The CoolCatTeacher
MAY 27, 2019
Jon Barth on episode 501 From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Jon Barth, author of the 1% Journal: 366 Challenges for Your Journey to Success encourages us teachers to write our own story. As we reflect this summer upon our past school year, now is a great time to adopt some of these principles. Sponsor: Advancement Courses Now is the time to plan your summer!
ViewSonic Education
MAY 27, 2019
Quick Take: Discuss and understand the SAMR Model of educational technology integration. Explore: Different examples of the SAMR Model applied. Draw conclusions of the usefulness of the SAMR Model in Education. Let us take a look at the SAMR Model and how it applies to interactive whiteboards as an EdTech. What is the SAMR Model. The SAMR Model for categorizing technology integration in education was created by Dr.
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Ditch That Textbook
MAY 27, 2019
Write and highlight the word, write the definition, give an example… YAWN! Vocabulary is critical to learning, yet it is often done in drill and kill fashion. I was guilty of this myself. I’ve been out of the classroom for 4 years now, and one of my biggest regrets is the way I did vocabulary […].
The CoolCatTeacher
MAY 27, 2019
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter We’re working towards the end of the school year, teachers! You’re going to make it! In this newsletter, I’ve got 16 fun, quick ideas to make the end of the school year more exciting. Oh, and interestingly, Kahoot bought Dragonbox. My best stuff typically goes in my weekly newsletter.
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How can we actively engage learners 24/7, on their level and according to their interests, while respecting their learning styles? It’s not impossible. In this guide: Explore how to transform traditional, one-way videos into two-way interactive learning experiences Understand different types of artificial intelligence (AI), including - Generative vs.
Edsurge
MAY 27, 2019
In China, the edtech industry appears to be immune to the whiplash that has hit venture investing across other sectors. Education investments showed modest growth in the first quarter of 2019, even as venture investing in China in all other sectors dropped sharply. From January through March 2019, 131 China edtech ventures raised more than $1.86 billion (RMB 12.51 billion), according to data compiled by Mission EDU and Jingmeiti.
The Hechinger Report
MAY 27, 2019
. A few nights ago, I took my 7-year-old daughter out for dinner at our favorite Mediterranean restaurant. After examining the menu, we decided to order a whole sea bass to split among us. It’s become something of a tradition to order an entire fish when we go to this restaurant. It’s not just because we love seafood (and we do). It’s because I love watching my daughter turn dinner into an experiment.
EdTech Update brings together the best content for education technology professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
TeachThought - Learn better.
MAY 27, 2019
The Problem With Most School Mission Statements by Terry Heick Read your school mission statement, and tell me what you think. Respond in the comments if you can. Tell me who it seems written by, and for. Well, first come up with some idea in your head what a school mission statement should do, then read yours and see […]. The post The Problem With Most School Mission Statements appeared first on TeachThought.
eSchool News
MAY 27, 2019
State leadership can have a powerful impact on broadband best practices in K-12 schools–and a new report highlights success stories and strong policies supporting broadband connectivity. State K-12 Broadband Leadership: Driving Connectivity, Access and Student Success , the new report from SETDA, highlights how state leaders are instrumental in advocating for policies and policy decisions that focus on broadband networks, bandwidth capacity, Wi-Fi implementation, and off campus access for
MiddleWeb
MAY 27, 2019
Student-generated questions put kids in the driver’s seat, advancing learning and engagement, writes expert Jackie Walsh. To encourage students to ask more questions, teachers need to grow a classroom culture where questioning is valued. Walsh shares five strategies that can help.
Educational Technology and Mobile Learning
MAY 27, 2019
There is a huge controversy around whether or not video games are beneficial. While some view it as a sort of addiction that erodes individual's (particularly kids) lives others regard it as a.read more.
Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape
The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.
Teacher Tech
MAY 27, 2019
It’s For the Kids is Not a Justification Materials for our classroom can be expensive. I’ve oftentimes thought the price of an online tool or math activity book or … were completely overpriced. My students would benefit but this is not a justification to take someone’s intellectual property. Houston School Sued This article shares how […].
Educational Technology and Mobile Learning
MAY 27, 2019
Below is a collection of some good Chrome extensions that can help you maximize your productivity and make the best of your online browsing experience. These are web clippers you can use to save.read more.
The Hechinger Report
MAY 27, 2019
Measuring achievement gaps between rich and poor might seem like a straightforward exercise for education experts. Simply look up the test scores for rich kids and subtract the tests scores for poor kids. But despite this apparent simplicity, two prominent education researchers have arrived at different answers. Sean Reardon says that achievement gaps have grown a whopping 40 percent in the last 50 years.
The Innovative Educator
MAY 27, 2019
Accessibility options exist with each of the big three tech companies, Google , Microsoft , Apple. That’s a move in the right direction, but it is not enough. Currently, creating accessible content requires content creators, rather than platform providers, to do the heavy lifting. Each company’s platform design places accessibility in the hands of the content creator as an afterthought.
This white paper examines and proposes revisions to the "Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education" introduced by Arthur Chickering and Zelda Gamson in 1987 for today's technology-driven world.
TeacherCast
MAY 27, 2019
In this post, we are going to take a look at the Best Travel Microphones for Podcasting and share with you some tips & tricks of what to look for in a good Podcasting Microphone. If you have any questions, or if you would like to add your microphone to the list, please feel free to leave a message below in the comments section or tweet to us @PodcastingToday.
