eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2020

To keep students engaged in STEM learning during school closures, Vernier Software & Technology is offering a robust collection of free remote learning solutions for teachers and students. Pivot Interactives is recommended for high school and college students.

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STEM Resources Analysis Software 101

Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Part of the December 2019 STEM Resources Digital Calendar ! One way to motivate students to continue using the knowledge acquired in our classes is to set up a virtual learning community. Students are motivated to share more when they see feedback from their classmates, teachers, and parents. Free Virtual Learning Environments.

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Moodle Digital Badges Edmodo Classroom 253

Neo LMS

MARCH 2, 2021

As we prepare for spring, it is always good to have some new ideas to promote student engagement and foster more collaboration in the classroom. Students can read a book, create a book summary, use it for STEM projects, create an interactive story, and more.

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Microsoft Game-Based Learning Digital Citizenship Tools 463

Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

As many educators are teaching remotely or in hybrid environments, we need to have multiple options for our students to be able to create and express what they are learning. We should offer some options that promote creativity, student engagement, and student choice. Elementari.

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Buncee

MARCH 17, 2020

I have been using Buncee with students for 7 months. I have used it primarily in elementary science, with students in grades 3-5. Two of the major improvements I have observed was with authentic student engagement and work completion. I have found that students WANT to do the work I assign them on Buncee.

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Student Engagement Classroom Microsoft Elementary 58

eSchool News

JULY 21, 2023

Charlotte, NC — Students across Indiana’s Vigo County School Corporation (VCSC) will add new, high-quality learning resources to their digital book bags this Fall thanks to a new partnership with worldwide edtech leader Discovery Education. Each lesson begins by posing a question commonly asked by young students.

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Tools EdTech Schoology Social Media 97

Edsurge

JULY 18, 2019

I’ve read dozens and dozens of books filled with characters I can relate to: white, middle class females. I am passionate about including stories that reflect the patrons I serve whose identities differ from mine, and books that broaden horizons for those with whom I share much intersectionality. I’m middle class.

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Libraries Analysis STEM Elementary 161

Kitaboo on EdTech

OCTOBER 3, 2019

STEM-based learning programs are being introduced in schools all across the globe. STEM has proved to be a much better educational program in terms of learning effectiveness and leading to better career opportunities than the regular curriculum. Easy to carry, easy to access, interactive and engaging, and so on. And why not?

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eBook STEM Learning Course 61

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

JANUARY 17, 2018

As we begin, I would like to provide some ideas that might just turn up the learning in the area of STEM education. Last, please check my Booking Page to see how I could be part of your school PD or Conference plans. Workshop: The Verbs of PBL, STEM and STEAM: Dewey Meets Technology. Check out my Booking Site.

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STEM Conference Assessment Classroom 92

Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 28, 2020

Part of the December 2019 STEM Resources Digital Calendar ! One way to motivate students to continue using the knowledge acquired in our classes is to set up a virtual learning community. Students are motivated to share more when they see feedback from their classmates, teachers, and parents. Free Virtual Learning Environments.

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Moodle Digital Badges Classroom Edmodo 195

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

We did a STEM Expo Night and we incorporated Rigamajig. The whole school community—students, staff, parents and families—saw our students create and tinker with Rigamajig. Yes, I’ve always been interested in seeing my students engaged, curious and creative. All of my learners are all engaged.

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STEM Learning Student Engagement Tools 155

Waterford

JUNE 11, 2020

When school curriculum is adaptive to a student’s unique needs, it’s more likely to promote student progress because each child can move at their right pace.[2] 2] Plus, adaptive software programs allow teachers to use the same program for all students in their classroom—including those with learning disabilities.

