The CoolCatTeacher
NOVEMBER 22, 2016
Tips and Tricks I've Learned from Experience From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Online and face-to-face spaces blend to create a today’s classroom. Most schools have physical buildings. For purposes of this article, we’ll call these “the bricks.” Also, schools also have online spaces where students work and collaborate.
EdTech Magazine
NOVEMBER 21, 2016
By Meghan Bogardus Cortez Two education experts offer up best practices for utilizing mobile technology.
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Digital Promise
NOVEMBER 22, 2016
In November 2016, over 250 school district leaders, researchers, thought leaders, and other partners came to Baltimore, Maryland to learn from one of the nation’s most forward-thinking school districts, Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). This League of Innovative Schools meeting was focused on equity, and showcased how BCPS is making strides toward providing access and opportunity for all students.
Neo LMS
NOVEMBER 23, 2016
My favorite activity as a child was hanging out with my friends, riding bikes and climbing trees. Since not all days were sunny and warm we had to spend some time inside as well. It was always hard to stay inside because there is literally less room to play and often we had to use our creativity to transform parts of our house into the land of “Far far away”.
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.
Teacher Reboot Camp
NOVEMBER 25, 2016
“As we work to create light for others, we naturally light our own way.” – Mary Anne Radmacher. December is right around the corner and one way to celebrate the holidays with your students is by creating a digital calendar of activities. You can create an advent calendar full of cool web tool projects , a calendar of kind acts, a calendar to motivate students to keep learning during the break, a calendar introducing students to different traditions and cultures around the world
Ditch That Textbook
NOVEMBER 24, 2016
I know. We’re already many years into the 21st Century. And I know there’s a chance that the term “21st Century” might rub you the wrong way. But we’re here, and teaching and learning look very different. At least they have the potential to. When I started teaching in 2004, there was one computer in [.].
EdTech Update brings together the best content for education technology professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Brilliant or Insane
NOVEMBER 19, 2016
Brilliant or Insane. 10 Tech Recipes For a Stress-Free Teacher Life by Antonio Tooley Today’s teachers have their work cut out for them because not only are they fighting for the attention of students whose attention spans are getting increasingly shorter, but they also have to grade papers, create lesson plans, check homework, and keep track of how their […].
EdNews Daily
NOVEMBER 25, 2016
The need for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education is critical, especially because there will be more than 3 million job openings in STEM-related fields by 2018. But administrators and policy makers now recognize the benefits of integrating arts education into STEM subjects. The Every Student Succeeds Act, which replaced No Child Left Behind in 2015, encourages the incorporation of arts and design into the curriculum by citing states’ obligation to support arts
Ditch That Textbook
NOVEMBER 21, 2016
I’m excited to tell you about a great conference you can attend in your pajamas from the comfort of your own couch! In December, you can take part in the Ditch That Textbook Digital Summit. It’s an online conference that features nine presentations from educators who are doing amazing things in technology, pedagogy, inquiry and more. [.].
EdTech4Beginners
NOVEMBER 20, 2016
It is great to create quizzes and tests for your class, but why not flip this? Ask your students to make one themselves. Recently my class used the brilliant website Kahoot! to create maths word problems. Here is an example a pupil in my class made: When they were complete, we played the games that had been created: It was great because the students led the game themselves; it certainly engaged and empowered them!
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The Web20Classroom
NOVEMBER 21, 2016
During a professional development session a while back I thought I killed someone. He didn’t respond when his name was called. He didn’t respond I tapped his shoulder. Finally, he responded when I shook him a bit harder. Lucky for me (and him) he was just asleep. But it was a wake up call to me and the way I approached delivering Professional Development.
Education Elements
NOVEMBER 23, 2016
Normally, this is the time of year when people write lists about what makes them thankful. In the wake of the election I have seen less of those and more lists about what is making people feel scared. And that makes sense -- I’m scared too. I am pretty sure for many of us 2016 will go down as a pretty bad year, full of numerous high-profile shootings, deaths of some pretty awesome people , and a divisive election.
Educational Technology Guy
NOVEMBER 23, 2016
Google for Education , which includes G Suite for Education , Chromebooks , and content, is one of the most popular, and most updated, platforms for education. Here are some great resources for IT, Teachers, Students and more. Google for Education main site: https://www.google.com/edu/ Getting started with G Suite for Education: https://support.google.com/a/answer/2856827 G Suite for Education: https://www.google.com/edu/products/productivity-tools/ Chromebooks: https://www.google.com/edu/produc
EdTech4Beginners
NOVEMBER 22, 2016
Recently, I was amazed to see a huge improvement in a one of my student’s vocabulary when writing a setting description: She explained that her dad has started emailing her vocabulary lists and then she uses the app Notability to write the meanings in her first language, Thai. I find that by doing it this way, I remember all of the words better.
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.
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 22, 2016
Three years ago, Epic! founders Suren Markosian and Kevin Donahue set out to build the Netflix of children’s books. Based in Palo Alto, Calif., the company offers an app that lets kids access unlimited books, educational videos, quizzes and audiobooks — and it’s free for educators. If students want to use Epic! at home, they can subscribe for $4.99 per month.
EdTechTeacher
NOVEMBER 22, 2016
Are you an elementary teacher looking for creative ways to integrate iPads into student learning? App Smashing is a great strategy for increasing the creative potential of the iPad. In this guide, you’ll be introduced to a set of “evergreen” apps for use in powerful app smashing on the iPad. What is App Smashing on the iPad? Why App Smash? “App Smashing” — a term developed by EdTech Teacher instructor Greg Kulowiec — is the act of merging or “smashing” content from different apps tog
Educational Technology Guy
NOVEMBER 23, 2016
Digital Promise has released an EdTech Pilot Framework which provides a step-by-step process to help education leaders and technology developers run successful educational technology (ed-tech) pilots. It is very simple to use and read and has links for more information on each step. Here is the link to the original article: [link] One thing to remember - you don't have to do these projects alone.
