Ask a Tech Teacher
OCTOBER 26, 2022
Back when I started teaching tech, teachers loved saying that kids knew more than they did, even defer to students to teach. That doesn’t work anymore which means even the most tech-phobic of teachers must step up. Here’s a good article from Yahoo Finance on that: Why Teaching Tech to Teachers Is More Important Than Ever. “With technology, it’s not all or nothing,” says Williams.
EdTech Magazine
OCTOBER 26, 2022
K–12 environments are prime targets for hackers due to the sensitive information they hold and historically underdeveloped security measures. As a former K–12 CTO in Indiana and Georgia for more than 25 years, I saw many school districts dealt a devastating blow by cybersecurity breaches and attacks, many of which happened as the result of an overall lack of funding, awareness, support and staff expertise.
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The CoolCatTeacher
OCTOBER 26, 2022
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Organizing lesson plans, units, resources, links, IEP’s, and IEP meetings can be cumbersome and stressful. In this blog post, I’ll share my review of TARA, the Teacher HQ for Resources and Administration. Their stated goal is to prevent teacher burnout. In addition to sharing about the tool, you should also check out their 60+ tools for Student Engagement , and I’ll share about their teacher support quiz which will
Dangerously Irrelevant
OCTOBER 26, 2022
[this blog post is a follow-up response to the Twitter exchange with Van Schoales posted below]. Hi Van. Although I’ve admired your work for years, you and I have never met, which means that we don’t have a relationship to lean into. Seth Godin reminds me that ‘ if your audience isn’t listening, it’s your fault, not theirs. ’ So please take this post as a very-public apology for whatever anger or defensiveness I sparked by my tweet.
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Digital Promise
OCTOBER 26, 2022
The post How I Help Students Address Climate Change with Hydroponics appeared first on Digital Promise.
EdTech4Beginners
OCTOBER 26, 2022
The US faces an alarming talent shortage, and educational technology (EdTech) could be one of the solutions that could reverse the trend. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce reports that there are already 10.1 million job openings this year, but they project that the number will increase further in the next few years. As a result, employers in the healthcare, travel, manufacturing, tech, and even education sectors are in search of solutions that can bridge the talent shortage.
EdTech Update brings together the best content for education technology professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler
OCTOBER 26, 2022
Technology moves faster than we can keep up with it and Google Docs is no exception. These new features in Google Docs recognize that HOW we work has changed to being more dynamic and collaborative. Embracing these new features will not only allow you to be more efficient but will literally change how you approach using Docs! The post 5 New Features in Google Docs appeared first on Teacher Tech.
eSchool News
OCTOBER 26, 2022
When 17-year-old Jerry Marnell thought about heading off to college, economics seemed like an enticing major to study. Between self-starting his own production company and serving as president of a local club, he knew basic business tenets were vital to success and he was interested in learning more about the subject. But like for so many young people across the country, Jerry’s high school in California’s Monterey Bay area did not offer economic classes.
EdTechTeacher
OCTOBER 26, 2022
We are thrilled to announce that EdTechTeacher is now a core member of Adobe’s Official Training Partner for Education Program ! Adobe’s shared vision is for millions of educators to feel empowered to integrate Adobe tools into their classrooms as a result of trainings delivered by authorized Adobe Training Partners for Education. Adobe for Education is committed to supporting trainers in achieving valuable and engaging professional development experiences for educators and clients.
Educational Technology and Mobile Learning
OCTOBER 26, 2022
Zoho Survey is a good tool that teachers can use to create surveys and quizzes. Zoho Survey enables you to easily create your own surveys. It offers a wide variety of pre-made templates with the ability to edit and customize them the way you want. You can add different question types, drag and drop questions, upload your logo, add your own theme, and many more.
