Neo LMS

OCTOBER 5, 2017

Constructivist learning is an educational theory based on the psychological theories of Constructivist thinkers such as Jean Piaget. The progressive education movement has a number of hallmarks, these include: Learning by doing. Collaborative learning. Personalized learning. Group work.

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Neo LMS

JANUARY 29, 2019

Last time I focused on more purely tech phrases, such as “artificial intelligence” and “machine learning”, today I will zero in on a few education-based phrases that are often conflated or interchanged leading to a lack of clarity. Deep Learning vs. Deep Learning. For this reason, we call this approach to AI deep learning.”.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 12, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Students can build apps and collaboration skills at the same time. Today's episode features my friend Alefiya Master, the CEO of MAD-Learn, and the sponsor of today's show. When people ask me my favorite App-building tool, I always say MAD-Learn.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 15, 2022

You’ll see when you login that you start off by being able to add activities, explore the resources they have, or get some training on how to use this collaborative learning tool. As the teachers reading this post will know, we need to ensure that students are learning as the teaching process proceeds. References.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 30, 2023

These apps, often referred to as ‘image to text apps’ or ‘scan to text apps,’ offer a seamless transition from paper to pixels, enabling students and educators alike to capture and manipulate text from a variety of sources. This is where the concept of ‘picture to text apps’ becomes a game-changer.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 13, 2018

It’s becoming more common to take online classes or blend traditional with online learning. These help individuals to create a frame of reference of behaviors within themselves and prompt them to act. Learning management systems allow for social learning to take place. How Online Learning Supports Social Learning.

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ViewSonic Education

MAY 22, 2022

Read on to learn about what digital accessibility is and why it’s essential for all academic institutions, or explore ViewSonic’s collection of Education solutions for the modern classroom. . At the same time, a focus on digital accessibility can empower these students to enjoy the same learning experiences as their peers. .

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

From traditional methods like lectures to innovative approaches such as active classroom learning and technology integration, these techniques play a vital role in shaping educational outcomes. Effective teaching strategies encompass a variety of approaches tailored to engage students and promote meaningful learning experiences.

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eSchool News

MAY 9, 2024

This type of professional development goes beyond one-time workshops or surface-level training; it involves ongoing learning opportunities that promote deep reflection, self-awareness, and meaningful change in practice.

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ViewSonic Education

MARCH 2, 2022

The applications are many and can help leverage group learning, content sharing, and team effort. Keep reading to learn more about digital whiteboards and their key features or explore ViewSonic’s solution myViewboard and discover how you can seamlessly integrate it into your projects. . What is a digital whiteboard ?

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 5, 2022

In the C&I department, Katie supervises a team of 15+ instructional design coaches that serve about 20 school districts, oversees a national coach mentorship program, and also created and oversees Edge•U Badges, an anytime anywhere professional learning program for educators. To learn about Lumio and how to sign up for FREE, head to LUM.IO

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The Web20Classroom

JULY 29, 2013

This is the seventh post in my Summer Learning Series. First was Collaborative Learning With Edmodo and then we followed up with Learning With Hashtags. The hashtag is good because classes and teachers can send tweets and still reference your school with out mentioning you in the tweet. Then we looked at TED Talks.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 28, 2023

This statement underscores the need for more dynamic and flexible assessment tools that can truly reflect the multifaceted nature of learning and growth. Advantages of Portfolio Assessment Weaknesses of Portfolio Assessment Final thoughts References What is a Portfolio? Table of Contents What is a Portfolio?

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Learning with 'e's

JUNE 12, 2020

Let's start with collaborative online spaces. It relates to critical writing on wikis, but it can be applied to just about any collaborative online learning space: There is a spectrum of wiki activities that can be used to encourage critical thinking in writing. References Gunawardena, C. Unported License.

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Veative

AUGUST 20, 2018

This is the juncture at which virtual reality in education can be of use, in creating a more dynamic and participatory learning environment for young learners. Capturing the imagination of information-saturated students is perhaps paradoxically the easiest and hardest task for VR-based learning. The Future Forward.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 5, 2021

And there are also what roboticists refer to as “care receiving” as opposed to “caregiving” robots. And [follows] the Seymour Papert idea that you learn by teaching a technology to do something. It kind of goes back to 1980s theories of social constructivist learning. Summit Learning was a kind of popular one in K-12 in the U.S.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 31, 2012

To engage students in her classroom, she has developed an interactive, student-centered learning environment. Mrs. Chellani refers to Adobe Captivate as a “PowerPoint on Wheels.” In these learning modules, instruction is provided using digital content, simulations, videos, screen captures, voice-overs, etc.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

A few years ago, we wrote an article for EdSurge about our school, Taos Academy, and its personalized learning model, focused on flexible weekly scheduling. In that model, students come to campus a few days a week and learn online the rest of the time—not unlike what many schools are experimenting with these days.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Its significance is particularly pronounced in the realm of classroom learning, where it’s often invoked to explain the successes and failures in learning processes. Intrinsic motivation, a key component in learning, is driven by a natural curiosity and an inherent interest in a subject.

