Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 18, 2020

Ask a Tech Teacher contributor, Wally Clipper, has a great run-down on 8 trends you’ll want to watch in 2020: 8 EdTech Trends to Watch Out for This 2020. While EdTech has been helping schools and other educational institutions a lot since it was introduced, its benefits have grown even more this year. Video-assisted Learning.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 22, 2019

It is critical to get kids so immersed in their learning that they don’t think about surfing the web aimlessly, texting their friends, or accessing social media. Mitigating edtech related issues rests on authentically engaging as many learners as possible. Feedback Continuous feedback is essential on so many levels.

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techlearning

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

Common Sense today published a new research report, Social Media, Social Life: Teens Reveal Their Experiences. GoGuardian Announces Beacon, Self-Harm Prevention Tool for Schools ] Highlights include: Teens are on social media for much of the day. Social media distracts them from some important stuff.

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EmergingEdTech

APRIL 20, 2023

It is always a good time to review spending and look for possible savings United States schools spent over $27 billion on edtech in 2021. If your district is like many others, there’s plenty of opportunity to trim the fat in edtech budgets. Edtech companies sell edtech. Edtech partners support edtech users.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 6, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH : Check out how schools are training students to be the next batch of cybersecurity professionals. Students are particularly vulnerable to data theft and breaches because they have “clean” data — unblemished credit reports and pristine Social Security numbers — that cybercriminals want to exploit.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 14, 2019

Kids aged 8–18 years old are in front of screens for seven hours every day on average, CBS News reports. With 95 percent of teenagers in possession of mobile devices, students are constantly sharing and searching through social media platforms. . MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out these top three elements of digital citizenship.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 9, 2023

Public schools are online just as much as their students, it seems, with profiles across social media. For instance, it is increasingly recognized that predictive policing companies regularly collect and utilize public social media data.” It seems obvious how students would be affected by something like bullying.

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Lightspeed Systems

AUGUST 24, 2023

As a pioneer in the edtech space, Lightspeed Systems has always been at the forefront of protecting student data privacy with its entire suite of products, including its industry-leading Lightspeed Filter. The post Protecting Student Data Privacy as a Guiding EdTech Principle appeared first on Lightspeed Systems.

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EdTech4Beginners

JANUARY 28, 2018

The EdTech industry continues to grow with new products. These edtech products are available to educators and school administrators. Here’s a complete list of must-try Edtech Resources and Technology Tools for Teachers: BOOK CREATOR. Once complete, you can download it as a PNG file, share it on your social media.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye this past week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 35 Edition). No endorsements; no sponsored content; no apologies for my eclectic tastes.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JUNE 26, 2019

For the past years I’ve been a live reporter at ISTE and for 2 years conducted interviews with my toddler, Savvy. This year I am attending the ISTE conference virtually thanks to #PasstheScopeEDU and the #NOTatISTE19 team! Below I have curated live interviews, resources, tips, and news with Wakelet , the great free curation tool.

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Edsurge

APRIL 14, 2020

From cutting-edge computing and cloud services to data-driven instruction and adaptive learning, K-12 edtech solutions are abundant. Prioritize early evaluation With so many options being showcased at trade shows and conferences or on social media, it’s tempting to make your mind up before the search has even started.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH: Want to start an esports program at a K–12 school? With the current mainstream media buzz about esports, some people may not realize competitive computer gaming started in the 1950s. MORE FROM EDTECH : Esports Clubs Expand Learning Opportunities for K–12 Players. Get tips at edtechmag.com/StartEsports.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

No commentary this week (not for a lack of things to say, just time), but one quick update: TV news reports of school cyber incidents are quite telling: sometimes for what they report, sometimes for how they report, sometimes for what they omit. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 36 Edition).

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

No commentary this week (not for a lack of things to say, just time), but one quick update: TV news reports of school cyber incidents are quite telling: sometimes for what they report, sometimes for how they report, sometimes for what they omit. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 36 Edition).

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Tom Murray

JANUARY 12, 2016

With the new year now upon us, listed below are six edtech resolutions for 2016. Commit to Leveraging Social Media and Telling Your Great Story! As school leaders work to implement digital learning practices, they must commit to navigating roadblocks, problem solving, and planning for sustainable, systemic transformation.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 16, 2023

With instant data reporting and analysis, educators can respond more effectively to learner needs. Improved collaboration Similar to how social media has redefined the notion of community, digital tools are also changing the dynamic between students and teachers, affecting how they interact and collaborate.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye this past week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 35 Edition). No endorsements; no sponsored content; no apologies for my eclectic tastes.

