The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 14, 2017

Karen Voglesang on episode 209 [A special encore episode] of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Today Karen Voglesang @NBCTchr teaches children to use thinking routines in her classroom. How to Teach Thinking Routines in the Classroom. Listen Now.

Classroom 557

Classroom Elementary Examples Company 557

The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Research-Based Strategies for Distance Learning with Dr. Matthew Rhoads Dr. Matthew Rhoads is teaching at a distance and coaching other teachers to improve their teaching as well. Dr. Rhoads is also an educational consultant with Discovery Source.

Strategy 390

Strategy UDL Secondary Differentiated Instruction 390

Neo LMS

MAY 19, 2020

Education is a constantly evolving sphere, but the introduction and integration of technology have changed it forever. And with digital natives such as Gen Zers moving into the higher education sphere, the need for new learning methods such as interactivity is pushing technology to the forefront of education and its leadership.

Technology 345

Technology Education EdTech Secondary 345

The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 3, 2019

Starr Sackstein on Episode 564 From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Starr Sackstein reflects on when she knew it was time to leave the classroom. In 2012, Sackstein tackled National Board Certification in an effort to reflect on her practice and grow as an educational English facilitator.

Classroom 205

Classroom BYOD Secondary Twitter 205

The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 28, 2021

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. In today’s episode, Ross McGill, shares his powerful 5 minute lesson plan format that the UK Department of Education has listed as a best practice for teacher effectiveness and time savings. Engage 2021 is a must-attend online event for educators.

Secondary 410

Secondary Twitter Company Conference 410

Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 3, 2024

At this point in the school year, you have had time to establish classroom routines, nurture your relationships with students, and design and facilitate entire units of study. I like to remind students that all of us are learning in the classroom. It’s the perfect time to ask your students for feedback.

Strategy 445

Strategy Secondary Examples Meeting 445

Neo LMS

JUNE 30, 2020

The promise of education in the 21st century is for no child to be left behind. In particular, resources for teaching online can and should be deployed to make sure that education materials reach every child, especially those that would not otherwise be included in mainstream classrooms.

Education 250

Education Examples Secondary Laptops 250

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 10, 2021

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. In 2011, the Dow Jones News Fund honored Sackstein as a Special Recognition Adviser and 2012 Education Updated recognized her as an outstanding educator. Assessment is part of what teachers have to do in school.

Assessment 410

Assessment How To BYOD Twitter 410

Ditch That Textbook

AUGUST 9, 2020

This post is written by Mike Mohammad, a secondary science teacher in Brookfield, Wisconsin. You can follow him on Twitter @mo_physics and check out his blog mophysicsmoproblems.blogspot.com. The Flipgrid Shorts Camera is packed with possibilities. Check out some of the new features and get started creating!

Secondary 357

Secondary Twitter Video Classroom 357

The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 27, 2021

Jal Mehta from the Harvard School of Education Shares How From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Pear Fair is happening Wednesday, July 28th and I’ll be presenting 8 Ways to Engage Every Learner along with many other fantastic educators. Sponsor: Pear Deck.

How To 416

How To Learning Secondary Company 416

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

AUGUST 22, 2023

Science posters for classroom is the topic of our blog post today! Science education is more than just textbooks and lectures; it’s about igniting curiosity, fostering a love for exploration, and building a deep understanding of the world around us. Research supports the effectiveness of visual aids in education.

Classroom 98

Classroom Elementary STEM Secondary 98

Dangerously Irrelevant

JANUARY 5, 2022

students’ leadership capacity through The Leader in Me framework; competency-based education and student progressions; deeper learning modalities in their schools, classrooms, and external partnerships; and. career and technical education through their upcoming, multi-school district, regional innovation hub, LIFT.

Secondary 297

Secondary Elementary STEM Meeting 297

The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 31, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. With these big picture stats and stories coming from the classroom, teachers need advice on helping students develop reading stamina. Is reading stamina a need in today's classroom? Have a great classroom library. in Your Classroom Now.

Khan Academy 384

Khan Academy Secondary Conference Twitter 384

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 28, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Today is a recap of #ISTE19 from 4-time attendee Matt Miller and first-time attendees Angie Ridgeway and Nate Ridgeway. He writes at the Ditch That Textbook blog about using technology and creative ideas in teaching. Awards nominee. She holds an M.Ed.

Differentiated Instruction 280

Differentiated Instruction Secondary Twitter Company 280

Digital Promise

JULY 15, 2021

For more than 30 years, California’s Outreach and Technical Assistance Network ( OTAN ) has been at the forefront of meeting the technology needs of adult education providers, including English as a Second Language (ESL), Adult Basic Education (ABE), Adult Secondary Education (ASE), and Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs.

Education 240

Education Pearson Blackboard Secondary 240

The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 1, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Urkund is a plagiarism prevention tool with many benefits for teachers in helping students create original work. In this blog post, I’ll share my review of this product from a company founded in 2000 and will talk about its benefits and features.

Secondary 290

Secondary Moodle LMS Blackboard 290

The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 19, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Welcome to a treasure from my ISTE 2023 vault. This is a podcast for all education trailblazers seeking the cutting edge of professional growth. That is what you get with Modern Classrooms so go to coolcatteacher.com/modern today and sign up.

Training 330

Training Lenovo Course Kaplan 330

The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Math teacher Jon Orr shares tips for parents From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Parents can encourage math success just like reading success. Jon Orr – bio as submitted Jon is a math teacher at John McGregor Secondary School in the Lambton-Kent District School Board in Ontario Canada.

