EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 8, 2018

When Harbor Beach High School was built five decades ago, the library was a hub of student activity, but in recent years, it had become a veritable ghost town. I’ve got to use the library.’ MORE FROM EDTECH: Read more on how modern learning environtments are opening the door to new teaching styles! eli.zimmerman_9856.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Tracy Smith, Parkland’s assistant to the superintendent for operations, spoke with EdTech about the district’s strategies and best practices for improving digital equity and shared her hopes for bringing broadband to every home in the Lehigh Valley region. . EDTECH: What challenges related to digital equity are you facing in your district?

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Langford recently talked with EdTech about the challenges of the digital divide and practical ways to overcome them. EDTECH: What challenges related to digital equity are you facing in your district? MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out what one Iowa school district is doing to narrow the homework gap. He should know. by Wylie Wong.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 9, 2018

How to Implement Library Makerspaces in STEM Programs. For Laura Fleming, library media specialist at New Milford High School in New Jersey, a library makerspace is a unique learning environment that encourages tinkering, play and open-ended exploration for all. Understand the Needs of Students in a Library Makerspace Project.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Buryanek recently talked with EdTech about how her district is tackling the challenge of digital equity one teacher and one mobile hotspot at a time. EDTECH: What challenges related to digital equity are you facing in your district? EDTECH: How are you solving the digital-equity problem? Our next step is to order more hotspots.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

MORE FROM EDTECH: Find out what professional development your teachers need to run a successful makerspace ! In makerspaces, usually set up in schools or libraries, students work collaboratively on projects that encourage using creative solutions to explore areas in science, technology, engineering and math. by Eli Zimmerman.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 24, 2018

Makerspaces — a key element of STEM education — are popping up in classrooms and libraries across the U.S. Research from School Library Journal indicates that maker activities at elementary and middle schools increased by 4 percent from 2014 to 2017. SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks!

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

When classroom and media center design is “driven by the desire to create personal and authentic learning experiences for students,” it can move teaching practices forward, Tom Murray, the director of innovation for Future Ready Schools, recently told EdTech. . Please join the discussion on Twitter by using the #ConnectIT hashtag. . . .

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

Next Vista for Learning offers a free, online library of more than 2,000 videos by and for teachers and students everywhere. Hurley took some time to talk with EdTech magazine before the conference. EdTech K–12 Magazine (@EdTech_K12) February 26, 2018. . EdTech K–12 Magazine (@EdTech_K12) February 26, 2018.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 26, 2019

JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Follow @EdTech_K12 on Twitter for continued ISTE 2019 coverage. MORE FROM EDTECH: See how blended learning tools such as Microsoft Teams and Google Classroom can help improve student engagement. MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out how to make your school's professional development count. by Eli Zimmerman.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

Sovereign, whose firm, Kellogg & Sovereign Consulting, specializes in E-rate programs for schools and libraries, presented “E-Rate Strategies for Maximizing Funding” with Myrna Martinez, director of information services for the Harlandale Independent School District and a client of the firm. Build an E-Rate Team in Your District.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 2, 2019

Sixth-graders get acquainted with the Sphero at the library during lunch or after school. MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out how tinker–fests and hackathons can rev up STEM interest in K–12 students. Now the school has about 20 models, along with apps students can use on their tablets or Chromebooks to learn the basics of programming.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 21, 2019

EdTech sat down with Kelly Young, Executive Director of Education Reimagined , to understand how educational technology fits into the learner-centered education movement, and what kinds of innovations will be necessary in the coming years. MORE FROM EDTECH: Technology trends universities should expect in 2019.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out the basics of a modern learning environment. Harbor Beach High School in Michigan updated its library with easily configurable desks that enable collaboration for groups of any size. MORE FROM EDTECH: Steps to create a modern learning environment. Here’s how teachers can get started.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Edtech spoke with Leila Nuland, managing research director for K-12 at Hanover research to discuss some of the trends surrounding computer science in K–12 and how to overcome issues of accessibility and underrepresentation in certain populations. EDTECH: What interest have you seen from educators on including computer science in curricula?

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH: Creative applications such as Adobe Creative Cloud are helping students develop soft skills employers value. Older students use the Tynker platform to code while younger students use tablet computers, Principal John Beeck told EdTech. . Here’s how. Get Creative with Digital Art Platforms. Try out new digital tools.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 20, 2019

Teachers have many edtech resources in their toolbox now. Director of Digital Learning and Innovation at Milford Public Schools, MA, talked about why they wrangled their technology and how having a defined edtech toolbox improved teaching and learning overall. You can follow him on Twitter @edtechco. Joseph, Ed.D.,

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 6, 2018

Here are three steps district leaders interested in upgrading infrastructure can take to get on the path toward tech innovation: SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks! Please join the discussion on Twitter by using the #ConnectIT hashtag. Seek Out E-Rate Funding. Content Subtype.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

They took some time to talk with EdTech prior to the conference. SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks! EDTECH: When you talk about the “modern learning environment” in your book, what do you mean? EDTECH: What are the education trends that have led to the modern learning environment?