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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.
eSchool News
OCTOBER 26, 2022
Teaching methods have changed dramatically over the last few years, leading to numerous electronic resources entering the classroom. This makes school IT a formidable challenge—security experts have to juggle budget constraints with heavy traffic on the network due to a huge number of connected devices. There is no stopping the use of technology to enhance student engagement and learning.
American Consortium for Equity in Education
OCTOBER 26, 2022
GREAT RESOURCES FOR EDUCATORS IN CAREER AND TECHNICAL ED AS WELL AS THE BEST FREE RESOURCES FOR EDUCATORS IN SOCIAL STUDIES AND CIVICS. High quality resources from Izzit with a look at their “IZZIT Here” traveling classroom for CTE Everything we do, including. Keep Reading GREAT FREE RESOURCES FOR EDUCATORS IN CAREER AND TECHNICAL ED.
The Cornerstone for Teachers
OCTOBER 26, 2022
A trap I fell into while working on socio-emotional skills with my students was ONLY focusing on the social component. I knew that emotional intelligence is an important skill to foster in children: it helps us to better understand ourselves as we move through our daily lives. This knowledge of self then helps us to better understand and empathize with others.
techlearning
OCTOBER 26, 2022
Looking back at how federal stimulus funds have been administered can help guide current efforts.
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.
The Learning Revolution Has Begun
OCTOBER 26, 2022
"Twenty-Five Service, Safety, and Security Tips for All Librarians" Part of the Library 2.0 Series with Dr. Steve Albrecht OVERVIEW : It’s time to refresh your knowledge of our most effective tools for your service, safety, and security toolkit while doing library work. Let’s talk about what works - and what doesn’t - when it comes to dealing with challenging patrons.
Shake Up Learning
OCTOBER 26, 2022
The post Link People, Files, and Calendar Events to Your Google Sheet with “Smart Chips” appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Smart Chips are becoming a part of all of your favorite Google applications. They give you a way to connect all of your “Google stuff” to your documents. This is a great way to improve communication and collaboration and save time!
Kitaboo on EdTech
OCTOBER 26, 2022
With the rapid growth of online content and publishing, digital copyrights have become a major issue. ePUBs are incredibly convenient as an alternative to regular books. However, digital content and eBooks face issues with the protection of intellectual property rights. In addition to copyright and intellectual property laws, Digital Rights Management (DRM) serves as digital content protection to help safeguard the intellectual property rights of ePUBs.
eSchool News
OCTOBER 26, 2022
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) announces the winners of its 2022-2023 Leadership Awards. The awards program honored 17 individuals for their extraordinary education advocacy and leadership. The recipients were announced during a special awards gala following the 19 th Annual National ALAS Education Summit held recently in Puerto Rico.
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Jamf on EdTech
OCTOBER 26, 2022
Apple have released macOS Ventura and iPadOS 16 and it's chock full of great features. Are you ready to upgrade?
EdTech4Beginners
OCTOBER 26, 2022
Looking for new projects to try at school? Whether your classroom needs something new, or you’ve been interested in computing for a while, there are so many possibilities with coding. We’ve outlined a few of our suggestions to help you incorporate more advanced technology in IT classes. . Build a website. If you and your class are beginners, building a basic website is the best way to make a start.
Educational Technology and Mobile Learning
OCTOBER 26, 2022
123FormBuilder, as its name indicates, is a web tool that enables you to create numerous types of online forms including surveys, polls, questionnaires, contact forms, event registration, order form, application form, and many more. 123 Form Builder offers an easy drag and drop form builder that makes it easy for anyone with no coding knowledge to create beautiful forms.
Edsurge
OCTOBER 26, 2022
Admittedly, I have been jamming to Beyoncé’s new album , "Renaissance", ever since it came out this past summer. It literally speaks to my soul, not only because it acknowledges my humanity but also in the way it pays homage to the intersections of Black and Queer artistry. "BREAK MY SOUL", in particular, reflects my work as a public high school history teacher as I have had my own renaissance navigating the toxic landscape that further marginalizes educators struggling to hold on to their human
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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