The Web20Classroom

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

Social media often gets a bad wrap when spoken in the same breath as education and learning. Ask around and many folks might consider it to be a time suck or a place where very little learning happens and therefore has no place in the classroom. Social media can provide many benefits to student learning and understanding.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 7, 2019

Community providers, such as the University AME Zion Church (UAMEZ) in Palo Alto, California, understand that digital literacy development, like any learning, starts with building trust in the community and meeting learners where they are. Tech Team members learn to navigate livestreams on social media such as FaithLife , for example.

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ViewSonic Education

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Most commonly, it’s associated with virtual reality (VR) technology, augmented reality (AR) technology, social media-like features, blockchain technology , and the use of controllable avatars. ’ The company saw the metaverse as the future of online social interactions and as the evolution of existing social media.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

When discussing healthy web use, parents and teachers should address the topic of social media. Social media can undermine teens’ mental health , as young users of social sites like Instagram and Facebook report higher levels of eating disorders, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and suicidal thoughts.

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Neo LMS

MAY 2, 2017

Students are particularly excited about all of the new possibilities digital learning can offer. Why do kids love e-learning? Social media channels provide the digital alternative for the “traditional” social life and support communication within online communities non-stop.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Bringing Science to the Public One of Caitlin Light’s many duties as an assistant professor at Binghamton University is running the social media accounts for the first-year research immersion program, and students quickly had some advice for her: No one uses Instagram anymore. Will it come to play a role in college classrooms?

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MARCH 17, 2018

Get your copy of Hacking Digital Learning , The 30 Goals Challenge , or Learning to Go. Movements like #MeToo and groups like EVE , The Fair List , the Women in ELT Facebook group , and the Women in TESOL Facebook group are necessary. Passion isn’t enough to make a mark on the world. We need more.

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Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

I sat at home, anxious and pensive, and found refuge in the outdoors, household projects, and, of course, social media. As I scrolled through Facebook, I saw a teacher post about “virtual Edcamps” being offered by Digital Promise. Would I ever know the answers to any of these questions?

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

This was an extremely big deal five years ago and ultimately gave us an edge in terms of the many successful initiatives we rolled out including Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and digital learning across the curriculum. I made the video above quickly using Instagram.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

For instance, plenty of people have wondered if current crises over the use of social media in democracy could have been avoided if more tech leaders had a better grounding in fields like ethics and history.

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Shake Up Learning

JANUARY 2, 2017

The post Join the Shake Up Learning Facebook Group! appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Ready to Shake Up Learning in 2017? Join our Facebook Group! Looking to connect and learn with like-minded educators? I just joined the Shake Up Learning Facebook Group! Click here to join.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Discovery Education today unveiled a new collection of engaging, high-quality digital learning resources supporting Black History Month observances. Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform nurtures student curiosity and supports learning wherever it takes place.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 16, 2024

These foundations include academics, social emotional skills, technological competencies, and career awareness. About Discovery Education Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place.

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The Web20Classroom

AUGUST 19, 2014

Ask any of the thousands of teachers who regularly use Twitter, Pinterest, or Facebook about connected education, and you may get an earful about using digital tools as a means to connect with educators and students worldwide. The Edcamp model connects educators to PD like never before.

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techlearning

MARCH 22, 2018

(March 22, 2018) – Discovery Education , the leading provider of digital content and professional development for K-12 classrooms, today announced a renewal of its 18-year partnership with Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB).

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techlearning

MAY 21, 2018

By extending their 10-year relationship with Discovery Education, EducationPlus reaffirms its commitment to empowering their 58 member school systems to create dynamic digital learning environments with high-quality content from Discovery Education Streaming Plus.

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EdTechnocation.com

APRIL 2, 2014

Here is my Unit 2 reflection for the MOOC-Ed, Coaching Digital Learning: Cultivating a Culture of Change. Unit 2 focuses on the development of your PLN (Professional Learning Network) and becoming a "Connected Educator". Each social media tool provides its own advantages to any PLN.

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techlearning

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

A global community of education professionals, the Discovery Education Community connects members across school systems and around the world through social media, virtual conferences, and in-person events, fostering valuable networking, idea sharing and inspiration.

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techlearning

OCTOBER 15, 2018

This new collaboration enables PPSD’s educators to integrate Discovery Education’s Science, Math and Social Studies Techbooks into classroom instruction districtwide, creating dynamic digital learning environments for all students that will prepare them for life beyond the classroom.

