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The Future is Now: Preparing Our Youngest Scholars for a Digital World

The CoolCatTeacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Early exposure to technology can help children develop digital literacy skills. But it stands to reason that we must help students know how to effectively use these tools so they do not hinder and that they help But do they know how to use technology effectively?

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Can Technology in the Classroom Replace Expensive Textbooks

Kitaboo on EdTech

And with school authorities deciding which eBooks to use for the academic year, students are left with little to no choice but to comply with their institute’s demands. Smartphones, tablets, and laptops had become a permanent requirement along with using technology in the classrooms by this time. But these are secondary causes.

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Sora “Content Bundles” Feature Empowers Educators to Easily Reserve Digital Books for Specific Students

eSchool News

Using a code, the students can then unlock and read the ebooks and audiobooks in Sora , the leading student reading app available in more than 53,000 schools worldwide. This provides us with so many options to filter content to meet specific district, classroom and learning needs.”. Organize books for book clubs or literature circles.

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Digital Content Distribution in Education: Top 7 Tips to Creating a Successful Strategy

Kitaboo on EdTech

For example, if college-going students are your primary audience, your secondary audience (who can be quite influential) could be educational institutions. Here’s a look at a few of them: eBooks : eBooks are a great way to deliver in-depth content. Create your content in formats such as eBooks, interactive videos, and podcasts.

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Three Big Bills, Three Ways to Access Educational Funding

N2Y

This eBook is a reference for school leadership teams as you consider the funds available to your local educational agency and make decisions about applying for grants. Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER Fund). A Detailed Breakdown to Help You Understand the Available Support.

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Gale Launches Online Community to Help Educators Thrive

eSchool News

About Gale Community For Educators Gale Community For Educators is an online community designed for K-12 educators, with an emphasis on secondary education. Gale’s K-12 offerings extend from educational databases and custom eBook collections to instructional tools and professional development resources. Learn more at [link].

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‘Students Are Lonely:’ What Happens When Coronavirus Forces Schools Online

Edsurge

Another educator started a burgeoning Facebook group for international educators to trade tips, and another began a detailed list of helpful online tools, including the digital portfolio platform Seesaw and the ebook library Epic. So far, the digital learning plans have been a boon to educators looking for advice.