Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 19, 2018

Study.com is an online distance learning portal that provides over 70,000 lessons in fifteen subjects (including algebra, calculus, chemistry, macro- and microeconomics, and physics) aligned with many popular textbooks. Resources include not only videos but study tools, guides, and more. What is differentiation?

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 3, 2019

In an effort to personalize learning more and more educators are turning to blended learning strategies. When it comes to personalized learning , the “personal” should be emphasized. Putting all kids in front of a device and having them engaged in an adaptive learning tool all at the same time is not personalized.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

2) Video - Personalizing Learning at Oregon High School Learn how Oregon High School in Oregon, Wisconsin uses technology to personalize the learning experience. Source: Edmentum ; full size video here. 6) Webinar—Blended Learning: Which Model Works For You? Source: Edmentum ; full size video here.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

But it stands to reason that we must help students know how to effectively use these tools so they do not hinder and that they help But do they know how to use technology effectively? With over 20 years of experience, she advocates starting with pedagogy first and then transforming learning experience by using technology tools.

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eSchool News

JULY 4, 2018

With many schools now practicing blended learning, it can be helpful for educators interested in blended-learning programs to know which edtech tools are being used. For over five years, we at the Christensen Institute have been collecting data on blended-learning schools from around the world.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 30, 2023

Blended learning seamlessly weaves together online and in-person learning experiences to boost student engagement and meet the unique needs of a diverse class by providing flexible pathways through learning experiences. This positively impacts their motivation to engage with tasks.

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Hapara

MAY 20, 2022

Deeper learning engages learners in diverse ways and can consist of many modalities, including inquiry-based lessons, blended learning techniques, student choice, personalized learning and collaborative activities. Effectively incorporating technology tools such as Google G Suite, H?para

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iLearn Technology

APRIL 13, 2015

One of the major benefits of using technology in the classroom is the ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of every student in every lesson. Just as every student grows and develops at different rates, they learn in different ways and at different speeds. link] Spreadsheet and data collection tools.

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Technology Tidbits

MARCH 11, 2020

With the rapid spread of the virus forcing more and more schools around the United States and the world to close, many teachers are now having to rely solely on technology to deliver instruction (preferably effective) to their remote students. Explania - A great site for finding educational and instructional animated videos.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 25, 2022

Savvas Realize , recognized as one of the most innovative learning management systems (LMS) in the industry and the winner of seven edtech awards, has now been made even easier to use with intuitive navigation for both teachers and students and time-saving tools for teachers to make the most of their teaching day.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 14, 2015

July 16-20, 2015 (Live and Video Recordings Available). I will present Differentiating Instruction with Technology , at 9:30 am EDT Friday. 9:30 am – 10:30 am Vicki Davis – Differentiating Instruction with Technology. How to Differentiate and Reach Every Learner. Friday, July 17, 2015.

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Shake Up Learning

AUGUST 3, 2021

Carol Ann Tomlinson, a guru in differentiation, defines this component for us: “…at its core, differentiated instruction means addressing ways in which students vary as learners.” Optimize access to tools and assistive technology. . That packs a powerful punch to student learning! . Everyone is different.

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Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

This blog post is part of a series that highlight different stakeholders' perspectives on purchasing practices for K-12 personalized learning tools. We’re providing flexible, learner-centered, blended learning environments, including access to inter­active curriculum for teachers, students, and parents.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

JANUARY 20, 2016

Part 1: Tech Resources and Tools for Differentiated Learning … Reading. I was recently asked to provide a workshop that supported Differentiated Learning through the use of educational technology in the Project Based learning Classroom (PBL). Look for contact information at the Booking Site.

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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. The questions a user creates can include images, video, text, etc and is done through a very user friendly drag-n-drop interface. For my Pinterest board on Game Based Learning click here. The educator then asks qu estions (i.e.

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Shake Up Learning

MAY 31, 2022

In this episode, Kasey chats with Dr. Monica Alicea, a Technology Training and Integration Specialist, about strategies and tools to engage students. Monica loves getting students connected on a global scale and loves to use digital tools like Lumio to create interactive lessons to engage her students. Lumio for Teachers.

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Technology Tidbits

MAY 6, 2016

learning tool that educators everywhere are using in a wide variety of ways. This is a simple to use site/app w/ educational portal that allows educators to "flip" their classroom, differentiate instruction, blend learning, and much much more. Below is a brief demo video of Buncee for Education.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

FEBRUARY 28, 2016

Part 5: 12 Tech Ideas and Tools for Differentiated Learning … Online Discussions. I do really hope you enjoyed the past four posts involving Differentiated Instruction. In this post, I wish to take a look at how the use of discussion forums can help differentiate the learning in the classroom.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Part 4: Tech Resources and Tools for Differentiated Learning … Writing Engagement. I do really hope you enjoyed the past three posts involving differentiated instructional tools for reading and writing using technology. Discover even more DI tools for reading and writing in these past posts.