Secondary 316

Secondary Facebook Twitter Google 316

Hapara

JANUARY 14, 2022

Integrating technology into instruction and learning is a way of life for educators today. But it can be a struggle to understand how to use classroom technology in meaningful ways. Luckily there are edtech experts who are sharing strategies and tools through blog posts, social media, books, courses and podcasts.

EdTech 301

EdTech Digital Citizenship Facebook Social Media 301

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 19, 2019

Luckily, Ask a Tech Teacher contributor, Andrew Carroll, former High School teacher, has a great analysis of the problem and discussion of solutions below: How to control smartphone usage in classroom? In a classroom, on average, children check on their phones 11 times a day. Shoulders slouched and eyes down—you guessed it right!

Smartphone 216

Smartphone Classroom Digital Citizenship Laptops 216

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 7, 2019

Mandy Froehlich of episode 455 of the 10-Minute Teacher Mandy Froehlich gives teachers advice on how to achieve a balance between their classroom and personal life. Blog: www.mandyfroehlich.com Twitter: @froehlichm. It is difficult but these ideas can help.

Secondary 295

Secondary Twitter Technology Classroom 295

Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Use the Frayer Model in secondary language classes to gain a multi-layered appreciation of the word being discussed by writing everything in the second language. Update this exercise by distributing the template as a PDF through your school LMS, Google Classroom, or MS Classroom (or OneNote’s Classroom add-on).

Digital Citizenship 324

Digital Citizenship LMS Examples Study 324

Digital Promise

APRIL 25, 2023

This three-part blog series, featuring guest authors from The Learning Accelerator and MA DESE OET , highlights the importance of centering equity in edtech selection. In this first post, the authors outline how they centered equity as they developed an edtech selection, implementation, and evaluation guide for school systems leaders.

EdTech 301

EdTech Secondary System Meeting 301

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 12, 2022

While already aware of the effects smartphones had on students’ attention, I tried to keep a balanced approach to using technology in my classroom. So, I took it upon myself to implement it in my classroom with some success selecting certain days during the instructional week to limit screen access.

Blended Learning 342

Blended Learning Social Media BYOD LMS 342

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 23, 2018

Episode 344 with Jody Green and Dr. Tim Green From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. We discuss what going to the next level in the classroom and in online learning means both at the secondary and college level. Today’s Sponsor: Advancement Courses. Get a discount off your PD.

Classroom 153

Classroom Personal Learning Network Elementary Course 153

The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 12, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter My students are writing a collaborative writing document following the principles I share in my book Reinventing Writing. Tips for creating effective educational prompts. AI can help but feedback from peers who are also in the classroom is helpful.

How To 338

How To Secondary Assessment Meeting 338

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 3, 2018

Santha Walters on episode 282 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Santha Walters uses drones in her English classroom to teach writing, collaboration and more. Drones in the English Classroom. Free Webinar! Register at coolcatteacher.com/digital today.

Classroom 203

Classroom Secondary Course Company 203

Edsurge

JANUARY 15, 2020

The chime she rang to remind students to take a calm breath before focusing their attention signaled that this breathing practice had become embedded into classroom culture. Traveling between classrooms and across grade levels gives me insight into how teachers are changing their practices. She wasn’t the only one.

Meeting 211

Meeting Education Elementary Secondary 211

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 29, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter We took our school from a physical school on a Friday to a distance learning campus by Monday. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Morningside College and a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from the University of South Dakota.

Online Learning 446

Online Learning Learning Elementary Course 446

The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Tired teachers need strategies to stay refreshed and feel good. For over 30 years, Advancement Courses has been a leader in professional development, providing expertly-crafted, classroom-applicable courses to thousands of teachers across the country.

Secondary 293

Secondary Company Course Twitter 293

The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 8, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Substitute teachers, like teachers, are heroes. Learning moves forward in my classroom and students get so much done. Even when I am sick, my classroom can still learn and be a healthy place for progress. But when I'm sick, I'm sick!

How To 336

How To Microsoft Elementary Assessment 336

The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 7, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Tired teachers need strategies to stay refreshed and feel good. The post 5 Ways to Step Back from Teacher Burnout appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day.

Secondary 291

Secondary Company Twitter Strategy 291

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 15, 2021

Tuesday, April 20 at 7 pm ET join us for the free webinar From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. It is time to move forward in education. 10 Ways to Move Forward: Learning Gaps, SEL, and Practical Tips to Take Your Classroom Further Post-Pandemic. Outline of the 10 Ways to Move Forward.

Learning 317

Learning Course Elementary Secondary 317

Hapara

JUNE 17, 2022

This year’s ISTELive 22 conference theme is “Empowering Educators. Let’s take a look at how this teaching methodology can empower educators and elevate equity. . Many educators are also inspired as they learn through the projects they facilitate and by witnessing increased student engagement that has visible results.

Hapara 130

Hapara Education Learning Outcomes 130

Digital Promise

MAY 9, 2023

This three-part blog series, featuring guest authors from The Learning Accelerator and MA DESE OET , highlights the importance of centering equity in edtech selection. However, according to the Edtech Genome Project , 85 percent of edtech spending may be wasted on tools that are either a poor fit or not implemented properly [in classrooms].

EdTech 284

EdTech Survey Data Secondary 284

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 21, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. We all need classroom management tips and first-day back stations are one of those you can use any time of the year. Many of us like our classrooms to be student-centered and not as much lecture-based. Advancement Courses Tournament of Teachers.

Secondary 322

Secondary Classroom Course Twitter 322

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 26, 2017

A conversation with Starr Sackstein on episode 85 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Today, Starr Sackstein @mssackstein shares 5 feedback strategies to supercharge your writing instruction and classroom culture. Blog: [link]. Listen Now.

Strategy 202

Strategy Classroom Assessment BYOD 202