Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

” I wrote a blog about the difference , but here is a quick comparison that might help. Learning a Language: Acquiring a new language involves mastering vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and cultural nuances. Language Practice: Engage students in conversation practice, pronunciation exercises, or grammar activities.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 21, 2021

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. As we prepare for school, learning the current best practices and edtech apps is a great way to get excited (and save time.) Go Guardian and Pear Deck sponsored this blog post. Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “sponsored blog post.”

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 6, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Readlee sponsored this blog post. Modeling reading is a best practice I recommend for teachers. 8 - Readlee can support Vocabulary Learning (in School License only). Vocabulary is best learned in context! Readlee sponsored this post.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 30, 2020

For teachers using StudySync in combination with Google Classroom, I’ve described three strategies that educators can use to capitalize on the activities in the StudySync First Read lesson plans to engage students in online discussions, collaborative research projects, and online vocabulary review. #1 If so, could that create bias?

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Neo LMS

MAY 6, 2021

There are multiple modes to play, whether as a live game, or for student-paced or homework practice. It promotes conversation between them, and it’s a great way to have students practice the content they are learning. Educandy offers eight options for creating activities to help students develop vocabulary skills and more.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

In these 169 tech-centric situations, you get an overview of pedagogy—the tech topics most important to your teaching—as well as practical strategies to address most classroom tech situations, how to scaffold these to learning, and where they provide the subtext to daily tech-infused education. class website or blog. social media.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Such assistance is not merely about enhancing grammar or vocabulary; it’s about elevating the student’s voice and ensuring their narrative stands out in a crowded field of applicants. Find out what tools are out there for students and how easy they are to get to. Copyright ©2024 worddreams.wordpress.com – All rights reserved.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 15, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. I can quickly add review materials, create quick practice problems and work, and give students a way to practice without me. Sponsored Blog Post This blog post is sponsored by Lumio. Student Participation and Practice All the Way.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Yes, attendees were exposed to a list of fun tools they might use, but they were not learning how to use those tools in service of strong pedagogical practices. Check out my other blog posts on AI, here. The post Using AI in Service of Strong Pedagogical Practice appeared first on Dr. Catlin Tucker.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In Part 1 of “ Why Every School Needs and AI Policy Right Now ,” I shared the empirical evidence about Artificial Intelligence and how it is impacting our world and schools. blog post to understand this.) Teachers Can Save Time.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 21, 2023

Our tutors design a curriculum that covers grammar, vocabulary, listening comprehension, reading, speaking, and writing. When you talk to your tutor, practice pronunciation, and interact with him, you’ll become more comfortable with the language.

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Pair-a-dimes for Your Thoughts

OCTOBER 6, 2019

In July, I decided to (re)start my daily blog, coined Daily-Ink. At the time of my original attempt, I was a regular reader of Stephen Downes OLDaily , and a fan of one of my student’s blog name Wandering Ink. So what prompted the rebirth of my daily blog? I wrote this on my Daily-ink: Why blog daily?

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

The flipped classroom was designed to invert the traditional approach to instruction and practice/application. auditory processing, attention deficit, lack of background knowledge or vocabulary, absences), teachers record video instruction and assign those videos for homework.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 9, 2017

Angela Peery on episode 94 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Dr. Kimberly Tyson @ tysonkimberly and Dr. Angela Peery @ drangelapeery share their advice for helping students learn blended vocabulary. Three components to help teach vocabulary.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 2, 2020

A few weeks ago, I published a blog titled “ 8 Ideas Designed to Engage Students In Active Learning Online.” ” I had several elementary teachers request that I work on a similar blog focused on younger learners. Below are ten strategies I hope will help elementary teachers to engage their young learners online. #1

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 30, 2023

Break the class into groups and have them practice acting out a scene. The early form of English employed by the bard features syntactical constructions and vocabulary that we do not use today. Take it from venerable actor Sir Ian McKellen. If possible, take them to a viewing of the play or show a film adaptation.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 16, 2021

Flashcards are a very useful tool when it comes to teaching online – especially for teaching English because they can help students memorize words and expand their vocabulary. You can use your puppets and soft toys to practice dialogues with your students, and plush animals can bring stories to life. Flashcards. Soft Toys and Puppets.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 2, 2021

Students who study music practice consistently, many times committing the musical piece to memory. Also, the music lyrics, or words, help with language development, stimulating the brain, exposing students to massive vocabulary in short periods. MUSIC EDUCATION & STUDENT LEARNING. The music pattern allows them to recall the words.

