The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 14, 2021

This year’s is a fun “Remember When” edition which will feature 32 scenarios that we educators miss and don’t miss about classroom life before 2020. Things like “taking students on field trips vs. hosting classroom parties” or “fire drills derailing your lesson vs. a broken air conditioner.”

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Edsurge

MAY 22, 2017

Webinars —covering topics such as using video in K-12 classrooms, game-based learning, and journaling. Videos —featuring blended learning, virtual high school and other success stories. At Missouri’s Chinn Elementary , students used D2L’s Video Note tool to more fully engage in their research projects.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 12, 2018

To demonstrate the power of effective game-based science learning, look at the research. For example, Vanderbilt University has recently found how this approach leads to a more engaging science classroom. Popular Activities: NGSS Science Games for Grades 3-8. Select the Standard and Start Playing (and Learning!).

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 18, 2021

Not only does this format excites teachers about learning new tools, but also many of them now use this method with students. With this in mind, learn about this approach to teaching and how you can use it in your classroom. Learn about the “Choose Your Own Adventure” Teaching Method with Laurie Guyon.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 29, 2017

In my own classroom, I have my students run Hour of Code each December for the whole school – grades K5- sixth grade. Pairing her with an older girl in sixth grade at that time – one who wasn’t one who was really excited about turning in homework or engaging other classroom content – really worked well with this girl.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 19, 2021

Sixteen types of games, Google Classroom and LMS compatibility and auto-grading From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. This week, I began using Educaplay to make fun classroom learning games for my students. Tip #1: Dig into the Pre-made Games.

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Technology Tidbits

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Dystopia 2153 - An innovative new site that teaches programming/coding through the use of game based learning and graphic novels. Hippo Video - One of my favorite sites around for creating digital videos that can be used to "flip" a classroom or create explainer videos.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Metaverse is a powerful augmented reality (AR) programming app for classrooms. Metaverse has come a long way and is specifically focused on becoming an amazing AR app for classrooms with the new Collections feature. This blog post is sponsored by Metaverse.

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Fractus Learning

JANUARY 12, 2017

What is the ideal blended learning environment? I have had a lot of noneducators talk to me about technology in the classroom. Many ask me what the best device is for learning. Good teaching and sound student-directed learning is not, and should not be, device dependent. This is another frequently asked question.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 7, 2017

Several virtual reality options are available for classrooms. The biggest reason, I think, it’s the tool to go to, is the ability for it to be in the cloud and accessible to a large number of students and to bring an unparalleled educational experience to them that you can’t re-create in the classroom. They were like in space.

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Shake Up Learning

OCTOBER 4, 2022

After weighing the life of a laboratory researcher and the life of a physics educator, Shawn enjoyed the interactive classroom setting much better. Deciding to stay in the classroom meant furthering his education for certification. He measured how student interaction inside the classroom increased and raised morale. .

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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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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

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. Dennis Large is currently the director of educational technology for the Riverside County Office of Education.

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Tech Helpful

DECEMBER 29, 2016

One of the things shared was the list of "tried and true" technology usage by grade level at our elementary school. It helps with accountability, cutting down paper used in the classroom, and allows students to explain their thinking in multiple ways (video, audio, photo, drawings, blog, etc). She rocked it!

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TeachThought - Learn better.

MARCH 19, 2015

50 Of The Best Video Games For Learning in 2015. We’ve discussed the merits and utility of video games in the classroom before, so we won’t beleaguer the point. We’ve discussed before the logistics of how to teach with video games (especially for non-mobile games). by TeachThought Staff.

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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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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 25, 2017

This fun, visual tool lets students explore 150 different science and social studies units for elementary and middle school learners. And I say frequently to my sister, who has access to this in her classroom, “You are so lucky! I could still go back in the classroom. Kecia: (laughs) Yay, you’re validating me! Thanks, Vicki!

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MindShift

AUGUST 13, 2015

Read more about technology in the classroom. NEW YORK — One morning, just before classes at New York City’s Quest to Learn Middle School broke for lunch, Etai Kurtzman found himself transformed into a lemon tree. But this type of classroom, while unusual, makes perfect sense to Etai and his classmates. Etai agrees.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 29, 2018

Some folks with Google or getting familiar with Google Classroom or Google, they get a little bit nervous. Whether it is learning from home through online courses, professional development, conference workshops or as a keynote speaker Kasey is a relentless innovator of ideas and a devoted transformer of classrooms and teaching.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 20, 2018

Vicki: Today we’re talking with one of my favorite financial literacy gurus, Brian Page about five ways to bring financial literacy into the classroom. It’s a really fun way to introduce financial literacy quiz questions, like Quiz Bowl format, questions in classrooms, anywhere from elementary to high school students.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 29, 2019

This means that you pick something small and try it for fifteen minutes this week.

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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. See you at [link] Monday, October 6th at 4pm - Michael Levine on "Level Up Learning: Teaching with Games in the Classroom". Language Learning in a Flipped Classroom.

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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. Learn more and register here. Learn four important skills that will help you integrate edtech into your curriculum.

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