Wed.Sep 11, 2024

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Effective Tech Integration Strategies: From District to Classroom

Edsurge

Integrating technology into the classroom involves more than just adding gadgets and software; it’s about creating a dynamic learning environment where students are actively engaged and teachers can teach more effectively. This journey requires collaboration among technology teams, instructional coaches and educators. Recently, EdSurge spoke with three educational leaders from Bourbonnais Elementary School District 53 in Illinois about their experiences with and strategies for using technology t

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What You Need for a Microsoft Teams Rooms Setup

ViewSonic Education

Imagine stepping into a meeting room where joining a virtual meeting and sharing content to the meeting from your laptop happens effortlessly. While BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) meeting rooms were once the norm, the evolution to advanced solutions like Microsoft Teams Rooms has taken the experience to the next level—faster, more intuitive, and more secure.

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How Teachers Are Talking About AI in Education

The CoolCatTeacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter This episode will release on YouTube on September 18 at 11 am and first aired on WDJY FM 99.1 in Atlanta at 4 pm on September 11, 2024. These shownotes are provided for our radio and television viewers and listeners until the show releases. The YouTube video will be posted here when it goes live.

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Finding the Best Gaming Monitor for Your Handheld Gaming Device

ViewSonic Education

The best handheld gaming device isn’t just a gadget; it’s your gateway to gaming anytime, anywhere. With on-the-go gaming becoming more popular than ever, choosing the right device means you’re never far from your favorite games, whether you’re at home or on the move. But why stick with a small screen when you could scale up the action to a larger portable or desktop gaming monitor and really crank up your gaming experience?

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Enhancing Higher Education with Generative AI: A Responsible Guide

Generative AI holds tremendous promise for all stakeholders in higher education. But guardrails are needed. Strong governance that empower instructors are at the core of a responsible approach to using generative AI in academia.

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America, We Remember

Ask a Tech Teacher

9-11 Day has become Patriot Day here in America, but it doesn’t change its purpose: to show how much we love our country. If you aren’t familiar with this terrorist attack, here’s a 2-minute overview: –Comments are closed to enjoy the day more completely. Copyright ©2024 askatechteacher.com – All rights reserved. Here’s the sign-up link if the image above doesn’t work: [link] “The content presented in this blog are the result of creative imagination and not intended for use, reproduc

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Cell phones in school: Reclaiming student attention

Hapara

Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] School cell phone usage has become a hotly debated topic across the U.S. Recently, Christian Ruiz of the Dallas Independent School District joined Robert Bailey of Hāpara for a frank discussion on cell phones and social media in school. In this webinar, Robert and Christian discussed the benefits and drawbacks of cell phones, student attention issues and teacher and parent perspectives.

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10 Important Self-care Tips for Teachers

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

In today’s post, I am sharing a collection of important tips to help you take care of yourself. Teaching, as we all know, is a demanding and often stressful profession, making it all the more important to prioritize your well-being. After consulting several trusted sources, I’ve gathered these practical and effective strategies to help you manage stress, boost your energy, and maintain balance in your personal and professional life.

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The psychology of Disruptive Innovation

eSchool News

This post originally appeared on the Christensen Institute’s blog and is reposted here with permission. Key points: Those working to improve conventional schools are unlikely to see the merit in emergent new models of schooling Students know best when it comes to transforming education Taking K-12 education transformation from pipe dream to pipeline For more news on K-12 transformation, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub In the early 2000s, Netflix co-founders Reed Hastings and Marc

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26 Tips for Beginning Teachers, from A to Z

MiddleWeb

Teaching guru Barbara R. Blackburn returns to her roots in the classroom to give new teachers a list of quick tips – 26, one for each letter of the alphabet – all ideas that will help newbies launch and navigate their journeys. Included: her list of links to essential resource websites. The post 26 Tips for Beginning Teachers, from A to Z first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Educator Edtech Review: Acer TravelMate P4 Spin 14 Notebook

techlearning

The Acer TravelMate P4 Spin 14 is a powerful, versatile, and durable 2-in-1 convertible laptop, designed for performance on the go.