Fractus Learning
MAY 27, 2019
Ask any teacher and they will tell you that it’s essential to keep up on skills in order to be at the top of profession. Students these days have lived their entire lives online. It’s as […].
TeacherCast
MAY 27, 2019
In this post, we will take a look at the differences between an XLR vs USB Microphone and share with you reasons why you might purchase one over the other to record your podcast. For more information, please tweet to us @PodcastingToday or read our Ultimate Guide to Podcasting. Are you searching for your next podcasting microphone? If so, you have come to the right place.
techlearning
MAY 27, 2019
Edpuzzle is a web-based interactive video and formative assessment tool that lets users crop existing online videos and add content to target specific learning objectives.
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Managing a K-12 campus with constant pressure to meet performance metrics is challenging. And tardiness can significantly limit a school from reaching these goals. Learn more about why chronic lateness matters, and key strategies to address the following impacts: Data errors caused by manual processes Low attendance and graduation rates that affect a school’s reputation Classroom disruption, which leads to poor academic performance High staff attrition and “The Teacher Exodus” Unmet LCAP goals t
TeacherCast
MAY 27, 2019
Welcome to the TeacherCast Educational Network. In this post, we take a look at our favorite portable microphones that work great in classrooms or on the road when attending educational conferences. The post Podcasting Microphones For Mobile Recording appeared first on The TeacherCast Educational Network.
techlearning
MAY 27, 2019
There are low-to-no-cost technologies that provide support to the visually impaired and blind population.
TeacherCast
MAY 27, 2019
Welcome to the TeacherCast Educational Network. In this guide to podcasting microphones, we take a look at the most common questions to help you make the best decisions for your podcast. The post USB vs XLR & Dynamic vs Condenser: Choosing the Microphone that is best for your podcast appeared first on The TeacherCast Educational Network.
techlearning
MAY 27, 2019
Memorial Day (5/27): From a nation divided came the idea to observe and remember fallen heroes - a unifying opportunity to pay tribute to those who have helped shape the history of the whole world. All Americans are urged to observe a moment of silence at 3:00 pm to honor those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom.
This whitepaper explores integrating the PowerTeaching pedagogical approach within a HyFlex (Hybrid Flexible) educational model, focusing on employing cooperative learning strategies and efficient classroom management techniques.
TeacherCast
MAY 27, 2019
Welcome to the TeacherCast Educational Network. In this post, we learn how Telestream ScreenFlow can be used to record, edit and produce your Educational Podcast so it can look and sound professional! The post Telestream Screenflow: An Podcasters Guide to Creating Professional Screencasts and Tutorials appeared first on The TeacherCast Educational Network.
MindShift
MAY 27, 2019
There are no magic solutions in education. But after visiting 30 schools, conducting 300 interviews and sitting in on classes for 750 hours, authors Jal Mehta and Sarah Fine , who wrote In Search of Deeper Learning: The Quest to Remake the American High School , have much to say about how the best schools and teachers operate. What they noticed, in particular, was how these teachers and the administrations that support them invite students to engage deeply in their educations.
TeacherCast
MAY 27, 2019
Welcome to the TeacherCast Educational Network. Learn the 6 most important steps that you need to take when planning out your new website or podcast. Download your FREE content template today! The post 6 Things To Think About When Creating A Content Strategy For Your Blog Or Podcast appeared first on The TeacherCast Educational Network.
Turnitin
MAY 27, 2019
15 in-real-life excuses students have made for missing class. We hope this list brings you a chuckle.
Speaker: Chris Paxton McMillin, President of D3 Training Solutions
There are plenty of great authoring tools for developing eLearning, but the one you select could directly impact your course's outcomes. Depending upon your learners’ needs and your organization’s performance goals, you could be overlooking considerations that impact the both effectiveness of your courses and how long it takes to finish them. From general capabilities to specific workflow structures, some aspects are critical when it comes to learning objectives and deadlines.
TeacherCast
MAY 27, 2019
Welcome to the TeacherCast Educational Network. Learn the 6 most important steps that you need to take when planning out your new website or podcast. Download your FREE content template today! The post 6 Things To Think About When Creating A Content Strategy For Your Blog Or Podcast appeared first on The TeacherCast Educational Network.
Prodigy
MAY 27, 2019
What drives growth in your school community? It could be your school’s culture, a focus on teacher professional development, or even prioritizing useful teaching strategies. However, none may be as important as school mission statements, which are essential for student development and effective learning. School mission statements indicate the priorities and goals of a school […].
TeacherCast
MAY 27, 2019
Welcome to the TeacherCast Educational Network. In this post, we learn how Telestream ScreenFlow can be used to record, edit and produce your Educational Podcast so it can look and sound professional! The post Telestream Screenflow: An Podcasters Guide to Creating Professional Screencasts and Tutorials appeared first on The TeacherCast Educational Network.
The Jose Vilson
MAY 27, 2019
I’m so proud to share my most recent TED talk about teacher voice with the world for various reasons: I talked about my family (shouts to Luz and Alejandro!) I talked about my own classroom and students (shouts to last year’s 801-803 in the video) I shouted out #EduColor (We really outchea!) I concretized the definition of teacher voice (Please share it widely) I shared screen shots of my teacher evaluations with the world (“No weapon formed against me shall prosper,”) I
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