Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 10, 2023

That reticence to ask for help or request training changed about a decade ago when technology swept across the academic landscape like a firestorm: iPads and then Chromebooks became the device of choice in the classroom. Students researched online as often as in the library. Textbooks morphed into resources rather than bibles.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 3, 2021

That reticence to ask for help or request training changed about a decade ago when technology swept across the academic landscape like a firestorm: iPads and then Chromebooks became the device of choice in the classroom. Students researched online as often as in the library. Textbooks morphed into resources rather than bibles.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Online Reading –when the classroom library isn’t available, use one of the many online libraries or story collections to inspire reading. Or, put students in breakout rooms (available in virtual meeting webtools like Google Meet and Zoom) and have them discuss the day’s learning with each other.

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Game-Based Learning Learning Common Core Digital Citizenship 328

EdTech Magazine

MAY 3, 2019

For example, libraries are often large, open spaces and can be easily transformed into computer laboratories. Sleek, compact charging carts hold tablets and Chromebooks while taking up little space. Upgraded network storage solutions can help to meet storage needs while occupying less space.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 2, 2022

That reticence to ask for help or request training changed about a decade ago when technology swept across the academic landscape like a firestorm: iPads and then Chromebooks became the device of choice in the classroom. Students researched online as often as in the library. Textbooks morphed into resources rather than bibles.

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Digital Citizenship Chromebook Laptops Training 274

MindShift

JULY 31, 2020

Hunter and her colleague Rachel Krumenacker at the Chattanooga Public Library in Chattanooga, Tennessee, had filmed the DIY craft on a Zoom call from their respective living rooms. They posted it to the library’s YouTube channel as part of their new summer programming, the majority of which is taking place online due to COVID-19. . “We

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Libraries Social Media Digital Badges Accessibility 68

ViewSonic Education

MARCH 7, 2019

Time is a limited resource. Yet, iPads and Chromebooks have their limitations. Does your school issue laptops or Chromebooks to all students? Many schools still lack the resources to implement 1:1 learning. Integrating workstations into the school library is a popular approach. Have limited staffing resources?

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Laptops Libraries STEM Chromebook 179

Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Have a library of books intended to be read aloud. Whether you have iPads, Macs, PCs, or Chromebooks, teach students as young as kindergarten how to access the book curation tool (such as iBooks, RAZKids, Kindle, or another) to find stories to read with each other. How do I create a classroom library checkout system?

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Adobe iPad Groups Digital Citizenship 356

Digital Promise

MAY 22, 2019

With all of this money and technology coming into my city, how does the lack of tech resources in the public schools remain the same? In my school, many students don’t know what edtech is, let alone have access to the resources edtech could provide. Next, I’d try to identify which products would meet my needs and how to access them.

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Technology EdTech Learning Accessibility 313

Hapara

MARCH 22, 2023

Your school district may issue one type of device to learners, such as Chromebooks. So whether your learners use Chromebooks, iPads or their phone for class activities, Hāpara Filter protects them online. It also allows educators to safely include YouTube in their learning resources.

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Assessment Google Chromebook Tablets 144

The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 5, 2016

Teachers wanting to implement Google Classroom can use these resources to get started, level up their learning, or become a pro at all things Google. I’ve spent several weeks combing through resources and have picked some of my favorites. I’ll keep updating this page as I add resources. Google Classroom Resources.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Thankfully I have an amazing staff who are very seasoned … I had a number of meetings and said, ‘Here’s the problem, how do we even begin to solve it?’” When we went into shelter-in-place on March 17, we were clearing out Chromebook carts [not only] for students but also for our own employees.

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Chromebook Laptops Broadband Accessibility 195

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 13, 2020

” –from the American Library Association. This severely affects the way the school makes the best use of their investment in Chromebooks, iPads, and technology in general. You can find her resources at Structured Learning. Teaching Digital Rights and Responsibilities. learningdotcom. NorthStarDigLit.

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Assessment How To Digital Badges Digital Citizenship 454

Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Here are some ideas, from a time commitment of a few minutes to a few hours: Activities for your class Read-aloud books Have a library of books intended to be read aloud. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum.

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Adobe iPad Groups Digital Citizenship 195

techlearning

OCTOBER 5, 2018

But, we were still able to meet with new teachers, address technology issues and help arrange training for those who have never used ChromeBooks or Google Classroom. The library can supply video cameras for quick 90 second presentations. See Other Resources for more sites. It’s Fall Y’all! Teen Read Week: October 7-13 ?TRW

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 3, 2020

That reticence to ask for help or request training changed about a decade ago when technology swept across the academic landscape like a firestorm: iPads and then Chromebooks became the device of choice in the classroom. Students researched online as often as in the library. Textbooks morphed into resources rather than bibles.

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Digital Citizenship Chromebook Laptops Training 223

Digital Promise

MARCH 24, 2020

While this new reality won’t be easy, the good news is there are many resources to help educators and parents navigate the road ahead. In addition to sharing quality, parent-friendly, digital resources to support home learning, it’s critical to address and consider the Digital Learning Gap that is being further exposed.

