Sat.Jan 20, 2018

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In the News: ISO Trustworthy Computing

Doug Levin

As quoted in: Brown, Emily Ann. “ Most devices subject to recent Intel chip vulnerabilities, experts say.” Education Daily. 18 January 2018. “Virtually every modern computer is affected by these vulnerabilities including those deployed in the classroom and in school server rooms and in tablets/phones,” noted Doug Levin, founder and president of EdTech Strategies LLC.

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9 issues about homework and teacher thoughts on each (#LeadLAP)

Ditch That Textbook

Homework is such a difficult topic to discuss. Everyone seems to have an opinion on it. Sometimes, we think we disagree on something and it turns out we’re talking about completely different things. Few people have positive memories or remember solid successes from doing homework, but it’s still widespread in schools. Does homework still have […].

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Using Skype Video Conferencing To Connect Our Classrooms

TeacherCast

Welcome to the Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Spotlight Series Podcast. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert Stacey Ryan to discuss how Skype video conferencing is being used to connect her classrooms worldwide. The post Using Skype Video Conferencing To Connect Our Classrooms appeared first on TeacherCast. Welcome to the Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Spotlight Series Podcast.

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6 Excellent Websites for High School Students

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

January 20, 2018 One of the important contributions of the digital revolution that marked the first two decades in this millennium is that it liberated the means of knowledge production and.read more.

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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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Why is it important to teach our students the art of typing? | @LearningDotCom

TeacherCast

In this episode of the TeacherCast App Spotlight, we discuss the art of teaching students how to properly become expert keyboardist with Jeff Meyer, the Director of Education from Learning.com. The post Why is it important to teach our students the art of typing? | @LearningDotCom appeared first on TeacherCast. In this episode of the TeacherCast App Spotlight, we discuss the art of teaching students how to properly become expert keyboardist with Jeff Meyer, the Director of Education from Learnin

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Google Classroom: Edit Class Name

Teacher Tech

Edit Class Name in Google Classroom You created your Google Classroom and possibly created a title that is way too long. The class title can be truncated in the header image. This can make your Google Classroom class look cluttered. Naming Tip Keep it short. Consider what do students see first when looking at the menu […]. The post Google Classroom: Edit Class Name appeared first on Teacher Tech.

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Here Is An Excellent Website for History and Social Studies Teachers

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

January 20, 2018 Historypin is a crowdsourced project that uses the power of Google Maps to provide a user-generated ‘archive of historical photos, videos, audio recordings and personal.read more.

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@EquatIO adds the power of @Desmos to turn your Math Classroom into a Paperless Paradise

TeacherCast

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we ask the question “Can You Take Your Math Class Paperless?”. The post @EquatIO adds the power of @Desmos to turn your Math Classroom into a Paperless Paradise appeared first on TeacherCast. In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we ask the question “Can You Take Your Math Class Paperless?”.

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The Complete Updated List Of Backwards-Compatible Games For Xbox One

TeachThought - Learn better.

The Complete Updated List Of Backwards-Compatible Games For Xbox One by TeachThought Staff What is a ‘backward-compatible’ game? In short, a backward-compatible game is a game from a previous version of a video game console that is also playable on later versions. Since video game consoles change significantly between versions (between the PlayStation 3 and […].

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Making Robotics Accessible to all Students with the Edison Robot from @MeetEdison

TeacherCast

On today's episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we welcome Kat Kennewell and Phil Grigonis on the program to showcase the amazing Edison Robot from Microbric. About Edison Robots In 2014, with only a tiny team based in South Australia, Microbric launched the Edison robot with a bang. The wildly successful Kickstarter campaign hit 524% funding and the… The post Making Robotics Accessible to all Students with the Edison Robot from @MeetEdison appeared first on TeacherCast.

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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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How to be a Teacher Librarian Rock Star

The Daring Librarian

How to be a Teacher Librarian Rock Star - Branding Tips & Tricks First thing I gotta say, I don’t know that I really love the term Library Rockstars because I think ALL Teachers and Librarians are rock stars or has an inner rock star waiting to come out. I also think it sounds a wee bit elitist. OK, a whole heck of a lot of elitist. But who doesn’t want to rock it at their job?

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The @NJEA Convention: Showcasing What Is GREAT About Public Education

TeacherCast

First announced here at njea.org/earlycareermembers, Jersey Educator broadcasted directly from the floor of the 2016 NJEA Convention in the TeacherCast booth. Featured Guests: 1:36: Ed Richardson, Executive Director, NJEA 7:07: Heather Sorge, Holland Township Education Association* 13:09: Hannah Pawlak, Highland Park Education Association 18:01: Anthony St Jean, Orange Education Association 22:49: Jerell Blakeley, New Jersey… The post The @NJEA Convention: Showcasing What Is GREAT About Pu

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3 Steps to Embed Your Twitter Feed in New Google Sites!