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Trends Gamification Digital Citizenship Blended Learning 304

Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

This assumption that students can’t engage in meaningful, self-directed work unless they are given information from the teacher or see a model in practice is deeply concerning. Discussion (Online or In-person): Students engage in an asynchronous or synchronous discussion about a text, topic, issue, phenomena, etc.,

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Comparison Strategy Groups Examples 195

Neo LMS

OCTOBER 24, 2019

As a teacher, you’ll find that stories play a huge part in your students’ lives. They might be obsessing over their favorite books or TV shows, or their favorite Youtube personality. Digital storytelling is only for classroom engagement. Digital storytelling is not for STEM. Storytelling not for STEM?

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STEM Social Media Study Software 281

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JULY 17, 2023

I’ve always believed that a well-decorated and thoughtfully arranged classroom can profoundly impact student engagement and learning outcomes. Reading Corner A reading corner is a special area in the classroom that promotes a love of books and reading.

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Classroom STEM EdTech Study 98

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

MARCH 8, 2015

Welcome to the second post of March and the fifth in a series of posts that will bring you over 70 STEM links. STEM, 21st century learning, and technology integration, please sign up for 21centuryedtech by email or RSS. Booking Info – Time to think about your school or conference needs. Check out my Booking Page.

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STEM Resources Common Core Industry 60

techlearning

MAY 16, 2018

- Unique Digital Content Combined with Sustained Professional Development to Help Create Vibrant Culture of STEM in Participating Schools - Silver Spring, Md. Through the “Future Ready: STEM for All” initiative, RISD seeks to transform the Berkner Feeder Pattern’s culture and pedagogy.

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STEM Future Ready Education Social Media 40

EdTechTeam

MAY 12, 2017

I received this book by Holly Clark , Sylvia Duckworth , Jeffery Heil , David Hotler , Donnie Piercey , & Lisa Thumann the other day and within two days I had scoured through it, tabbed some pages, and started formulating some ideas. Get your copy of the Google Cardboard Book today! He has a M.S.

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Google STEM Resources Twitter 41

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

MARCH 23, 2022

Please let me share this special story and dream about educational transformation possibilities based on authenticity, relevance, and student centered learning. Also, please explore my Booking Info. I would like to bring practical and affordable PBL, STEM, and Standards Based Technology Workshops to your school of conference.

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Classroom STEM Conference Video 95

techlearning

APRIL 5, 2018

- Discovery Education´s Digital Resources and Comprehensive Professional Development System to Create Authentic STEM Teaching and Learning Environments for Elementary Students- Silver Spring, Md. Additional student features include bilingual text-to-speech and leveled reading tools, and note-taking and highlighting capabilities.

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STEM Elementary Social Media Differentiated Instruction 40

eSchool News

MARCH 26, 2020

As COVID-19 concerns prompt school closures around the world, many educators are turning to remote learning to keep students engaged. Features like classroom multiplayer allow students to collaborate on projects in their Minecraft worlds, building, planning, learning and even chatting as they work together.

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Accessibility Microsoft Resources Education 83

Educational Technology Guy

MAY 25, 2012

He explores and explains technology and the human side of technology, in videos and radio pieces, along with some books. I will be using some of the videos as introductions to topics or to get my students engaged and excited about some topics. Check it out: [link] More great STEM Resources.

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Video Resources STEM Twitter 161

eSchool News

APRIL 6, 2020

Most of the videos and activities are intended for middle and high school students but can be utilized with upper elementary students as well. They also equip young people to explore and protect their local natural resources. For more information , please contact EarthEcho’s education team at education@earthecho.org.

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Resources STEM Elementary Video 100

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

MARCH 16, 2019

I will be at Alan November’s BLC19 in Boston (July) presenting workshops and sessions to support educators and students. Also, please explore my Booking Info. Students design a device that can shoot a basketball free-throw shot accurately every time. Booking Info – It is time to think about your school or conference needs.

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Resources STEM Conference Flipped Classroom 94

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

JULY 22, 2019

I am convinced that the key to student engagement is the ownership of inquiry. I have some great posts coming your way involving PBL, STEM, tech integration. Also, remember that I can come to your conference or school district and provide engaging authentic, practical, and purposeful professional development.

