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How to build your global classroom in 4 steps

Neo LMS

Lock from the University of Calgary has developed a four-item framework to help teachers design authentic collaborative learning. Teachers can use the inquiry-based learning approach as a starting point for building the global collaboration project. Design and facilitation for collaboration. Professor Jennifer V.

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Wednesday, May 20 Events - The Learning Revolution Online Daily Education Conference #learningrevolution

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Welcome to the Wednesday, May 20th edition of the 2020 Learning Revolution daily online conference. The conference hashtag is #learningrevolution. 6:00 AM - How can I develop 21st century skills through Collaborative learning with English Language Learners in my teaching learning process? See you "online!"

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6 Ways Technology Can Reinvent Parent-Teacher Conferences

Edsurge

We’re about a third of the way into the school year and we know what that means: The dread of parent teacher conferences! But conferences would not make it on my Top Ten Reasons I Like to Teach list. the traditional parent teacher conference as it once was is both redundant and outdated. Skype your conference.

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How K–12 Schools Can Create Flexible Seating in the Classroom

EdTech Magazine

MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out the basics of a modern learning environment. A flexible classroom is a learning environment that utilizes an “agile physical setup that will accommodate both independent and group work,” according to a CDW white paper on constructing modern classrooms. What Is a Flexible Classroom? Photo: Nick Hagen.

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4 Ways to Discover the Best Edtech

Digital Promise

Technology can bring about new learning opportunities, support student engagement, help create a collaborative learning environment, and provide necessary and immediate feedback, among other digital age skills. Go to conferences. Attending conferences, while expensive, can help you stay on the cutting edge of edtech.

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My Education PD Viewpoint

My Island View

This can be achieved through a needs assessment, surveys, or focus groups. Once the needs and interests of the educators are identified, the next step is to provide them with opportunities for self-directed learning. Professional development should be personalized and allow educators to take ownership of their learning.

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20 New Ways to Use Google Classroom [infographic]

The Shake Up Learning Blog

SAT/ACT Study Groups. When it comes time to prepare for the SAT and ACT, often times students will form study groups across the area or region. And think about using it for your adult organizations as well like church groups, alumni associations, intramural teams, and philanthropic organizations. Google Educator Groups (GEGs).

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