User Generated Education

DECEMBER 4, 2016

I work part time with gifted elementary students at two Title 1 schools where most of the students qualify for free or reduced lunches; and where they and/or their parents are learning English as a second language. ” I have been using games in my classrooms (elementary and higher education) for decades.

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Adam Watson Edtech Elixirs

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Chad Collins has been with Spencer County Public Schools (KY) since 2013, first as a middle school social studies and ELA teacher, and currently as the campus Gifted and Talented Teacher for Spencer County Middle School (SCMS) as well as Spencer County Elementary School. The display case outside of Chad's classroom.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Thanks to a strategic approach to PD and support, teacher collaboration has skyrocketed, kindergartners are coding and students are excited about learning. And they’re learning history without even knowing it. In a Jamestown Settlement module in Minecraft, they’re building a settlement based on what the colony in Jamestown, Va.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

SEPTEMBER 8, 2018

I recently took on a new position teaching 400+ elementary students Computer and Technology. I’m taking the time before we go into coding to help students learn about giving instructions, since the most important thing all my elementary students learned this past week is that a computer works by following instructions.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

SEPTEMBER 8, 2018

I recently took on a new position teaching 400+ elementary students Computer and Technology. I’m taking the time before we go into coding to help students learn about giving instructions, since the most important thing all my elementary students learned this past week is that a computer works by following instructions.

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techlearning

OCTOBER 25, 2018

Students can work both synchronously and asynchronously on the same item, and this is an advantage in many curricular areas and encourages group work. 9 Game-Based Learning —Game-based learning will continue to be a significant trend in K–12 education.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 7, 2017

They are examples of things he is using and that he has presented about virtual reality. Vicki: So what are some of your favorite examples when you’re trying to convince people that this is a great model? Enrique: Well, some examples that I’ve either done or suggested to them in the past have been…. I mean, this is not a game.

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User Generated Education

DECEMBER 9, 2015

I have been asked to return to teach summer enrichment classes on maker education for elementary-aged learners at a local school during the summer of 2016. The description is: Learn how to code first by playing games and then by coding some bots including Sphero, OZOBOT, and Dash and Dot. Read more at [link].

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Playing games in the classroom is not a new concept. So, it’s perhaps not surprising that there are game-based edtech companies hoping to leave a mark in classrooms. But what goes into building a game-based learning startup—or any edtech startup?

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 29, 2017

Many schools are moving to portfolios as a way to capture learning instead of a polished final product. See: Creating Elementary Portfolios and One Note in the Classroom. It was FASCINATING because I assumed that this group of kids knew how to play Portal already, or first person perspective games. Vicki: Cool.

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Shake Up Learning

OCTOBER 4, 2022

With the knowledge to build an app and a passion for gaming, Shawn put it all together to create Classcraft. A few examples include: being organized, managing emotions, including others, and respecting others’ opinions. Students are also participating in this game alongside their classmates. Think Ted Lasso.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

But I think the more engaged you can get your students in that process — and really get them to think about the learning rather than just respond to it — I think that helps keep classroom management a lot more interactive for the student and a lot more engaging for them throughout the class. What’s the first example?

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Kitaboo on EdTech

JUNE 6, 2019

Take your smartphone, for example, every month there’s a new update. So, teachers found a solution where they let the students learn about the technicalities of the topic and practice on an online virtual platform. For example, they can view the resulting solution after mixing four different chemicals together.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

What’s more, leaders are faced with a group of stakeholders—students, teachers, parents, unions, communities, districts, local and state government—whose competing demands can make it impossible to satisfy the needs of one group without dramatically upsetting another. You must then decide which issues take precedence.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

10 Keys to Purpose Driven Learning. Vicki: Michael Matera @mrmatera is my favorite game-based learning guru, but today we’re going to talk about keys to purpose-driven learning. Are you empathetic with the people in your class or your group?”. An Example of How He’s Used the Words This Week.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 5, 2017

link] So there’s a big group of these. They create groups, they create teams, and Team Shake lets you do that by simply putting in the list of students, shake the device and you get your randomly-generated teams. link] So I think this is an app that has been so widely received in all contexts of teachers that I work with.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 12, 2018

There are times that it’s more appropriate to use technology in the pedagogy so that you can reinforce concept that the child is learning. Vicki: OK, Glen, if I came to your classroom, and you wanted to show me one of your best lessons that promote active learning, describe what I would see. Do you have an example of active learning?

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Neo LMS

APRIL 12, 2022

There are many resources available for students in all grade levels from elementary school through Higher Ed that will help them develop a greater awareness and build their knowledge of managing finances and everything related to long-term planning. What is a good example of Financial Literacy Education?

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User Generated Education

AUGUST 14, 2022

Examples include: A story or a book that you used to love listening to when you were younger First books you were able to read by yourself Hobbies- any written works you could share that fit with those hobbies (e.g., Directions for doing this using Canva and examples can be found at: [link]. Make your Own Toss and Talk Ball.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 19, 2021

Educaplay currently has sixteen types of games and activities you can create. I will give you recommendations about the classroom uses of each type of game and show you examples. Tip #1: Dig into the Pre-made Games. ABC Games: For Comprehensive Vocabulary. Matching Game.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Technology – Ask yourself: Does the school have the technology to support games? What gaming platform should we use? Leadership – All clubs/teams require a general manager who is an advisor and keeps the group operational. If not, are there are funds to buy what is needed? Is the school hardwired?

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Tech Helpful

DECEMBER 29, 2016

One of the things shared was the list of "tried and true" technology usage by grade level at our elementary school. They are assigned a topic and divided into specific groups (as known as typical collaborative learning groups.) There are 7 challenging games in 1 single app that targets their age group and higher.

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MindShift

AUGUST 13, 2015

The designers behind Quest to Learn believe that student engagement is so significantly enhanced by narrative role-play, analog games and digital games that every subject — from health to math — begins or ends with a game. Video lessons, worksheets and group work followed. It’s not competitive,” he said.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 20, 2023

This app is perfect for those who are looking for a more dynamic and engaging way to approach math learning with their kids. Prodigy Math: Kids Game Prodigy Math is ideal for elementary and middle school students, blending curriculum-aligned math content with captivating, role-playing game (RPG) elements.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 26, 2018

Students work on their own computers sometimes; however, there are many times (like the Avengers Photoshop example) where I want students interacting with and manipulating digital objects as they discuss and work together. When we shift our focus from our individual screens to our group screen, it becomes a common experience.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 1, 2014

We have 100 conference sessions, including an amazing group of Keynote & Distinguished Speakers , lined up for the free Library 2.014 virtual conference, October 8th + 9th. Learn about proven activities and program examples and get resources for immediate implementation in your classroom or program.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 7, 2017

So, for example, on a computer screen you can put objects in different places. Here are five examples of simple breakouts, but you can find many more by downloading the Metaverse app and browsing them. One group made an augmented reality tour of the school. But it’s a 2D experience, so it’s flat. All you have is the screen.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 10, 2014

ACTFL is an individual membership organization of more than 12,000 language educators and administrators from elementary through graduate education, as well as government and industry. Additional resources include Digital Passport, a suite of games for upper elementary students that teach important digital citizenship fundamentals.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

As schools and districts focus on closing learning gaps after more than a full school year of virtual and hybrid learning, I predict that resources that help teachers provide differentiated learning will be in high demand. — Nicollette LeTellier, STEM Specialist for K-5, Swift Water Elementary School.

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