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Is it time to double down on digital citizenship training?

eSchool News

With so many young people having increasing access to technology, is it time for schools to take digital citizenship training more seriously? . What is digital citizenship? Responsible digital citizens desire to use technology respectfully, safely, and productively.

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Digital Citizenship & Data Collection

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

With all this use of technology and the notion that prospective employers and college admissions officers are researching applicants, students should learn how to be responsible digital citizens and consider the effects of their digital footprints. Students tracking their digital footprint could make for a horrifying or surprising project and very relevant in this world where social media puts one''s actions on full display.

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Top 10 BYOD concerns — and how to overcome them [Part 1]

Neo LMS

BYOD at school is more than the latest buzz phrase you hear at every corner of the teacher’s rooms or along school hallways. More and more schools adopt BYOD policies and allow students to bring their own mobile phones, tablets, eBooks, and other devices in the classroom, and use them as tools to enhance learning. But failure BYOD stories exist as well, and they rarely hit the headlines as often. But this shouldn’t stop schools from giving BYOD at least a chance.

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BYOD Begins With Trust and Respect

A Principal's Reflections

I have written extensively over the past couple of years about our Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiative at New Milford High School at the Huffington Post and on my own blog. It has been interesting to look back at all my blog posts to see how far we have come with BYOD at NMHS. My first ever post on the topic just provided a small glimpse at the possibilities inherent when students are empowered to use the technology that they already posses to enhance their learning experience.

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Debunking 3 myths about BYOD in the classroom

Neo LMS

BYOD — Bring Your Own Device — has gained some momentum in today’s education system. From temp teachers to entire school districts, more and more educational staff debate about or seriously consider the adoption of BYOD in their instruction. We can no longer overlook the importance of the use of technology in schools. Adopting BYOD in schools seems like a win-win situation. Read more: Top 10 BYOD concerns — and how to overcome them [Part 1].

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Partnering Tech Integration with Digital Citizenship

Graphite Blog

Improving the way students learn using technology requires more than just high-quality instructional resources like lessons and facilitation guides. It requires creating a culture of digital citizenship that involves students, faculty, and parents -- a whole-community approach. Kelly: Digital media and technology hold great promise for supporting K–12 education, yet successfully implementing digital learning initiatives can be challenging.

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Addressing the most common parent concerns about BYOD in schools

Neo LMS

BYOD — Bring Your Own Device — has taken the education system by storm. There’s been a lot of talk about BYOD in schools, on whether or not it is beneficial for the learning process of students, with serious arguments in both camps. I for one believe BYOD at school is a clear case of the if you can’t fight it, embrace it mantra. Technology is here to stay, and instead of banning it, schools should use it in their favor. Parent concerns about BYOD in schools.

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7 Skills Students Need for Today’s Classwork

Ask a Tech Teacher

Classrooms are infused with technology. You rarely see a lesson that doesn’t ask for online this or digital that. Students are expected to collaborate and share online as young as kindergarten when they read digital books or draw pictures using iPad apps. As soon as students start using digital devices to record and share their thoughts, they need to be able to type without losing their chain of thought. Digital Citizenship.

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Animoby: Animated Learning for Anybody

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

Teaching in a BYOD district with most of the students using smartphones, having a screencasting tool for a smartphone would be an asset. BYOD digital citizenship education flipped flipping teaching technology whiteboards For those of you looking for a whiteboard video creation tool to use on any tablet, check out Animoby. Android App Apple App Similar to other whiteboard screencast tools, Animoby lets users create multipaged screencasted videos.

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Extending Classroom Discussions with Technology

Dr. Shannon Doak

While I enjoy face-to-face discussions, I noticed something interesting taking place in the technology facilitated online discussion. Technology to enhance and extend classroom discussions. This is where I believe technology facilitated discussions can be used by educators to take the discussions happening in the classroom further. The latest release has multiple features that help this platform become a perfect place for classroom discussions to move into the digital space.

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The Edtech Revolution: 2010 – 2017

Securly

In December 2010, The Journal –“t he leading Technology based education publication for K-12 and higher education”– published an article with a 5-prong prediction for the following year. Given that many children were acquiring iPads for personal use, some schools adopted a Bring Your Own Device ( BYOD) Policy. Billion has been invested in US K-12 education technology companies since 2010. In order to receive this funding, each district must submit a digital classroom plan.

