Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 17, 2015

Besides iPads and Chromebooks and a plethora of free websites that enable students to collaborate, share and publish, education’s tech explosion has resulted in a wide (and increasing) variety of tools that extend the teachers reach, making it easier to differentiate for the varied needs of students even in a busy classroom.

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The Cornerstone for Teachers

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

This doesn’t include Google Chrome independent extensions like Quillbot , described in its overview as a “Grammar Checker, Paraphrasing Tool & Summarizer.” Several staff members at my school have likened it to the introduction of the internet as a research tool for high school students in the 90s.

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User Generated Education

JUNE 8, 2017

If there is a makerspace in your school, it may be down the hall, in the library, or in another building. If this is how the makerspace is set up in your school, then your kids may not have access to the resources, materials, and tools when they need them, especially for STEM or STEAM. Design Thinking and UDL Planning Tool.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 7, 2017

This includes books, ebooks, articles, webinars, mentoring, and more. Includes K-5 tech curriculum, Common Core lesson plan tie-ins, tech problem solving, classroom posters, 60+ webinars, and 1:1 coaching. Common Core –how to use tech to deliver the promise of Common Core. Who needs this.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

This includes books, ebooks, articles, webinars, mentoring, and more. Includes K-5 tech curriculum, Common Core tie-ins, tech problem solving, classroom posters, 60+ webinars, and 1:1 coaching. Includes K-6 tech curriculum, Common Core tie-ins, tech problem solving, classroom posters, 60+ webinars, and 1:1 coaching.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 11, 2016

Here are ten of the top reading-related articles according to Ask a Tech Teacher readers: How do I create a classroom library checkout system? 5 Tech Tools to Inspire Reading. 5 Tech Tools That Motivate Every Reader. 3 Digital Tools to Encourage Close Reading. Common Core Reading–What if Students Don’t Like Reading.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Discuss with students how this supports Common Core’s “Capacities for the Literate Individual”: Demonstrate independence. Students can also use online tools they are familiar with like Animoto, Prezi, or Issuu. Second : create a how-to library of class videos for the senior center, uploaded to their website.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

This includes books, ebooks, articles, webinars, mentoring, and more. Includes K-5 tech curriculum, Common Core tie-ins, tech problem solving, classroom posters, 60+ webinars, and 1:1 coaching. Includes K-6 tech curriculum, Common Core tie-ins, tech problem solving, classroom posters, 60+ webinars, and 1:1 coaching.

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ProfHacker

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

Humanities CORE will connect a library-quality repository for sharing, discovering, retrieving, and archiving digital work with Humanities Commons, a developing platform for collaboration among scholarly societies and other humanities organizations. While Humanities CORE hasn’t launched, the MLA CORE beta is open.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 29, 2015

This includes books, ebooks, articles, webinars, mentoring, and more. Includes K-5 tech curriculum, Common Core tie-ins, tech problem solving, classroom posters, 60+ webinars, and 1:1 coaching. Includes K-6 tech curriculum, Common Core tie-ins, tech problem solving, classroom posters, 60+ webinars, and 1:1 coaching.

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Hapara

MAY 12, 2022

They come from sources such as the Michigan Open Book Project, Core Knowledge, CK-12, OpenStax and OER Commons. The Michigan Open Book Project created this digital textbook for kindergarteners. There’s an accompanying teacher’s guide, several activity books and supplemental reading guides as well. .

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Securly

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

” 2010 was also the year that the Common Core Standards Initiative was enacted in response to numerous indicators of low student academic performance. “More tech-based monitoring and assessment tools will be incorporated into to the instructional mix.” ” 1:1 + Common Core = $$$$$.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 16, 2016

These elements are the goal and may not be included in the first digital story written by a kindergartner, but by middle school, using the vast swath of multimedia tools available in digital storytelling, students will have no problem including all elements. When done editing, students can add music from an included royalty-free library.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

AUGUST 26, 2014

We also highlight good conversations about learning taking place between educators, learners, leaders, and others from the school, library, museum, work, adult, online, non-traditional and home learning worlds. Library 2.014 - October 8th + 9th. We are gearing up for another amazing year of the Library 2.014 Conference.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 19, 2016

Even the ones who love it put in lots of extra time to do one or more of the following: learn tech tools and then teach their students. learn tech tools only to discover it’s not what they need. learn a tech tool they love only to have it either disappear or switch to a fee-based program. Nothing more; nothing less.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 15, 2018

22 Digital Tools You Must Have in Your Classroom. What are Common Core keyboarding standards? They cover websites on lesson plans, math, keyboarding, classroom management, cloud computer, digital books, teacher resources, free tech resources, and more. Mousercize –the original from PBC Library.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 13, 2017

Owl Eyes is a new, simple-but-powerful, and FREE web-app for reading classic books with your students. Discussions happen inside the book , so as you discuss, you’re literally “all on the same page.”. What Books Are Included? Browse or search the Owl Eyes library to see if your upcoming book is included.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

Today, done well, they become real teaching tools that use optics to communicate ideas, unpack granular concepts, and connect students to information. For many teachers, though, there’s the rub: How do they use this tool to agilely and effectively deliver content? More on videos as a classroom tool: How to teach with videos.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 18, 2016

Storyboard That is a leader among online digital storytelling tools thanks to its comic-based themes, clean layout, vast collection of story pieces, varied strip options, and intuitive drag-and-drop interface. Lesson plans include how-to steps, Common Core alignment, sample storyboard layouts, synopsis, and Essential Questions. .