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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. additions to the K-12 Cyber Incident Map , including a couple of new TV news reports of the same. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 33 Edition).

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Studies show that this largely unwanted national experiment in widespread distance education has not been very successful thus far, with schools across the US reporting rampant online absenteeism , and mounting frustration and discouragement among students, parents, and teachers alike. Use social media and class message boards.

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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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Teacher Reboot Camp

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

They grew up with the Internet, social media, and mobile devices. Educators have experienced life without the Internet and social media. Interview with Jon Samuelson, @JonSamuelson: Digital Reporters! We realize balance is important to overall wellness. Mission-Minded Learning Makes the World a Better Place.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2018

“There’s no question that a district should monitor online activity, but the technology raises other questions,” CoSN Board Secretary Donna Williamson told EdTech in an interview. What responsibility do you have to report students’ online behavior to parents? How do you determine what you filter and flag? At what age?

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 9, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH : Check out how schools are training students to be the next batch of cybersecurity professionals. Students are particularly vulnerable to data theft and breaches because they have “clean” data — unblemished credit reports and pristine Social Security numbers — that cybercriminals want to exploit.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 19, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH : Check out how schools are training students to be the next batch of cybersecurity professionals. Students are particularly vulnerable to data theft and breaches because they have “clean” data — unblemished credit reports and pristine Social Security numbers — that cybercriminals want to exploit.

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Data Social Media Survey Student Data Privacy 150

EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH : Check out how schools are training students to be the next batch of cybersecurity professionals. Students are particularly vulnerable to data theft and breaches because they have “clean” data — unblemished credit reports and pristine Social Security numbers — that cybercriminals want to exploit.

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Data Social Media Survey Student Data Privacy 150

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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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH : Check out how schools are training students to be the next batch of cybersecurity professionals. Students are particularly vulnerable to data theft and breaches because they have “clean” data — unblemished credit reports and pristine Social Security numbers — that cybercriminals want to exploit.

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Data Social Media Survey Student Data Privacy 150

EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH : Check out how schools are training students to be the next batch of cybersecurity professionals. Students are particularly vulnerable to data theft and breaches because they have “clean” data — unblemished credit reports and pristine Social Security numbers — that cybercriminals want to exploit.

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Data Social Media Survey Student Data Privacy 150

EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 17, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH : Check out how schools are training students to be the next batch of cybersecurity professionals. Students are particularly vulnerable to data theft and breaches because they have “clean” data — unblemished credit reports and pristine Social Security numbers — that cybercriminals want to exploit.

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Data Social Media Survey Student Data Privacy 150

EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH : Check out how schools are training students to be the next batch of cybersecurity professionals. Students are particularly vulnerable to data theft and breaches because they have “clean” data — unblemished credit reports and pristine Social Security numbers — that cybercriminals want to exploit.

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Data Social Media Survey Student Data Privacy 150

EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH : Check out how schools are training students to be the next batch of cybersecurity professionals. Students are particularly vulnerable to data theft and breaches because they have “clean” data — unblemished credit reports and pristine Social Security numbers — that cybercriminals want to exploit.

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Data Social Media Survey Student Data Privacy 150

EdTech Magazine

JUNE 5, 2019

The 2019 Honor Roll: EdTech’s 30 Must-Read K–12 Education IT Influencers. Social media influencers can help update K–12 IT leaders with timely, digestible tweets, blog posts and podcasts. eli.zimmerman_9856. Wed, 06/05/2019 - 10:51. If so, grab our IT influencer cover image for your Twitter page to share with your followers.

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Edsurge

JULY 20, 2016

During the 2008 presidential election, Barack Obama and his team pioneered the use of social media as a powerful campaign tool. It’s easy to forget, given how commonplace the use of social media is today, that back in 2008. But Obama’s use of mobile devices and social media changed political campaigns forever.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Qustodio today released their 5th Annual Report, offering valuable insights into children’s digital habits across 2023. Some of the key findings from 2023’s report include: TikTok continued to captivate with children spending a global average of 112 minutes daily on the app – up from 107 in 2022.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

OCTOBER 5, 2017

In my new book, Hacking Digital Learning Strategies: 10 Ways to Launch EdTech Missions , I list different student examples for learners to evaluate with reflection activities in the Mission Prep sections. Find great examples of student newscasts on the Scholastic’s Kid Reporters Notebook website and the Voice K website.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 4, 2017

Sixty-three percent of K-12 educators use edtech in their classrooms each day–an increase from the 55 percent reporting the same in 2016, according to an annual survey from the College of Education at the University of Phoenix. Next page: Experts analyze what survey results mean for classroom edtech use).

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