The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 9, 2020

Listen to This Post I’ll also be sharing more resources this week on my blog, podcast, and social media accounts and in my newsletter. Join the Facebook group Temporary School Closure Support – many helpful conversations are in there. Boomwriter is a free writing app but of course, you can use Google Docs too.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

The second conflict-of-interest related news story (set of stories, really) involves New America and Google/ Eric Schmidt. Google – which maintains close ties to the think tank – was alleged to pressure New America to push out a scholar and his team after they made a series of sharp statements about the behavior of the company.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 6, 2022

“Students are evaluating teachers; they do that on social media and Rate your Teacher. If a teacher wants a good picture of how teaching impacts students, I suggest using a Google Form survey or Microsoft forms. During my years in the classroom, I created Google forms and then posted them on Canvas or pushed them out via email.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 25, 2023

While all of these schools have been rushing to block ChatGPT , many don’t realize that generative AI tools are making their way into Google Workspaces and Microsoft 365. (If Some questions to ask So, while universities and schools may block ChatGPT, will they remove Office 365 and Google Docs from their suite of tools provided to students?

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Hapara

APRIL 28, 2023

You can also assign the videos directly to Google Classroom. Google’s Be Internet Awesome Google offers a free program called Be Internet Awesome that teaches kids about digital citizenship and helps them make responsible decisions online. Other resources include educator guides, background reading for learners and glossaries.

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Digital Citizenship Social Media Elementary OER 274

Edsurge

DECEMBER 16, 2020

From increased anxiety and depression related to unhealthy usage of social media , to our students’ decreased attention spans , it’s time to take a “less is more” approach. No, Edtech Minimalism doesn’t necessitate a complete abandonment of digital technology. That may seem counterintuitive.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

The second conflict-of-interest related news story (set of stories, really) involves New America and Google/ Eric Schmidt. Google – which maintains close ties to the think tank – was alleged to pressure New America to push out a scholar and his team after they made a series of sharp statements about the behavior of the company.

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Hapara

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Educate Learners need to be educated about copyright; reliable sources; appropriate communication for email, texting or social media; and how to safely shop online. They also need to be aware of what type of images they can use in Google Slides or other presentations. They can also set up a time duration.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

FEBRUARY 25, 2018

The Internet and social media provide learners with a worldwide audience in which to share their ideas, passions, innovations, thoughts, and brilliance. The Internet and social media also presents many influences that can negatively impact our physical, mental, spiritual, psychological, emotional, and social well-being.

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MOOC Social Media eBook Learning 244

EdTech Magazine

JUNE 8, 2018

Educational research group Pearson reports that there’s increasing awareness and recognition among teachers and administrators that traditional parent-teacher conferences yield limited results , particularly for traditionally marginalized student populations. SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks!

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TeacherCast

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Where traditionally, these are good options and ones that are still being used today, there is one option that many EdTech Brands overlook. How Should EdTech Companies Treat Instructional Coaches? How can Edtech companies support Instructional Coaches? What do school districts expect from Coaches? Masters of the Curriculum.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Those building, funding and using edtech tools must similarly wrestle with these concerns. Now, educators are focused on linking edtech tools directly to student learning outcomes. Technology can collect and harness more data than ever before. But with that comes greater risks to personal privacy and potential for misuse.

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mauilibrarian2 in Olinda

NOVEMBER 17, 2013

I''m getting ready for the EdTech Mixed Plate Show tonight, pondering one of the questions that will be asked of me: "How do you curate what you find online so you will remember to use and to share with others?" Great time to do an inventory of the social media tools I use regularly to curate links and share ideas!

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Shake Up Learning

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

The post 40 Facebook Groups for Educators appeared first on Shake Up Learning. But I have found a gold mine in Facebook groups for educators. In fact, I have 40 Facebook Groups for Educators to share with you in this post! I’ve learned so much from the Shake Up Learning Facebook Group ! Click To Tweet.

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Facebook Groups Education EdTech 78

Neo LMS

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Use LinkedIn and other social media . Google is your friend if you need to go outside the community. Read more: How edtech strengthens parental engagement in online learning. Small group interactions . Instead of talking to the whole class, partners can rotate and interact with smaller student groups. .

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Examples Strategy Groups Social Media 367

TeacherCast

SEPTEMBER 16, 2018

Schoology is an LMS that has the visual appeal of a social media application like Facebook, which provides students with a platform they are comfortable in. Schools can use Schoology for daily announcements or create “groups” for all of their sports and clubs that students can be a part of. Google Classroom.

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Hapara

MAY 23, 2022

An internet search can bring up videos, message boards, blogs or social media posts with toxic messaging. . On the internet, it can happen through social media, online chatting, message boards or gaming apps. Social media, gaming or gambling websites can keep students from learning and even lead to unhealthy behavior.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 25, 2023

AI in Education – My EdTech Life Podcast Helen Maddox says that she's found the AI podcast episodes on @ MyEdTechLife hosted by Fonz Mendoza to be helpful. She also shares some very valuable AI tools: Google Experiments. AI and machine learning experiments from Google. A group of us took this advice and made it our own.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 22, 2018

At the end of the day, edtech can feel like one more thing on a teacher’s plate. Edtech initiatives that reduce teachers to the role of facilitator often overlook the important role the teacher plays in activating rich learning experiences for students. 7th Grade Informational Writing: How is social media used in times of crisis?