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My EdcampNJ Highlights

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

Photo Credit: Kevin Jarrett High & Low-tech for Optimal Learning Not only teachers able to share ways to integrate technology in the classroom, but I also learned some low-tech techniques as well. I use a mix of devices with some days in the class being BYOD and others using the school''s computers and netbooks (as available). I also use QR Codes, Socrative and InfuseLearning for other BYOD activities, and Today''s Meet for backchanneling.

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Every Schools' Obligation

A Principal's Reflections

Just because today’s students have grown up in a technology-rich world does not mean that they know how to effectively and responsibly utilize technology. We routinely hear how students use digital tools inappropriately for sexting, cyberbullying, cheating, video recording teachers and fights with peers, and plagiarizing. As they published their own work in the form of learning artifacts, they begin to create a positive digital footprint that they could be proud of.

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CSI: Salinas

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

The final project can be completed on paper, using word processing skills and completed using a student''s BYOD device. For the BYOD component and to make up for not doing an actual mock-trial, students would work in groups comprised of people with the same court case and position. Students would create a digital portfolio of crime scene photographs, videos of witness'' testimonies, and/or scenes from the mock trial.

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8 Characteristics of a Successful K-12 Technology Department

Ask a Tech Teacher

Mike Daugherty is the director of technology for a high-achieving public school district in Ohio, an occasional contributor to AATT (see his last post, 5 Things You Need to Know About 3D Printing), and the author of Modern EdTech Leadership , a discussion on how today’s administrators handle the blending of tech and ed. Here’s what he came up with: Handling the technology needs of a public school system can be a daunting task at times.

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Digital Dashboard Document

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

This year I am trying a more transparent and strategic approach to my technology integration. So, to get things started, I created a Digital Dashboard Google Document on which my students will see what sites we will be using consistently, the rationale for using that site, and have an area in which they will type in login information not their actual password, but hints or clues in case they forget.

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The Intersection of Project Share, BYOD, and PBL #SXSWedu

EdTechSandyK

Focuses on digital citizenship. Technology is seamlessly integrated because it is needed. Teaches digital citizenship, problem solving, higher level thinking, meets needs of all types of learners. Lewis Wynn - Director of Technology (NOTE: Kudos to this panel for including this piece!) BYOD goal was simple: turn on a device and automatically connect to the network. With PBL and BYOD, everything changes! BYOD pbl sxswedu

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If We Could Write 10,000 Words.

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

The other piece of this puzzle is the use of technology to foster writing. Technology has enable us to return to an epistolary society. So, thinking further about writing and technology, how else can I evolve my own teaching of writing into something that connects to the students, makes them think, and is fun? I''ve been thinking about writing and how to evolve my students into better writers, but to be honest, I don''t really consider myself an accomplished writer.

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What parents should ask teachers about technology

Ask a Tech Teacher

Technology in education’ has become the buzz phrase for cutting edge classes that are plugged into the latest education trends. When you start at a new school (or classroom, or teacher), it’s important to understand the part technology will take to improve educational experiences for your child. Here are fourteen question you can expect stakeholders to answer — in depth: Who teaches students to use class digital tools?

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Remote Desktop Just a Tab Away

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

Chrome digital citizenship education RDP technology When at home I use the Remote Desktop Connection to access the remote servers at school for all the curricular content I''ve created over the years.

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Creating Student Community Writing Spaces

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

We don't have a set schedule for posting writing or giving feedback, and even when PARCC acquired all technology in my building, we could keep participating in Scribe City because students could access Edmodo on the phones or at home. General digital citizenship rules apply as students demonstrate collegial communication skills. blogging digital citizenship edmodo writing

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Capturing Classroom Videos

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

I haven''t really used videos all the much for flipping my classes because of accessibility and inequity with technology in the classroom, but now that those issues are close to being resolved, I am very interested in learning how to to add videos to my bag of tricks. BYOD BYOT connecting with students cross-curricular digital citizenship discussions edmodo education flipclass flipped flipping literature narrative terms paperless speaking teaching writing

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Voki: A Tool for Bringing Characters to Life

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

edtech #njed assignments digital citizenship flipclass speaking students technology voice Voki is a free web 2.0 tool used to create talking avatars. Characters can be customized to look like historical figures, animals, cartoons, and even one''s self. For a fee, users can join Voki Classroom for more access to options and the ability to control privacy settings.

