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Institutionalized education has given assessment a bad reputation; often leaves a sour taste in the mouths of many teachers, students, and laypeople. Educators should be clear about why they include assessment in their instruction; be strategic and intentional in its use. MORE
For superintendents in the Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools , this is an opportunity to examine and reimagine their education systems under new constraints. We also assumed that a lot of our educators also had [internet] access, and we provided devices. MORE
John Couch was hired by Steve Jobs as Apple’s first VP of Education. Couch is an Executive Advisor to, and former Vice President of Education, at Apple, Inc. Episode 391 with John Couch From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. MORE
Kristen Nan talks about risk taking that makes sense in education From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Take risks in education to build relationships, have difficult conversations, and make progress. MORE
The Microsoft Educator Insider series will give you inspiration, big ideas, and practical strategies for your classroom. The post Microsoft Educator Insider podcast + 16 innovative ideas appeared first on Ditch That Textbook. Microsoft EDU microsoft educator insider MORE
Below is an except – Chapter 5: The Role of the Educator as a Maker Educator. The process of bringing maker education into formal and informal educational settings involves different approaches and strategies than in a more traditional educational setting. MORE
PowerPoint education templates create meaningful interactive activities for students. The post 30+ FREE PowerPoint education templates + how to make them appeared first on Ditch That Textbook. Microsoft EDU Templates Uncategorized microsoft edu powerpoint powerpoint education template MORE
Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) are buzzwords that every educator wants to know more about. Moving this sort of AR to education gamifies learning in ways that challenge creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving. Educational Applications. MORE
One of my current educational interests is maker education. As such, I have begun creating games for maker education – see my first one, a board game, at Reflecting on the Making Process. I like and have always used games in my classrooms. MORE
I had the privilege of presenting a day long maker education workshop at Edutech Asia on November 7, 2019. To reflect on this making segment, they were introduced to several types of online educational technology creation tools to use for their reflective piece. MORE
In the end, it is all about giving the people you work with (educators) or for (learners) a greater sense of purpose in what they do. educational leadership Empowerment Leadership school cultureWhat motivates you to be your best, take risks, and seek out opportunities to improve? MORE
As remote learning becomes a go-to method of instruction in colleges and institutions of higher education across the world for the foreseeable future, connectivity has become a key topic of discussion. MORE
Lucy Gray and Steve Hargadon, Global Education Conference co-chairs, talk about the Global Education Conference 2017 that runs from November 13-16. Lucy Gray and Steve Hargadon for Global Education Conference. Vicki: The Global Education Conference is here, November 13-16! MORE
In this podcast, LeiLani Cauthen, Publisher and CEO of the Learning Counsel, and Tricia Kennedy, Executive Director of Instructional Development and Support, Gwinnett County Public Schools, Georgia discuss the complexity of digital delivery. MORE
I am sharing my plan of activities, which are almost all free, as it may give other educators some ideas. CUE Spring Conference – Computer-Using Educators (CUE) is a California-based non-profit that offers a premiere educational technology conference each spring. MORE
Click to enlarge and download the “Actions for White Education Co-Conspirators” infographic. To do this work, white education leaders will need to take Purposeful Actions that demonstrate a commitment to anti-racism. MORE
The Fall Creek School District was named an Innovative District in 2016 and 2017 by the International Center for Leadership in Education. Joe holds a BA in Elementary and Early Childhood Education from St. MORE
I have a few sayings I often use in my teacher education courses and PD workshops for teachers related to active listening. One of the biggest gifts we, as educators, can give to our learners is to be truly present for them; to deeply listen to what they have to say. MORE
Ask a Tech Teacher contributor, Brianna, has some general observations about STEM education in 2020: Stem Education in 2020. ” The world’s workforce lacked a lot of science specialists, that is why STEM education became more popular. So, what is STEM education? MORE
This is especially true in the education sector, which finds varying degrees of digital transformation happening all time. Since much of the digital transformation in the education sector is rather new, many are still unaware of EdTech and how it has changed the face of education forever. MORE
