The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 3, 2021

To better relate, we have to understand where students are emotionally so that we can connect with them , get them any extra help they might need, and move them forward. Recently, I had to educate myself on the current trends in helping students who are anxious, depressed, worried, or just need guidance about the future.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

Research around the pedagogy of effective blended learning will help you understand how to effectively combine your physical classroom and your online classroom. Blended Learning Classrooms are made of “bricks’ and “clicks” and every teacher should be ready. Learn How 2.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 27, 2019

Ask about the learning sciences research used to design and build edtech products. Johnetta MacCalla, CEO of Zyrobotics, says, “We wish educators asked about the process we use to create our products. Our products are based on proven educational research methods and validated approaches for engaging diverse learners.”.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

We asked edtech executives, stakeholders, and experts to share some of their thoughts and predictions about where they think edtech is headed in 2024. Organizations and institutions spring into action, including gathering information about the scope of the problem and implementing emergency solutions. Today, over 2.9

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edWeb.net

MAY 30, 2019

We, as edtech leaders and classroom teachers, must explore pathways where assessments support teaching and learning in the 21st century. Authentic assessments are always about the connections we make with students, each other, and the broader community as indicated in a Gallup poll. But What About Technology?

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 9, 2019

Let’s look at these Pillars and ways that we can lead in the now: Student engagement, learning, and outcomes : We cannot expect to see increases in achievement if students are not learning. Students who are not engaged are not likely to be learning. Engagement is not a silver bullet, though.

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eSchool News

MARCH 25, 2024

School leaders continue to face big unknowns including a lack of funding, a student mental health crisis, chronic absenteeism and a lack of student engagement. Instead, effective principal coaches understand the importance of showing principals how to encourage teacher ownership of change.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

State requirements are starting to address this by requiring online virtual meetings between teacher and student. After a weekly one-hour session, students feel closer to classmates and often add them to their ongoing PLN (Professional Learning Network). Think about it: Why does it matter? Simplify Tech Skills.

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Hapara

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] While edtech tools are in most classrooms, not every educator understands how to use technology in meaningful ways. Student engagement was the main driver to teaching the learning outcomes, and Heather helped educators do this with technology.

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Hapara

JUNE 17, 2022

para to think about how we can operationalize that aspiration now and into the future. One of the most inspiring ways to do this is using project based learning (PBL). PBL is a teaching methodology that engages students using a sustained inquiry-based approach. Providing real-time insights into student progress .

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eSchool News

APRIL 21, 2022

Going to the Moon with NASA Hear Erica Alvarez, NASA Systems Engineering & Integration Manager for Advanced Exploration Systems, share fun facts about the Artemis mission, explain why it’s important, and discuss how studying the moon helps us better understand and protect our Earth. Twitter and? Linke d In.? .

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edWeb.net

JULY 19, 2022

From developing lesson plans, to performing administrative functions, to implementing creative strategies to spark student engagement and collaboration, today’s classroom teacher juggles more responsibility than ever and does so in less time than ever. Supporting Student-Centered Instruction. He says “it creates a bridge.”.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Key points: Flexibility can help teachers adapt to unforeseen circumstances Keep in mind that there are always opportunities in the classroom See related article: 5 strategies to ignite student engagement For more news on teaching trends, see eSN’s Innovative Teaching page “In improv there are no mistakes, only beautiful happy accidents.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Discovery Education is the global leader in standards-aligned digital curriculum resources, engaging content, and professional learning for K-12 classrooms. Virginia Discovery Education Science Experience is aligned to Virginia’s 2018 Standards of Learning. Discovery Education Professional Learning.

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eSchool News

JULY 28, 2022

These improvements make it easier for educators to find, build, and deliver compelling lessons that capture students’ attention and drive deeper student engagement no matter the subject.? . Among the latest enhancements made to the Discovery Education K-12 learning platform for back-to-school are: . Twitter and?

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edWeb.net

JULY 6, 2020

The announcement was made today by Lisa Schmucki, Founder and CEO of edWeb.net, a free professional learning social network, and Alex Urrea, Founder and Managing Partner of Eduscape, the emerging leader for K-16 educator professional development in North America.

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edWeb.net

JULY 31, 2023

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast Typical conversations about education reform revolve around things like how we teach (education policy) or what we teach (the curriculum). Then, create activities for the students that allow them to dig deeper into these questions. What do they know? What do they want to know?

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 27, 2016

Here is an excerpt: " Schools have yet to take advantage of the potential of technology in the classroom to tackle the digital divide and give every student the skills they need in today’s connected world, according to the first OECD PISA assessment of digital skills. Technology will never solve all the ills of education!

