Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Indeed, once you understand how to foster self-directed learning, it’s like unlocking a whole new world of educational potential. You’ll definitely want to read “What is Self-Directed Learning?” The collective intelligence can often speed up the learning process.

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The Web20Classroom

JUNE 19, 2019

Much of the advice you hear is great and definitely worth considering, so of course, we want to add our advice into the mix. There are so many hidden gems by presenters who may not have a huge Twitter following or award-winning blog. Steven is still a skeptic of flipped classrooms and AR/VR. Push yourself. Flying solo?

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Kyle Pace

JUNE 7, 2017

One thing that I think summer is great for in terms of professional learning is investing the time to better understand how you can use social media as an educator. Social media can be used as a great communication tool for a district, school, or a classroom. Here are some options to think about: Twitter. Yep definitely.

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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. That fear can definitely come in there. A Google Certified Innovator & Trainer, she shares resources on Google+, Twitter, & her blog. Twitter: @wterral. Vicki: Yeah.

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TeacherCast

FEBRUARY 9, 2019

You know how hard it is to be in charge of professional learning for hundreds of teachers and are often reaching out to your PLN to get the best answers, tips, and tricks so you can bring them into the classroom. Follow Tech Coach Hashtags on Twitter. Please contact us today by email , voice message , or Twitter.

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techlearning

MAY 31, 2018

While summer is definitely a time to unwind without guilt for me, it is also a time where I want to grow as an educator. When I asked the educators in our Passionate Readers Facebook group what their plans were for re-energizing themselves over the summer, every person who answered had some sort of professional learning they wanted to do.

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Gaggle Speaks

JULY 26, 2017

Earlier this year, I had the chance to see the authors of Hacking Google for Education: 99 Ways to Leverage Google Tools in Classrooms, Schools, and Districts in action. I featured a review of their book, 140 Twitter Tips for Educators on my site ClassTechTips.com last year. Monica Burns.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 13, 2019

According to Davis, Fuller, Jackson, Pittman, and Sweet (2007) , the definition of digital equity is “equal access and opportunity to digital tools, resources, and services to support an increase in digital knowledge, awareness, and skills.” Professional Learning. Honest Conversation. Innovative Approaches.

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MIND Research Institute

JANUARY 24, 2017

Educators from around the country met up on Twitter on January 12th to chat about creating blended learning environments via #STMathChat. Many educators are using Twitter to communicate and share teaching ideas, strategies and tips. Here's one teacher's story on using twitter to create a Professional Learning Network (PLN).

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Shake Up Learning

MARCH 12, 2019

As co-host of The Google Teacher Tribe Podcast , and host of the soon-to-be-released Shake Up Learning Show , it’s no secret that I like podcasts. I am also an avid listener of many podcasts myself, both for professional learning and personal interests. Podcasts for Professional Learning. What Is A Podcast?

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Shake Up Learning

JUNE 16, 2020

Did you know that you can copy and paste emojis into Google Classroom and Google Drive? She runs professional learning at her school, and works to engage her teachers in different projects to push their teaching boundaries. . Additionally, she has been working to bring healthier classroom practices to her students. .

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Chronic absenteeism is on the rise this year at a time when it is critical that students are present, engaged, and participating in their learning. Sitting in an in-person classroom environment did not have the challenges presented in our remote learning environments where students sit at home in front of a computer screen.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

AUGUST 23, 2020

Please take a moment to subscribe by email or RSS and also give me a follow on Twitter at mjgormans. These important attributes of a PBL classroom need to be intentionally thought out as part of the online experience. Online learning programs set up to push content are not any different then lecture-based teaching.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 12, 2019

However, said Jamie Knowles, Senior Manager of Educator Professional Learning Programs at Common Sense Media, social media also has the ability to help users share their stories and shed a positive light on their activities. Enhance student learning: Social media is ubiquitous. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. About the Presenter.

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MSEDTechie

SEPTEMBER 5, 2014

On a scale from 1 to 5 (1 not well, and 5 being very well) How well did you integrate technology in your classroom? Notice I didn''t say how well did you USE technology in your classroom. There is definitely a difference between using and integrating. Create a Dropbox account for your classroom. Think about last year.

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EdTechSandyK

APRIL 23, 2012

Notes from FutureofEducation.com Webinar Steve Hargadon , Moderator Vicki Davis and Julie Lindsay , authors of Flattening Classrooms, Engaging Minds [link] Book was three years in the making. Wanted to tell the story of the classroom teacher and show these things are really happening. So, learning can improve by doing pilot projects.

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Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2019

Educators often go to professional development events, including technology conferences for a variety of reasons. For some, it is a rare opportunity to learn the latest in education and technology. But are attendees always focusing on the most important takeaways?

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EdTechTeam

OCTOBER 31, 2016

As a former teacher, I get jealous when I hear success stories from classrooms around the world. As an educator, I would definitely take advantage of the Facebook Community , use the # appleteacher hashtag, delve into the trove of resources offered, and investigate professional learning opportunities for Mac and iPad.

