The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 1, 2021

Rachael George shares advice on how to help kids now From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Students are returning to school and teachers and administrators know a learning gap is there. How do we close the gap without stressing everyone out? Never stop learning!

How To 406

How To Learning Elementary Company 406

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 30, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter How I teach students to be effective learners in an online classroom. This episode is an audio version of my presentation to students about how to be effective learners in an online classroom. If you don’t have Google Docs, just use this PDF.

How To 419

How To Classroom Learning Twitter 419

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 2, 2020

A few weeks ago, I published a blog titled “ 8 Ideas Designed to Engage Students In Active Learning Online.” ” I had several elementary teachers request that I work on a similar blog focused on younger learners. Below are ten strategies I hope will help elementary teachers to engage their young learners online. #1

Elementary 546

Elementary Strategy Groups Video 546

The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Here are my tips on how to use AI to help you write your plans. Learning moves forward in my classroom and students get so much done. Even when I am sick, my classroom can still learn and be a healthy place for progress. My lesson is written, and my work is posted in Google Classroom.

How To 336

How To Microsoft Elementary Assessment 336

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 24, 2021

Paolo Tolomeo gets kids excited about learning math and language arts by sailing the 7 seas. Learn how it does it, how he keeps on track with lessons, and how to avoid common mistakes when adding gamification to your classroom. So, go to advancementcourses.com/coolcat to learn more and use the code COOL20.

Gamification 493

Gamification How To Game-Based Learning Learning 493

The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Reading instruction can be challenging when a teacher has many different ability levels in her classroom. Furthermore, kindergarten and elementary grades are fundamental. Dr. Robb has written more than 25 books on reading but also takes 3-4 months each school year as a classroom teacher. eSpark is free forever for teachers.

Differentiated Instruction 337

Differentiated Instruction Elementary Groups How To 337

Edsurge

MARCH 27, 2024

One night per week, I teach preservice elementary school teachers who serve as paraprofessionals at K-12 schools in Louisiana, Arkansas, Alabama and California through Reach University. As Boaler asserts, “Everyone can learn math to high levels. My answer: an immersive, 15-credit-hour semester of math. Mistakes are valuable.

Classroom 198

Classroom How To Course Strategy 198

MIND Research Institute

APRIL 17, 2024

In the wake of the Tustin hangar fires, Heritage Elementary students and educators faced a myriad of challenges. Despite displacement and disruption, the collective resolve of students, faculty, and local supporters propelled education forward and ensured that learning prevailed. I was just really filled with hope,” said Smith.

Elementary 69

Elementary Assessment Classroom Strategy 69

The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Amy believes this pedagogical shift is a game changer in the music classroom Learn more. Project Pals has a useful classroom collaborative platform that lets you create and manage projects for your students. She has authored three books on how to integrate technology into the elementary music classroom.

Elementary 283

Elementary Classroom Twitter Company 283

The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 5, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Welcome to today's episode, where I will bridge the gap between AI in my classroom and your ears! There is no theory here, just lots of learning and some bumps along the way. Today I'm talking about how I'm using AI in my classroom.

Classroom 337

Classroom Blended Learning STEM Tools 337

The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter What is the Learning Pit metaphor? How can this illustration be used with students to help them learn? He also discusses the importance of drawing the Learning Pit correctly and how to teach it to students.

Learning 415

Learning Examples How To Twitter 415

Waterford

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

All of these 20 creative writing activities can be used with elementary school students to practice reading and writing skills. We’ve included options for both early elementary students, who may still be learning to write, and elementary students in upper grades who are ready to work on projects of their choosing.

Elementary 246

Elementary Exercises Study Classroom 246

The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 21, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter “In today's episode, we're thrilled to have Jay Schroder, author of “ Teach From Your Best Self, A Guide to Thriving in the Classroom. That is what you get with Modern Classrooms so go to coolcatteacher.com/modern today and sign up.

How To 388

How To Strategy Course Classroom 388

User Generated Education

APRIL 22, 2022

But elementary school-age kids do have the natural curiosity, imagination, drive, and ability to come up with innovative ways to change the world for the better. ” ( Young Kids Need to Learn About Social Entrepreneurship ). .” ” ( Young Kids Need to Learn About Social Entrepreneurship ). Expense Form.

Elementary 376

Elementary Survey Exercises Video 376

The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 13, 2021

Sometimes our own beliefs can limit our ability in the classroom – these are called self-limiting beliefs. Today’s guest, Dr. Brandon Beck, helps us learn how to face our self-limiting beliefs, appreciate the positive things we have done, and move forward to a brighter future. Social-Emotional Learning.

How To 336

How To Learning Company Elementary 336

Waterford

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Learn how the brain learns to read and get tips for effective, researched-based classroom instruction. These skills are a foundational part of learning to read. What is phonological awareness—and what part does it play in the process of learning to read? Want more Science of Reading?

How To 244

How To Classroom Elementary Secondary 244

Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 10, 2023

Here are great ideas from the Ask a Tech Teacher crew on how to keep tech fresh this summer. Elementary School – Interactive Learning Apps Picture your elementary school classroom filled with excited young learners, their eyes glued to their screens as they explore new ideas and grasp essential skills through educational apps.

Classroom 268

Classroom Elementary Robotics Digital Citizenship 268

The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Today's guest, Chris Chappotin, shares how he uses Notion to organize himself. He talks about how to get started and why people use it. How I Use Notion in the Classroom. I hope you'll experiment and learn about Notion. How to Get Started with Notion. Review a tutorial to learn Notion basics.

How To 301

How To Course eBook Twitter 301

Neo LMS

OCTOBER 3, 2019

In most classrooms today, students are seen working together in small groups, perhaps in learning stations in the classroom, and taking a more active role in learning. Social learning works. We have to think about what will work in our classrooms and with our students. Beyond the classroom space.