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Enhancing School Device Management for Improved Learning

Schools face increasing challenges as technology becomes integral to education. Efficient device management is essential for maximizing technology use and safeguarding investments. Our article discusses the importance of tracking devices, outlines current challenges, and suggests modern solutions that go beyond traditional methods like Excel. Learn how advanced tracking systems can streamline operations, improve maintenance, and offer real-time updates for better resource allocation.

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Smartphone-based microscope rapidly reconstructs 3D holograms

ScienceDaily (EdTech section)

Researchers developed a new smartphone-based digital holographic microscope that enables precision 3D measurements. The highly portable and inexpensive microscope could help bring 3D measurement capabilities to a broader range of applications, including educational uses and point-of-care diagnostics in resource-limited settings.

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Stride Tutoring Moves Families into the Future with Affordable Online Tutoring

eSchool News

RESTON, Va. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In response to the growing demand for accessible tutoring services, Stride Tutoring , a portfolio brand of Stride Inc., is proud to offer comprehensive online tutoring to learners in need. Studies show that the demand for online tutoring has surged by 200% since the pandemic, and Stride Tutoring is meeting this need head-on by providing affordable, personalized support at just $19.99 per session.

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Social Media Companies Need to Be Accountable and Better Contributors to Society

The 21st Century Principal

"No, Facebook and the other big tech companies are, plainly, tearing the social fabric to threads, and pulling people apart." Justin E.H. Smith, The Internet Is Not What You Think It Is, A History, A Philosophy, A Warning Though Facebook and other social media companies have boasted about connecting people together, they have, in fact, been "pulling people apart.

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Intensive Intervention for a Variety of Student Needs

N2Y

Meet the needs of many different students with Inspire, our versatile intensive intervention solution. The post Intensive Intervention for a Variety of Student Needs appeared first on n2y.

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Quickly Create Personalized Learning Experiences that Work

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.

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Elementary Schools Using Lexia Core5 Reading Achieve Higher Scores on State Assessments

American Consortium for Equity in Education

New reports from Texas and Florida demonstrate that students in grades 3-5 who use Core5 attain greater reading achievement gains than students from non-Core5 schools Two new studies from Texas and Florida show that students in elementary schools that use Keep Reading Elementary Schools Using Lexia Core5 Reading Achieve Higher Scores on State Assessments The post Elementary Schools Using Lexia Core5 Reading Achieve Higher Scores on State Assessments appeared first on American Consortium for Equi

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AI-Powered Coaching Boosts Science of Reading Instruction (Via Language Magazine)

Edthena

In the news As reported in the August issue of Language Magazine , a groundbreaking partnership between Digital Promise and Edthena is revolutionizing how teachers implement Science of Reading best practices. Key highlights of this collaboration include: The AI Coach Platform: Edthena’s AI Coach platform offers teachers personalized, on-demand coaching through interactive conversations and guided action planning.

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Kentucky Approves iteach® as its Alternative Teacher Certification Provider

American Consortium for Equity in Education

The online teaching certification program will help fill Kentucky’s teacher vacancies and give professionals with bachelor’s degrees a simple, affordable route to the classroom To combat rising teacher shortages, Kentucky has approved iteach® as an alternative path for individuals seeking Keep Reading Kentucky Approves iteach® as its Alternative Teacher Certification Provider The post Kentucky Approves iteach® as its Alternative Teacher Certification Provider appeared first on Americ

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How to Teach Decoding in 9 Simple Steps

SplashLearn

Do you know how children begin to read words they’ve never seen before? It starts with decoding—breaking down words into sounds and blending them together. Decoding is the key to reading success, helping children become confident and fluent readers. In this blog, we’ll show you practical steps on how to teach decoding to kids effectively. […] The post How to Teach Decoding in 9 Simple Steps first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

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.

