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iPads for Masterful Math: Randomizing Formative Math Assessment

The CoolCatTeacher

Sean Nank’s research shows that the single biggest method for improving learning with iPads is to use online formative assessments. You do not need iPads to implement and learn from this research. Now, Sean, you’re currently working with iPads and some online formative assessments for STEM classrooms. Opening Graphic.

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Research Based Strategies for Distance Learning with Dr. Matthew Rhoads

The CoolCatTeacher

The best thing about Planboard is I can plan my lessons anywhere – on my Mac, PC or iPad. is an Educational Specialist at a secondary school in a school district located in North San Diego County. This powerful tool links with standards — and gives us the ability to do some timesaving, efficient reporting and tracking.

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Technology Sparks Growth Mindset and Innovation in the Classroom

Digital Promise

In addition to technology and access, Verizon Innovative Learning Schools receive extensive teacher training, support, and the opportunity to engage in a unique, immersive curriculum to leverage technology in their classrooms. Technology extends the classroom beyond the school walls.

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From Consumption to Creation on the iPad

EdTechTeacher

Often times when schools go one-to-one with iPads, teachers continue to do what they’ve always done. I remember when I went one-to-one with devices in my secondary English classrooms. It’s not that using technology iPads as a substitut e for pen and paper is “bad.” Technology integration can be difficult. Chatterpix.

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AI in the Classroom — Educators Share Their Personal Challenges and Successes

Edsurge

Recently, we spoke with three participants of the AI Explorations program to learn about its impact in K-12 classrooms. She was an ISTE-GM AI Explorations program year 2 participant and has since implemented projects from the Hands-On AI Projects for the Classroom guides in her bilingual classes in Leander, Texas.

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#Supermuch teaching in the classroom and online

The CoolCatTeacher

We discuss what going to the next level in the classroom and in online learning means both at the secondary and college level. My career began in Arlington Heights, IL, where I taught 3rd and 4th graders English as a Second Language in a self-contained classroom. green ), and Securing the Connected Classroom (ISTE Press – bit.ly/securingGreen

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5 Ways to Build Reading Stamina in Adolescent Students

The CoolCatTeacher

With these big picture stats and stories coming from the classroom, teachers need advice on helping students develop reading stamina. Is reading stamina a need in today's classroom? The books literally are broken into text message-sized chunks making reading easier, plus Literal has classroom management features for teachers.