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Digital Divide Social Media Online Learning Examples 288

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 26, 2019

Each targeted quest curates a collection of third-party apps, webtools, videos, games, and other resources that focus on particular math or reading skills identified by the teacher or from the student’s earlier work as an area of academic need. In fact, some students can be working on Chromebooks while others use iPads.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

This includes typical LMS (Learning Management Systems) functions like homework, classwork, schedules, quizzes, resources, and gradebooks so stakeholders–teachers and students–can access them from any location and any digital device. media library –collect and share media resources. workshops and online meetings.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 30, 2023

Gretchen Zaitzeff, District Library Media Specialist for Canyons School District in Utah, says the solution to this is “to meet kids where they are, which is on their phones or other devices.” Digital access also allows them to move from a device at school, like a Chromebook, to their phone or tablet at home.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 11, 2016

an LMS like Edmodo, Otus, or MyBigCampus–these often include an interactive gradebook, parent inclusion devices, a student discussion forum, polls, a way to collect and share resources, a class calendar, and access across a variety of digital devices. digital devices for students–Chromebooks, laptops, iPads, or netbooks.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 29, 2019

Have a library of books intended to be read aloud. Whether you have iPads, Macs, PCs, or Chromebooks, teach students as young as kindergarten how to access the book curation tool (such as iBooks, RAZKids, Kindle, or another) to find stories to read with each other. How do I create a classroom library checkout system?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 24, 2019

Their products are wireless, Bluetooth- and/or USB-connectable, and their SPARKvue software runs on Mac and Windows platforms, Chromebooks, iPads, iPhones, and Android. Most of these are simple enough for young learners with robust features for advanced applications and many come with K-12 curricular resources and support materials.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 18, 2016

Students can map out ideas, write stories, or relay events in a comic format using Storyboard That’s huge library of backgrounds, characters, text boxes, shapes, and images. This is a great approach to learning, meeting students smack in the center of their love of comics (think: the comification of education ). No fees charged.

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The Hechinger Report

APRIL 14, 2022

After schools went remote in 2020, Jessica Ramos spent hours that spring and summer sitting on a bench in front of her local Oakland Public Library branch in the vibrant and diverse Dimond District. Not just so students could keep learning during the shutdown, but so that the whole family had access to information and resources.”. “We

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 8, 2015

an LMS like Edmodo, Otus, or MyBigCampus–these often include an interactive gradebook, parent inclusion devices, a student discussion forum, polls, a way to collect and share resources, a class calendar, and access across a variety of digital devices. digital devices for students–Chromebooks, laptops, iPads, or netbooks.

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techlearning

MARCH 13, 2018

WeVideo Essentials’ easy to access and use video, image and music stock assets eliminates the time-consuming distraction of students having to scour the Internet for the resources they need to express ideas and demonstrate what they know. Resources of this caliber are normally very expensive and well out of the reach of most classrooms.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 5, 2016

Students map out ideas using a huge library of backgrounds, characters, text boxes, shapes, and images (with over 325 characters, 225 scenes, and 45,000 images). Here’s how it works: Log into your account and Storyboard That automatically adapts to your device (whether it’s a desktop, Chromebook, or iPad). No fees charged.

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The Cornerstone for Teachers

MAY 28, 2019

Each Chromebook is numbered and has a corresponding cord in the Chromebook cart. It is their responsibility to plug their Chromebook in the correct slot. We have a Chromebook checker class job. This student makes sure each Chromebook is plugged in at the end of the day. Here’s how I do it.

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techlearning

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Whether you have 1:1 iPads, Chromebooks, BYOD or are still deciding on devices, Christie Boen, Instructional Technology Coach and District Librarian at Bend-La Pine School District, will help you create a content and technology plan for success in the classroom and library using ebooks and audiobooks.

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techlearning

JULY 18, 2018

Whether you have 1:1 iPads, Chromebooks, BYOD or are still deciding on devices, Christie Boen , Instructional Technology Coach and District Librarian at Bend-La Pine School District, will help you create a content and technology plan for success in the classroom and library using ebooks and audiobooks.

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techlearning

JUNE 21, 2018

Here are some of the most recent winners: School District 51 (CO) students scored 9,000 new Chromebooks for the next school year. The Chromebooks and charging carts were purchased with $3.18 A four-year replacement cycle will be set up for Guilderland’s Chromebooks. Another $32,724 will be used for school connectivity.

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Graphite Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Do teachers use Seesaw to teach live, like with Zoom or Google Meet? In addition, teachers can also use Seesaw to create a class blog, communicate with students and families, create and curate activities from a robust and ever-growing library, and assess student work via digital portfolios. Activities library: Just as Kahoot!

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Edsurge

APRIL 17, 2018

Alex was an enthusiastic 9th grader in my World History course and had just been issued a Chromebook as part of our district’s 1:1 implementation. I had worked hard to give students choices and resources for them to collaborate, explore and create. Importantly, though, the monthly meetings didn’t jump directly to solutions.

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Accessibility Libraries Digital Citizenship Survey 78

edWeb.net

JUNE 13, 2019

It was critical that school districts “get a handle on” digital tools and subscriptions in an attempt to streamline and create efficiencies in their districts that can lead to measurable improvements and learning outcomes while balancing student privacy and meeting annual budget. Data Analytics. Join the Community.

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EdTechTeam

JUNE 1, 2017

Backed by two teammates who had also attended the conference, we were eager to finally unlock the resources that our school’s Chromebooks had been patiently holding onto for months. As time passed, we started to settle down into our new and improved use of our Chromebooks.

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iLearn Technology

JANUARY 12, 2021

At Anastasis, we start every day with a whole-community meeting. Because you have a built-in video library, email library, form library, and the ability to automate, you could set this up one year and continue using it year after year! Obviously, 2020 wreaked havoc on that daily tradition.

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