The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Hall Davidson shares both simple explanations of Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) in the classroom. They have a new classroom management tool called Collections. Today’s Sponsor: Metaverse is a powerful augmented reality app.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 30, 2018

Now, using 3DBear , I’m able to offer students a classroom where they can create and share. You can use it and learn. However, the true power is the teacher classroom portal. 3DBear’s classroom set includes digital items like bookcases, desks, tables, and more, which students can use to propose how they want the room to look.

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Technology Tidbits

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Blended Play is an excellent new site that I just found out about from Larry Ferlazzo's blog. Blended Play brings Game Based Learning to the classroom in a fun and easy way. All a teacher has to do is select the game (i.e. I highly recommend checking out Blended Play by clicking here !!!

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 3, 2018

Isabella Liu is a science teacher in Hong Kong who is using technology with her grade 6-12 classrooms. From augmented reality to game-based learning and online portfolios, she has a variety of ideas to share about how she amps up her science teaching with technology. Merge Cubes ( Merge Cube Mania in Middle School ).

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Shake Up Learning

JULY 23, 2019

The post Power Up Your Classroom with Game Play [interview with Cate Tolnai and Lindsay Blass] – SULS022 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this episode, I got to talk to Cate Tolnai and Lindsey Blass about their new book Power Up Your Classroom ! Join the Google Classroom Master Class. Click To Tweet.

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The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 16, 2016

The other two—Project Sampson, which combines mapping and geography skills with math content, and Algebots, which turns algebra into a puzzle game—were also played by students throughout the summer course. Sign up for our Blended Learning newsletter. Read more about Blended Learning. And that’s the point.”.

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 8, 2017

In an effort to keep up with the fast-paced world driven by technological advances, the education system is including more and more technology into classrooms all over the country. We already have online courses, learning management systems , online collaboration tools, apps for all sorts of classroom activities, and so on, and so forth.

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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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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Transform Your Classroom with Project-Based Learning and the Scientific Method We all know that hands-on exploration is the best way to engage students in the scientific method. 5 Ways to Integrate ResearchQuest into Your Classroom Now 1. And the best part? Research Quest sponsored this blog post. All opinions are my own.

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Edsurge

APRIL 18, 2022

Game-based learning is transforming how students learn Integrating game-based solutions into the learning experience through the use of tablets, laptops and virtual reality (VR) can increase engagement and result in positive learning outcomes.

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Shake Up Learning

AUGUST 20, 2018

The post 15 Collaborative Tools for Your Classroom That Are NOT Google appeared first on Shake Up Learning. It’s no secret that I love Google tools, but Google is not the only option for your classroom. There are hundreds of fantastic collaborative learning tools! Learn more about Skype. Click To Tweet.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 25, 2018

Flipping Awesome Physics with an Asynchronous Flipped Gameful Mastery Learning Classroom. Now, Jon, you have recently implemented an asynchronous, flipped, gameful, mastery learning classroom. That’s the basic idea of a flipped classroom. Asynchronous flipped gameful mastery learning.

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Shake Up Learning

OCTOBER 29, 2018

The post 20 Formative Assessment Tools for Your Classroom appeared first on Shake Up Learning. The Shake Up Learning community is always chatting and sharing digital tools and lesson ideas for the K12 classroom. In this post, you will find 20 Formative Assessment Tools for Your Classroom! in alphabetic order).

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Kitaboo on EdTech

JUNE 27, 2019

The tech-savvy millennial generation has literally grown up with technology and traditional classroom settings can no longer satisfy their curiosity for knowledge and information. Gamification: Let’s be honest – given a choice between playing a game or solving Math problems, students would definitely prefer playing a game.

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MIND Research Institute

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

How the learning experience includes not just the game, but the content and conversions surrounding the game. The need to empower teachers to implement the research and bring game-based learning into their classrooms. The Importance of Failure in Learning. Designing for Experiential Learning.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 16, 2023

In this post, I’ll share an overview of the ResearchQuest resources for teachers and five ways you can use these now in your classroom. Digital options for Google Classrooms and other LMS are available, too. This will allow for some fantastic classroom conversations. The Natural History Museum of Utah sponsored this post.