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

In 1986, approximately 30 educators came together to form Illinois Computing Educators (ICE) , as a statewide initiative to offer professional development opportunities for teachers, technology coordinators, library media specialists, administrators, higher education representatives, school support staff and other stakeholders in Illinois education.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH: Learn what K–12 schools can do to balance student privacy and security. MORE FROM EDTECH: Get the top three tips students should know to master digital citizenship. Marquita Brown is the managing editor of EdTech: Focus on K-12. Taking a Proactive Approach to Student Safety. by Marquita Brown.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 2, 2018

The two-story building also includes a makerspace and comfortable chairs in the library, a large courtyard with a covered patio that can serve as an outdoor class­room, and an Innovation Station that houses a computer lab, 3D printers, a video and audio production ­studio and a workshop where students build things. “We It’s exciting.”.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 19, 2018

Here are some expert opinions on the four major trends of the year: SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks! Research from School Library Journal indicates that maker activities at elementary and middle schools increased by 4 percent from 2014 to 2017. Meghan is an associate editor with EdTech.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2020

MORE FROM EDTECH: Learn best practices for developing an E-Rate strategy. In its recent comments, the FCC noted “overwhelming record support” for the Category Two approach, which it says “provided broader, more equitable, and more predictable funding for schools and libraries than under the prior rules.”.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 16, 2020

MORE FROM EDTECH: Learn best practices for developing an E-Rate strategy. In its recent comments, the FCC noted “overwhelming record support” for the Category Two approach, which it says “provided broader, more equitable, and more predictable funding for schools and libraries than under the prior rules.”.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 6, 2020

MORE FROM EDTECH: Learn best practices for developing an E-Rate strategy. In its recent comments, the FCC noted “overwhelming record support” for the Category Two approach, which it says “provided broader, more equitable, and more predictable funding for schools and libraries than under the prior rules.”.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 31, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH: Learn best practices for developing an E-Rate strategy. In its recent comments, the FCC noted “overwhelming record support” for the Category Two approach, which it says “provided broader, more equitable, and more predictable funding for schools and libraries than under the prior rules.”.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 9, 2018

I created a OneNote Class Notebook for each of these groups and I can put program information for them in the content library and easily update it as needed. Follow @cyberantiquity on Twitter to keep up with Valentina. Another amazing feature of OneNote is its collaboration capabilities. students in my program. Buying Cycle.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2018

In past MOOCs, authors engaged in Twitter chats, had guest speakers via YouTube, prompted educators to share their reflections through blogs and Facebook groups and challenged participants to create a weekly visual of their learning. Local community makerspaces, libraries and universities are all possible allies.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

JULY 20, 2017

Before reading, please take a moment to subscribe by email or RSS, and also give me a follow… on Twitter at mjgormans. A big shout out to EdTech Magazine for recognizing this blog on its 2017 Honor Roll. Teachers can start from scratch or build from anything in the FlexBooks library.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 21, 2020

The following educators freely share Slide lesson templates regularly on their websites and on Twitter: Mrs. Park’s website ( @MrsParkShine ) @HistorySandoval Follow the Bitmoji Facebook group for tons of free themed libraries, interactive games, escape room lessons, scavenger hunts and more created on Slides.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 21, 2020

The following educators freely share Slide lesson templates regularly on their websites and on Twitter: Mrs. Park’s website ( @MrsParkShine ) @HistorySandoval Follow the Bitmoji Facebook group for tons of free themed libraries, interactive games, escape room lessons, scavenger hunts and more created on Slides.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

Mark Nichols, Digital Promise Fellow Citizen Journalism - Lesley Farmer, Professor of Library Media CLASS: Connected Learning Activities through Social Service - Sebastian Panakal, Chairperson Classrooms without Borders: A Teacher's Guide to International Collaborative Projects - Philip J. Principal, St.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 7, 2019

Biometric technology is already part of the K–12 ecosystem, where administrators are using iris scans and “facial fingerprints” to grant access to buildings and computer labs, track attendance, manage lunch payments, loan library materials and ensure students get on the right buses. . Miller writes about technology for CIO.com.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

OCTOBER 13, 2019

Many of these educators share these templates for free through their blogs or on Twitter. you will find more GSuite Edu tips, a list of Google Gurus to follow, and recommended Twitter hashtags. Kelly Fitzgerald shares tons of Google tricks and templates, including several graphic organizers, in her blog, Edtech Nut.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 12, 2019

Training: Jumpstart: A Technology Course for Thoughtful Educators, Twitter for Teachers and Students. The website offers videos (on instruction, classroom management, edtech, advice, and more), podcasts, free materials, and lots more through their Teachers Pay Teachers store. Cult of Pedagogy. Blog: Cult of Pedagogy.

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The Daring Librarian

MARCH 3, 2018

(This is the full original version of the article I wrote for NEA Today Magazine - So, if your quote or mention doesn't make the mag or their webpage, you know it wasn't me! I really enjoy posting about my students to my Twitter and Instagram accounts and sharing the cool things that go on every day in our school.

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