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Dangerously Irrelevant

JANUARY 3, 2023

expected learning outcomes, essential questions, enduring understandings, and essential vocabulary), Key Resources, and the always-important Action tab. Live blogging Oskaloosa High School’s experiences at the FIRST Championships. Other tabs in the unit may include an Introduction with more info (e.g., Thanks, Kim and team!

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In this episode, we tackle a topic that's often whispered in the hallways of schools everywhere with a mix of disdain and necessity: worksheets. Engaging practice opportunities can help students develop a deeper understanding of the content.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

This means sometimes repeating what you hear, which improves your pronunciation as well as recall of new vocabulary. There are dozens of free and paid options available for practicing listening skills, including audio books, YouTube channels, and TV streaming services (which often have foreign language content and/or subtitles).

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 23, 2023

In today’s blog post I am sharing with you this handy collection of best vocabulary apps for students that I carefully curated based on my long standing experience as both language teacher and EdTech blogger. Vocabulary Apps for Students Here are our top recommendations for vocabulary apps for students: 1.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Make the classroom a safe, non-judgmental learning environment where students can practice their critical thinking skills. As students participate in class conversations, expect them to use academic and domain-specific vocabulary. Expect rigor –don’t allow students to be satisfied with a superficial answer.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In a world where the mental health of our youth is becoming an increasingly pressing concern, Dr. Brian Smith's podcast couldn't come at a more critical time. And one thing that they teach is that it helps if a school has a common vocabulary.

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EdTechTeacher

MAY 12, 2023

To help out all of our teacher friends, we are offering a series of posts focused on practical ways that you can use ChatGPT to assist with own lesson design! Each post will focus on a practical strategy for using ChatGPT and will include ideas for both elementary and secondary school teachers. Check out our first tip here!

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

This week, I received a comment to my blog asking: What do you feel is the biggest difference between playlists and choice boards? They can facilitate review and practice, giving students repeat exposure to key concepts, vocabulary, and skills. These are great questions!

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 27, 2023

If you’re unsure, you can take English to boost your writing skills, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. You can take as many practice tests as possible and request comprehensive score reports to identify improvement areas. Math, including geometry and algebra, can help you pass admission tests and later in college math classes.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Guided and independent practice look different in the online classroom than in the physical one. This doesn’t mean that practicing what students have learned is any less effective or important. Independent practice is one of the principles of effective instruction that teachers shouldn’t overlook.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 5, 2022

Conferences always bring new ideas, energy for changes in instructional practices, and new networking opportunities. Digital posters use essential vocabulary and images from the learning experience visually appealingly. Here are some of the great ideas he collected from colleagues and presenters: CUE 22 and Trending Edtech.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 8, 2023

But here’s my issue: Too often, kids forget that the goal is to practice critical thinking and problem solving, not pursue a career in programming. The lesson plan includes class discussion, vocabulary, questions, examples, and step-by-step directions. Hour of Code does that every year for oh-so-many students.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 30, 2023

A wrong vocabulary word or grammar error can change the context and cause problems with comprehension. They are platforms for practicing languages with native speakers, aimed at learning through communication rather than mere chatting. Or, suggest they try blogging in English: free platforms like Medium are perfect to start.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In this episode, we're diving deep into a crucial topic for every student but often overlooked in the curriculum: financial literacy. So that's one good reason, but what are the practical reasons? Well, and kids can put parents in debt too.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 14, 2020

The fourth slide presents opportunities for students to practice. Teachers may want to have students review key concepts or vocabulary at this stage in the learning experience. I’d suggest providing a mix of online and offline options.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Digital Promise and Learning Heroes have teamed up for a special blog series that explores how teachers and families can use technology to work together and facilitate learning for students of all ages. Practice critical skills by using tools for organizing, researching, writing, publishing, creating, and more. Focus on key skills.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 13, 2022

This could be by sharing it with you, posting it to a class blog, embedding it into a Discussion Forum, or uploading it to their digital portfolio. Your school probably uses a variety of hardware (laptops, iPads, Chromebooks, and more) to access class websites, blogs, online grade books, and/or an LMS (like Otus, Google Classroom, or Edmodo).

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 5, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter What do you do when award-winning teachers tell you there is a way to save time? Mary shares her strategies through her blog, yoursmarticles.com. And I'm sure you have blog posts and I have a blog posting on how to pull that out.

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

In a flipped classroom designed in an online environment, the teacher can send students materials they can use to prepare vocabulary or to learn about a topic. Read more: Practical examples of using edtech to successfully teach vocabulary. Read more: Practical examples of using edtech to successfully teach vocabulary.

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