Collaborative Learning 408

Collaborative Learning Classroom Learning Digital Citizenship 408

Waterford

MARCH 16, 2021

Luckily, there are plenty of Internet resources available at your fingertips—with options for both synchronous and asynchronous learning-based classrooms. The first section includes 25 educational tools that can help you plan online activities for your classroom. 25 Online Educational Activities for Classrooms.

Elementary 264

Elementary Digital Citizenship STEM Video 264

The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 4, 2017

Teachers don’t have to be experts or “geeks” to use coding to improve literacy, use higher order thinking skills, and excite students in their classrooms. Elementary and primary students can learn to code. For Hour of Code week this week, learn how you can go past the Hour of Code and use coding all year long!

Elementary 247

Elementary How To iPad Exercises 247

User Generated Education

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

I cannot adequately express how grateful I am for educators’ generous and giving personalities as well for the social media platforms where they share resources and ideas. Since I know how much my learners love Among Us , I did an internet search for its use in classroom settings.

Game-Based Learning 435

Game-Based Learning Classroom Social Media Learning 435

Waterford

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Rather than letting that be a problem, you can structure your lesson plans based on your knowledge of the average student’s attention span and use specific strategies to keep them focused during learning time. Read on to learn more about the average attention span for elementary school students based on current research.

How To 246

How To Elementary Strategy Classroom 246

Edsurge

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Groven made the point during a recent panel discussion about how best to encourage viewpoint diversity in classrooms, hosted by the Free Speech Project , a nonpartisan initiative run by Georgetown University. And this seeps into the college culture within the context of a classroom. That includes librarians as well.

How To 124

How To Classroom Study Secondary 124

User Generated Education

JULY 12, 2020

I am planning to do anti-racist activities with my elementary students (5th and 6th graders) this coming fall. So not just black students who need to learn about their blackness and their history, but white students as well and nonblack people of color need to know our country’s history and talk explicitly about it.( I Am Poems.

Elementary 403

Elementary Adobe Examples Google 403

A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 6, 2023

Do you like being told or directed to do something a certain way even though you know it doesn’t align with your innate strengths, interests, or learning preference? It becomes even more of an obstacle to growth if you know how to demonstrate understanding but aren’t afforded different pathways to articulate a response.

Learning 280

Learning Elementary Strategy Examples 280

The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Michelle Zimmerman, author of Teaching AI: Exploring New Frontiers for Learning , talks about Artificial Intelligence and what we should be teaching kids in our classrooms today. They have a new classroom management tool called Collections.

How To 357

How To Classroom Microsoft STEM 357

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 28, 2023

We know that every student is unique and has their own learning needs. That's why in this podcast, we'll explore various differentiated reading strategies that can be adapted to fit the needs of every student in your classroom. Jennifer's Podcast: To the Classroom Conversations with Researchers and Educators. book that is new?

Strategy 421

Strategy How To Adobe Groups 421

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 14, 2021

Today’s guest, George Pearce, talks about how he streams Kahoot games, handles security and privacy, fights bots that allow cheating and attack his Kahoot games, and also how he deals with a lag to make game competitions more equitable even when hundreds of miles separate the learners. Twitter: @GPearceWSD.

How To 447

How To Software Microsoft Company 447

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 4, 2023

Today's guest, Tom Mullaney, shares how he uses Figjam with students and teachers; he explains why it is useful and gives tips and tricks that will engage students in the collaborative skills they need to be creative collaborators in today's world. How do these apps work? How do you set up a Figma/ Figjam education account?

Classroom 428

Classroom Adobe Google Chromebook 428

eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on innovative ways to engage students, digital resources, and online and hybrid learning strategies related to post-pandemic teaching. This year’s 4th most-read story focuses on creating an online elementary program. Do you want your program to be fully online?

Elementary 117

Elementary Blended Learning Guidelines Learning 117

A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 15, 2020

As of late, I have been working with quite a few districts on personalization through a variety of blended learning strategies. My experience in this area began over three years ago, thanks to having the opportunity to coach teachers and administrators at Wells Elementary School. Ownership of learning shouldn’t just be for students.

Strategy 395

Strategy Blended Learning Classroom Schoology 395

Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 21, 2023

“Show me a family of readers, and I will show you the people who move the world.” – Napoléon Bonaparte As the school year comes to a close and summer approaches, we need to encourage families to read and learn with their children at home. I also share recommended reading lists for elementary to high school students.

Schoology 362

Schoology Learning Libraries Facebook 362

EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2022

At Val Verde Unified School District, Darren Crist’s classroom was the first with a 3D printer. “I They came back already knowing how to use programs and what it can do and can’t do,” says Crist, a special education teacher at the district’s elementary school. I told my kids it was coming. We went on Christmas break.

Technology 350

Technology Classroom Education Elementary 350

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Key points: Literacy is critical for students–and elementary years are a pivotal time These online tools help students develop essential literacy skills See related article: How efficacy studies improve literacy instruction For more news on literacy, see eSN’s Innovative Teaching page Fall is the best time of year in Montana.

Elementary 136

Elementary Resources EdTech Differentiated Instruction 136

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 17, 2018

Some elementary classrooms are using self-directed badges for competency acquisition by students. In today’s show, Amy Cooper talks about how this is done, the advantages, and insights on student motivation. Open Badges in Elementary School. And Amy, you’re working with digital badges or open badges in elementary school.

Elementary 218

Elementary Digital Badges Twitter Company 218

Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

At the beginning of the school year, I find that by asking students to share their stories — either by creating an About Me or participating in some icebreakers — it helps build the essential relationships in our classrooms. Read more: Authentic learning and edtech: A match made in heaven.

Tools 535

Tools Learning Elementary Adobe 535