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How Online Learning Research Can Improve Remote Instruction

Edsurge

But for now, some experts say to start simple: Take a short online course, for example, to see what students experience. The in-depth workshop or multi-day training can come later.) If nothing else, the experience of learning online can alter a teacher’s perspective, which is a crucial first step toward improving practice.

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Trying to Ban Facebook is Not the Answer.

EdTechSandyK

Image Source It is our professional opinion that you get your child off Facebook. I wondered what would make a school even venture this request in our social media saturated society. But is asking parents to get their children off of Facebook the answer? Not to mention online games and chat rooms.

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It’s Time To Support The Mental Health & Well Being of Teachers

EdNews Daily

TC is a virtual training medium, providing personal growth and professional development through online learning, coaching, and webinars. Through our innovative Learning Engagement System (LES), districts can build a custom library and even create and sell their custom training.

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Technology: Powerful Weapon or Greatest Foe?

The Innovative Educator

You’ve heard how class sizes are being increased and students are left to learn by staring at screens rather than interacting with classmates and teachers. You’ve heard complaints from students and teachers who use online learning programs about where they fall short ( 10 recommendations to address that.).

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Interview on Down the Hall Podcast

EdTechSandyK

It was exciting to be part of a program whose purpose is to reach an audience including "EPLT/Faculty of Education stakeholders (students, prospective students – especially at the graduate level, faculty members, prospective academic and/or social media contacts, and those interested in educational technology & social media in education)."

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10 common problems and layered strategies for supporting dysregulated students

The Cornerstone for Teachers

One student told me later that she used it a lot during online learning throughout COVID and it really helped her focus and feel better. They also have a parent toolkit for early childhood (ages 0-8) and a wealth of articles for all ages across topics such as screen time, cell phones, and social media.

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Dealing with digital distraction

The Hechinger Report

If you’re lecturing, your odds going up against Facebook, the Victoria’s Secret catalogue or an online game are slim,” said Devorah Heitner , author of the book Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World.* Another perused time-lapse cooking videos on Facebook. Related: Getting schooled in social media.