EdTech Magazine

JUNE 11, 2019

Keep Accessibility in Mind for Modern Learning Environments. eli.zimmerman_9856. Tue, 06/11/2019 - 11:38. As K–12 teachers seek to create classrooms where all students have an equal opportunity to learn, they must be mindful of physical and digital elements that could potentially be a barrier for students with special learning needs. . The physical layout of a space can make all the difference for a successful learning experience.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 11, 2019

Karen Lirenman and Kristen Wideen on episode 512 From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Karen Lirenman ( @ KLirenman ) and Kristen Wideen ( @ mrswideen ) have written the definitive book on using iPads in the elementary classroom, Innovate with iPad: Lessons to Transform Learning in the Classroom. (This episode is from our vault of most popular shows of all time – and it was the first show!

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Digital Promise

JUNE 11, 2019

When my son Avi was about 18 months old, one of his favorite tricks was to reach into my pocket while roaring like a tiger. This was his way of asking me to play Daniel Tiger videos on my phone. Like many modern parents, I worry about Avi’s exposure to media—and about how I can navigate the tricky territory of technology use with a young child. However, the reality of my life as a working mother (and sometimes-solo-parent) often means that a well-timed video is my only chance to prepare dinner,

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Neo LMS

JUNE 11, 2019

A version of this post was originally published on April 4th, 2019 on Education Technology. Technology has the power to harness real change and bring education to life. Even though many schools are already embracing the benefits that edtech provides, many others still aren’t taking advantage of these opportunities. Schools need to understand the importance of investing in the right edtech resources and platforms, not just to elevate teaching and learning, but to ensure that these address schools

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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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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 11, 2019

I get a lot of questions from readers about what tech ed resources I use in my classroom so I’m going to take a few days this summer to review them with you. Some are edited and/or written by members of the Ask a Tech Teacher crew. Others, by tech teachers who work with the same publisher I do. 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 stakehol

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Edsurge

JUNE 11, 2019

As the school year draws to a close, I am looking forward to the laidback freedom of summer with its less hectic schedule and longer daylight hours. If I’m being completely honest, there’s something really incredible about turning off my alarm clock for the foreseeable future. For me, it’s time to recharge, to reflect and to prepare to return to the classroom and library renewed with energy and ideas.

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The Hechinger Report

JUNE 11, 2019

Cayanne Korder, 18, studies in the Red Wing High library before heading to a local hospital for an internship. Korder, due to graduate this month, credits the virtual advising program College Possible for helping her get accepted to Emory University on a full scholarship. Steve Friess for The Hechinger Report. RED WING, Minn. — Cayanne Korder long believed college would be her ticket out of this rural factory town of about 16,000 people.

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Edsurge

JUNE 11, 2019

What do water, the history of slavery in the United States, and the future of work all have in common? A lot. At least, that's the foundation for a new center at the University of Michigan called the Center for Social Solutions. It's a place where researchers are delving into topics around race, the global environment and how to prepare changing societies for new technology and the workforce.

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MiddleWeb

JUNE 11, 2019

The ideas behind place-based education are being discussed in more schools and communities, as years of test-driven instruction have many looking for better ways to learn. Fieldwork coordinator Sarah K. Anderson shares the inspiring program at public Cottonwood School.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JUNE 11, 2019

Postcard Creator is an excellent interactive tool from ReadWriteThink students can use to create awesome postcards to share with others. You can use it in writing activities with your students to.

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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.

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Teacher Tech

JUNE 11, 2019

Use Gmail for Conferences It’s summer conference season. A thread is going around on Twitter about the emails from vendors. The last thing I need in my life is more email so here is a hack. Gmail addresses let you add a plus sign and a word. I use this trick when signing up for […]. The post Share Your Email at a Conference appeared first on Teacher Tech.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JUNE 11, 2019

Google is definitely one of the major entry ports for searching the net. Knowing how to conduct effective and smart search queries on Google has become an important skill for 21st century students.

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Edsurge

JUNE 11, 2019

Are startup CEOs overrated? At the Software & Information Industry Association’s Ed Tech Industry Conference in San Francisco this week, that was among the questions raised during a panel on venture capital trends in education. During a moment when the panel moderator asked attendees what investors over value in startups, some audience members said investors can focus solely on the personality of the boss, instead of evaluating what other C-suite executives can bring to the table.

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The Hechinger Report

JUNE 11, 2019

A call center near the University of Utah where students can make money and get help with their tuition by working for Microsoft and Discover. The companies get reliable employees and prospective hires while universities can promise students help with keeping their loan debt low. Kim Raff for The Hechinger Report. SALT LAKE CITY — On the third floor of a downtown office building, Solomon Kalapala was chatting with a Microsoft customer on one computer screen while troubleshooting the customer’s m

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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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TeacherCast

JUNE 11, 2019

One of the many things that a podcaster needs to think about that other blogger may not is how they are going to have their audio or video content displayed on their websites. For many creators of digital content, this might take the shape of an audio player or perhaps a series of subscribe buttons to your various social platforms. In this post, we are going to take a look at a variety of WordPress Podcasting Plugins for Podcasters and Web Developers that you might think about using.