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

They include features specifically designed to help teachers seamlessly shift between in-person and remote learning, easily identify both learning gaps and the critical content from the previous grade to close them, as well as increase student engagement with immersive activities and simplified access to their digital content.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 4, 2021

Train for transformation with professional learning focused on cultural competency and implicit bias. Provide mental health and behavioral support for students and teachers. Adopt mediation as a restorative practice with specific language on how to use it. Engage those closest to the data in the conversations.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 3, 2024

Collaboration transcends classroom boundaries, involving a myriad of stakeholders – colleagues, students, parents, and the broader educational community. This highlights the essential role of teacher collaboration in school reform efforts, with restructured schools reporting marked improvements in student performance.

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Edsurge

JULY 29, 2019

In the end, we came up with four goals that, if implemented, would turn the district around: increase student achievement; recruit and retain highly effective teachers and leaders; develop a collaborative partnership between the school district and the community; create a positive and trusting culture and climate. And we went for it.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 30, 2018

But last year, changes in Ryan’s classroom gave Ryan a different way to participate in learning. And that change has allowed Ryan’s learning and, more importantly, his mindset about learning, to thrive. Participating in even one or two PLI professional learning courses has an impact on learning outcomes.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

After spending more than 25 years in edtech, I know how crucial it is for educators to understand how to leverage technology to support SEL in practical, meaningful ways. Professional learning that’s rooted in SEL can help by giving staff tools to manage stress, build trust, and increase resilience.

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Shake Up Learning

JULY 5, 2022

Every day more schools and districts are switching to Lumio – it’s truly a flexible, time-saving tool that makes it easy to turn your PDFs, Google Slides, PowerPoint, and Notebook files into engaging lessons with interactive activities, games, group workspaces, and formative assessment ALL built right in.

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Reading By Example

MAY 3, 2016

Just as we work harder for those teachers that care about and believe in us, learners will take more risks when the culture promotes it. Promoting risk-taking is beyond a leader simply stating “Try it out” to a teacher curious about exploring a new approach to teaching and learning. Routman, p.

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Reading By Example

MAY 3, 2016

Just as we work harder for those teachers that care about and believe in us, learners will take more risks when the culture promotes it. Promoting risk-taking is beyond a leader simply stating “Try it out” to a teacher curious about exploring a new approach to teaching and learning. Routman, p.

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Digital Promise

JUNE 15, 2016

Job Embedded Professional Development. Professional Learning Communities. Leadership is second only to teaching among school-related factors that can improve student achievement, and it tends to show greatest impact in traditionally underserved schools ( Leithwood, Seashore Louis, Anderson, and Wahlstrom, 2004 ).

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edWeb.net

JULY 23, 2021

In a recent edWebinar , hosted by AASA, The School Superintendents Association and AASA’s Leadership Network , the presenters discussed the findings of the AASA Learning 2025 National Commission and the need to get more students engaged in their own educational experience. About the Presenters. Bill Daggett, Ed.D.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

While teaching students about social skills and emotions has become widespread and proven especially helpful during the pandemic, less attention has been paid to the ability to adjust emotions, thoughts, and actions in response to changing environments and challenging times, which is known as “executive function.”. By Robert Low.

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Reading By Example

MAY 2, 2016

In my previous post , I highlighted an article from Education Week about students being able to pursue their questions and interests in school. She believes that if students do not have a voice and choice in their learning, then all of the focus on the core academics will not amount to much. Infuse optimism.

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Reading By Example

MAY 2, 2016

In my previous post , I highlighted an article from Education Week about students being able to pursue their questions and interests in school. She believes that if students do not have a voice and choice in their learning, then all of the focus on the core academics will not amount to much. Infuse optimism.

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N2Y

MAY 8, 2020

The following are suggestions for how to stay connected, be productive and continue to grow as a paraprofessional while working remotely. What better time to spring clean, purge old materials and reorganize the learning space? Explore professional learning opportunities. Support the lead teacher.

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Edthena

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

A version of this post about teacher collaboration originally appeared in the February 2023 edition of Language Magazine. There are many adages about teaching being a team effort. What’s happening for students in one classroom is interconnected with what’s happening for students in other classrooms.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Throughout the pandemic, we were all part of a live virtual experiment on how to make it work, said Dr. Julie Evans, CEO of Project Tomorrow. Focusing on student engagement, student empowerment, and equity in education, they shared key lessons educators learned during the lockdown. Student Engagement.

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eSchool News

MARCH 15, 2016

Some may see it as a challenge, but are reasonably happy to learn and adapt. The Early Majority and Late Majority may initially be concerned about some aspects of the change but eventually become comfortable and evolve with the school. So what kinds of skills and attitudes should now be assessed? A blank radar graph.

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Edsurge

JULY 23, 2018

Therefore, Marlboro set out to provide a roadmap for educators to understand how each element of their vision works in practice. To do this they created charts, such as these for STMath and IXL to help educators know how to use the programs as well as resources to help educator interpret data.

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