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Neo LMS

MARCH 19, 2019

Not having a clear idea of what you are supposed to do and having poor grades as a result of teamwork can snowball into a lifelong frustration with learning in groups. Read more: 5 Reasons e-learning is perfect for introverted students. Having many collaboration issues is not the standard for all classrooms.

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Learning with 'e's

JUNE 11, 2020

I also mentioned a very useful model that promotes creative, collaboration online writing. It can be adapted for a number of contexts, especially to promote various kinds of collaborative learning. References Gunawardena, C. Hershey, NY: Information Science Reference. Wheeler, S. Unported License.

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Learning with 'e's

MAY 2, 2019

We recorded micro-teaches - usually a 10 minute lesson - and then played back the footage to the students so they could see and hear themselves and learn from the experience. Video plays an important role in all of these alternative modes of learning experience (Brame, 2015) and will continue to do so with future developments.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 31, 2022

Surprise can increase learning and change the lives of our students in positive ways. The Johns Hopkins’ article, The Element of Surprise Helps Babies Learn Significantly Better , points to a phenomenon that impacts all ages. Today we will discuss how surprise applies to learning. Neuroscience of Learning - Related Episodes.

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Shake Up Learning

AUGUST 17, 2021

The post Back to School with the 4 C’s [Aligned Activities]- SULS0123 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this episode, Kasey shares learning activities that align with the 4 C’s, as well as tips to help you build these skills throughout the school year. Are there some that you rarely implement?

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Kitaboo on EdTech

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022

Interactive learning is a major value-add. . Flexible Learning Approaches . All learners do not learn at the same pace through the same methodologies. Learners with various difficulties and challenges can learn more effectively through digital books because of the accessible design of the product. Collaborative Learning

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Learning with 'e's

JUNE 12, 2020

Here's a snapshot of the model: The model starts with Exploration (where students are finding out about their new learning environment, discovering the do's and dont's and generally orientating themselves on the wiki). They judge the significance of their collaborative efforts and decide where they will go next in their learning journey.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

APRIL 22, 2024

eBook DRM, or Digital Rights Management, refers to a set of technologies and protocols designed to protect digital content. Customizing Accessibility Authorization and Licensing Encryption: The Shield of Protection Detecting Unauthorized Distribution Unique Codes DRM Variations IV. The Pitfalls of Traditional eBook DRM Solutions V.

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MindShift

MARCH 9, 2020

What is it like to be a Black girl learning math in U.S. More subtly dehumanizing experiences can include never being called on or not being referred to gifted programs. Black girls want math teachers and classrooms that are open to social interaction and collective learning. So is continuing to learn. The takeaways?

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Learning with 'e's

FEBRUARY 19, 2012

The institutional learning platform - the VLE - is a classic case of decisions made about learning without consulting the learner. How can we reach a place in education where students find their own level and make their own pathways through learning? Students can, and do, create their own personalised learning pathways.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 23, 2023

From elementary school students to those preparing for high-stakes tests like the SAT or GRE, these vocabulary apps provide a diverse range of features tailored to different learning styles and objectives. With features like new vocabulary-building quizzes, it transforms vocabulary learning into an engaging and interactive experience.

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Fractus Learning

AUGUST 26, 2021

Vygotsky proposed with his unique theory on social learning that learning occurred through social interaction in a social environment. Young children are curious, which motivates them to explore and understand their world; they actively participate in their own learning. Table of Contents What Is Vygotsky's Theory?

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Edsurge

MAY 10, 2017

From legal acronyms to the names of edtech trends, there seems to be an unending stream of new buzzwords—and accompanying tools—for educators to learn. Another agreed there’s a connotation of rigidity, stating, “I believe when learning isn’t fun, we are failing at teaching. Teachers are no strangers to education jargon.

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techieMusings

JUNE 21, 2023

Early in my teaching career, I attended a conference where a presenter shared a statement that has stuck with me ever since: “If there’s no sharing, there’s no learning. Bullis’s administration also places a strong emphasis on growth and collaborative learning. ” –Darren Kuropatwa.

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My Island View

DECEMBER 15, 2017

I think I might be in a state of depression as a result of my addiction to television News shows and the recent development of an affliction that I refer to as “screen screaming”. The big question that educators often ponder seems to be: In this age of technology and innovation does technology improve student learning?

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Learning with 'e's

JUNE 4, 2019

Image from Pixabay In preparation for my EDEN19 keynote later this month in Bruges, I have been making notes on connected learning. In the previous posts in this series (see list below) I explored the digital age and its impact on learning and teaching. One essential element of connected pedagogy is communication. Wheeler, S.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

AUGUST 14, 2023

Experiential learning is one of the key pedagogical concepts that informs the modern philosophy of teaching. Defined by the process of learning through doing, reflection, and active engagement, experiential learning takes learners beyond traditional classroom boundaries, immersing them in real-world scenarios.

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Learning with 'e's

MARCH 20, 2013

In education, the common objective is usually to learn specific content, skills or competencies within defined areas. Ostensibly, learning is an individual goal, and each student does tend to learn in their own way, using their own favoured approaches and tools. We refer to this as personalised learning ( a video explains ).

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