eSchool News

MARCH 7, 2024

Designed as a companion to the award-winning Discovery Education Experience K-12 platform , Sandbox AR is an augmented reality “maker” app that brings immersive technology and content into the classroom. To learn more about Discovery Education’s entire suite of AR/VR resources, visit the company’s immersive learning website  here. 

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2018

As personalized learning becomes a more mainstream pedagogy in K–12 classrooms, teachers have started to adapt assessment processes to get a deeper look at student growth. . Giving feedback to students is an integral part of the teaching process, and both formative and summative assessments have their place in the classroom. .

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

The learning experience is accessible through web browsers and Chromebooks using a keyboard and mouse or a USB game controller. An accompanying educator guide makes it easy for educators to integrate the hands-on STEM learning adventure into any lesson plan. About Freeport-McMoRan. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5

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Tom Murray

JANUARY 12, 2016

This connectivity issue, coined “The Homework Gap” by the FCC’s Jessica Rosenworcel, means that many of the children sitting in our classrooms lose access – and therefore opportunity – the moment they leave our schools. As districts became more in tune with these issues in 2015, the move to Chromebooks continued to grow.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 4, 2018

Wanda Terral on episode 305 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Wanda: We are a G-Suite district and our students ChromeBooks – that certainly adds a level of safety that we are able to monitor. Vicki: What do you use for your walled garden environment?

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Shake Up Learning

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

.” Her resource guide has so many great ideas to help teachers and students with essential technology skills, thriving through remote learning, and preparing for what’s next. Thank you to Joey Mitchell on Twitter for sharing your thoughts on Blended Learning with Google! Types of Learning. Click To Tweet.

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Tom Murray

JUNE 27, 2016

After reviewing more than 70 recent research studies on the effective use of educational technology, Dr. Linda Darling-Hammond and her team at Stanford University were able to provide concrete examples of classroom environments in which technology has made a positive impact in the learning outcomes of at-risk students.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Digital Learning During the Pandemic. The Speak Up data revealed an increase in students’ access to mobile devices, tablets, laptops, and Chromebooks. The largest increases seen were where schools and districts invested in Chromebooks as their students’ home devices. You can follow Eileen on Twitter @EileenBelastock.

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EdTechTeam

MARCH 14, 2018

Last year I was moved from 2nd to 3rd grade AND with a chrome cart (1:1 Chromebooks) – There was no real training or PD provided for this new tool. . ” I was curious to see what it entails to have tech in the classroom. So, to say I learned A LOT from the Teacher Leader Cohort is an understatement. Angela Barnett.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 28, 2021

In another classroom, second-grade students use coding sequences to develop story creation strategies, make connections, feel empowered, and learn how to fail forward and never give up. Splats are built to be stomped on and are iPad and Chromebook compatible. You can follow Eileen on Twitter @EileenBelastock.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 23, 2021

All are online, hands-on, with an authentic use of tools you’ll want for your classroom. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Personal Learning Network. Students join a Google Classroom-based class and meet weekly with instructor to discuss class activities and assignments. The Tech-infused Teacher. Certificate.

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techlearning

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

(September 4, 2018) - Illinois’ (U-46) today announced it is expanding its collaboration with , the leading provider of digital content and professional development for K-12 classrooms. These strategies and approaches are then practiced in educator created, student-centered Learning Labs.

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Edsurge

APRIL 8, 2019

But no one was providing professional learning opportunities for us, and any attempt at training certainly wasn’t personalized. Surveying Teachers and Sparking Interest In January 2018, I launched a survey about professional development on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn and the response was overwhelming.

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techlearning

AUGUST 20, 2018

- Unparalleled Blend of Discovery Education’s Digital Resources and Professional Learning Services to Power School System’s Movement to More Personalized Learning Environments - Silver Spring, Md. These approaches are then practiced in educator created, student-centered Learning Labs.

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techlearning

MAY 9, 2018

-Discovery Education’s Math Techbook and Professional Learning Services to Strengthen Efforts to Create Dynamic Digital Classrooms – Silver Spring, Md. Through this effort, students are building collaborative learning skills that prepare them for college and careers.

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EdTechTeam

DECEMBER 11, 2019

This can be a laptop computer, a chromebook, an iPad, or even just your cell phone (though something more conducive to complex work is encouraged). While you may have an office or a classroom that serves as your “home base,” there is a good chance you won’t be spending a ton of time there. Tool #2: A Calendar.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 11, 2020

Providing families with used school-issued Chromebooks, adding access points outside the school buildings, and collaborating with community partners on projects such as youth centers and public libraries are providing students and the entire community with access to technology. Additionally, she is a prolific writer, researcher, and speaker.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 20, 2019

During the edWebinar, “ Transform Learning: Track Results for Chromebooks, Google Suite, and Every Application,” presenters Kyle Berger, Chief Technology Officer at Grapevine-Colleyville ISD, TX, and Matthew X. You can follow him on Twitter @edtechco. You can follow him on Twitter @leobrehm. Joseph, Ed.D., Dr. Matthew X.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

Educators are asked constantly to focus on personal professional learning. While Twitter chats, class blogs and conferences are valuable for finding resources and ideas, the depth of collaboration on these channels is limited by either medium or time. But most say handmade lists are cumbersome to share.

