User Generated Education

JANUARY 22, 2023

To facilitate collaborative learning: ChatGPT or similar models could be used to facilitate discussions and collaboration among students, providing prompts and guidance for group projects and assignments. Now, similar work is often seen as innovative by colleagues. Later, I describe and show the work of my students.

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Neo LMS

JANUARY 18, 2022

Some kids who homeschool also solely attend classes online. Focus on building connections by trying things like one-on-one meetings or weekly check-ins where you give them a prompt to write or talk about, and you discuss it together. When they’re at home behind a computer screen, that’s an even more difficult task.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 22, 2019

It is also understandable to have concerns when considering the demands that some districts place on getting through the curriculum, so kids are ready for standardized tests. In an elementary classroom as class started the kids responded to the following prompt during an ELA block – “If you could be any animal, what would you be and why?”

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Edsurge

MARCH 20, 2024

Teaching creativity and creative thinking in K-12 has always been valued but often challenging to implement. Many standards and curricula don’t call out creativity explicitly, and teachers aren’t often trained on how to teach and assess creative thinking. How would you respond to that?

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Email Address Choose from our newsletters Weekly Update Future of Learning Higher Education Early Childhood Proof Points Leave this field empty if you’re human: While the reading and math “wars” have gotten a lot of attention in education in recent years, writing instruction has not received that same focus. What do you think?”

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 6, 2023

Also note, and ironically so, that due to the extended nature of this episode and that we have four speakers, the AI tools I use to write the transcript had a bit of a meltdown, and I've had to apply a significant amount of human intelligence to the transcript which delayed this episode to Thursday.

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SplashLearn

DECEMBER 27, 2023

This is where creative math writing prompts come into play. Math writing prompts are unique tools that blend […] The post 31 Best Math Writing Prompts for Kids of All Ages first appeared on SplashLearn Blog. But how can we make learning math more engaging and less intimidating?

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SplashLearn

DECEMBER 18, 2023

As the winter season wraps the world in its chilly embrace, it’s the perfect time to encourage our young ones to explore their creativity.

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User Generated Education

OCTOBER 3, 2021

Then, the other kids asked if they could do so, too. I witnessed their creativity, innovation, flow , positive social interactions, excitement, engagement, and joy during this student-driven activity. The pride I saw in him was what prompted me to write this post. They stay with me after lunch for an hour plus.

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SplashLearn

MAY 5, 2023

It not only unlocks the imagination but also improves creativity and vocabulary. For kids as young as third graders, writing prompts can be beneficial to kick-start their writing spree.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 16, 2019

Angela also has a free resource to help you write your summer plan that I recommend as very helpful. Eric Curts from Ctrl Alt Achieve From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Eric Curts @ ericcurts teaches us twenty-three ways to use Gsuite tools in our classroom. Learn more!

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SplashLearn

MAY 7, 2023

Writing help stimulates and organize thoughts in children. But, how do we inspire young children to write? Writing Prompts are a perfect genesis for developing writing habits in kids. They make them better off expressing whatever they have in their mind and feel a little less burdensome.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 12, 2016

Creative Literacy Lessons with Kids From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. These are just of a few ideas you can use to excite students about reading and writing. Writing can be fun. Let’s discuss lots of creative ideas that work. Writing Competitions.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 21, 2023

Recognized as an open-minded, creative ideator that fosters collaboration with teachers, administrators, and community members. Key strengths include relationship-building and growing a team's creative capacity rooted in the design thinking mindsets. Thanks to partners, these lessons are FREE for all K-12 schools and students.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 9, 2015

Writing should be exciting. You can teach writing skills with powerful multimedia based prompts and ideas, a global audience, and easy to use tools. John Spencer has the data to show that kids write more using this method. How can reluctant writers get excited about writing? Ideas inspire them to write.”

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Waterford

OCTOBER 29, 2020

No matter what the future holds for today’s students, one life skill that’s essential for success in any chosen field—and in life—is the ability to communicate clearly, and to exchange ideas in person, online, or in writing. Communication involves all four domains of literacy—reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

APRIL 4, 2017

Poetry is a great way to inspire your learners to be creative and imaginative with a topic. You can introduce a topic with a poem or have your students write poems where they explore various topics. Below, are resources and ideas for helping your students learn with poetry and write poetry. Enjoyed these ideas?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Over the next week, I’ll share ideas that will get you ready for Hour of Code. This includes (links won’t work until the articles are posted) : Hour of Code? Here’s why you should participate. Long list of websites by grade. 15 Unusual Projects. The Easiest No-coding Way to Build an Education App. Grade level: 5-12. Alt+0191 = ¿.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

OCTOBER 16, 2023

There’s just something about the fall that invigorates the senses and sparks creativity, don’t you agree? With the right decorations, you can trigger meaningful discussions, provide educational prompts, and even integrate your decor with edtech tools for an interactive learning experience. However, I have some reservations.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 27, 2018

So it definitely scales up for upper elementary and for middle school kids as well. Eric: The next one is Random Writing Prompt Generators with Google Sheets. Random Writing Prompt Generators with Google Sheets. What should I write a poem about? The first one is text prompt generator. Listen Now.