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TeacherCast

JULY 3, 2022

We learned about Microsoft Teams and Google Classroom. Then the group texts started followed by Voxer conversations and of course the rise of the POST-ISTE-COVID Facebook Group(s). Here is an interview from this year's conference between me and the New EdTech Classroom cohost, Thom Gibson. Catching up on Social Media.

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Doug Levin

AUGUST 20, 2017

(Mostly) back from my August hiatus, I’m pleased to offer up the next edition of A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 33 Edition). No endorsements; no sponsored content; no apologies for my eclectic tastes. Strong opinions may be weakly held.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

Specifically, he tried to get into some of the learning and student management systems built by Blackboard and Follett, which are two of the most widely used edtech systems in the country. You can follow the podcast on the Apple Podcast app , Spotify , Stitcher , Google Play Music or wherever you listen. My name is Bill Demirkapi.”

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Neo LMS

MAY 12, 2020

For example, teachers in Hong Kong realized that their students needed emotional support in addition to their online assignments, and began to organize regular small group chats and ways to include their faces in videos they shared so teachers and students could make familiar connections with each other. What do we do?

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 10, 2018

What’s really transformational is a shift in teaching and learning,” notes Tanya Avrith, co-author of The Google Infused Classroom. A group of sixth-graders created a collaborative book on ways they can be digital leaders.” . By connecting with peers through social media, kids can find a natural audience for their creations. .

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The Innovative Educator

DECEMBER 28, 2014

Looking back at 2014 I've come up with a few edtech resources I have relied on most for teaching and learning. 1) Google Apps Never worry about accessing or backing up your work with Google Apps.Whether you’re creating a doc, slides, spreadsheet, Google Apps provide the best collaboration and sharing tool out there for your work.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

The piece from Natasha Singer examines the murky relationship between edtech developers and the educators who tout their products. The practice is widespread from top to bottom: Apple, Google and Microsoft train and certify teachers who demonstrate expertise with their wares. The tactic is not unique to education.

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TeacherCast

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Where traditionally, these are good options and ones that are still being used today, there is one option that many EdTech Brands overlook. How can Edtech companies support Instructional Coaches? More often than anything else, today's community forums take the shape of Facebook Groups. This one might seem like a no-brainer.

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ViewSonic Education

JUNE 5, 2019

For example, the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls not only empathize intellect but also social skills in their mission statement. This school recognizes that there is a gap in Millennials and Generation Z’s social skills fueled by growing up on mobile phones, social media, and online chatting.

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Shake Up Learning

JULY 13, 2020

The post Google Challenges for Teachers! In this guest post by Pam Hubler, she shares how she developed and implemented Google Challenges to deliver Virtual PD at her school. Google Challenges for Teachers (FREE Template) from @specialtechie. Google Challenges for Virtual PD. See also: How to Design Google PD That Works!

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eSchool News

JULY 15, 2022

SILVER SPRING, MD (July, 2022)— Tennessee’s Maury County Public Schools (MCPS) announced it has deepened its multiyear collaboration with Discovery Education , the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place. stay connected with Discovery Education on social media through?

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Hapara

JULY 3, 2023

We will use respectful language online, in email, on class message boards and in Google Documents. In a Google Doc, I don’t add private information like my password because. When I’m posting on our school’s social media account, I’m aware of how it will affect my digital footprint.

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Digital Learning Digital Citizenship How To Learning 144

Shake Up Learning

MAY 18, 2021

The post 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Google Meet – SULS0110 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this episode with Shake Up Learning Trainer and Community Manager, Pam Hubler, we explore the new updates to Google Meet. 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Google Meet. Google Meet is all grown up!

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TeacherCast

JULY 3, 2022

We learned about Microsoft Teams and Google Classroom. Then the group texts started followed by Voxer conversations and of course the rise of the POST-ISTE-COVID Facebook Group(s). We learned about Augmented and Virtual Reality. But … Then it Happed Then it was time to go home. We wore our badges. Was I the Only One???

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Edsurge

MARCH 18, 2020

Name: Edlyft HQ: San Francisco Founded: 2019 For $250 a month per student, Edlyft provides computer science majors with group tutoring, study groups and guidance from people already proficient in the subject. This isn’t CEO Erika Hairston’s first foray into edtech.

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techieMusings

MAY 10, 2017

Create a Jeopardy-style game in Google Spreadsheets using Flippity.net. In addition to creating a game for your class, you might assign this task to students to complete in groups. Use Spark Posts to create images optimized for social media or Pinterest. Adobe Spark – Pages, Posts, & Video.

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ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

High school esports is a growing phenomenon offering a whole new group of students amazing opportunities for personal and professional growth. In addition to the well-documented social and physical benefits of group activities, esports is able to offer students improved academic professional opportunities. A pathway to college.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 5, 2018

Britt: In my classes, I’m using strictly a Blackboard LMS and I’m using Twitter, which I felt was a less onerous use of social media for classroom conversations. When I set up the Facebook closed group, I was under the assumption that people could use Facebook for communication in our class, and nobody outside the group could see it.

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