The Web20Classroom

AUGUST 26, 2019

Sphero is the leading robot used in classrooms and has raised the standard for inspiring a new generation through hands-on, applied learning. They create some of the best robots and offer thousands of activities and resources to help kids, teachers and parents go #BeyondCode. Often coding is stuck in a makerspace or STEM class.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 24, 2022

In a fifth-grade class at Redlands Unified School District in California, students sit in pairs, building LEGO® Education robots that hop. As educators, we're always thinking about the standards we need to cover, the knowledge and skills we want students to have and how we can provide a playful way to do that." Why Teachers ??

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edWeb.net

MAY 21, 2020

An edWebinar sponsored by Unruly Splats , “Distance Learning: How to Support STEM and Physical Activity at Home,” models this alignment showcasing web-based programs and apps that offer stay-at-home learners with opportunities to strengthen STEM skills, remain physically active, and manage screen time.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 2, 2019

Coding and robotics programs in classrooms reflect how integral technology is in our lives. Educators like Angie Kalthoff, Technology Integrationist in St. Designing activities such as missions where students create simple coding programs that move robots along a course can be useful with younger students. Start Small.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Storytelling can create educational environments where content is approachable and relatable, gives meaning to complex information, and creates new pathways to existing knowledge. Why do I need to learn this? One example is an anecdotal approach to teaching robot obstacle detection. Humor and storytelling meets robotics.

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techlearning

MARCH 20, 2018

Nonprofits in eight states are first to partner with developer of popular educational robots; Wonder Workshop initiative will provide teachers with professional development to support state-of-the-art coding and robotics education.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

But on the other, teacher burnout, educator shortages, and mass teacher resignations have plagued districts and states across the nation. Pandemic-related learning loss and student mental health remain among educators’ top concerns. Here’s what a return to classrooms looks like for these educators: Hiring and Retaining Teachers.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

As aspects of pre-pandemic life slowly emerge from nearly two years of masking, testing, and social distancing, educators are once again gathering at edtech conferences to experience the latest and greatest solutions, digital tools, and professional learning opportunities. Sandbox AR is available for download here.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 17, 2019

Teachers do not need computer science degrees to engage, enhance and extend student coding experiences due to the abundance of easily accessible creative coding and robotics programs. Dash and Dot are programmable robots that target students in grades K-8 with progression apps that are customizable for optimal learning in the classroom.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 11, 2023

Chris Jensen, Senior Health Advisor with Diagnosing Education, LLC , presented a MEGA session on Immediate Action Items for Staff Exhaustion and Career Burnout. Chris’s background as an ER doctor and a teacher has prompted him to look at commonalities in these issues in education and medicine.

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Edsurge

APRIL 8, 2019

A year earlier, I had graduated with a teaching degree in elementary education. At the time, my district didn't offer any professional development (PD) opportunities to prepare educators without a computer science background to teach CS in their classes. To date, close to 3,000 educators have taken the survey.

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techlearning

MARCH 20, 2018

Wonder Workshop , creator of Dash, Dot, and Cue robots, today announced the Teach Wonder initiative, a collaboration with state-based nonprofit partners designed to give every educator the knowledge and skills needed to bring state-of-the-art coding and robotics experiences into the classroom.

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eSchool News

APRIL 20, 2021

April 20, 2021 – After a rigorous evaluation, the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) has added CoderZ to its online list of professional learning programs. The list enables K-12 computer science (CS) teachers to find quality professional development opportunities and associated curriculum that fit their needs and goals.

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edWeb.net

JULY 14, 2021

Don Gemeinhardt, Director of Strategic Grants and Finance Development at Boxlight, Dr. Alex Leis, CEO of Boxlight-EOS, and Hannah Olson, Product Manager of STEM Solutions at Boxlight and Co-Founder of MyStemKits. Dr. Gemeinhardt started out teaching in K-12 as an assistant teacher and from then on loved the educational and training field.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 28, 2021

How and where our students learn has radically changed over the last ten months. Students are in a multitude of educational environments that have challenged the entire school community. The excitement, engagement, and empowerment have the potential to open doors to new learning experiences for all students.

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Edthena

APRIL 21, 2021

Spring has sprung, and this April we’ve been reading about social and emotional learning, getting a seat at the STEM community table, and post-pandemic staples. SEL, or social and emotional learning, is crucial to connecting with and engaging students. Check out some of our favorite recent reads and resources.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

From December 4th to 10th, educators and students around the world will be participating in the Hour of Code, an annual event that takes place during Computer Science Education Week, and is designed to demystify and engage educators and students in coding. What are some ways to get started with an Hour of Code? Be flexible.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 2, 2018

On July 16-18, Digital Promise held the fifth annual Education Innovation Clusters Convening (#EdClusters18) in Philadelphia, with our co-host the ExCITe Center at Drexel University. EdClusters18 focused on clarifying the future vision, tools, and action steps for education innovation. Remake Learning Network (Pittsburgh).

