Ditch That Textbook
DECEMBER 3, 2020
Assignments in Google Classroom are better with apps! Use these apps that work with Google Classroom to level up your activities. Google Classroom looks kind of bare at first glance. A stream. Assignments. Grades. It might make you want to say, "Where's the flash? Doesn't this thing have an app store like my iPhone does?"But […]. The post 30 apps that work with Google Classroom appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.
Digital Promise
DECEMBER 3, 2020
2020 has been a particularly difficult year. The abrupt transition to remote learning was a shock to our national education system. Districts, schools, educators, and families scrambled to get plans in place for distance learning. As the executive director of the Verizon Innovative Learning Schools (VILS) program, I had the opportunity to participate in professional development workshops, calls with coaches and IT personnel, and other virtual convenings supporting our community members from the
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Neo LMS
DECEMBER 3, 2020
There is no consensus about paper-based and paperless education. Some studies have shown that taking notes by hand is better for long-term comprehension, so students should be encouraged to keep on using handwriting for note-taking as opposed to typing while in school. But this is only a small part of the bigger picture. When we talk about paperless schools, we also include printed textbooks and auxiliary materials, the tremendous amount of paperwork teachers and admins need to deal with, or PTA
Ask a Tech Teacher
DECEMBER 3, 2020
Here’s a preview of what’s coming up on Ask a Tech Teacher in December: More Hour of Code projects, websites, resources. Unplugged activities for coding. Subscriber Special. Holiday activities to keep the learning going. Holiday gifts for teachers. End-of-year maintenance–speeding up computers, updating your online precense. Have Santa call your kids.
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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.
EdTech Magazine
DECEMBER 3, 2020
More teachers are integrating technology as well as digital tools and free apps to better engage students in instruction — whether that happens in person, online or both. But as tech integration increases, so do concerns about — and threats to — student data privacy. While many apps and tools created for education factor in safeguards for student data, this practice isn’t universal.
Ditch That Textbook
DECEMBER 3, 2020
Assignments in Google Classroom are better with apps! Use these apps that work with Google Classroom to level up your activities. Google Classroom looks kind of bare at first glance. A stream. Assignments. Grades. It might make you want to say, "Where's the flash? Doesn't this thing have an app store like my iPhone does?"But […]. The post 30 apps that work with Google Classroom appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.
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TeachThought - Learn better.
DECEMBER 3, 2020
30 Of The Best Google Classroom Tools For Teachers by TeachThought Staff Google Classroom has been one of the most popular tools in the modern classroom since its launch in 2014. In the years since, countless tools have either been designed to extend its use or have been redesigned themselves to integrate with it. So, […]. The post 30 Of The Best Google Classroom Tools For Teachers appeared first on TeachThought.
Educational Technology and Mobile Learning
DECEMBER 3, 2020
The far-reaching effects of the current pandemic are strongly felt in the sector of education. To say the least, education is undergoing a historical transformation as manifested in the rapid.
The Hechinger Report
DECEMBER 3, 2020
We grade students throughout their lives, but have you ever wondered how we would measure our communities when it comes to things that truly matter, like student outcomes? What grades would they get? Disparities abound, from students who have been unable to make a quick switch to distance learning because they lack access to technology to families struggling with basic needs such as food and housing.
Educational Technology and Mobile Learning
DECEMBER 3, 2020
In today's post, we want to bring to your attention this excellent free tool from Read Write Think that students can use to create flip books. Flip Book tool provides students with the tools to.
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.
TeacherCast
DECEMBER 3, 2020
In this video, we will walk you through the process of uploading video into Microsoft Stream, a dynamic internal video sharing application from Microsoft. Watch our Complete Microsoft Stream Tutorial: [link] View our Microsoft Stream Playlist: [link] Check out my YouTube channel today!
eSchool News
DECEMBER 3, 2020
If a student from your school had someone knock on their front door, ask for personal information and offer to give them a treat in exchange for that information, what would happen? It depends on the child, but what you know for certain is that your district or school has been teaching stranger danger since that child was in kindergarten, so the odds are good that the interaction would raise a red flag for the student.
TeacherCast
DECEMBER 3, 2020
In this video, we will walk you through the process of uploading video into Microsoft Stream, a dynamic internal video sharing application from Microsoft. Watch our Complete Microsoft Stream Tutorial: [link]. View our Microsoft Stream Playlist: [link]. Check out my YouTube channel today! [link].
N2Y
DECEMBER 3, 2020
If your child has been identified as eligible to receive special education services, the IEP provides the roadmap that guides the team in helping them reach their full potential. While the annual IEP process can be daunting for parents, this guide contains information that will help you understand how to participate and be proactive in advocating for your child.
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.
edWeb.net
DECEMBER 3, 2020
By Eileen Belastock. WATCH THE EDLEADER PANEL RECORDING. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST. “No significant learning occurs without a significant relationship.” This quote by Dr. James P. Comer highlights the importance of strong teacher-student connections. In an edWeb edLeader Panel , sponsored by Intellispark , the presenters concurred with Comer that it is now even more critical to monitor student wellbeing and maintain healthy relationships.