When it comes to education, schools are grappling with reopening safely here in the United States. Education Week provides a wealth of information and resources for schools in this recent piece focusing on developing the right schedule to meet the student needs. MORE
With education turning on the technology skills of students and teachers, its important to gain a rudimentary understanding of foundational technology. Ready or not, digital transformation has come to education. Strategies for educators to leverage technology for better learning. MORE
Which education challenges are schools and districts prioritizing? Survey Results Highlight Priority Education Challenges. These results demonstrate that classroom-level challenges—including how educators are teaching—are top-of-mind for practitioners at all levels. MORE
One aspect I did not address that keeps coming up here in the United States is how to address special education students as per the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Thus, I decided to reach out to some educators in my home state of New Jersey. MORE
Digital citizenship education doesn’t work in a lecture format. Jennifer Gonzalez has released her 2018 Teachers Guide to Technology with over 200 education technology tools including tools for assessment, flipped learning, presentations, parent engagement, video engagement and more. MORE
Guest Blog Teaching edtech educational technology future of education future-proof educator timeless teaching practicesThe rise of computers and the Internet has changed the way we consume. From automated checkouts to online banking, every industry has been disrupted. Let’s take a look at the salesperson. I remember as a child having the door-to-door vacuum salesperson come to sell a Kirby vacuum to my parents. Now, unless you are a […]. MORE
Now that I am a teacher of gifted education, I believe it is important for my students, for all students to participate in civics education. The Center on American Progress stated in The State of Civics Education : Civic knowledge and public engagement is at an all-time low. Educators and schools have a unique opportunity and responsibility to ensure that young people become engaged and knowledgeable citizens. MORE
Michael Cohen "The Tech Rabbi" and author of Education by Design From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Michael Cohen, aka the Tech Rabbi, and author of Education by Design talks about classroom design. MORE
The Indian Union Cabinet has approved the new National Education Policy (NEP) with an aim to introduce several changes in the Indian education system – from the school to the college level. The post The new National Education Policy appeared first on Linways Technologies. MORE
Despite this proliferation of education technology, however, the number one goal of today’s educators is to inspire students to learn. Using technology, educators are sharing invaluable lessons in persistence, curiosity and passion in high-tech style. MORE
Educators now have access anytime from anywhere to people, ideas, resources, strategies, and feedback. It is the latter component of my work where I see firsthand the challenges educators are facing regardless of zip code. What specific challenges do you face in education? MORE
Today, Julie Wilson, author of The Human Side of Changing Education shares how we can supercharge change by helping people become part of it. Listen to Julie Wilson Talk About Improving Education Listen to the show on iTunes or Stitcher Stream by clicking here. MORE
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Tyler Daniel Tarver shares some surprising new ways to use Youtube in education. Sponsor: Welcome TGR Foundation and Discovery Education as a sponsor to my podcast. MORE
Finding time to engage in professional learning can present a challenge for educators. So how can educators engage in professional learning and find time to connect with other educators, when schedules and responsibilities make finding extra time difficult? Educator communities. MORE
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Ask a Tech Teacher
JULY 20, 2020
With education turning on the technology skills of students and teachers, its important to gain a rudimentary understanding of foundational technology. Ready or not, digital transformation has come to education. Strategies for educators to leverage technology for better learning.
Ask a Tech Teacher
APRIL 12, 2020
Ask a Tech Teacher contributor, Brianna, has some general observations about STEM education in 2020: Stem Education in 2020. ” The world’s workforce lacked a lot of science specialists, that is why STEM education became more popular. So, what is STEM education?
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The CoolCatTeacher
FEBRUARY 23, 2020
Kristen Nan talks about risk taking that makes sense in education From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Take risks in education to build relationships, have difficult conversations, and make progress.
