Edsurge
JUNE 7, 2019
Dan Levy had long considered himself an equitable instructor in terms of calling on students to participate in class discussions. So in 2014, the senior lecturer in public policy at Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government decided to test that assumption. In spreadsheets, he manually recorded each interaction he had with students during discussion.
Tom Murray
JUNE 7, 2019
Tom shares some thoughts from a recent keynote in Kansas on the effective use of edtech for this #LeadershipMinute.
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TeachThought - Learn better.
JUNE 7, 2019
The Benefits Of Competency-Based Assessment contributed by David Garrick, Dean of Graduate School of Education, UCDS College for School Culture The general idea behind a competency-based assessment is that it provides students and families with specific feedback about student performance that can lead to a clearer understanding of progress and skills gained over time.
Educational Technology and Mobile Learning
JUNE 7, 2019
iPad provides endless learning possibilities for students. From apps to help with learning math and science to apps for doing 3D anatomy and virtual field trips, you name it, the educational app.read more.
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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.
eSchool News
JUNE 7, 2019
When you’re happy, you’re better at your job. As a principal, I want to make my school a happy place, but it’s not just about making work more fun. It’s about creating an environment where teachers feel fulfilled in their hearts so they can give more of themselves to their kids. As a leader, I model and live out the 7 Mindsets , which our school follows.
Educational Technology and Mobile Learning
JUNE 7, 2019
The introduction of hashtags to Twitter and later on to other social networking websites such as Facebook and Google Plus has revolutionized the way people interact and share resources on these.
EdTech Update brings together the best content for education technology professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
TeacherCast
JUNE 7, 2019
If you are thinking about starting a podcast , you are going to want to have it listed in the worlds largest podcasting directory, Apple Podcasts. But, how do you get your podcast into the Apple Podcasts directory? In this post, we will take you step by step and provide you with the links needed to submit your podcast to the Apple Podcasts Directory and get your show seen by your target audience.
SpeechTechie
JUNE 7, 2019
The Internet loves a "Fail," which Urban Dictionary defines as [noun, in this case] "a glorious lack of success." From a narrative standpoint, however, a fail is an initiating event, a critical story element to work with in our students' language. Graphic organizers reduce cognitive load and help students identify and internalize narrative structure, which assists with comprehension and production of narrative language.
TeacherCast
JUNE 7, 2019
Welcome to the TeacherCast Educational Network. Learn how to submit your podcast to the Apple Podcast Directory by following these simple steps. For more information: www.EducationalPodcasting.com. The post How To Have Your Podcast Listed in the Apple Podcasts Directory appeared first on The TeacherCast Educational Network.
eSchool News
JUNE 7, 2019
Building social and emotional learning (SEL) skills such as teamwork requires face-to-face interaction, meaningful discussion, and reflection. Edtech is no complete substitute for that, but there are teamwork activities and tools that can supplement the development of character in the classroom and at home. Besides doing your share, teamwork is working respectfully and effectively within a group.
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
JUNE 7, 2019
An adult teacher friend of mine is taking an Algebra class. This class uses Pearson MyLab. He shared a few questions with me and it’s no surprise he’s frustrated and not doing well. Why is stuff like this a barrier for anyone? To be a teacher or to graduate high school? Asking students to use […]. The post I Dare You to Care About This Math Problem appeared first on Teacher Tech.
techlearning
JUNE 7, 2019
The data suggest that teachers and schools should consider adopting a more holistic approach to digital citizenship.
Reading By Example
JUNE 7, 2019
Equity is the through line of this project. In its simplest form, equity means providing every student with the resources he or she needs to learn and thrive. Shane Safir. I am entering my 20th year in education. I have served either as a classroom teacher or administrator in four different schools, both secondary and elementary. Student populations varied from building to building in many areas.
techlearning
JUNE 7, 2019
Mystery Math Museum provides students with practice with addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with numbers up to 50.
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.
ExcelinEd
JUNE 7, 2019
Credentials Matter , a first-of-its-kind analysis by Excel in Ed and Burning Glass Technologies, examines whether the credentials students earn align with real-world employer demand. Explore state case studies on the effect of high school industry credentials on educational and labor market outcomes in the new report Where Credentials Meet the Market.
