Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 10, 2015

He explains his specific learning needs and calls on all educators to see life from his and millions of other students’ perspective. Unlike most, my learning needs are clearly labelled; when I arrive at a college event or meeting my specific needs are immediately understood. But do educators know how to support our requirements?

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N2Y

AUGUST 12, 2021

The Closing the Gap 2021 conference showcases the latest in assistive technology for special education, rehabilitation, and everyday living. 7 and 8 focusing on best practices for assistive technology implementation. Join the in‑depth pre‑conference workshops on Oct.

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edWeb.net

JULY 18, 2019

When we “flip” the learning, and have students present to educators in our edWebinars, it’s a great example of how much we can learn from our students. The dyslexia specialist states that presenting the assistive learning edWebinar was a valuable experience for Marley and Gavin. Dana sums it up beautifully.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

As we wave farewell to 2023 , we’re looking ahead to edtech trends in 2024 with optimism for education as a whole. Moving away from the pandemic, educators still grapple with learning loss and academic disparities and inequities. This begs the question: What’s next for education? What are the projections for edtech?

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

According to the National Assessment of Educational Progress, 80 percent of students with learning disabilities have dyslexia. Principals should make sure teachers get the training they need to use the assistive technology. “If Terrie Noland is the National Director, Educator Engagement for Learning Ally.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

Salesforce announced its fourth donation to Bay Area schools to fund computer science education Thursday morning. Barbara Lee, San Francisco Superintendent Richard Carranza and Oakland Superintendent Antwan Wilson attended the event with Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff. Salesforce’s donation this year of $8.5 million of the total amount.

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Shake Up Learning

AUGUST 3, 2021

Optimize access to tools and assistive technology. . Summer VACAY Bingo (Anderson One Instructional Technology Team). Pam also shares in a blog post how she has used choice boards to help teachers learn technology. It’s completely free, online, asynchronous, and designed for K-12 teachers and educational leaders.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

As we wave farewell to 2023 , we’re looking ahead to edtech trends in 2024 with optimism for education as a whole. Moving away from the pandemic, educators still grapple with learning loss and academic disparities and inequities. This begs the question: What’s next for education? What are the projections for edtech?

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 7, 2016

In 2016 edWeb.net hosted over 250 webinars that have been viewed by 170,000 educators. Topics spanned from early childhood education to building a positive school and classroom culture. From integrating technology into school libraries, to special education, to coding and robotics, there was something for everyone this year.

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NeverEndingSearch

JULY 5, 2018

Among the resources, you will find: Middle school library and technology staff working with local nonprofits to identify needs of local businesses and nonprofits and enabling young library users to fill those needs through applied coding projects. The club planned for one day each week became a three day a week event.

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Edsurge

JUNE 29, 2016

I had the opportunity to participate in it through Mouse Design League , a group of high school students from around NYC that come together to design assistive technology. Because this was my first year, I was pretty amazed by all the events planned. There were seven tables assigned to seven subjects: . Code is Everywhere.

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Adam Watson Edtech Elixirs

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

So make sure you check directly with Google (like using the link to the Google Education blog entry above) to verify pricing and other details. As these tools grew from Google Apps for Education to G Suite for Education, many wondered if our free ride would end. Hard to believe Docs and Drive started back in 2008.

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The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 7, 2023

In August 2020, she signed up for a new program designed to provide people working in school settings the chance to turn their job into an undergraduate degree in education, at a low cost. She’d finished her workday as a special education teacher’s aide around 3:30 p.m., She’s also a teacher-in-training.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 28, 2016

Terrie Noland, National Director, Educator Engagement & Initiatives at Learning Ally , was interviewed on Education Talk Radio for edWeb.net ‘s monthly show by program host Larry Jacobs along with Lisa Schmucki, edWeb founder. For the full interview on Education Talk Radio, visit Education Talk Radio.

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techlearning

MAY 15, 2018

District and school leaders talk about the need to bridge the gap between curriculum and educational technology, but often fall short of succeeding. The same is true when considering curriculum initiatives; technology is left out of the discussion. The tech department is often treated as a separate entity in schools.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 20, 2023

The transition from using toys, games, animal assisted therapy, art, music, movement, and parent-child attunement enhancing interventions to connecting through a digital screen seemed at times to be an impossible mission.

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The Mobile Native

NOVEMBER 7, 2011

Excited about mobile technology for learning and teaching? Want to connect with other educators and learn from their successes and challenges? If you''d like to get a feel for 2011''s conference, then read dozens of blog posts submitted during the event. It''s the second year of this terrific conference.

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ViewSonic Education

DECEMBER 4, 2022

The concept of digital signage in schools is becoming more necessary as educators and academic leaders grow increasingly aware of its numerous potential benefits. One of the key ways in which schools can improve on-campus communication is through organized use of digital signage technology. ViewSonic Education. Learn more >.

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edWeb.net

MAY 12, 2017

However, using visual scene displays instead, which give context to objects or events and are more realistic, can be a better way to teach certain children. “We The VIS uses technology to show visual symbols, maintain children’s attention, and provide compelling multimedia language instruction.

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Adam Watson Edtech Elixirs

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

You could also create narratives consisting of text, websites, and social media posts that chronicle a current event to share with students. As I mentioned above, I first discovered Wakelet last year at KySTE 2019 thanks to Stella Pollard , a wonderful educator and frequent presenter! Please share your educator story.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JANUARY 8, 2011

Below are this week''s public, free, and interactive Webinars through LearnCentral.org , the social learning network for education that I work on for Elluminate. Event recordings are posted and available after the events if you aren''t able to attend them live. hope you''ll stay to share your thoughts.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 20, 2023

The transition from using toys, games, animal assisted therapy, art, music, movement, and parent-child attunement enhancing interventions to connecting through a digital screen seemed at times to be an impossible mission.

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How To Mobility Tools Groups 52

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

Below are this week''s public, free, and interactive Webinars through LearnCentral.org , the social learning network for education that I work on for Elluminate. Event recordings are posted and available after the events if you aren''t able to attend them live. link] VIRTUAL HOLIDAY PARTY: GAMES, PUZZLES AND FUN!

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techlearning

JULY 27, 2018

ADVANCED & MEASURED PROGRESS ( www.advanc-ed.org ) & ( www.measuredprogress.org ) Measured Progress and AdvancED will join forces to form a unique and far-reaching nonprofit educational company focused on data-driven tools for school improvement. The merger will create a $120-million nonprofit organization with 500 employees.

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Edsurge

APRIL 2, 2020

With the rapid spread of COVID-19, educators across the country and around the world have been tasked with shifting to emergency remote teaching—a move from in-person to remote classes made necessary by pressing circumstances. Other programs provide a standalone workshop or course about education technology.

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Hapara

MARCH 17, 2022

This solution works on any device using a web browser, and each student can log in using their existing Google Workspace for Education account username and password. One of Mrs. Perkins’s learners uses assistive technology , a screen reader, to read and can also access the digital materials. It’s now 10 a.m.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 8, 2017

The agreement also calls for the university to perform an accessibility audit of its technology, hire or designate an official to coordinate access issues, and create a grievance process for “vision-related disability issues” for times when students feel an accommodation is not effective. But I can’t do that.”

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NeverEndingSearch

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Members of the Microsoft Education team shared how features designed to enhance communication and better meet the needs of every learner. Translator for Education. As an educator and a second language learner herself, Sara Beebe discussed the use of Translator for Education. Talking with your community.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The proliferation of educational apps and online resources has expanded learning beyond the confines of textbooks. K-12 technology innovation is not just about subject-specific content but also about developing digital literacy skills. What are the educational technology trends in 2024?

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