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EdTechSandyK

APRIL 8, 2014

A participant in the room shared about an 8th grade Engilsh teacher using Google docs and going paperless - students walk in and go immediately to their Chromebooks because they want to see the feedback the teacher has given them. District #3 : Next Generation Digital Classroom - moving away from laptops and desktops.

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techlearning

MARCH 27, 2018

(March 27, 2018) - Illinois’ School District U-46 (U-46) today announced it has selected Discovery Education , the leading provider of digital content and professional development for K-12 classrooms, to support the implementation of its new bilingual teaching and learning strategy.

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Shake Up Learning

MARCH 26, 2019

Since is the last episode in my five-part series , I want you to be able to take everything you’ve learned so far and implement it in your classroom. One of the most impactful professional learning experiences that I have ever experienced took place at the Central Texas Writing Project Summer Institute. Click To Tweet.

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Fractus Learning

DECEMBER 6, 2016

I didn’t think I had the courage to step outside my comfort zone to learn the technology that would cause me to not only learn, but teach to the students. As I reread Eric Sheninger’s book for the third time, I decided to take the leap and create a Twitter account. I haven’t looked back since.

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Tom Murray

JANUARY 29, 2016

Showing a growing trend in the field, this year’s FETC brought more educators than ever before – almost 10,000 school professionals, from superintendents and principals, to instructional technology coaches and classroom teachers. A new opportunity to convert older computers to classroom Chromebooks.

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My Island View

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

After being involved in social media for over a decade, I have made a few observations that might be helpful to folks who use social media, more specifically Twitter, to develop and maintain a Personal Learning Network. Using Twitter for professional learning requires a collaborative mindset. This requires work.

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Hansen's Link to Tech

JUNE 9, 2015

Sick of picking up paper handouts scattered throughout the school or classroom? Start creating a paperless classroom environment. Even if your classroom isn't a full blown 1:1 you still can limit your paper usage in a variety of ways. Wish your students were more attentive and engaged more often? Plan and Collaborate is a must!

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EdTechTeacher

JUNE 1, 2023

Shawn McCusker is an author and Senior Director of Professional Learning at EdTechTeacher. Shawn’s book Becoming Active Citizens focuses on creating more meaningful citizen education programs focused on real life experiences where students learn citizenship by BEING citizens. Who is Shawn McCusker?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 24, 2020

All are online, hands-on, with an authentic use of tools you’ll want for your classroom. The 21 st Century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Personal Learning Network. The Tech-infused Teacher.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 23, 2020

I get a lot of questions from readers about what tech ed resources I use in my classroom so I’m going to take a few days this summer to review them with you. All are online, hands-on, with an authentic use of tools you’ll want for your classroom. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Professional Learning Network.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 2, 2018

Steve Dembo on episode 222 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. It’s one of the most full-featured video editing products out there, and considering that it will work on a Chromebook is just amazing. Twitter: @teach42. Vicki: Yeah. Tool #4 Kahoot.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

This time, it’s not about iPads and Chromebooks; it’s 1:1 computing. Digital devices, be they iPads, laptops, Chromebooks, Macs, or PCs, give students access to endless amounts of web-based resources for research, inquiry, collaboration, sharing, and more. Transforming the Classroom with Micro-credentials.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 23, 2018

I get a lot of questions from readers about what tech ed resources I use in my classroom so I’m going to take a few days this summer to review them with you. All are online, hands-on, with an authentic use of tools you’ll want for your classroom. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Professional Learning Network.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 11, 2019

I get a lot of questions from readers about what tech ed resources I use in my classroom so I’m going to take a few days this summer to review them with you. Tech coaching/mentoring is available from experts who work with you via email or virtual meetings to prepare lesson plans, teach to standards, integrate tech into core classroom time.

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Shake Up Learning

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

I’m always amazed at how Mike innovates in his classroom. Related: 13 Tools to Record Audio on a Chromebook. His interests in education focus on putting students at the center of their own learning experience. Connect with Mike: Twitter: @mo_physics. 6 hours of professional learning credit.

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TeacherCast

JUNE 7, 2020

I built in a second monitor because from time to time, this might also serve as a video editing station or even a place where the kids can plug their Chromebooks into and “work with daddy.” Needless to say, I'm excited and I'm looking forward to getting back into the classroom in whatever capacity it might look like.

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TeacherCast

JUNE 7, 2020

I built in a second monitor because from time to time, this might also serve as a video editing station or even a place where the kids can plug their Chromebooks into and “work with daddy.” Follow on Twitter. Learn with me on Facebook. Powering this station is my trusty 2014 MacBook Pro. TeacherCast. JeffBradbury.

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EdTechTeam

JANUARY 4, 2017

Across all programs, EdTechTeam hired over 200 Google Certified Trainers ( 23 of them full-time employees) to deliver 438 events totalling 4568 hours of professional development in 2016. Other books were pursued to fill a particular need, such as inspiring learning spaces, assessment that matters, or classroom management in the digital age.

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