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

I have some great posts coming your way involving PBL, STEM, tech integration, and a continuing series on Professional Learning Communities! Also, remember that I can come to your conference or school district and provide engaging authentic, practical, and purposeful professional development. CT Educational Guide (BBC).

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

With programs ranging from beginner level to current AR practitioners, she offered 10 apps that can help educators get started with no coding skills needed. This program allows students and educators to create their own AR experiences by overlaying 3D models on reality. The best AR apps for your classroom. Curiscope . CoSpaces Edu.

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techlearning

JULY 31, 2018

–Immersive New Content Empowers Educators to Create Dynamic Digital Learning Environments for All Students – Silver Spring, Md. The recently-added content empowers educators to create dynamic digital learning environments that support social studies, life and earth sciences, social and emotional learning, and more.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 30, 2020

When Rob van Nood was hired as the educational technology specialist for Catlin Gabel School in Oregon, coding and computer science courses were only offered in grades 9-12 and not to students in the younger grades. Engaging students with coding and computer science must extend past the walls of the computer science labs.

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Digital Promise

JULY 27, 2018

They are most often associated with STEM education (science, technology, engineering and math). But really, they’re interdisciplinary, promoting important educational principles such as inquiry, play, imagination, innovation, critical thinking , problem solving and passion-based learning. Makerspaces in Ontario Schools.

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techlearning

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

-- Virtual Field Trip of Arconic in Austin, Texas brings exciting STEM careers to classrooms and explores how 3D printing is revolutionizing aerospace manufacturing - - Silver Spring, Md. Educators, classrooms and communities may register for the virtual field trip at ManufactureYourFuture.com.

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edWeb.net

JULY 11, 2018

Computational thinking provides an important foundation for learning computer science but can also inspire skills like the 4 Cs (collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking) across other subjects. They inspire students to take ownership of their learning and provide them with choice and autonomy. Join the Community.

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techlearning

JUNE 19, 2018

-- Nationwide challenge invites educators to design an in-school experience that inspires the next generation of manufacturing leaders -- Silver Spring, Md. The program calls upon educators to inspire students in grades 3-12 to take the first step toward exploring and pursuing modern manufacturing careers.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

In a recent edWebinar , “Building STEAM Confidence and Creativity in Middle School,” educational technology experts described how enriching STEAM-based learning experiences can enhance the socio-emotional skills students need to succeed now into the future. Creativity is What the Future Demands.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

JULY 25, 2018

I have some great posts coming your way involving PBL, STEM, tech integration, and a continuing series on Professional Learning Communities! Also, remember that I can come to your conference or school district and provide engaging authentic, practical, and purposeful professional development. CT Educational Guide (BBC).

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techlearning

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Toyota and Discovery Education Hosts Virtual Field Trip on Cars of the Future: Artificial Intelligence and Automated Vehicles Immersive Educational Experience to Explore STEM Concepts set for Oct. Students will see how TRI is using artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotics to develop smarter automated vehicles.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 8, 2017

This year during the annual Computer Science Education Week, educators and students around the world participated in the Hour of Code, an event designed to demystify and engage educators and students in coding. Educators can access free resources and games at hourofcode.com. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 11, 2017

At this year’s Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC) in Orlando, Fla., companies ranging from robotics to assessment tools showed up to share how they plan to bridge this gap. Ambassador Programs To better prepare educators for a new edtech product, several companies have introduced ambassador programs.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 13, 2019

With programs ranging from beginner level to current AR practitioners, she offered 10 apps that can help educators get started with no coding skills needed. 3DBear : This program allows students and educators to create their own AR experiences by overlaying 3D models on reality. Then, the student arranges the letters into a word.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 20, 2019

Summer brain drain or the summer slide occurs when students, especially those from low-income families, lose some of the academic skills and knowledge learned during the previous school year. or, “You loved technology class so much, do you want to try robotics or coding?” This edWeb broadcast was sponsored by littleBits Education.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

For more creativity, exploration, and freedom, educators can incorporate play into their coding and STEAM lessons. Why is play a forbidden word in education today?” Play can instead be structured for learning, which builds relationships, benefitting all involved. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. About the Presenter.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

The eSchool News K-12 Hero Awards recognize the dedicated efforts of education professionals across K-12 departments, including IT, curriculum, instruction and administration. The program received an influx of inspiring nominations that highlight the innovation and selflessness of educators in schools and districts across the nation.

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techlearning

JULY 27, 2018

ADVANCED & MEASURED PROGRESS ( www.advanc-ed.org ) & ( www.measuredprogress.org ) Measured Progress and AdvancED will join forces to form a unique and far-reaching nonprofit educational company focused on data-driven tools for school improvement. The merger will create a $120-million nonprofit organization with 500 employees.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 11, 2019

And, starting the learning process in grades K-2 can build students’ confidence and reduce the challenges they face later when working on coding projects in the upper grades. During a recent edWebinar , ways to develop early coding skills through playful learning were presented by Leanna Prater, Ed.D., Teaching Early Coding.

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