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Edsurge

MARCH 12, 2018

I love teaching and helping kids grow,” she added, “but I hate that writing instruction takes up hours and hours of my life.” A 2016 study of 3rd to 8th grade educators found that only 55% of teachers said they enjoy teaching writing. 9% of writing assignments in grades six to eight include long form writing.

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The Jose Vilson

JANUARY 11, 2019

One of them said, “Does this look like the kids are learning?” ” The question already prompted disapproval. With only a hint of irony in these adult voices, the call for creativity has rung louder recently. Questions like “Who gets to be seen as creative?” Don’t do that.

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NeverEndingSearch

APRIL 22, 2020

While these types of creative expressions may be published or shared with a class, or group, or the world, it may also function as a therapeutic activity–a strictly personal or family experience. Users may choose to select from a few basic prompts or talk about any subject of their choice. Every story is welcome.

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Waterford

DECEMBER 21, 2020

9] Once students think of a variety of answers, they then determine which answer best fits the question or prompt. Although divergent thinking is not synonymous with creativity—here defined as the ability to have new ideas or make something new—the two skills are closely related.[3] What is Divergent Thinking?

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Graphite Blog

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

In school, little kids are tracing their hands to make turkeys, while older students might be taking final exams. Highlighting the history behind various winter holidays encourages inclusion and lets kids learn about different traditions from each other. Try one, two, or 10 to keep kids thinking and creating while school's out!

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edWeb.net

JULY 19, 2022

From developing lesson plans, to performing administrative functions, to implementing creative strategies to spark student engagement and collaboration, today’s classroom teacher juggles more responsibility than ever and does so in less time than ever. Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast. Hybrid Learning and Flipped Classrooms.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 1, 2022

— As kids and teens return to the classroom, some for the first time since the pandemic hit in 2020, parents and educators are concerned about how the children will interact with each other and their teachers. Renton, Wash. Dungeons & Dragons is the best metacognitive tool for education that I’ve seen.

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Fractus Learning

AUGUST 17, 2021

Use it to display students’ art, writing, and creativity. A Thanksgiving board that’s meaningful to kids and parents. The teacher writes the kids’ names on the paper plate hats, but each child decorates their paper plate face and hat. Thanksgiving Bulletin Board Ideas For Preschoolers.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 13, 2017

Some teachers are using emojis in their writing prompts. They write about a situation where that emoji would be appropriate. It helps kids understand the purpose of a variable. Some teachers have kids draw or select their emoji as they come into class. 3 – Personalized Ways to Write and Create.

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NeverEndingSearch

APRIL 25, 2020

Another element of Reynolds’ platform is Write. The video series invites kids to creatively engage with the Ambassador’s passion for storytelling while discussing topics like creativity, connection, and imagination. Videos will be posted each week on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

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Fractus Learning

JANUARY 14, 2023

Teacher Question Of The Day For Kids. Fun Questions To Ask Kids About Family. Getting To Know You Open-Ended Questions Kids Love. Funny Questions Of The Day For Kids. Parent Question Of The Day For Kids. Best Kids Questions To Ask About The Day At School. Best Kids Questions To Ask About The Day At School.

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Fractus Learning

MARCH 8, 2021

Fantastic creativity and ideas out there! Here are our top 21 bulletin boards to delight teachers and kids. For most of the ideas, you can change things around and create your unique boards for your group of kids. The teacher can inspire creative writing by giving kids writing-prompt ideas.

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Fractus Learning

MAY 20, 2022

Keeping kids inside and entertained on a sick day or because of the weather can be challenging. Keeping kids inside and entertained on a sick day or because of the weather can be challenging. Armed with a list of creative and engaging indoor activities for kids, any parent can ward off cabin fever before it appears.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Can you find a creative way to use them to model self-control? Building social and emotional learning (SEL) skills such as self-control requires face-to-face interaction, meaningful discussion, and reflection. According to the Character Lab , self-control is controlling one’s own responses so they align with short- and long-term goals.

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Fractus Learning

APRIL 30, 2021

Used as an independent workstation, the instructions on how to interact should be clear so that kids can follow the directions without help. You will find writing prompts and craft templates on the site. An entertaining icebreaker that teaches kids more about other students in the classroom. Name The Genre.

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Edsurge

MAY 3, 2021

To spark engagement, Diy has had to get creative. When Carlo Diy throws out a question to his high school entrepreneurship and marketing students, he steels himself for an uncomfortable few moments ahead. It's just crickets,” says Diy, a second-year teacher at Durham Public Schools in North Carolina. That’s research.

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techlearning

OCTOBER 12, 2018

I love writing and working on creative writing activities with my kids! Just click the shuffle button to get a randomly generated prompt. Then, you can start writing your unique story using the information that you have. Writer Igniter is a very user-friendly web tool that you can use with your students.

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