Tue.Jan 31, 2023

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TCEA 2023: Texas School District Shares 12 Tips for Success with a 1:1 Program

EdTech Magazine

A team from Irving Independent School District led a session at TCEA 2023 sharing the lessons they have learned over the past 20 years of running a one-to-one program.

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Image Copyright Do’s and Don’ts

Ask a Tech Teacher

I’ve posted this before but it’s worth repeating. Then share it with friends, colleagues, parents, even older students. When I teach professional development classes, by far the topic that surprises teachers the most is the legal use of online images. And they’re not alone.

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Answers to Commonly Asked E-Rate Questions for K–12 Leaders

EdTech Magazine

With Emergency Connectivity Fund and Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief funds winding down, many schools are returning their focus to the Federal Communications Commission’s E-rate discount program for technology budget support.

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Hoping to Regain Attention of Students, Professors Pay More Attention to Them

Edsurge

Teaching is about attention — getting students to pay attention to the material, and to engage with new ideas so they can develop new skills and abilities.

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LIVE DEMO: Using PowerPoint to Create Compelling Presentations for Virtual Training

Speaker: Richard Goring, Director at BrightCarbon

In this webinar you will get a live demo on how to create unique, dynamic, and engaging powerpoints.

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Museum of Science, Boston enters metaverse with “Mission: Mars” Roblox experience

eSchool News

The Museum of Science, Boston is making its first move into the world of immersive online education with its launch of “Mission: Mars,” an educational experience on Roblox, a global platform connecting millions of people through immersive 3D experiences.

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What’s Driving the Change in Student-to-Counselor Ratios in Schools?

Edsurge

The ratio of students to school counselors in the United States continues to narrow, with data released this month showing it has reached the lowest point since 1986, the year the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) began tracking student-to-counselor ratios.

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10 Overlooked Google Workspace Skills that Can Make a Difference in Your Classroom

EdTechTeacher

Years ago when I would speak to people about Google Docs I would get funny looks. It was an incredible tool that was just starting to be adopted by schools. I remember the first time I told someone that there was no save button in Google Docs because it saves automatically.

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Earth Day Bulletin Board Ideas

Fractus Learning

Bulletin boards are great decorations but also a fun teaching tool. We’ve created an amazing list of the best Earth Day bulletin board ideas teachers can use during Earth Day week. What Is Earth Day? Earth Day is the world’s. Bulletin Boards

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Top Techniques for District Management

eSchool News

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How to Create Cohort-Based Courses That Drive Results (2023)

Sell Courses Online

Did you know that some eLearning statistics suggest that online courses have a completion rate average as low as 15%? Yeah, … How to Create Cohort-Based Courses That Drive Results (2023) Read More → Online Courses Others

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How to Apply the Concepts of Neuroscience to Create a Thriving Learning Culture

Speaker: Margie Meacham, Founder and Chief Freedom Officer at LearningToGo

In this webinar, Margie Meacham, CEO of Learningtogo and a neuroscience expert, will show you how to create a training program that promotes psychological safety and uses neuroscience to create a workplace culture where people flourish, connect, and perform at their best.

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Clark County School District Gives Educators in 241 Elementary Schools Access to Lexia’s LETRS Professional Learning

eSchool News

BOSTON – Clark County School District (CCSD) in Nevada, has made Lexia LETRS ® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional learning programs available to most elementary schools in the district with a plan to continue expanding the program to additional elementary and early childhood teachers and administrators.

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Four Questions to Consider on using ChatGPT in Education

The Principal of Change

So ChatGPT has been everywhere lately, and there is a lot of conversation about it in education. This is a good thing. You might also notice that many “experts” on AI are emerging, but no one can truly know the full potential of what AI will bring to our world.

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Discovery Education and Boeing Present a New Virtual Field Trip for Students Exploring STEM and Robotics in Aviation Manufacturing 

eSchool News

Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education and Boeing present a new virtual experience – Manufacturing the Future of Aviation Virtual Field Trip – to show students how STEM makes aviation manufacturing more efficient and safer.

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OPINION: Early screening and intervention can help young children get much-needed post-pandemic support

The Hechinger Report

There has been significant attention paid to the alarming negative effects the pandemic has had on the well-being of students in K-12 schools. Just as concerning are the potential impacts on younger children, including those born during or just before the pandemic.

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The Guide to Accessible Learning for Associations

Speaker: Dan Streeter, Vice President of Learning Strategy & Development at Blue Sky eLearn

In this 45-minute webinar, we’ll share real-world accessibility solutions and hidden tools in the applications you use every day such as Zoom, Microsoft Suite, Adobe Acrobat (PDF), Articulate Storyline 360, and Articulate Rise 360. This webinar will help you evaluate the accessibility of your current learning efforts and learn about the tools needed to ensure your eLearning is in alignment with the latest Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (proposed WCAG 2.2).

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Utah State Board of Education Approves 95 Percent Group Resources as Evidence-Informed, Recommended Supplemental Programs for Grades K-5

eSchool News

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What the Heck is Unreal Engine?

Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler

What the Heck is Unreal Engine? Unreal Engine is a game engine and a suite of game development tools for creating 3D video games, simulations and virtual reality experiences.

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How to Create Cohort-Based Courses That Drive Results (2023)

Sell Courses Online

Did you know that some eLearning statistics suggest that online courses have a completion rate average as low as 15%? Yeah, … How to Create Cohort-Based Courses That Drive Results (2023) Read More → Online Courses Others

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Why an IT Asset Management System is Essential for Managing 1:1 Devices in School Libraries

Vizor

To support digital learning, many schools are implementing 1:1 device programs, where each student is provided with a device such as a laptop or tablet to use for learning and research.

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Increasing Equity and Access: A Canvas Case Study of Virtual Arkansas K-12

Virtual Arkansas, a fully online school, had a mission to provide high-quality courses in rural and urban areas throughout the state. How would they simplify content creation while enhancing learning? Discover 3 key insights to transform your classrooms.

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What is Zearn and How Can it Be Used to Teach? Tips & Tricks

techlearning

Zearn is on online video and interaction based math learning system designed for student individuals and groups

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Updates that Increase Efficiency and Effectiveness

N2Y

Recent solution updates offer time-saving options for administrators and teachers that empower data-driven decisions. What's New inspire L3 Skills Positivity Total Solution Unique Learning System

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Top 5 Benefits of Digital Textbooks You Never Knew About

Kitaboo on EdTech

Digital Textbooks have changed the way we look at education in recent years. To state that they have revolutionized the K12 education system would be a gross understatement on my part. They have opened up new opportunities for students who now can access study-material from any device.

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New Albrecht Blog Post on Library 2.0 - "Having a Tough Time with a Patron? Consider the List of Eight Choices."

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

We've just posted a new blog post by Dr. Albrecht in our " Library Service, Safety, & Security " section of Library 2.0 : "Having a Tough Time with a Patron? Consider the List of Eight Choices." Most personal and professional stressors involve either a person or a situation.

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Unlock the Power of Formative Assessment

Learn how a thoughtful formative assessment approach can help teachers understand where students are in their learning, inform instruction, and in turn, positively impact student learning outcomes. Get the guide today!