EdTech Magazine

APRIL 29, 2018

The 2018 Honor Roll: EdTech’s Must-Read K-12 IT Blogs. With powerful publication and distribution tools within reach, blogs remain one of the most potent ways to spread your ideas and thoughts. A Must-Read blog for us is one that offers interesting thoughts, unique ideas, useful information and remains regularly updated and active.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 18, 2012

After nearly a year of using Twitter from an educational perspective I had begun to find and read blogs on a daily basis around February 2010. As I became active on Twitter members of my Personal Learning Network (PLN) began to suggest that I start a blog. No one person or group has all of the answers.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 11, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In this episode, I had the pleasure of talking with Brian Page, a former Milken National Educator of the Year with 15 years of experience in the education field. We can help our children learn! MAD-Learn is an amazing collaborative app building tool.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 28, 2023

This is made easier because I received a good foundation in my school years in how to learn. Here’s how you can develop effective time management skills and turn it into a reliable habit: Prioritize tasks – Learn to prioritize the most important tasks based on urgency and importance.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

AI tutors, virtual assistants, and adaptive learning platforms are being adopted by schools, colleges, and universities around the world. Proponents argue AI can make education more personalized, engaging, and effective while reducing costs and workload for teachers. This promotes better student engagement and accelerated learning.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 23, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter As I was grading my student’s web pages today, one student’s goals struck me. In this post, I’ll share with you these resources, how I recommend that you use them, and some interesting pointers I’ve learned as I teach students financial literacy.

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

It was the first week of fifth grade and I was so ready to learn History. I had a fixed mindset. By now, the theory of Carol Dweck – growth vs. fixed mindset – has captured the interest of researchers and teachers around the world. Make learning a priority. What’s edtech got to do with growth mindset?

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 29, 2021

While there is a time and place for content to be disseminated through instruction, the key to accomplishing all that educators are tasked with is how the learning experience develops a student’s ability to think and do in relation to the current and future workforce. What is really needed for success in the world today?

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 24, 2022

There is also a comprehensive study guide making it an excellent resource for book studies or Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) as special bulk discount pricing is available. I regularly create supplemental material through this blog that weaves together additional research connections, practical examples, and deeper insight.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 1, 2015

This month’s top blog posts here on the Cool Cat Teacher blog are a reflection of all of you beautiful, wonderful teachers out there. Thank you so much to all of you who read my blog and share these posts with others. Top 10 Posts on the Cool Cat Teacher Blog – October 2015 Edition. I’m here to help.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 14, 2010

After nearly a year of using Twitter from an educational perspective I had begun to find and read blogs on a daily basis. As I became active on Twitter members of my PLN (Personal Learning Network) began to suggest that I start a blog. The most important factor that influenced me to begin a blog was my PLN.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

The Cool Cat Teacher Blog From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. January 2016 was an epic month here with a reach of over 200,000 views between this blog, my blogspot blog, and vickidavis.me. — MAD-learn (@MADLearn) February 1, 2016. Top Blog Posts of January 2016.

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Neo LMS

MAY 18, 2021

Mastery-based learning is a competency-oriented teaching method. Students should master learning content but also abilities such as adaptability, resilience, and agency. Indeed, the common denominator is putting the learner at the center of instruction in terms of the learning experience, the foundation and the outcome.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 10, 2022

Summer is a great time to reset your personal pedagogy to an education-friendly mindset and catch up on what’s been changing in the ed world while you were teaching eight ten hours a day. Summer has a reputation for being nonstop relaxation, never-ending play, and a time when students stay as far from “learning” as they can get.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 24, 2021

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. The time for financial literacy and real-world learning is now. I encourage teachers and administrators to check out Everfi and figure out the best fit for their curriculum needs when you are in an in-person or remote environment. Grade Level: 6-8.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter What is the Learning Pit metaphor? How can this illustration be used with students to help them learn? He also discusses the importance of drawing the Learning Pit correctly and how to teach it to students.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 5, 2024

The personal hotspot (maybe all wifi) and most maps programs burn through power. Life often interferes with work. Vacations, conferences, PD–all these take us away from our primary functions and the environment where we are most comfortable delivering our best work. As a result, students–and the sub–barely missed him.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Disappointment in our work lives can wreak havoc on our personal lives. We discuss the need to model a growth mindset for our students and what is needed to cultivate classrooms where we celebrate experimentation, risk-taking, and failing forward. What strategies did you use to combat the students’ reluctance to lean into the learning?

