP Digital Passport: Digital Safety for Elementary School Kids . But what games are good for classrooms?

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 5, 2017

JARROD: Yes, so let’s say you’re doing a gymnastics unit and you’ve got a display, some sort of gymnastics presentation of skills, for example. That’s actually got some real evidence there to drive your assessment and drive what they’ve been able to achieve in your classroom. And then that’s shareable. So I think it’s tremendous.

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Neo LMS

APRIL 12, 2022

There are many resources available for students in all grade levels from elementary school through Higher Ed that will help them develop a greater awareness and build their knowledge of managing finances and everything related to long-term planning. What is a good example of Financial Literacy Education?

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User Generated Education

AUGUST 14, 2022

Examples include: A story or a book that you used to love listening to when you were younger First books you were able to read by yourself Hobbies- any written works you could share that fit with those hobbies (e.g., Directions for doing this using Canva and examples can be found at: [link]. Make your Own Toss and Talk Ball.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Technology – Ask yourself: Does the school have the technology to support games? In this position, he works with the school districts in Riverside County as they implement programs such as online and blended learning, personalized learning, and California State Standards and assessments.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 26, 2018

Students work on their own computers sometimes; however, there are many times (like the Avengers Photoshop example) where I want students interacting with and manipulating digital objects as they discuss and work together. When we were ready to discuss, I would click on one example to make it large and send it to student screens.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 20, 2023

This app is perfect for those who are looking for a more dynamic and engaging way to approach math learning with their kids. Prodigy Math: Kids Game Prodigy Math is ideal for elementary and middle school students, blending curriculum-aligned math content with captivating, role-playing game (RPG) elements.

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MindShift

AUGUST 13, 2015

The designers behind Quest to Learn believe that student engagement is so significantly enhanced by narrative role-play, analog games and digital games that every subject — from health to math — begins or ends with a game. And designing good games is no easy task. Linear equations flashed on a laptop screen.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 22, 2018

A fourth-grade student at Mendez Elementary in San Marcos, Texas, held an iPad out in front of her. Many educators find that gamifying learning keeps students engaged. On the screen, she saw her classroom just as though she were using the camera, but with one startling difference: There was a zombie floating in front of her.

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Brainscape

MAY 5, 2022

Other features include character-writing practice (the app boasts a handwriting recognition system); speaking practice by listening to native speakers in slow motion and then recording yourself; and audio- and video-based quizzes. What DuoLingo does is essentially transform language learning into a simple, addictive game.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 1, 2014

Learn about proven activities and program examples and get resources for immediate implementation in your classroom or program. He will discuss research and industry initiatives intended to drive engaging instruction and authentic assessment through game-based learning.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 7, 2017

So, for example, on a computer screen you can put objects in different places. Here are five examples of simple breakouts, but you can find many more by downloading the Metaverse app and browsing them. So, for example, you could take the QR code from different experiences and put them around your school or location.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 10, 2014

ACTFL is an individual membership organization of more than 12,000 language educators and administrators from elementary through graduate education, as well as government and industry. Curriculum is available online and for iBooks, with interactive activities, videos, and assessments. Learn more and register here.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Now that the most urgent phase of the crisis is past, learning technology leaders can assess how to implement technology that both prepares them for the next emergency and better supports students’ everyday learning needs. — Nicollette LeTellier, STEM Specialist for K-5, Swift Water Elementary School.

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