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What Is Prior Knowledge and Why it Matters?

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

In this post, we will delve into the intricacies of prior knowledge, guided by significant research findings, discuss some of its types and examples, and explore how this understanding can transform educational practices.

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5 Digital Tools That can Help Educators Manage the Workload

EmergingEdTech

Guest writer Nancy Lin offers 5 free web apps with phone based counterparts, that can be a huge help in classroom. Not so long ago, teachers had to rely largely on an extensive knowledge base, [Please click on the post title to continue reading the full post. Thanks (and thanks for subscribing)!].

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10 Effective Ways Teachers Can Make Learning Relevant and Meaningful

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

It’s allowed me to discern not just what literature suggests but what truly works in the dynamic, ever-evolving environment of a classroom. In this post, drawing from both scholarly research and my personal experiences, I aim to share strategies that can make learning more relevant and meaningful for students.

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Harnessing the Power of Bloom’s Taxonomy: A Deep Dive into Bloom’s Verbs

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

As an educational researcher with several years of teaching experience, I’ve often found myself reflecting on my classroom days. This level involves making judgments or forming opinions about the value of information based on criteria and standards. What truly makes a lesson engaging?

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SMART, Samsung offer a boost for collaboration

eSchool News

The SMART Samsung Chromebook 3 Bundle features SMART amp and is fully integrated with Google Classroom and Apps for Education. Under the new agreement, schools can purchase a classroom-wide package including several Samsung Chromebook 3 devices , associated licenses for SMART amp, and access to SMART’s online professional development.

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70+ Engaging Debate Topics for Students

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Engaging students in debates around various topics will not only enhance their rhetorical and speaking skills, but will also develop their research competencies and expand their knowledge base. Post-pandemic classrooms are different from the pre-pandemic ones. 21st century teaching/education/schools/classrooms are different.

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Best Search Engines for Teachers and Educators

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

From academic search engines that open doors to vast knowledge bases, to kid-safe search engines that ensure a secure online experience for our youngest learners, this post aims to provide a well-rounded resource for anyone involved in education. It’s an excellent resource for teachers looking for classroom-ready content.

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