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EdTech4Beginners

JUNE 20, 2018

They are growing up with all kinds of tech tools by their side, and they are thrilled to see technology involved in the educational process. The website gives you videos, images, and articles related to the questions and aligned with Common Core standards. International Children’s Digital Library.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 8, 2016

It’s equally appropriate for fiction and nonfiction and does a solid job of reinforcing Common Core standards related to writing in a fun, agile way that appeals to students. There’s an extensive library of comics that can be remixed and repurposed for specific student and/or teacher needs. FriendStrip.

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eSchool News

MAY 25, 2016

For library media specialists, finding high-quality digital resources that align with Common Core and state standards, and that support classroom instruction, is an ongoing challenge. A library media specialist at Randallstown High School in Randallstown, Md., One pioneer shares how she does it.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 26, 2017

When the Internet arrived, I — as did my colleagues — adopted it mostly for two reasons: 1) research — in place of the library, and 2) rote drills, such as supporting math practice. But blended learning is more than simply replacing lectures and books with web-based technology. But that has changed.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 2, 2017

His students make books to celebrate local heroes. Book Creator for Chrome. Previously on the 10-Minute Teacher, guests have mentioned Book Creator as one of their top apps for the iPad. Well, now we can all use Book Creator in our classrooms using the Chrome web browser. The Epic Classroom Book Giveaway Contest.

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The Web20Classroom

MAY 10, 2017

A repository of accessible resources, information, and tools that students can utilize during learning. The Common Core State Standards are end goals that are scaffolded and applicable to any content which is see in the expert reader. An digital text that is linked to an LMS (Learning Management System) is not blended learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 6, 2017

There are too many geeky tools with too few instructions, and every year, what they thought they understood changes. demonstrate how to use the school online library/lunch order system . review what is being covered in core classes (adapt this to the age-level of students of the parents who signs up for the class).

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 8, 2014

Every excuse in the book was at our disposal not to change and continue down the same path year after year. Here is a short list of some of the changes that have been implemented and sustained: Social media use as a communications, public relations, branding, professional growth, and student learning tool implemented in 2009.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 25, 2014

We also highlight good conversations about learning taking place between educators, learners, leaders, and others from the school, library, museum, work, adult, online, non-traditional and home learning worlds. The ALA Declaration for the Right to Libraries. See my notes below for my own thoughts on the importance of libraries.

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Fractus Learning

DECEMBER 1, 2020

To make things easier for busy parents and teachers, we created a shortlist of the best math tools for students. We grouped the apps in tools for preschool, school, and high school kids. The tool offers three challenge levels, Wee Ones, Little Kids, and Big Kids. Best Free Traditional Math Tool: Khan Academy Kids.

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Brainscape

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Then, at the end of this guide, you’ll find a free library of really helpful resources to guide your kid’s education. What this means is that they may not be as effective as a learning tool or as a way to really track a profile of your kid's mastery across dozens of specific skills. Ah, those were the days.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 25, 2016

A couple dozen of us–teachers, library media specialists, tech integrationists, and lab teachers–gathered virtually for three-five-week-classes that included: The Tech-infused Teacher. Often, I heard ‘Now I know how my students feel’–in reference to trying a tool that just wouldn’t do what it was supposed to.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 27, 2015

Often, students reached outside their comfort zone to try tools they either had never used or thought they couldn’t use. When students were given the opportunity to pick their own favorite tool (one they used in their classes and wanted to share with Summer PD colleagues), they became the teacher.

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eSchool News

JULY 15, 2016

Even with tight budgets, it’s possible to repurpose your libraries or media centers into 21st century makerspaces. For students at Central Valley middle and high schools, accessing classroom lessons rarely involves opening a book. Top BYOD tools for the Common Core classroom.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

This presentation highlights specific eBook tools, presents tactics to ensure educators are meeting CCSS and state standards, and presents examples of best practices in enhancing the reading experience for all readers, but specifically kids who struggle. Research proves that eBooks hold many advantages and opportunities for success.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Students are on the carpet, having a lively book club discussion about their current novel. Devoted readers are scattered about the room, getting lost in their books as they travel to other worlds, experience life from multiple perspectives and dig into their passions. When I was a kid I loved Beverly Cleary’s books.

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Edsurge

APRIL 26, 2021

It accelerated our work around creating teacher tools. Most people who are middle-income or better, the Common Core kindergarten standards almost seem ridiculously easy. The pandemic really accelerated the need to launch teacher tools. Khan Academy Kids is a relatively new program.

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EdTechTeam

MAY 19, 2017

With the Common Core, state testing, interventions, and all else that goes on in the elementary day, how would I find time for my students to investigate and inquire into their interests? As they began to get a handle of book research, we moved into using videos to research with the aid of Video Notes.

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