eSchool News

JULY 25, 2023

Click below to listen and scroll down for details and selected edited highlights: Creating Curious Classrooms is a free professional learning series for school and science curriculum leaders that takes a fresh approach to how the latest digital resources and tools can be integrated into instruction to drive engagement.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Around 70% of kindergartners can use educational apps on tablets or smartphones. Use should be appropriate, tied to classroom content areas, and guided. Importance of Professional Learning Network (PLN) 00:02:11:22 – 00:02:34:20 Debbie Tannenbaum discusses the importance of a PLN and how it has enriched her career.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Today, 95% of high school students access schoolwork on their smartphones whenever and wherever they need it. The Paradigm Shifts Technology access has monumentally increased and its purpose has evolved from ancillary classroom support to becoming the backbone of modern learning. How did we get here?

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techlearning

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

The abundance of easily-accessible mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops has made it easier than ever for video to become an embedded part of the teaching and professional learning process. Adam Geller is the founder and CEO of Edthena, a video coaching platform for teacher professional development.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 19, 2019

Whether providing lessons for sick kids or giving parents a weekly update on classroom activities, livestreams and podcasts offer teachers yet another way to connect with their students and families. Do you need to have a desktop or laptop to get the most out of the platform, or would a smartphone work best?

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edWeb.net

JULY 23, 2021

How to fully engage students: The current and next generation of learners have never lived without smartphones, the internet, etc. Rising need for social-emotional learning (SEL): Research shows as terrible as the growing achievement gap is, so is the rise in mental health issues among young people. Three Essential Recommendations.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 8, 2016

It all began around 2003 when the smartphone wars started with Blackberry, but was quickly taken over by the Apple iPhone in 2007. Paradigm shifts need to be driven by change agents in classrooms, schools, districts, and other educational organizations across the globe. At this point change began to happen at a rapid pace. Barrett, P.,

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Buncee

DECEMBER 9, 2020

I’ve been using Nearpod since 2013 when I went 1:1 with iPads in my 6th grade ELA classroom. I didn’t even own a smartphone yet, so I was learning how to use technology with my students in real-time. I loved how Nearpod allowed every student in my classroom a voice. My professional learning sessions are more interactive.

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Shake Up Learning

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Below, you will find a resource guide for CSEdWeek and Hour of Code, in order to help all of you K-12 educators bring coding into the classroom. There are even options to go “unplugged” if you do not have access to devices in your classroom because students can learn computer science principles with something as simple as a deck of cards.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

MAY 2, 2015

60 Smarter Ways To Use Google Classroom. Google Classroom is quietly becoming the most powerful tool in education technology. As such, it scratches the itch for many teachers in many classrooms right here, right now. So below are (at least) 60 thing you can do with Google Classroom. Flip your classroom.

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The Principal of Change

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

It is convenient, but does this lead to better learning in the classroom? My answer is that it could lead to worse learning faster. Uber, Airbnb, iTunes, and a myriad of other developments were created because smartphones were created. But innovation is a way of thinking, not merely the way we use technology.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 3, 2017

Video coaching is no longer a professional development buzzword or novelty, in part because of the accessibility of devices in today’s world makes it a convenient choice for educators looking to improve their practice. Today all it takes is a smartphone with a high-quality camera to get started. Make the barrier to pushing record low.

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edWeb.net

MAY 14, 2020

Ensure equity for all students, especially students with disabilities, low-income students, and ELL students through digital resources such as Google sites and Classrooms, television options such as PBS, and communication tools such as Google phone, and snail mail. He is a former classroom teacher and award-winning principal.

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The Innovative Educator

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

As access to high speed Internet spreads and smartphones become more and more a part of our lives, these networks have taken on a larger job in helping redefine the role of the educator and student. Educators and students are not roles defined by age or where a desk is placed in the classroom.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Moore says that before any rollout of sustainable and effective professional learning, there are four factors that school leaders must consider. Gaddis explained how Wake County focused their professional learning by first identifying three groups: teachers, leadership, and school library media coordinators.

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The Principal of Change

APRIL 30, 2017

It is definitely convenient, but does this lead to better learning in the classroom? My answer is that it could actually lead to worse learning, faster. Uber, AirBnB, iTunes, and a myriad of other developments were created because smartphones were created. Look at EdCamp. This leads to the next misconception.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 28, 2016

Every educator must know how to address these learning deficits in the classroom, because students must read, write, and spell in every subject. Terrie presented in the webinar, “How to Support Dyslexic Students in Your School,” sponsored by Learning Ally. For more information on Learning Ally, visit Learning Ally.

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Shake Up Learning

APRIL 17, 2017

And as the long-term poor relation, math is now facing an even bigger threat to its popularity in the classroom – technology. Students can work together on stories and assignments, sharing comments and suggestions with each other in much the same way they engage with their digital lives outside the classroom.