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Jen Burdis on episode 370 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. So, go to advancementcourses.com/coolcat to learn more and use the coupon code COOL20. The EduNinja Mindset 11 Habits for Building a Stronger Mind and Body. Donor’s Choose. Listen Now.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 2, 2020

For many schools, it has been nearly two months of remote learning. Many schools around the world are facilitating remote learning for the remainder of this academic year and possibly longer, and we can take this as an opportunity to try new ideas. Read more: What’s edtech got to do with growth mindset?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 23, 2023

What’s easy for one person may be challenging for another. What Student Assignments and Projects Are Considered Most Difficult: Myths and Truths Are you a student who has ever wondered which assignments and projects are the most challenging? We’ve all been there, faced with daunting tasks that seem insurmountable.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 9, 2020

Rae Hughart on episode 600 of the 10 Minute Teacher From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Settling in the land of complacency is no place for a truly remarkable teacher. Remark-ability begins in your ability to level up and learn a little more every day. Subscribe to the Show Get Credit!

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 20, 2023

Therefore, traditional schools should change their mindsets, adopt tech and adapt it for the classroom or risk getting left behind in the race to enhance students’ math learning experience. Engages students Interactive lessons can make learning math more exciting for students. How to use technology to learn math 1.

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Neo LMS

MAY 6, 2021

It did not require a board to project the questions, and students were able to collaborate and build their teamwork skills as they played the game and passed the time on the bus, learning! or another one of the game-based learning tools to engage students in a learning activity together and to be able to track their progress.

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Neo LMS

JANUARY 9, 2020

For an overwhelming majority of us, an entrepreneur is a famous business person who probably has a very compelling story: starting very early, such as Bill Gates, or late like Colonel Sanders. NFTE also guides young people in finding their entrepreneurial mindset and learning startup skills. The entrepreneurial mindset.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Online learning has become a prevalent part of the educational landscape. It enables learning to continue when distancing is a necessity. However, for students living with neurodivergent traits, e-learning can be problematic. Learning difficulties like dyslexia form part of this definition, too. Provide structure.

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Neo LMS

JULY 30, 2020

It’s an ambitious endeavor, with the long-term objective of achieving better learning outcomes and identifying more efficient teaching methods. Read more: Adopting the asynchronous mindset for better online learning. Read more: Exploring 4 types of Flipped Learning.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 25, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Today I’m writing a blog post about the E4Effort app. This system works to acknowledge and reinforce student effort during class learning activities and discussions. Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. All opinions are my own.

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

This unprecedented situation calls for a flexible hybrid learning approach to minimize further disruption and ensure that high-quality teaching and learning can continue. 3 Ways in which edtech enables hybrid learning. Theoretically, online education eases the job of teachers and enhances learning for students.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 28, 2022

Student autonomy in the classroom is essential for efficient learning. Students need to be able to learn at their own pace to better grasp and retain information Self-paced, personalized learning allows them to gradually accumulate knowledge and competencies according to their needs and level. .

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

Powerful Learning First, Technology Second From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Powerful learning first technology second. No personal development. Are there examples of where schools have put technology first learning second, and what does that look like when it happens?

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

As a teacher, I constantly hear about their desire to learn by doing, see how things develop, contribute to and witness the results of their work. Students use their voice and choice, developing 21st-century skills in an authentic learning environment. 7 Digital tools for project-based learning that any teacher can use.

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Neo LMS

APRIL 4, 2019

That is why having a more empathic mindset can make a real difference in someone’s life. Empathic vs. punitive mindset. But what exactly is an empathic mindset? Positive personal interaction supports high quality levels of engagement in learning and higher quality behaviour in valuing, sharing relationships.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Constructivism is a student-centered philosophy that emphasizes hands-on learning and active participation in lessons. Constructivists believe that learning is an active process so the most effective way to learn is through discovery. It is a mindset — a way of thinking used to guide learners. Learning is incremental.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

It means the class is sometimes in person and others online. This is known as synchronous or asynchronous learning. This is known as synchronous or asynchronous learning. One word of caution here is that you don’t adopt a passive learning style. Hyflex is short for “hybrid flexible.” In-class process.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 17, 2021

Covid-19 has given a boost to edtech and digital learning, and I believe this will last well beyond the pandemic. The shift to virtual learning environments has only brought to light what I’ve known for years as an edtech company founder: schools must adapt to digital learning to meet student needs. Hybrid learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 20, 2020

As we struggle with adapting our classes to remote learning, I know lots of teachers who are realizing that their normal approach isn’t suited for remote teaching. Growth Mindset. In a Growth Mindset, people believe ability can be developed through dedication and hard work. Project-based Learning (PBL).

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