EdTech4Beginners
NOVEMBER 24, 2016
A digital classroom is one which mostly or indeed wholly relies on electronic devices and software. Image courtesy of shantanuprakash.com . Is it always a good thing? I feel that the balance needs to be right. We are not yet at the stage where we can ditch the pen and paper however we need to be mindful that we are teaching children whose digital futures are uncertain – we simply don’t know where technology will go.
Speaker: Amanda Davis, Chief Experience Officer and Liam O'Malley, VP of Association Solutions
The "new normal" is now a little less new, a little more normal. Does that mean your current LMS strategy is in need of a refresh? Is your organization or association leaning into the always-evolving eLearning environment to ensure you have the tools and content to remain relevant through all this change? There are many complex decision-making processes within your learning & development strategy and LMS lifecycle management, including: Selection.
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 22, 2016
Analysts and industry experts have lamented the recent slowdown in edtech investment, crystallizing doubts already felt by entrepreneurs and academics. Meanwhile, the pressure on institutions to drive improved outcomes continues, even as higher education is facing fiscal challenges that can leave little room for innovation and creativity. In response to this challenging environment, one possible solution may come in an unexpected place—a new kind of partnership between those who create technolog
EdTechTeacher
NOVEMBER 21, 2016
Google Add-Ons and Extensions provide an excellent array of research, writing and feedback tools perfect for laptop, desktop, and Chromebook users. In this multi-part series, you’ll learn some of the best Google Drive Add-Ons and Chrome Extensions for use in middle school and high school English & Language Arts, History & Social Studies, World Languages, and Science classrooms.
Educational Technology Guy
NOVEMBER 23, 2016
Schools are always looking for ways to find funding for projects, especially for technology. Here are some great resources that I have used in the past. 1. Edutopia - The Big List of Educational Grants and Resources - Get a roundup of educational grants, contests, awards, free toolkits, and classroom guides aimed at helping students, classrooms, schools, and communities.
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 21, 2016
Focusing on inclusion, using data, and forming partnerships are among the practices that can help make special education programs successful in schools, according to a new report. “ Meeting the Needs of Every Student Through Inclusion ,” from the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), details the special education program philosophy behind 10 California charter public schools, how they implement best practices on their campuses, and what policy arrangements have allowed them to succeed.
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.
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 21, 2016
Grade 9 Geography was in trouble. Students didn’t like the traditional textbook-and-worksheet-centric course, and their teachers and district staff were concerned that a lack of engagement was translating into lower grades at Canada’s Ottawa Catholic School Board’s (OCSB) high schools. The Board wanted to help teachers better engage students; to do this effectively, it needed clearer insight into teacher needs.
The Hechinger Report
NOVEMBER 22, 2016
Teachers Ivonne Kendrick and Milagro Nuñez lead preschool students at Houston Elementary School in a song during a time of “música y movimiento.” Photo: Natalie Gross. WASHINGTON, D.C. — In Ivonne Kendrick’s classroom at Houston Elementary School, 3-year-olds sit cross-legged in a circle, listening to their teacher sing about the fall season. “Llega el otoño tras el verano , ” they repeat after her in Spanish.
Educational Technology and Mobile Learning
NOVEMBER 20, 2016
November 20, 2016 Whether you are a new or a veteran practitioner of project based learning approach in your teaching, the books below will provide you with a solid theoretical and pedagogical.read more.
MIND Research Institute
NOVEMBER 22, 2016
Happy Holidays from JiJi and friends at MIND Research Institute! Looking for a fun activity for your classroom? Download this Holiday JiJi Coloring Page and your students can share what they are thankful for with JiJi! Share your holiday message with JiJi via: JiJi's Facebook wall. Twitter, by tagging @JiJiMath. Pinterest , with the #JiJiHoliday hashtag.
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Edsurge
NOVEMBER 19, 2016
As more educators begin to see the tremendous impact blended learning can have on student learning and engagement, school leaders have begun scrambling to train teachers on how to utilize technology to enhance instruction. This has proven to be challenging since many current administrators have limited experience with blended learning given the relative newness of the approach.
The Hechinger Report
NOVEMBER 21, 2016
Children play with musical instruments during free time at Redcliffe Children’s Centre, a public nursery school in Bristol, England. Photo: Lillian Mongeau. Personalized learning is all the rage. And for good reason. Our world is rapidly changing, and students need a broader set of skills to lead the future — adaptability, goal-setting, critical thinking, problem-solving, executive functioning, collaboration.
MiddleWeb
NOVEMBER 20, 2016
Given social media’s popularity as a news source, writes media literacy expert Frank Baker, it’s critically important that students gain the insight and the analytical skills to distinguish fact from fiction. Baker highlights the pervasive rise of fake news and shares key resources for teaching and learning.
Teacher Tech
NOVEMBER 22, 2016
Link to Infographic in Google Draw Having a good workflow for assessing student work is essential. Here is my workflow for giving feedback through Google Classroom. Assignment Title To find student work in Google Classroom go to the Stream in Google Classroom and find the assignment. Click on the assignment title to view student work. […]. The post Google Classroom: Assess Student Work FASTER [infographic] appeared first on Teacher Tech.
Speaker: Richard Goring, Director at BrightCarbon
Have you ever caught an employee sleeping during training? Compelling content is paramount, but trying to do so with the same tools you've always used is complicated, right? Wrong! Powerpoint has excellent features that, with a bit of creativity, can help you improve your presentations and keep your people engaged without going over budget. By utilizing newer components that enable interactive sequences, navigable content to respond to your audience, and pop quizzes for informal knowledge checks
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