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MAY 17, 2022

And when it comes to exam prep, there’s no reason you can’t use technology to make the process more engaging for your students. Technology can be a valuable tool for accomplishing this goal, and in this post, we’ll take a look at seven ways educators can use technology to help students prepare for exams.

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DECEMBER 11, 2023

This week, I’ll post updated suggestions to get your computers and technology ready for the blitz of projects you’ll accomplish in the New Year. Update your online profile –on your blog, your gravatar, FB, X/Twitter, professional groups, your PLN. Use images and videos. The ones you read last year, consider a reminder!

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JANUARY 23, 2018

The topic is one dear to my heart: How to use technology to teach writing in creative ways. Being organized and using technology well is important to all of us so you’ll get quite a bit of that as well as the latest news & trends. More on Technology and Writing. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 25 years.

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MAY 13, 2024

Here are twelve recommended by the Ask a Tech Teacher team: 12 Innovative Digital Tools to Engage High School Students In the ever-evolving landscape of education, keeping students engaged can be a challenge. A Tool That Helps Them Learn to Code Coding tools equip students with the ability to comprehend and create technology.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

But it was also on Facebook where in 2011 Jivani, then in ninth grade, posted a video of her removing the wig. In the video, she said that she sees beauty in everyone, while acknowledging that others’ words about her appearance had hurt her. Technology isn’t the root of the problem,” says Addyson-Zhang. Pedagogy is.”

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JULY 14, 2022

All of them, I’ve found well-suited to the task of scaling and differentiating tech skills for age groups, scaffolding learning year-to-year, taking into account the perspectives and norms of all stakeholders, with appropriate metrics to know learning is organic and granular. Includes free teacher manual and student videos. __.

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JUNE 15, 2022

Learn Letters with Max (video)–20 minute video with over 200 million views. Owl and Mouse Learn Letters –a group of websites to learn letters and sounds. Wheels on the Bus (video). Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. If any of the links above are dead, check the master list.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

AUGUST 21, 2015

“The most exciting breakthroughs of the 21st century will not occur because of technology but because of an expanding concept of what it means to be human.” Our students’ digital behavior influences our learning, language, rituals, values, routines, customs, and communication. 2012/09/digital- citizenship.html.

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Hapara

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

ASCD article , “One of the most important lessons we can learn after more than a year of pandemic-related disruption, is that it is not possible to have a truly equitable learning environment absent robust technology access. Support opportunity and equity with technology tools . Build autonomy, self-management and digital citizenship.

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OCTOBER 1, 2020

Wikipedia defines “cyberbullying” as: the use of information technology to repeatedly harm or harass other people in a deliberate manner. Examples include mean texts or emails, insulting snapchats, rumors posted on social networking sites, and embarrassing photos or videos. The video’s only seven minutes long, easily shown to a group.

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Waterford

JANUARY 23, 2020

Technology has done more to change school curriculum and practices than nearly anything else—and in such a short amount of time! While it can be hard to keep up with every trend in educational technology, the mindset you have when it comes to classroom tech matters just as much as which ones you use.

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Hapara

MAY 23, 2022

Without barriers in place, our students may see text, images or inappropriate videos for their age. An internet search can bring up videos, message boards, blogs or social media posts with toxic messaging. . Digital citizenship, online safety and 21st-century skills instruction. AI technology with real-time analysis.

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MARCH 28, 2024

Classroom Easter Egg Hunt K-5, ESL In this Easter egg hunt, students work in groups to find paper eggs hidden around the room or school. Easter Puppies Preschool-5th This is a darling two-minute video that features puppies and chickens decked out for Easter, frolicking through their own Easter egg hunt.

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Fractus Learning

AUGUST 5, 2022

By teaching the children good digital citizenship, you are keeping your children safe and helping them build an online presence they’ll be proud of…even at the age of 80. 9 Elements of Digital Citizenship. 1 – Digital Access. Unfortunately, digital access is limited or denied to some.

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MAY 9, 2022

Focus: Technology that addresses life in a fun, motivating way. Age Group: 3 rd -8 th grade. You select the option, then mold a Summer Tech Camp to what works for your student group. Videos in 2 playlists. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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AUGUST 10, 2023

All of them, I’ve found well-suited to the task of scaling and differentiating tech skills for age groups, scaffolding learning year-to-year, taking into account the perspectives and norms of all stakeholders, with appropriate metrics to know learning is organic and granular. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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Hapara

APRIL 11, 2023

Consider these ways your web filter should support rather than restrict digital learning. The best web filter should promote digital citizenship According to ISTE , digital citizenship helps students understand how to use the internet in positive ways. Learning shouldn’t be confined to campus.

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DECEMBER 11, 2021

This week, I’ll post my updated suggestions for three holiday activities that will get your computers and technology ready for the blitz of teaching that starts after the New Year. Check individual post tags and categories– whittle down the options while still authentically grouping your writing. Have you changed your focus?