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Baker's B.Y.O.D.

AUGUST 15, 2013

Megan is the guest moderator on the Canadian Ed Chat (#cdnedchat) on Twitter who enjoys expanding her PLN and learning about new tech tools to improve her teaching and class experience. On Tuesday, I participated in a virtual conference - a professional learning opportunity - called #Edmodocon.

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EdTechTeam

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

I’m in the midst of my eleventh year in the classroom and have always been a hyper-focused educator. I want to be her safety-net, her first line of defense, and her guide on how to succeed in her classroom and with her students. I definitely don’t have all of the answers, but I have a ton of ideas. Yes to new experiences.

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EdTechTeam

JANUARY 8, 2018

I really look back at this experience as one that jump-started my professional learning. As I explored some of the tools and tips my brother passed on, I joined Twitter and began building my PLN, and my eyes were opened to the whole world of people, resources, and ideas that were out there! It is definitely worth it!

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EdTechTeam

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

The next week, the materials arrived in my classroom. Within one month from learning about Donors Choose , my students were receiving innovative materials and I became a man obsessed with getting them even more! Simple is definitely best. If you need help, connect with me on Twitter: @mrdearybury1. Total cost, $1500.

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Edsurge

JULY 18, 2016

And if I can find an opportunity that allows me to further my learning without sacrificing my summer vacation—or better yet, enhances it—you can bet I’m going to be the first to sign up. The nice thing about summer learning is choice. Designing for the 21st Century Classroom. Classroom Device Management.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 3, 2021

UDL is a framework to improve and optimize teaching and learning for all people based on scientific insights into how humans learn.” ” UDL celebrates learner variability as an asset in the classroom. This definition is grounded in constructivist principles and positions students at the center of learning.

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Reading By Example

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

What does it mean to be “connected”, as a professional and a learner? I think it is a working definition for many educators, myself included. Just as student learning can become more personalized with technology in the school mix, so to should professional learning. That works for me.

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EdTechTeam

JANUARY 30, 2019

By general definition, imposter syndrome is when someone doubts their accomplishments, and fears to be viewed as a fraud despite high achievements. We project the imposter syndrome differently: We can turn it inward exactly by definition. My mentor for my time in the classroom is different from my mentor in leadership.

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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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TeacherCast

NOVEMBER 29, 2015

Twitter: @TechEdShow ([link]. Quick Tweet for Multiple Twitter Accounts. Grad Student Necessity December 26, 2014 by dr.j_cyrus from United States I recommend this podcast as one of the resources for the professional learning networks (PLNs) that my graduate students create each semester. TechEducatorPodcast.com.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

JUNE 6, 2016

Also, please take a moment to subscribe to this blog by RSS or email and join me on twitter at mjgormans . I have some great posts coming your way involving PBL, STEM, tech integration, and a continuing series on Professional Learning Communities! Let’s take a moment to understand those 21st-century skills.

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TeacherCast

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Grad Student Necessity December 26, 2014 by dr.j_cyrus from United States I recommend this podcast as one of the resources for the professional learning networks (PLNs) that my graduate students create each semester. This is such a great teaching/learning resource. tools in the classroom and much more. Highly Recommended!

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Barrow Media Center: Expect the Miraculous

JANUARY 29, 2016

Donna MacDonald (Vermont) and Jenny Lussier (Connecticut) are two wonderful friends who inspire me through my professional learning network, and they also have these robots on loan. Across 24 hours over 51 countries and more than 800 classrooms empowered students’ and teachers’ voices in multiple online formats.

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Fractus Learning

OCTOBER 20, 2016

As well as being an English teacher and a member of the professional development team, I was also integral in developing pedagogical outcomes and disseminating information through weekly professional development sessions. We hadn’t heard of Twitter as an effective Professional Learning Network ( PLN ).

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

JUNE 23, 2016

First, please take a moment to subscribe to this blog by RSS or email and join me on twitter at mjgormans . I have some great posts coming your way involving PBL, STEM, tech integration, and a continuing series on Professional Learning Communities! As always, I invite you to follow me on twitter ( mjgormans ).

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Shake Up Learning

AUGUST 24, 2015

This year SXSWedu takes place March 7th - 10th, and includes engaging sessions, interactive workshops, hands on learning experiences, film screenings, early stage startups and a host of networking opportunities. If you haven’t checked out the event before you should definitely visit their site to learn more.

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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 kind of defies definition. It almost defies definition, but it’s a way to publish something almost like a blog except that it is actually interactive. It’s sort of created its own genre.

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Learning with 'e's

MARCH 20, 2011

I have written about 2020 learners , 2020 classrooms and 2020 curriculum (focusing mainly on assessment of learning), and also touched on what we might see with 2020 learning technologies. Most teachers would agree with this as a definite and positive future for schools. So what might teachers be doing in 2020?

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