SecurEdge
JUNE 7, 2019
Do you need to know how much a new Wi-Fi network will cost for your business? Find out in less than sixty seconds!
Education Superhighway
JUNE 7, 2019
From personalized curriculum to virtual reality, digital learning is changing the education landscape. The following stories of digital learning in the news highlight some of the exciting ways teachers and students are using technology to succeed at school and beyond. Teaching With NYT Virtual Reality Across Subjects. The New York Times. Travis Feldler, founder of TechRow Fund , a nonprofit organization that explores how to leverage immersive technology inside schools to improve learning outcome
Prodigy
JUNE 7, 2019
The exponent rules explain how to solve various equations that — as you might expect — have exponents in them. But there are several different kinds of exponent equations, which can seem daunting… at first. However, like most math tactics, there are teaching strategies you can use to make exponent rules easy to follow. Here’s […].
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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
Jamf on EdTech
JUNE 7, 2019
Businesses eager to recruit and retain the next generation tech-savvy employee would do well to offer them Mac.
Prodigy
JUNE 7, 2019
You’ve done the hard work to make multiplication easy for your students. Now, it’s time for them to practice everything they’ve learned with multiplication worksheets. Worksheets aren’t the only way to practice multiplication, but they’re an effective, easy way to work on class material and get students working independently. Plus — while students complete their […].
Jamf on EdTech
JUNE 7, 2019
Businesses eager to recruit and retain the next generation tech-savvy employee would do well to offer them Mac.
Prodigy
JUNE 7, 2019
Subtracting is the opposite of addition, something your students have learned well before exploring the world of fractions. Subtracting fractions is a little bit more complicated than regular deduction, but there is a teaching strategy that makes the process as easy as one, two, three! In this article, we’ll explore several topics, including: What are […].
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.
techlearning
JUNE 7, 2019
Best strategies for preparing for next year.
Learning with 'e's
JUNE 7, 2019
Reflection on practice is vital for all professionals, not only to improve their performance, but also to help them to think critically about their domain of expertise. Action research derives from reflective practice, and there are many tools that can be used to promote reflection on, in and through practice. This interview was recorded in 2016 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, specifically focusing on reflective practice for educators.
Ask a Tech Teacher
JUNE 7, 2019
Every month, subscribers to our newsletter get a free/discounted resource to help their tech teaching. June 8th-10th: Discounted Group Professional Development. Each $750 for up to 20 attendees. Pick a topic: Tech infused Teacher/Classroom. Writing With Tech. Building Digital Citizens. 20 Webtools in 20 Days. Differentiation. The Tech-infused Teacher.
Dr. Shannon Doak
JUNE 7, 2019
In the Guide to Capstone Education from the National Capstone Consortium there are a series of questions posed about technology and the role it should, could or might possibly play in a capstone course. It is a part of the section for capstone leaders to consider in the process of project design and evaluation. In this post, I will address each of these questions based on the definition of a capstone course at my current place of employment.
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.
The Hechinger Report
JUNE 7, 2019
The Hechinger Report is collaborating with The New York Times to produce Bulletin Board, page 2 of the Times ’ s education supplement, Learning. ‘Developing relationships across seas’. In the United States, men who take particular care of their physical appearance are widely considered to be less masculine. Noa Fay, 18, thought that was a standard belief.
Nick's Picks for Educational Technology
JUNE 7, 2019
Phenomena for NGSS True inquiry often starts with an anomaly or at least an engaging hook to elicit curiosity. Phenomena for NGSS is an ever-growing collection of engaging phenomena, in the form of images and animated GIFs; it’s a must-have resource for any science teacher. Throughout Next Generation Science Standards resources, you’ll notice a clear.
Gradelink
JUNE 7, 2019
Do you know how many decisions you’ve made so far today? Think about the moment you woke up to the moment where you are now: many decisions lay in the wake of that brief timeline. By some estimates, the average adult makes as many as 35,000 decisions in a single day. A single day! And if you’ve ever felt a bit weary from the vast quantity of choices in your daily life, you’re definitely not alone!
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