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Tagxedo: A Tuxedo for Word Clouds

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

connecting with students digital citizenship edmodo edtech flipclass LBI reflection tagxedo technology wordle Tagxedo is another nifty free tool for creating customized word clouds. Compared to Wordle , Tagxedo has more options and the ability to customize the shape of the word including uploading a picture of your own choice. Tagxedo will also use one''s blog, tweets, website, and other sources for the content of the cloud.

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A true gift from SHEG: DIY digital literacy assessments and tools for historical thinking

NeverEndingSearch

Using everyday digital content, the COR paper and online assessments directly connect to the questions posed in SHEG’s study and engage learners in credibility decision-making around three COR Competencies: Who’s behind the information? The free assessments include Google Docs assessments to copy and digital rubrics to download.

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Howard Gardner 15 years Later

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

Consider these questions: How do digital tools tap into students'' multiple intelligences? Do digital tools take the mystery out of assessment for students? How do digital tools help in the transition from a teacher-centered to student-centered? digital citizenship flipclass flipped HSPA PBL project based learning reflection teaching technology testing

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How to (Not) Fill a Blank White Page

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

Grading Since this is project based learning, students could be scored with rubrics on the use of technology and creativity and effort in answering the chosen question. While we have computer labs, media centers, and now a solid wi-fi infrastructure for BYOD in my district, we are not as far along with integrating technology on a daily basis in the classroom as compared to a 1:1 district. Working with Ms.

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EdmodoCon 2013 Guest Post #4: D. Easterling

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

Dara has been teaching for almost 14 years and loves helping young children to learn about and use technology in a productive and creative way. Rounds - preparation is key (lesson template along with timing of lesson; gathering of resources) - student participation is key no matter how limited it may be - working technology is important Apparati - Edmodo - equipment (iPad, laptop, etc.) - classroom or other learning environment - apps or Web 2.0

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EdmodoCon 2013 Guest Post #5: J. Karabinas

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

digital citizenship edmodo edmodocon technology Guest post #5 is written by Jaclyn Karabinas, a 3rd and 4th grade looping teacher from Hampton Falls, NH. Jaclyn started using Edmodo 1.5 years ago and has been busy getting other staff members on board. According to Jaclyn, "The possibilities with Edmodo are endless. This was my first ever post about Edmodo, reflecting on what I started to notice about how it joined my students together and helped students to communicate."

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It is Not a Project to Get Students Talking: Two Tools

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

Teaching 150 high school students, there are bound to be some who get lost in the crowd, lack confidence, or distracted by personal technology usage, but with the following tools and techniques, the quiet students can have their voices heard, the text-ers can be academically occupied, and all learners can be engaged by using technology that taps into students'' behavior and aligns with Maslow''s Hierarchy of Needs , Humanism , and Social Learning Theories.

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A Dictionary For 21st Century Teachers: Learning Models & Technology

TeachThought - Learn better.

Learning Models, Theories, and Technology: A Dictionary For 21st Century Teachers. Purpose: Improving our chance for a common language in discussing existing and emerging learning trends, model, and technology in hopes of innovation in classrooms, and collectively, education at large. Form: An index of learning models, theories, forms, terminology, technology, and research to help you keep up with the latest trends in 21st century learning. Digital Citizenship.

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It is Time For Schools to Seriously Consider BYOT

A Principal's Reflections

As we continue to move even further into the 21 st Century, technology becomes more embedded in all aspects of society. My point here is that many children across the world have access to, and are using, technology outside of school in a variety of ways. Image credit: [link] As society continues to move forward in terms of innovation, technology, and global connectivity, schools are being stymied by relentless cuts to education.

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Devices Need to Support Learning

A Principal's Reflections

It really puts into perspective why we make many of the decisions that we do at New Milford High School as to why we decided to implement a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiative and don''t mandate the use of one specific tool to support learning. When it comes to educational technology I often get the feeling that the learning is often secondary. Technology can become a nice pedagogical fit when viewed this way.

