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EdTech that “Sparks Joy”

Neo LMS

While I have not read Marie’s book, and have so far avoided the guilty pleasure of her Netflix series, I do know that she uses a simple, definitive technique at the “decluttering” stage – of every item in your space, ask yourself, Does it spark joy? Launching right in is our very own NEO LMS. I believe the answer is yes.

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Reflective Learning as the New Normal

A Principal's Reflections

Below are some simple strategies that can be used to integrate reflection into any lesson: Writing - A daily journal, blog, and LMS (i.e., During a coaching visit I observed Zaina Hussein , a 4th-grade teacher at Wells Elementary , use this with her students (see image below). It can also be used as a form of closure. Hatton, N., &

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The challenges of mobile learning in the classroom

Neo LMS

78% of elementary school students, 69% of middle school students, and 49% of high schoolers now use a tablet in their school life. Data from the same Pearson survey says that 50% of high school students use learning apps, and this percentage grows in the case of students in elementary school.

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4 Steps towards digital wellness for students

Neo LMS

Back when I was in elementary school, I could only access the internet during Computer class. Communicate these things directly if you are using an LMS that has parent accounts. By this time you might be wondering: what does a healthy relationship with technology look like? What is digital wellness? This is far from the truth.

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Debunking 5 digital storytelling misconceptions

Neo LMS

Student engagement during classroom activities is definitely improved when digital storytelling is used. Even elementary school students can benefit from digital project-based learning , especially when it comes to developing their reading and writing skills. So today, it’s all about debunking them!

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PBL… Blended and eLearning – Part 1: Important Questions for the New School Year

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

Sometimes an LMS discussion will help and other times integrating with another tool can be beneficial. What tools are in the LMS and other district approved applications that allow teachers to facilitate online instruction resulting in student deeper learning and understanding? What are all the capabilities of the district LMS?

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Why I Use Edpuzzle: An Edpuzzle Review

The CoolCatTeacher

You can also add audio notes with your voice, but sometimes I want to include a definition or detail. I embed the videos in my LMS and students participate — and we’re good to go! I think that pausing the video and adding a short comment can help students process what they’ve just heard, especially when it’s a complex idea.