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The Innovative Educator

OCTOBER 9, 2013

There is no better way to support your students for real-world learning than providing settings they encounter in the real world. One of the best ways to get started and keep going is by developing your professional learning network of others who are also involved in this work. Here are some resources to do just that.

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techlearning

OCTOBER 17, 2018

Theodore invented Textricity, a smartphone case that harvests energy from finger taps on the screen to charge the phone’s battery. classrooms, 50 percent of all primary schools in the UK, and more than 50 countries around the globe. classrooms, 50 percent of all primary schools in the UK, and more than 50 countries around the globe.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 3, 2019

Summer may be a break from the daily work of the classroom, but any teacher knows it's not a "three-month holiday" by any means. It's when many of you have the breathing room to reflect on your teaching practice, gain new skills and approaches to your work, and connect with peers to learn from them and share your expertise.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Another advantage of audiobooks is that they can be made accessible at home and on smartphones, not just in the classroom. One audiobook user said, “I never realized I liked books.”. Jennifer has presented at local, state, national and international conferences in the area of AT. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

JULY 10, 2018

Kimber has been a classroom teacher, technology resource teacher, and is now the instructional technology coach for secondary schools for the School District of Pickens County. Accessible from any computer, tablet or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. She earned a B.S.

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edWeb.net

JULY 22, 2019

Howard: She agreed that tools can become outdated quickly, so they look at making products that can have a big impact on student learning in a short timeframe. When they talk to schools, their focus is on the classroom teachers and getting them to understand the value. Then, learning goals drive the decision.

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Fractus Learning

MARCH 23, 2016

For example, SmartPhones are a powerful communication tool, but it can also make communication impersonal. One popular educational model called the Flipped Classroom, combines the power of technology and pedagogy to enhance learning. The very medium used with good intentions could in fact create unintentional learning barriers.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 4, 2018

Summer may be a break from the daily work of the classroom, but any teacher knows it's not a "three-month holiday" by any means. It's when many of you have the breathing room to reflect on your teaching practice, gain new skills and approaches to your work, and connect with peers to learn from them and share your expertise.

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Graphite Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2014

Lifting the cell phone ban means that students are no longer prohibited from bringing their phones to schools; however, it does not mandate that schools use phones or other personal devices for learning. Lisa Nielsen, director of digital engagement and learning at the NYC DOE, shares how the district is preparing schools to move forward. “An

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 8, 2019

Everyday devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptop computers have made supporting and enhancing small group reading so much easier. As a classroom educator certified as an Orton-Gillingham tutor (CE/AOGPE), she uses her training and understanding of technology to empower students with learning disabilities.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 4, 2018

Summer may be a break from the daily work of the classroom, but any teacher knows it's not a "three-month holiday" by any means. It's when many of you have the breathing room to reflect on your teaching practice, gain new skills and approaches to your work, and connect with peers to learn from them and share your expertise.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 16, 2022

But when teachers are already looking forward to the end of the school year in December, they need additional resources to help them feel inspired and ready to tackle classroom challenges. This will help them learn how to pivot and change. Learn to compartmentalize. Learn to say no. Join the Community.

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My Island View

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

I started my Twitter account with a plan and focus to use it to develop collegial sources for my professional learning. Using Twitter for professional learning requires a collaborative mindset. Twitter for professional learning is not a passive exercise. This requires work. It does require time and effort.

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techlearning

JULY 27, 2018

Teachers can create transformational learning experiences for students by joining 3DBear’s AR Innovator Program. The program includes in-classroom professional development sessions. The Marketplace also includes free curriculum content from its partners, including Google Classroom, Newsela, and more.

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MindShift

JUNE 22, 2016

With so much going on in the classroom, many teachers don’t have the time to test out various apps and find the perfect tool to meet their needs. Michelle Luhtala , a school librarian in New Canaan, Connecticut, has noticed that much of her own work has transitioned from the computer to her smartphone. 30 APPS LIBRARIANS RECOMMEND.

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Kathy Schrock

OCTOBER 1, 2016

The Discovery Education in Action project allows educators to step inside the classrooms of these master teachers and watch their strategies and methods for use of the Discovery Education tools. These videos can be used in a number of ways to enhance classroom instruction. Register today !

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MindSpark

OCTOBER 12, 2023

From virtual assistants on our smartphones to self-driving cars, AI is already revolutionizing the way we live and work, and this trend will only continue. Learning about artificial intelligence also encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills, which are valuable across all subjects.

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edWeb.net

MAY 21, 2021

Still, the virtual program has seen children thrive who failed in a brick-and-mortar classroom so that personalization became even more critical. She has positively influenced the educational field in many roles, including serving as a classroom teacher, principal, assistant superintendent, and deputy director of schools.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 3, 2021

Over the years, Dr. Carter’s multiple roles in the district included classroom teacher, building-level administrator, and a number of district-level administrative positions, including Assistant Superintendent of Accountability, Operations, Student Services and Title IX Coordinator. Join the Community.

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