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Ed Tech Vocab: Keeping Up with Trends in Education

eSpark

Think of it as a cheat sheet to help you learn all you need to know about technology in the classroom! Blended learning combines traditional, in-person learning with digital learning, so that students can experience both forms. Edtech is being used in classrooms more than ever before.

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169 Tech Tip #127: 12 Tips on Hard-to-teach Classes

Ask a Tech Teacher

Collaborate with other teachers on cross-curricular planners that involve technology. Consider a BYOD approach in your classes so students can use the devices they have easy access to and are comfortable with (if your school IT folks and infrastructure support this approach). Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-8 technology for 15 years.

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It’s About the Learning, Not the Technology … Until It Breaks

Graphite Blog

This is the second in a series of posts that examine how schools and districts are planning for and implementing digital learning efforts. Management and support of technology is a lot like managing and caring for people. Technology is much the same. The advantage with technology is that it’s easier to uninstall/reinstall or swap out parts! So, how do we deal with the challenge of managing the “health” of our school’s or district’s technology?

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Exploring the Benefits of Implementing BOYD in Education

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Bring Your Own Device (BOYD) is becoming an increasingly popular option for schools as they look to give students more access to technology. However, implementing BOYD in schools also presents some challenges such as data security, digital divide, and compatibility issues. Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) is often used interchangeably with other acronyms such as BYOT (Bring Your own Technology), BYOPC ( Bring your Own PC), BYOP ( Bring Your Own Phone).

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Making the Call on Mobile Device Management: What Should Schools Be Asking?

EdTech Magazine

From virtual trips with augmented reality to 3D printers for project-based learning and one-to-one device policies that empower student-driven research , new technologies can help bridge the gap between rote learning and long-term retention. . While one-to-one device programs are ramping up, thanks to affordable technologies such as Chromebooks, and shared classroom AR/VR experiences are becoming more common, schools can’t ignore the rising tide of student-owned smartphones.

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Making the Call on Mobile Device Management: What Should Schools Be Asking?

EdTech Magazine

From virtual trips with augmented reality to 3D printers for project-based learning and one-to-one device policies that empower student-driven research , new technologies can help bridge the gap between rote learning and long-term retention. . While one-to-one device programs are ramping up, thanks to affordable technologies such as Chromebooks, and shared classroom AR/VR experiences are becoming more common, schools can’t ignore the rising tide of student-owned smartphones.

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Making the Call on Mobile Device Management: What Should Schools Be Asking?

EdTech Magazine

From virtual trips with augmented reality to 3D printers for project-based learning and one-to-one device policies that empower student-driven research , new technologies can help bridge the gap between rote learning and long-term retention. . While one-to-one device programs are ramping up, thanks to affordable technologies such as Chromebooks, and shared classroom AR/VR experiences are becoming more common, schools can’t ignore the rising tide of student-owned smartphones.

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Making the Call on Mobile Device Management: What Should Schools Be Asking?

EdTech Magazine

From virtual trips with augmented reality to 3D printers for project-based learning and one-to-one device policies that empower student-driven research , new technologies can help bridge the gap between rote learning and long-term retention. . While one-to-one device programs are ramping up, thanks to affordable technologies such as Chromebooks, and shared classroom AR/VR experiences are becoming more common, schools can’t ignore the rising tide of student-owned smartphones.

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Making the Call on Mobile Device Management: What Should Schools Be Asking?

EdTech Magazine

From virtual trips with augmented reality to 3D printers for project-based learning and one-to-one device policies that empower student-driven research , new technologies can help bridge the gap between rote learning and long-term retention. . While one-to-one device programs are ramping up, thanks to affordable technologies such as Chromebooks, and shared classroom AR/VR experiences are becoming more common, schools can’t ignore the rising tide of student-owned smartphones.

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Making the Call on Mobile Device Management: What Should Schools Be Asking?

EdTech Magazine

From virtual trips with augmented reality to 3D printers for project-based learning and one-to-one device policies that empower student-driven research , new technologies can help bridge the gap between rote learning and long-term retention. . While one-to-one device programs are ramping up, thanks to affordable technologies such as Chromebooks, and shared classroom AR/VR experiences are becoming more common, schools can’t ignore the rising tide of student-owned smartphones.

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