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Exceeding Themes in National Quality Area One

Twinkl International Publishing

To achieve an Exceeding rating in National Quality Area One, services must not only meet, but exceed, the expected benchmarks set out in the NQS. This requires a deep commitment to embodying and embedding high-quality practices. Providing evidence of the evolution of practices as a result of new research or ways of thinking, of collaboration with other early childhood professionals and of the impact on children’s learning and development demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement and ex

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13 Best Phoneme Segmentation Activities for Kids

SplashLearn

Phoneme segmentation activities for kids are a fantastic way to help young learners break down words into individual sounds. This skill is essential for early reading and spelling success. By using fun and interactive activities, children can enjoy learning while building their phonemic awareness. Let’s dive in! 1. Picture Sound Break Down In this activity, […] The post 13 Best Phoneme Segmentation Activities for Kids first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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Top 10 Activities for 7 to 11-Year-Olds in September

Twinkl International Publishing

September is here, and that means your child will be heading back to school, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to stop. Here’s our Top 10 Activities for 7 to 11-Year-Olds in September.

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When Students Don’t Feel Confident About Math, a Growth Mindset Matters

Edsurge

Our relationship with math learning is severely damaged in this country. In 2022, only 26 percent of all eighth grade students scored proficient or above in mathematics. Even more concerning is that only 9 percent of Black eighth-graders are at a proficient level, or above. As a Black male educator in northeast Denver, I have seen firsthand the results of poor engagement and learning in math classrooms.

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Reimagining Chickering & Gamson's Principles Post-Pandemic: Technology's Central Role in Modern Edu

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.

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70 Singapore Trivia Questions Game That Are Interesting to Know and You Can Play with Friends

Twinkl International Publishing

Singapore Trivia Questions: How Well Do You Know the Lion City? Test your knowledge of Singapore's history, food, culture, and more in this engaging quiz, and see how many scores you will get after you know the right answers!

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Promoting effective collaboration in the classroom with technology

Hapara

Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] A classroom where learners build positive relationships, share ideas and solve problems together is one with deep engagement. Schools also need to prepare learners for a future career, and an essential skill for any job is the ability to collaborate with others. While there are many ways to support collaboration in the classroom, technology can take it to another level.

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Basteln Weihnachten Kinder einfach

Twinkl International Publishing

In Weihnachtsstimmung basteln Weihnachten Kinder einfach tolle Geschenkanhänger, Baum-, Fenster- und Zimmerschmuck. Aber woher erhält man gute Vorlagen? Natürlich könnte man mehrere Ausmal- und Bastelhefte kaufen - aber das geht auch einfacher. Denn in diesem Artikel stellen wir bei Twinkl Ihnen einfache Bastelvorlagen für kalte November- und Dezembertage zur Verfügung, die für abwechslungsreichen Bastelspaß sorgen und sowohl zuhause, als auch in der Schule verwendet werden können.

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Old school buildings give new life to child care centers

The Hechinger Report

MISSOULA, Mont. — From the outside, the building that was once Cold Springs Elementary School in Missoula, Montana, looks abandoned. Beige paint peels from its cinder-block facade. A blue banner proclaiming “graduation matters” hangs tattered and bleached by the sun. But inside, past a vacant office and around a dimly lit corner, there’s a stack of brand new cots, shoe racks with tiny sandals and the telltale smell of graham crackers.

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Behind the Bell: The Underlying Impact of Tardiness in K-12 Schools

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

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6 Spooktacular Stories for Halloween

Twinkl International Publishing

Are you looking for the perfect book to share with your children this spooky season? Check out our six most SPOOKtacular stories – suitable for children of all ages!

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Who Is Amelia Earhart?

Twinkl International Publishing

Discover who Amelia Earhart is with the facts and activities in our blog, perfect to support your child’s learning about this inspirational woman in history.

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Class sizes in UK primary schools rank third in OECD

Twinkl International Publishing

‘The work to fix the foundations, to build a new nation of opportunity, has now begun’, Bridget Phillipson comments on latest OECD findings.

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Surge in calls to charity from parents of children starting school but who aren’t yet fully toilet trained

Twinkl International Publishing

ERIC, the children’s bowel and bladder charity, discusses the issue of toilet training and how early years educators can support children.

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Enhancing HyFlex Education through the PowerTeaching Framework

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.