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Learning STEM Conference Groups 143

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

MARCH 17, 2018

Booking Info – Are you looking for a practical and affordable professional development workshop for your school or conference? I have traveled the country delivering PD relating to technology integration, PBL, STEM, Digital Literacy, and the 4 C’s. Check out my Booking Page … Please contact me soon if you have an interest.

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Resources STEM Conference Flipped Classroom 87

EdTech Magazine

JUNE 21, 2018

Schools have already begun to adopt machine learning initiatives to help teachers and students fill learning gaps, and the results have been received well so far. AI Solutions Drive Higher STEM Test Scores. Intelligent assistant solutions can also help teachers analyze student data and alter lesson plans to best benefit their classes.

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Kaplan Robotics Data Report 329

Edsurge

MAY 16, 2022

Also, rising grades don’t have to be a good thing in order to not be a bad thing—they can simply be a reflection of changing practices and mores in education, contends Timothy Quinn, chief academic officer of Miss Porter’s School, an all girls boarding school in Connecticut, and the author of the book “ On Grades and Grading.” “The

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Policies STEM Report Course 144

EdNews Daily

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

The need for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education is critical, especially because there will be more than 3 million job openings in STEM-related fields by 2018. But administrators and policy makers now recognize the benefits of integrating arts education into STEM subjects. About STEAM.

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Learning STEM Differentiated Instruction Study 100

EdTech4Beginners

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

The utilization of YouTube videos in the classroom may be beneficial for instructors and entertaining for students. Students are more interested in exciting activities, and they’re more likely to pay attention when they watch videos instead of having read walls of text in books and notes.

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Classroom Khan Academy Smartphone Video 162

Edsurge

MARCH 12, 2018

In a rigorous analysis of employee performance, Google found STEM skills have the lowest impact on employee success. Instead, the organization values traits like critical thinking, empathy, and thoughtful communication—above STEM competencies. One sixth grade teacher told me, “Many of my students are reluctant writers.

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Education STEM Training Google 128

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

While we can hopefully be continuing to acquire new skills and approaches that can foster greater inclusion, each class is different, and every student we will ever teach is unique. He describes how the instrument has helped him see his teaching from the students’ perspectives.

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Assessment How To Survey Course 150

Reading By Example

MAY 3, 2016

We use the instructional walk approach suggested by Regie Routman from her book Read, Write, Lead. It is a process that respects both the teacher and students. In order to increase trust in the instructional walk process, I had our faculty participate in an article study in order to develop the tenets of student engagement.

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Student Engagement Assessment Survey STEM 28

Reading By Example

MAY 3, 2016

We use the instructional walk approach suggested by Regie Routman from her book Read, Write, Lead. It is a process that respects both the teacher and students. In order to increase trust in the instructional walk process, I had our faculty participate in an article study in order to develop the tenets of student engagement.

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Student Engagement Assessment Survey STEM 28

Neo LMS

JULY 11, 2019

Plus, it can enhance various activities in all subjects, from STEM to language arts and social sciences. It helps boost student engagement. Students can use their imagination to create just about anything, but most importantly, they are encouraged to be proactive while creating videos. Edit your video.

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Classroom Laptops Video Software 208

My Paperless Classroom

MARCH 17, 2018

For a more detailed discussion check out my new book “ Programming in the primary grades: Beyond the Hour of Code ”. Teachers using an open studio app need to create a complete educational experience and use strategies of sharing and communication to keep students engaged and motivated. Click HERE to order my book.

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STEM Education Tablets iPad 52

Edsurge

APRIL 15, 2019

In my new role, the number of students I see each week has dramatically increased and I’ve noticed that for some of our students, what may appear to be a social-emotional issue at first glance, actually stems from the fact that their basic needs aren’t being met. In March, we opened the doors to our closet.

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Meeting Social Media STEM Libraries 139