Hansen's Link to Tech

Embedding in Google Sites has evolved within the past few months to allow full websites displays as well as embedding media feeds such as your Twitter. Here are a few steps on getting your Twitter feed embedded on your new Google Site! Step 1: Accessing your Twitter Settings. Within Twitter locate your profile image and select Settings and Privacy. On the next screen locate Widgets on the left-side menu.

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Introducing the Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert: Spotlight Series Podcast

TeacherCast

Microsoft Education and TeacherCast are proud to present a brand new podcast series, the Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert: Spotlight Series featuring innovative educators from around the world. The post Introducing the Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert: Spotlight Series Podcast appeared first on TeacherCast. Welcome to the Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Expert Spotlight Series Podcast.

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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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The Poverty of Overcommitment: You Have to Say No So You Can Say Yes Sometimes

The CoolCatTeacher

Day 18 of 80 Days of Excellence From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. This past Monday, Kip and I sat down with my calendar. After we added up the time for commitments, we had a heart to heart about what I could do and was called to do versus what I wanted to do. As a result, I had to say “no” to three very important things to me.

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How can we use Office 365 for Professional Development in our schools?

TeacherCast

Professional Development can be much more than "sit and get." In this episode, learn about the power of collaborative learning with the power of Office 365. The post How can we use Office 365 for Professional Development in our schools? appeared first on TeacherCast. Welcome to the Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Spotlight Series Podcast. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Cal Armstrong to discuss how his school district is using Office 365 to provide dynamic and collaborative professional

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College and Career Ready: How to set your students up for success?

TeacherCast

Welcome to the Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Spotlight Series Podcast. In this episode, we learn how teach a college and career ready curriculum. The post College and Career Ready: How to set your students up for success? appeared first on TeacherCast. Welcome to the Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Spotlight Series Podcast. In this episode, Jeff sits down with David Harcrow to discuss how he is providing a college and career ready curriculum that not only can be felt K12, but well beyo

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Tech Coaches: How can we create a safe learning environment for our struggling learners?

TeacherCast

Welcome to the Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Spotlight Series Podcast. Jeff sits down with MIE Master Trainer Laura Stanner to discuss how we can help our struggling readers. The post Tech Coaches: How can we create a safe learning environment for our struggling learners? appeared first on TeacherCast. Welcome to the Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Spotlight Series Podcast.

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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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How Can We Use Technology To Raise The Bar in Special Education classrooms?

TeacherCast

Welcome to the Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Spotlight Series Podcast. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert, and Special Education Educator, Lauren Pittman to discuss how technology can be used in the classroom to assist in teaching our exceptional learners. The post How Can We Use Technology To Raise The Bar in Special Education classrooms?

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What makes the Microsoft Education Community so special?

TeacherCast

Jeff sits down with Pennsylvania educator, Michael Soskil (@msoskil) to discuss why YOU should participate in this years Skypeathon. The post What makes the Microsoft Education Community so special? appeared first on TeacherCast. Have you ever wanted to open your classroom walls up and bring in experts from around the world to work with your students?

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Keeping Professional Development Fun and Exciting for your Teachers

TeacherCast

In today's episode of the MIE Spotlight Series, we take a look at how one school district is bringing some innovative ideas into the professional learning space with the help of Office 365, One. The post Keeping Professional Development Fun and Exciting for your Teachers appeared first on TeacherCast. Have you ever wondered what Champagne and Chocolate have in common?

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How do we teach our students Practical Entrepreneurship?

TeacherCast

In this episode of the Microsoft Innovative Expert Spotlight Series Podcast, we welcome MIE Expert Ole Johnny Devik on to the program to discuss how he is bring the world of business and marketing into the classroom. The post How do we teach our students Practical Entrepreneurship? appeared first on TeacherCast. In this episode of the Microsoft Innovative Expert Spotlight Series Podcast, we welcome MIE Expert Ole Johnny Devik on to the program to discuss how he brings the world of business and m

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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.

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What Makes a Great Data Assessment Tool?

TeacherCast

In this episode of the Microsoft Innovative Expert Spotlight Series Podcast, we welcome MIE Expert Mick Hellgren on the program to discuss a fantastic (FREE) tool from Microsoft called Power BI. Welcome to the Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Spotlight Series Podcast. Please subscribe to our podcast on both iTunes and YouTube today! The post What Makes a Great Data Assessment Tool?