The CoolCatTeacher
JUNE 25, 2020
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Tyler Daniel Tarver shares some surprising new ways to use Youtube in education. Sponsor: Welcome TGR Foundation and Discovery Education as a sponsor to my podcast.
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A Principal's Reflections
JULY 5, 2020
When it comes to education, schools are grappling with reopening safely here in the United States. Education Week provides a wealth of information and resources for schools in this recent piece focusing on developing the right schedule to meet the student needs.
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User Generated Education
NOVEMBER 17, 2019
I had the privilege of presenting a day long maker education workshop at Edutech Asia on November 7, 2019. To reflect on this making segment, they were introduced to several types of online educational technology creation tools to use for their reflective piece.
A Principal's Reflections
SEPTEMBER 8, 2019
In the end, it is all about giving the people you work with (educators) or for (learners) a greater sense of purpose in what they do. educational leadership Empowerment Leadership school cultureWhat motivates you to be your best, take risks, and seek out opportunities to improve?
Digital Promise
NOVEMBER 5, 2019
Which education challenges are schools and districts prioritizing? Survey Results Highlight Priority Education Challenges. These results demonstrate that classroom-level challenges—including how educators are teaching—are top-of-mind for practitioners at all levels.
A Principal's Reflections
MARCH 19, 2020
One aspect I did not address that keeps coming up here in the United States is how to address special education students as per the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Thus, I decided to reach out to some educators in my home state of New Jersey.
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While VPs of HR in higher education share many of the same challenges as their corporate peers, they are a “different animal”, with unique issues and far fewer resources.
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User Generated Education
MARCH 15, 2020
I am sharing my plan of activities, which are almost all free, as it may give other educators some ideas. CUE Spring Conference – Computer-Using Educators (CUE) is a California-based non-profit that offers a premiere educational technology conference each spring.
User Generated Education
APRIL 14, 2018
I have a few sayings I often use in my teacher education courses and PD workshops for teachers related to active listening. One of the biggest gifts we, as educators, can give to our learners is to be truly present for them; to deeply listen to what they have to say.
User Generated Education
DECEMBER 5, 2015
One of my current educational interests is maker education. As such, I have begun creating games for maker education – see my first one, a board game, at Reflecting on the Making Process. I like and have always used games in my classrooms.
User Generated Education
SEPTEMBER 15, 2019
Below is an except – Chapter 5: The Role of the Educator as a Maker Educator. The process of bringing maker education into formal and informal educational settings involves different approaches and strategies than in a more traditional educational setting.
User Generated Education
MAY 5, 2018
Institutionalized education has given assessment a bad reputation; often leaves a sour taste in the mouths of many teachers, students, and laypeople. Educators should be clear about why they include assessment in their instruction; be strategic and intentional in its use.
The CoolCatTeacher
NOVEMBER 25, 2018
John Couch was hired by Steve Jobs as Apple’s first VP of Education. Couch is an Executive Advisor to, and former Vice President of Education, at Apple, Inc. Episode 391 with John Couch From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter.
Neo LMS
DECEMBER 17, 2019
Finding time to engage in professional learning can present a challenge for educators. So how can educators engage in professional learning and find time to connect with other educators, when schedules and responsibilities make finding extra time difficult? Educator communities.
Wisewire
NOVEMBER 20, 2018
Despite this proliferation of education technology, however, the number one goal of today’s educators is to inspire students to learn. Using technology, educators are sharing invaluable lessons in persistence, curiosity and passion in high-tech style.
ViewSonic Education
APRIL 29, 2019
This is especially true in the education sector, which finds varying degrees of digital transformation happening all time. Since much of the digital transformation in the education sector is rather new, many are still unaware of EdTech and how it has changed the face of education forever.
The CoolCatTeacher
JANUARY 30, 2018
Digital citizenship education doesn’t work in a lecture format. Jennifer Gonzalez has released her 2018 Teachers Guide to Technology with over 200 education technology tools including tools for assessment, flipped learning, presentations, parent engagement, video engagement and more.