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Technology Tidbits

APRIL 27, 2017

learning tool that educators everywhere are using in a wide variety of ways. This is a simple to use site/app w/ educational portal that allows educators to "flip" their classroom, differentiate instruction, blend learning, and much much more. Below is a brief demo video of Buncee for Education.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Part II: Transitioning from Whole Group to Small Group to Achieve Equity in Education The first blog in this series, “ Time Efficiency vs. Equity in Education ,” explored two major barriers teachers face when shifting from whole group, teacher-led, teacher-paced model to student-centered blended learning models.

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Technology Tidbits

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Again, this years list sees a lot of tools for STEM that focuses on programming/coding. As w/ any of my previous annual top lists, all tools listed in previous posts will not be eligible for this years'. TypeTastic - The best site around for student's K-12 (w/ educational portal) learning how to type/keyboard.

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Baker's B.Y.O.D.

AUGUST 15, 2013

Megan is the guest moderator on the Canadian Ed Chat (#cdnedchat) on Twitter who enjoys expanding her PLN and learning about new tech tools to improve her teaching and class experience. On Tuesday, I participated in a virtual conference - a professional learning opportunity - called #Edmodocon.

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Shake Up Learning

AUGUST 31, 2018

Google Resources from Shake Up Learning. Shake Up Learning’s Google Classroom YouTube Playlist. Differentiating Instruction with Google Classroom. Google Edu in 90 (YouTube Video Series). Consider this your video guide to Google Classroom! Click here to learn more and to ENROLL TODAY!

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Graphite Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2015

Over the course of a year, we at Graphite look at a dizzying number of edtech tools. In terms of access, Web-based tools tend to do the most for the widest number of students and teachers. Here's our list of 2015's most wow-worthy websites and web-based edtech tools: A.D.A.M. Interactive Anatomy Online.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2016

How do you know that a student hasn’t just logged onto their computer and wandered off to play video games? How do you know learning is happening? Online learning offers educators access to a wealth of learning data to guide their teaching and assessment of student performance. Where is the accountability?

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eSchool News

APRIL 6, 2020

With many schools now practicing blended learning, it can be helpful for educators interested in blended-learning programs to know which edtech tools are being used. For over five years, we at the Christensen Institute have been collecting data on blended-learning schools from around the world.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 17, 2023

We can read an article, watch a video, listen to a podcast, view an infographic, or interact with a website to learn. For too long, the perception has been that the more technology enters our classrooms, the more automated and impersonal the learning experience becomes. At its core, technology is a powerful, transformative tool.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 8, 2020

(Remember to use COOL20 to save 20%) 3 Things to Learn Over the Summer to Be Better at Distance or Blended Learning with Class Tech Tips Monica Burns 7 Ways to Pick PD that Fits Your Personal Plan this Summer with Danielle Strohmeyer.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

JANUARY 9, 2016

Formative – Not all feedback tools are the same. This is a tool that can be part feedback, part game, and part group brainstorming. This ability provides one more way to differentiate learning. This is a great formative tool to check understanding and decide the next move for needed instruction.

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Shake Up Learning

JUNE 4, 2019

We talk all about project based learning and innovative ways to teach using technology, some of the amazing projects her students have worked on, and our shared passion for teaching. Project Based Learning Tips from Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher #ShakeUpLearning. 14:18] Technology can be used for learning, assessment, and feedback. [15:41]

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

JUNE 23, 2016

Making Learning Happen…New York PBL – Join me in Syracuse, New York in August for some exciting PBL workshops. I plan on providing sessions that integrate PBL with STEM, Makers, Differentiated Instruction, Inquiry, Deeper Learning, and Technology Integration. Hope to see you there!

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EdTechSandyK

DECEMBER 18, 2009

So, as James Paul Gee says in his Edutopia video Grading with Games , schools have become "test-prep academies" where it is too risky to use digital tools like games and social networking to teach because they don''t have enough "skill and drill" focus which is what helps students pass standardized tests. What is the answer?

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TeachThought - Learn better.

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

BYOD is often seen as a way of solving budget concerns while increasing the authenticity of learning experiences , while critics point to the problems BYOD can cause for district IT, privacy concerns, and more. Blended Learning. Blended learning is a learning model that combines digital and face-to-face learning experiences.

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Technology Tidbits

MARCH 9, 2020

What is Blended Learning? It's a smorgasbord of teaching strategies that uses analog and digital technologies to teach and learn. 3] Proponents of blending learning cite the opportunity for data collection and customization of instruction and assessment as two major benefits of this approach. [4]

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Edsurge

JUNE 25, 2018

One of the first curricular tools I built to share—on the first day of school—was a public, student-friendly gradebook on Google Sheets. If students missed class or needed additional help, they could go to my website and access the day’s lesson as well as videos and digital exercises from YouTube and Khan Academy. Full size image here.

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techlearning

JUNE 21, 2018

Tech & Learning Rounds Up a Summary of New Tools for Schools Software & Online ACHIEVE3000 & ICIVIC ( www.achieve3000.com Tech & Learning Rounds Up a Summary of New Tools for Schools Software & Online ACHIEVE3000 & ICIVIC ( www.achieve3000.com civics and government topics.

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