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How to Teach Coding in the Elementary Grades with Sam Patterson

The CoolCatTeacher

Elementary and primary students can learn to code. How to Teach Coding in the Elementary Grades with Sam Patterson. Why code in the elementary grades? So, Sam, why do we even want to code in the elementary grades? When I first heard about coding in the elementary grades, I was really put off by it.

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Yes, Kinder CAN Use Chromebooks!

Shake Up Learning

The post Yes, Kinder CAN Use Chromebooks! Yes, Kinder CAN Use Chromebooks! The new book, Google Apps for Littles by the dynamic duo, Christine Pinto , and Alice Keeler , is all about empowering our littlest learners – YES, kinder CAN use Chromebooks and lots of other technology! The post Yes, Kinder CAN Use Chromebooks!

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Play is crucial for middle schoolers, too

The Hechinger Report

In Fairfax County, Virginia, thousands of middle school students experience what most of their peers leave behind in elementary school — recess. Middle schools generally have more students than elementary schools, and the students themselves are taller and heavier. CHANTILLY, Va. – This story also appeared in Mind/Shift.

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Lesson Ideas for #Chromebook Classrooms: Getting Started with Computers

The Electric Educator

Note: this lesson idea is an excerpt from my book, The Chromebook Classroom. About this lesson Young students will need to learn basic computer skills and knowledge in order to use their Chromebooks well. Lead them in the following activities early in the school year, so they can get comfortable using a Chromebook sooner.

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Math Webtools to Support Any Curriculum

Ask a Tech Teacher

Then that too changed when rote drills and worksheets were replaced with cerebral challenges and dynamic exercises. Programs are geared to the particular learning of Elementary and Middle School, and Middle and High School with games and lessons aligned to state and national standards like Common Core, TEKS and MAFS.

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Teaching Grammar-In-Context

User Generated Education

I teach gifted elementary level classes with a good portion of the students being English Language Learners. As it becomes a group exercise, the other class members seem to enjoy the challenge and become engaged in offering corrections and improvements. This is especially true for abstract concepts such as grammar rules.

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4 ways to use augmented and virtual reality apps in the classroom

eSchool News

Start with the Google Cardboard headset (it’s only $15), and whether you’re using iOS, Android, Chromebooks, or iPads, we’ve curated an assortment of apps and lesson plans to try out with your students. If you’ve already tried it out, are you looking for more app and lesson plan ideas?