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Hapara

MAY 20, 2022

Effectively incorporating technology tools such as Google G Suite, H?para Read on to learn tips for using technology in the classroom to promote deeper learning. . Have learners create digital products to demonstrate learning. Use technology tools for collaboration.

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APRIL 17, 2018

Instructional Technology Coaching (ITC) is a prevalent method of deploying on-going professional development for teachers , with a specific focus on the integration of technology into both the curriculum, as well as the method of instruction. 12 Rules of effective Instructional Technology Coaching.

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APRIL 19, 2024

Have students read the book, meet in study groups to discuss it, and then devise their own projects to address the concerns. Students will itemize their usage at the start of the month, meet in small groups (or as a class) to discuss ways to reduce this, and then weekly rerun the calculator to see if they’re improving.

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FEBRUARY 16, 2019

Its a destination, always fresh with reviews of apps, video, books and more as well as advice for teaching with technology and outstanding curriculum. The updated, ready-to-teach digital citizenship lessons address realistic challenges and dilemmas faced by today’s students. Bilingual content is also coming soon.

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MAY 5, 2021

Whether we call this hybrid, concurrent, blended learning, or something else entirely, Common Sense's Digital Citizenship Curriculum and teaching resources are designed to foster rich discussions for all students, regardless of how and where they're learning.

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OCTOBER 21, 2019

When I started teaching, videos were used only for a few reasons: to teach historical events, as a prize for something students did well, or for the sub to fill the time while I was out. Why use videos. Today’s videos are highly-effective learning tools, cerebral entertainment, and well-suited to visual and auditory learners.

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JANUARY 17, 2022

Most teachers I know have used Twitter in their classes either to communicate with parents, share homework with students, for group study, to research on a topic, crowd source ideas with colleagues, or a myriad of other purposes ( click here for more ideas ). Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. Classroom Use.

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JULY 25, 2023

Why Incorporate Technology In Math Education With smart technology becoming an integral part of everyday life, the average student interacts with different technologies day-to-day. A math teacher has a better chance of holding students’ attention during class time if they make technology part of the lesson.

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APRIL 7, 2023

Classroom Easter Egg Hunt K-5, ESL In this Easter egg hunt, students work in groups to find paper eggs hidden around the room or school. Easter Puppies Preschool-5th This is a darling two-minute video that features puppies and chickens decked out for Easter, frolicking through their own Easter egg hunt.

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APRIL 19, 2023

Every Earth Day (April 22, 2023 this year–see our previous article on Earth Day Class Activities ) someone in your school, maybe the parent group, raises the question of WHY NOT a paperless classroom? Digital calendars Does anyone carry around a calendar book any more? Really, though: Why not? quick methods like texting are fine.

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MAY 19, 2023

Open Library Open Library is a curated list of over 20 million books (and growing) that are available worldwide to all age groups whether from the public domain or under copyright protections. Aimed at school-age children, categories include, earth, animals, STEM, family, create and play, know and learn, technology, and more.

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JUNE 8, 2022

Does the site offer clear assistance in the form of videos, online training, or a helpline? Has it received awards/citations from tech ed groups I admire? Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. For more complicated tools, how steep is the learning curve ? How current is it?

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MAY 20, 2022

At the beginning of the 21st century, the definition of digital equity revolved around the provision of a digital device to every student. Usually, that meant desktop computers, iPads, and laptops, either in small groups or 1:1. World Cat only includes libraries that have joined the World Cat group. . Open Library.

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JUNE 9, 2022

With the growing interest in tech comes a call for summer school programs that supersize student enthusiasm for technology. Working in groups, students research opposite sides of an issue, then debate it in front of class. Once resources have been collected, present to the group for discussion. review with a critique group.

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DECEMBER 8, 2023

Detailed directions, project guides, educational resources, and videos can be found online in the Ward’s Science database. Though the video shows how to make the dough, you don’t have to do that. Break students into pairs and have one student write the steps required to do something (the video suggests stacking cups).

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AUGUST 30, 2016

It is a free group writing website for teachers where their students can develop and enhance their writing, reading, vocabulary, and peer assessment skills through three collaborative tools. I nodded my head through the entire thing (especially with the ending): Click for more videos like this.

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JULY 10, 2023

3 Fun Ways to Use Tech in the Classroom in the Run-Up to Summer Summer is right around the corner and as a teacher, you might be in search of creative ways to leverage technology to ensure your classroom remains an entertaining, engaging and educational space. Fear not, we’ve got you covered!

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OCTOBER 12, 2017

How can we have an impact on developing digital citizenship skills?”. Learning how to behave online responsibly and safely—a concept known as digital citizenship—requires access to social media tools in schools, they note. We truly believe that educating on the digital citizenship is a really big responsibility for us.

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JANUARY 3, 2022

As teachers move from a “teacher-lecturer” model of education to a “teacher-guide”, peer-to-peer learning–acquiring knowledge from a select peer group–has become a popular education strategy. Lessons are given by young adults, your students’ peer group. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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