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Dangerously Irrelevant

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

As part of my never-ending quest to help school administrators with the complex transitions and transformations that accompany digital learning tools and environments, I am unveiling a new resource today… Digital Leadership Daily. If you’re afraid of change, social media is a distraction and a risk.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

.” Get ready to discover innovative strategies for integrating technology into early education, building Student Agency, and why your professional learning network can be a game-changer for your teaching career. Today's sponsor, EVERFI, has created an incredible set of early literacy lessons called WORD Force.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Discovery Education will help HNCS achieve this challenge by providing engaging STEM learning opportunities throughout the curriculum. About Discovery Education Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place.

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Tom Murray

JANUARY 12, 2016

As school leaders work to implement digital learning practices, they must commit to navigating roadblocks, problem solving, and planning for sustainable, systemic transformation. With school budgets being planned on a year over year basis, the concern over long-term sustainability for digital learning arises.

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MIND Research Institute

APRIL 7, 2020

Take Digital Learning to a “New” Area at Home. While having a designated “school” spot in the house, even if it’s just a particular desk or chair, can be helpful for creating routines and good habits, switching up your child’s learning location once in a while can also add excitement. March 30, 2020. A pile of stuffed toys.

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TeacherCast

OCTOBER 10, 2022

No matter if they are Tech Coaches, Digital Learning Coaches, Science Coaches, ELA Coaches (or other), the Instructional Coaching position is staffed with extremely valuable content specialists. One of the best roles for Instructional Coaches to play in the learning process is as a co-teacher in the classroom.

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Educator Innovator

JANUARY 14, 2014

Note: Educator Innovator partners the Afterschool Alliance, the National Writing Project, Digital Is, Edutopia, YALSA and the Maker Education Initiative are all involved in this year’s Digital Learning Day. Webinar Series: Storytelling and Digital-Age Civics. So, what exactly are we making?

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eSchool News

MAY 25, 2015

Now with the help of Facebook and the Ravenswood Education Foundation, he’s come close to reaching that goal. By the end of this week, five out of seven of the district’s public schools will have spaces filled with 3D printers, Legos, laptops, robots and more for hands-on learning. .

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techlearning

MARCH 8, 2018

The new report analyzes feedback from more than 514,000 K-12 students, parents, educators, and community members who shared their views between October 2016 and January 2017 as part of the annual Speak Up Research Project for Digital Learning, facilitated by Project Tomorrow. When it comes to social media, this disconnect is large.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 25, 2019

Learning is more digital than ever and it will only continue in that direction. But along the advantages and immense potential of digital learning, threats are lurking in the binary universe as well. Digital security threats can come from new and unexpected sources. Create unique passwords for each online account.

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eSchool News

APRIL 7, 2017

One of the most popular articles on eSchool Media is a surprising one to the editors: “ 6 apps that block social media distractions. Social Media: This was the easiest to choose, thanks to our reigning king of articles mentioned above. Be sure to leave your comments in the section below.

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Edsurge

MAY 4, 2020

To that end, a handful of state boards of education have issued a patchwork of guidance in their digital learning plans, specifying the number of hours of schoolwork appropriate for each grade level. That seems to be referring to actual screen time or formal assessment or assignment work.”

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Adam Watson Edtech Elixirs

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

You could use it to collect digital artifacts -- URLs, pictures, YouTube videos, social media posts -- and you could sequence these items to create a narrative in order to share with others. You can use Google, Microsoft, Facebook, or just use your email address. How does it work? First, you need to create a free account.

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TeacherCast

OCTOBER 10, 2022

No matter if they are Tech Coaches, Digital Learning Coaches, Science Coaches, ELA Coaches (or other), the Instructional Coaching position is staffed with extremely valuable content specialists. More often than anything else, today's community forums take the shape of Facebook Groups. This one might seem like a no-brainer.

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Edsurge

APRIL 7, 2019

higher education system to be a mirror image of the Silicon Valley and social media-enabled world that American innovation has built. The post-LMS world is also social by nature. Five years ago, as a member of this generation, I was sitting in my undergraduate classes, frustrated and bored.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 1, 2022

How about on social media? Today, Dean Shareski, the author of Embracing a Culture of Joy brings his perspective to the challenges of modern living and learning. Dean Shareski is a Senior Partnership Consultant for Advanced Learning Partnerships supporting districts and schools throughout North America in digital transformation.

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The Web20Classroom

DECEMBER 9, 2016

With accusations flying of manipulation of stories, the media and voters, it’s truly hard to know if what we read on blogs, social media and other sites is actually the truth or a tale spun to generate clicks. Everything from urban legends, to posts on Facebook that promise money it you share it to, current events.

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Doug Levin

AUGUST 20, 2017

The 2017 EdNext Poll on School Reform: Digital Learning , which offers my sense of what those interested in K-12 educational technology can and should take away from this annual polling about schools. Required reading: Data breach disclosure 101: How to succeed after you’ve failed via Troy Hunt.).

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