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Shake Up Learning

JUNE 11, 2019

The post Digital Differentiation with G Suite Tools – SULS016 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Today, we are chatting about one of my favorite topics: Digital Differentiation with G Suite! Differentiation is a big buzzword in teaching, but it is often easier said than done. Let’s discover ways to use our favorite Google tools to level the playing field and make differentiation a reality in your classroom.

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TeacherCast

JUNE 11, 2019

Welcome to the TeacherCast Educational Network. Here is a list of 8 of the top WordPress Podcasting Plugins for Educational Podcasters and Website Developers. www.EducationalWebDesign.com. The post The 8 Best WordPress Podcast Plugins for Podcasters and Web Developers in 2019 appeared first on The TeacherCast Educational Network.

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The Principal of Change

JUNE 11, 2019

In the article, “ Think You’re Wise in Your Own Eyes? 4 Steps to Develop Leadership Humility ,” they discuss the importance of humility in leadership. The article starts with these thoughts: Leaders who are wise in their own eyes seem to be the ones who get the most attention in our world. They’re the outspoken, big personality, larger-than-life characters who always seem absolutely convinced of their own wisdom despite any evidence to the contrary.

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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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The Hechinger Report

JUNE 11, 2019

Getty Images. Building a new school can benefit a community in more ways than one. Sure, there’s the value of a new educational institution where students can take classes and graduate with their diplomas, but why wait years for that spanking new building to pay off? Schools matter, but so does having a job. There is a high correlation between educational attainment and family income.

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EdTechTeacher

JUNE 11, 2019

Civic education in the United States has been getting a lot of attention lately. Different than “Government” courses that focus on the structures of government, the goal of a Civics course is to prepare students to participate in democracy and to educate them about the rights and duties of citizenship. One of the driving forces behind the renewed interest in civic education is the changing nature of HOW participation in civic dialogue is now taking place in our society.

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eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2019

Across the country, residency programs are growing in popularity to help address teacher shortages and in teacher preparation. These programs provide alternative licensure for educators who are often changing careers to work in high-need schools–particularly in rural communities–and in hard-to-fill subject areas. While some larger districts may run their own residencies, there are programs, such as the Boettcher Teacher Residency at Public Education & Business Coalition ( PEBC ),

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SecurEdge

JUNE 11, 2019

Are you planning a new wireless network for your company and wondering what your new WiFi network will cost? Or do you have an existing WiFi network that’s either too slow, too unreliable, or not secure?

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eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2019

Here are some of eSN’s most popular articles for teachers over the past month: 1. 10 things I do to boost my students’ self-esteem. Try any (or all!) of these strategies to make students feel safe, cared for, and loved. 2. 4 ways I make learning fun in the classroom. From playing games to giving choices, this middle school teacher shares how she engages her students. 3.

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Nick's Picks for Educational Technology

JUNE 11, 2019

Note: Google Classroom does this automatically for any assignment that includes a Google file. Google Docs Templates Sharing templates through Google Drive is a great time saver for teachers. You could share a “view only” version of your file and require students to go to File>Make a Copy. Unfortunately, this often results in your inbox. Read more.

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ExcelinEd

JUNE 11, 2019

Professional learning programs are thought to help teachers and school administrators increase student learning. However, little or no change in classroom practice occurs after teachers participate in typical professional learning programs, including workshops, conferences and traditional courses. So, if traditional professional learning programs don’t work, what does?

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edWeb.net

JUNE 11, 2019

Whether you are a first-year teacher or a veteran teacher, classroom and system-wide assessments can be a time of high anxiety and stress for everyone involved. In this recent edWebinar , Vernice Y. Jones, a candidate in the M.Ed. in School Counseling Program, Freed-Hardeman University, TN, lays out strategies and ground rules for what works and what doesn’t work when it comes to assessments.

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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.

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MIND Research Institute

JUNE 11, 2019

Over the past several years, MIND Research Institute has been endeavoring to change the conversation around edtech evaluations. MIND’s Chief Data Science Officer Andrew Coulson has made the case time and time again that the “one good study” paradigm is insufficient for edtech practitioners to base decisions on, and that a model of repeatable results at scale is one that should be adopted across the education industry.

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eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2019

NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc. , a provider of commercial projectors and displays, today announced the expansion of its popular P Series line of projectors to include a new 6,000-lumen entry-level installation laser projector equipped with Whisper Quiet technology and the only filter-free LCD, low-maintenance design in its class. NEC’s proprietary Whisper Quiet technology features a patented sealed cooling engine that almost eliminates fan noise, making the P605UL the quietest 6,000-lume

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Turnitin

JUNE 11, 2019

The bench at Turnitin is deep with educators. Here are a few of us for you to meet.

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techlearning

JUNE 11, 2019

Educators can preview new edtech tools and learn best practices for collaboration, STEM, assessment, and professional development

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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.

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