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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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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 16, 2017

How to use it in the classroom. Some examples of the most popular breakout edu games. Mari Venturino is a 7th-grade science and AVID teacher and Blended Learning Specialist at Mar Vista Academy in San Diego, CA. What it teaches. The challenges teachers have with it. I hope you enjoy this episode with Mari Venturino!

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Technology Tidbits

APRIL 11, 2019

Blended Play is an excellent new site that I just found out about from Larry Ferlazzo's blog. Blended Play brings Game Based Learning to the classroom in a fun and easy way. All a teacher has to do is select the game (i.e. I highly recommend checking out Blended Play by clicking here !!!

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eSchool News

MAY 6, 2016

Annual survey reveals digital resources such as game-based environments and online videos have experienced increased use in classrooms. Teachers’ use of game-based environments and online apps has doubled in the last six years, according to the annual Speak Up survey released on May 5.

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Technology Tidbits

OCTOBER 23, 2017

Blended Play is an excellent new site that I just found out about from Larry Ferlazzo's blog. Blended Play brings Game Based Learning to the classroom in a fun and easy way. All a teacher has to do is select the game (i.e. I highly recommend checking out Blended Play by clicking here !!!

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Why classrooms teachers are using Lumio for lessons and review. I'll share how I use Lumio for exam review. Simple exit tickets. Powerful manipulatives for phonics, math and more (Elementary and kindergarten teachers will love this). Library of pre-made lessons. Examples for all grade levels. Pedagogical tips that apply to any tool.

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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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Technology Tidbits

APRIL 11, 2014

Kahoot is a fantastic easy to use learning tool that can be used to Gamify a classroom. For my Pinterest board on Game Based Learning click here. For my Edshelf collection on Game Based Learning click here. blended learning differentiated instruction game based learning'

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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. Blog Posts —advice about ESSA, the buzz about VR, and how to teach with Snapchat.

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Technology Tidbits

JANUARY 18, 2017

Class Compete is a fantastic Game Base Learning and Assessment system that educators are using to help boost student's test scores and eliminate test anxiety. and follows the familiar "running/racing" game formula. For my Pinterest board on Game Based Learning click here. Below is a brief demo video.

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The Thinking Stick

NOVEMBER 4, 2014

Seeing that I’m fully invested in online professional development for educators through both COETAIL and Eduro Learning , I’m always on the look out for research on how to make online learning better. What is it that sets good online learning apart from the OK online learning systems?

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Technology Tidbits

MARCH 11, 2020

Answer Pad - Is a free visual and student based response system that educators use to blend learning and flip classrooms in real-time on browser based devices. DOGOnews - DOGOnews is an excellent site for creating Reading assignments for grades K-8 that can then be integrated into Google Classroom.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 4, 2019

It includes certificates of achievement, badges at the completion of units, and a classroom tracking poster to show how students are progressing. Classroom Suggestions. Classroom Suggestions. Here’s how to use it in your classroom: Cover one unit per week as a class, which will take about forty-five minutes.

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Technology Tidbits

MARCH 16, 2016

Class Compete is a fantastic Game Base Learning and Assessment system that educators are using to help boost student's test scores and eliminate test anxiety. and follows the familiar "running/racing" game formula. For my Pinterest board on Game Based Learning click here. Below is a brief demo video.

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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

MARCH 18, 2015

Class Compete is a fantastic Game Base Learning and Assessment system that educators are using to help boost student''s test scores and eliminate test anxiety. and follows the familiar "running/racing" game formula. For my Pinterest board on Game Based Learning click here. game based learning'

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

Game based keyboarding. My keyboarding classroom is completely game based using ClassCraft (thanks, Shawn Young ) and the kids run to class. You never know what will happen when you delve into turning your whole classroom into a game (and a class like keyboarding is an easy place to start.)

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Shake Up Learning

DECEMBER 10, 2019

The post Holiday Reading: 6 Books That Will Transform Your Classroom – SULS042 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. A great book will focus on pedagogy first and provide you with actionable tips and valuable resources that guide you in making real changes in your classroom and curriculum. Winter break is around the corner.

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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

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Motivating Teachers to Be Excellent in the K-2 Classroom. iPads to Differentiate Instruction in K-2 Classrooms. Gaming in Early Childhood Education in Australia. Listen Now. Listen to the show on iTunes or Stitcher. Stream by clicking here. Related Resources. Contact us about this show by emailing vicki@coolcatteacher.com.

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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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