Shake Up Learning
DECEMBER 3, 2020
The post Google from A To Z: The Google Glossary for Teachers! appeared first on Shake Up Learning. GOOGLE FROM A TO Z: The Google Glossary for Teachers. The tools teachers and students need to succeed in a Post-COVID World! Hey K-12 Teachers, you have enough on your plate! Google from A to Z can help! Technology doesn’t have to be complicated, especially with this 40-page handy reference guide in your back pocket.
eSchool News
DECEMBER 3, 2020
It’s 8:45 a.m., and you’re helping your child log into their virtual classroom for another day of math, spelling and history. But the username and password combination isn’t working. You try again. Incorrect. You reset the password. Error message. In the background, your second grader is throwing Teddy Grahams at the TV. You message customer support via the “Help” chat on the education platform, and the customer service agent asks for your school’s unique code.
MiddleWeb
DECEMBER 3, 2020
In The Elementary School Grammar Toolkit Sean Ruday shows how to use mentor texts as a tool to help kids connect with engaging material as they learn proper writing conventions. Teacher Kathie Palmieri says the book will enrich writing in the intermediate grades and beyond.
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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
N2Y
DECEMBER 3, 2020
Visit an art museum where vibrant works of art need a little help to look their best. Students will experience discovery and accomplishment as they clean up various paintings on display.
ScienceDaily (EdTech section)
DECEMBER 3, 2020
Researchers have developed the first technology capable of sending digital information, such as a photo or password, by touching a surface with your finger.
N2Y
DECEMBER 3, 2020
The essence of co-teaching is two teachers working together to share the responsibilities of teaching all of the students in one classroom. Effective co?teachers understand they are equally responsible and accountable for the education of all students in their classroom and develop their teaching practice accordingly. Pairing general education and special education teachers creates opportunities for inclusion for students with disabilities, which offers numerous research-based benefits to school
Technology Tidbits
DECEMBER 3, 2020
Education Blueprint is a wonderful place for educators to find, rate, and share educational resources. This is done a very user friendly way where resources are curated in a wide number of ways (i.e. media, books, podcasts, etc.). Also, this is a great place for teachers to rate/review websites and apps, and even upload resources that they have used themselves.
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.
N2Y
DECEMBER 3, 2020
Visit an art museum where vibrant works of art need a little help to look their best. Students will experience discovery and accomplishment as they clean up various paintings on display.
Technology Tidbits
DECEMBER 3, 2020
Blooket is an excellent new site that uses Game Based Learning to help students learn their subjects. Blooket is very easy to use and provides teachers w/ an educational portal that allows them to track and monitor student progress while generating detailed reports. Also, educators can create their own educational games or join an existing one (i.e. racing, battle royale, etc.
N2Y
DECEMBER 3, 2020
The Center for Applied Special Technology (CAST) has been an important resource for me when working with students on language and literacy. CAST has designed an approach called Universal Design for Learning (UDL), which provides a framework to improve and optimize teaching and learning based on scientific insight into how humans learn, including multiple means of engagement, representation, action, and expression.
Technology Tidbits
DECEMBER 3, 2020
Super Teacher Worksheets is one of the best sites around for finding educational resources on a wide range of subjects. Educators can find, worksheets, printables, puzzle generators and more. Also, they are constantly updating their site w/ more resources all the time and recently released new crossword puzzle worksheet generator. I highly recommend checking out Super Teacher Worksheets by clicking here !!!
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.
Nick's Picks for Educational Technology
DECEMBER 3, 2020
We’ve all been there. You can’t access a website and wonder if it’s really down for everyone or just you. Is It Down Right Now? will quickly test any site you enter from their servers and let you know if it’s working. In addition to their tests, they also rely on crowd-sourcing to report possible. Read more. The post Is It Down Right Now? appeared first on Nick's Picks For Educational Technology.
The Learning Revolution Has Begun
DECEMBER 3, 2020
"Performance Evaluations: A Skill-Building Refresher for Library Leaders" Part of a special Library 2.0 series with Dr. Steve Albrecht OVERVIEW : We invite you to join us for a 60-minute webinar presented by Library 2.0 and Dr. Steve Albrecht on Friday, December 11th, 2020. The language we use as library leaders matters. This is important in our coaching conversations and in the way we handle both the Performance Evaluation (PE) documentation and the subsequent conversation.
MindShift
DECEMBER 3, 2020
As protests against racial injustice spread to communities large and small in this year, many educators have been pushed to examine how systemic racism harms students. Some have publicly proclaimed the steps they will take to create anti-racist schools , including diversifying classroom and library bookshelves. That task may be easier than ever, thanks to six years of advocacy by the We Need Diverse Books campaign.
Jamf on EdTech
DECEMBER 3, 2020
Ian Beer's recent demonstration of how he could remotely cause every single iPhone in radio range of his Mac to reboot was a clarion call to keep your devices updated to the latest OS release. Even the most benign update may include fixes to a series of critical security flaws that an attacker could leverage against the device.
AI-powered tools like virtual assistants and chatbots provide instant guidance and support, while data analytics offer valuable insights for educators and administrators.
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