Linways Technologies
JULY 30, 2020
The Indian Union Cabinet has approved the new National Education Policy (NEP) with an aim to introduce several changes in the Indian education system – from the school to the college level. The post The new National Education Policy appeared first on Linways Technologies.
The CoolCatTeacher
JUNE 8, 2020
The Fall Creek School District was named an Innovative District in 2016 and 2017 by the International Center for Leadership in Education. Joe holds a BA in Elementary and Early Childhood Education from St.
A Principal's Reflections
MAY 26, 2019
Educators now have access anytime from anywhere to people, ideas, resources, strategies, and feedback. It is the latter component of my work where I see firsthand the challenges educators are facing regardless of zip code. What specific challenges do you face in education?
Digital Promise
JULY 6, 2020
Click to enlarge and download the “Actions for White Education Co-Conspirators” infographic. To do this work, white education leaders will need to take Purposeful Actions that demonstrate a commitment to anti-racism.
Ditch That Textbook
MAY 11, 2020
PowerPoint education templates create meaningful interactive activities for students. The post 30+ FREE PowerPoint education templates + how to make them appeared first on Ditch That Textbook. Microsoft EDU Templates Uncategorized microsoft edu powerpoint powerpoint education template
The CoolCatTeacher
AUGUST 1, 2019
Today, Julie Wilson, author of The Human Side of Changing Education shares how we can supercharge change by helping people become part of it. Listen to Julie Wilson Talk About Improving Education Listen to the show on iTunes or Stitcher Stream by clicking here.
The CoolCatTeacher
NOVEMBER 10, 2017
Lucy Gray and Steve Hargadon, Global Education Conference co-chairs, talk about the Global Education Conference 2017 that runs from November 13-16. Lucy Gray and Steve Hargadon for Global Education Conference. Vicki: The Global Education Conference is here, November 13-16!
User Generated Education
NOVEMBER 18, 2018
Now that I am a teacher of gifted education, I believe it is important for my students, for all students to participate in civics education. The Center on American Progress stated in The State of Civics Education : Civic knowledge and public engagement is at an all-time low. Educators and schools have a unique opportunity and responsibility to ensure that young people become engaged and knowledgeable citizens.
Ditch That Textbook
OCTOBER 22, 2018
Guest Blog Teaching edtech educational technology future of education future-proof educator timeless teaching practicesThe rise of computers and the Internet has changed the way we consume. From automated checkouts to online banking, every industry has been disrupted. Let’s take a look at the salesperson. I remember as a child having the door-to-door vacuum salesperson come to sell a Kirby vacuum to my parents. Now, unless you are a […].
Digital Promise
MAY 27, 2020
For superintendents in the Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools , this is an opportunity to examine and reimagine their education systems under new constraints. We also assumed that a lot of our educators also had [internet] access, and we provided devices.
Ditch That Textbook
MAY 27, 2020
The Microsoft Educator Insider series will give you inspiration, big ideas, and practical strategies for your classroom. The post Microsoft Educator Insider podcast + 16 innovative ideas appeared first on Ditch That Textbook. Microsoft EDU microsoft educator insider
The CoolCatTeacher
JUNE 18, 2019
Michael Cohen "The Tech Rabbi" and author of Education by Design From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Michael Cohen, aka the Tech Rabbi, and author of Education by Design talks about classroom design.
EdNews Daily
JULY 31, 2020
In this podcast, LeiLani Cauthen, Publisher and CEO of the Learning Counsel, and Tricia Kennedy, Executive Director of Instructional Development and Support, Gwinnett County Public Schools, Georgia discuss the complexity of digital delivery.
Kajeet
JUNE 12, 2020
As remote learning becomes a go-to method of instruction in colleges and institutions of higher education across the world for the foreseeable future, connectivity has become a key topic of discussion.
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