Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 18, 2016

For anyone who missed the April announcement, Twitter switched its app category from ‘social media’ (where it consistently ranked in the top ten with Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, WhatsApp, and Pinterest) to ‘news’ (now ranked #1, ahead of apps like CNN, Fox News, and Reddit). You decide what fits your group.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 29, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter We took our school from a physical school on a Friday to a distance learning campus by Monday. And the learning continues. They know how to do distance learning. Higher ed could learn some things, but we are specifically addressing K12.

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Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 13, 2020

Can teachers who are teaching an AP course use blended learning models and cover the extensive curriculum? I get asked this question frequently as a blended learning coach. In this guest post, Cori Schwarzrock shares her experience using blended learning models in her AP psychology course. My answer is a resounding “Yes!”

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 25, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter So, I’ve spent this week looking at and testing many AI tools. When People Fail: Will The Integrity Gap Cause a Learning Gap? Ethical students will be able to learn better and faster than ever. It will help them with homework, for sure.

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Class Tech Integrate

JUNE 20, 2018

The most important/impactful professional learning I have ever participated in was developing my own Personal Learning Network (PLN) through Twitter. and how on earth are you doing professional learning with Twitter? There are several platforms that can be used, but Twitter seems to be the most popular.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 30, 2019

“ Learning is not attained by chance; it must be sought for with ardor and attended to with diligence.” – Abigail Adams How do you make, not find, the time to learn and get better? Like change, learning is a process, not an event. So, what does meaningful professional learning look like? Trust me; I get it.

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My Island View

DECEMBER 2, 2022

I connected with educators directly, as well as created several LinkedIn groups specifically for educators. Along with all this, I began to explore Twitter as an additional source of educator collaboration. Twitter took me from tweeting to blogging, to podcasting, and finally to authoring two books.

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Educational Technology Guy

JUNE 11, 2014

Yesterday Google announced the launch of Google Educators Groups. This is a program made up of communities of educators who can connect with each other to learn, share, and help each other. Whether you’re a teacher, professor, or principal, anyone is welcome to join GEG to learn. Follow me on Twitter and Google+.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 29, 2021

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Personalize learning and make it fun for students. SplashLearn is offering different ways to help children catch up or get ahead this summer: Learning Program – which kids can use for independent learning at home on their devices. .

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 16, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Kelly Christopherson has taught for twenty-five years and has been helping educators use to level up their learning for most of that time. Come to the edge of research and learning as we discuss how teachers are learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 4, 2016

Here’s a great question I got from Paul: We are considering the appropriate role for Twitter in schools and as part of my research I read your article “ 13 Reasons to Use Twitter in the Classroom.” Twitter can be a revolutionary tool for students, used correctly. 10 Ways Twitter Makes You a Better Writer.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 15, 2021

Tuesday, April 20 at 7 pm ET join us for the free webinar From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. There are right and wrong ways to work with our students and help them learn. 10 Ways to Move Forward: Learning Gaps, SEL, and Practical Tips to Take Your Classroom Further Post-Pandemic.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

The increased usership, made up primarily of parents wanting to supplement their child’s school-based learning, has added up to $54 million in sales so far in 2020, according to Nathoo. And in the same city where Outschool is based, there’s Juni Learning, which recently raised $10.5 The company doesn’t keep all that money.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 15, 2021

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Defined Learning is a fantastic way to bring project-based learning to every grade level and subject area. Some teachers (and students) are great at coming up with meaningful project ideas that align with standards and learning objectives.

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EdTech4Beginners

APRIL 19, 2017

Personal Learning Networks (PLNs) are the groups of people around us that help us develop skills and knowledge. Many teachers are now learning from each other online. I really like Twitter. But my favourite way of learning is through Twitter chats. Click here for a list of good Twitter chats you can join.

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The Web20Classroom

JUNE 15, 2011

While Twitter is beginning to catch on with many educators, schools are lagging in their adoption of the platform. Twitter is a quick and easy tool to let the entire school community know whats going on with you and your students. Updates can come from anywhere and users don''t have to have a Twitter account to follow along.

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The Web20Classroom

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

This week I am going to do a series of posts on Twitter. Today I am starting with Twitter Professional Development. As many times as I have talked to folks, done workshops for and even preached about Twitter, there are some that just won''t (for whatever reason) jump in. Take a step back and think about PD done about Twitter.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 13, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Steve Dembo is a teacher. I'll let you listen and learn what Steve said. If enough of you want a formal transcript, just leave a comment or contact me via Twitter and I can go back and do the heavy lifting to make the transcript. Have a great day!

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The Web20Classroom

OCTOBER 28, 2017

Technology has not only provided text access at students’ differing instructional levels, but has streamlined formative assessment, and has given back precious time to teachers to work with small groups and individuals. The mini-lesson is whole group instruction. It is a time for students to take ownership in their own learning.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 2, 2018

Modern Classrooms and Personalized Learning Are the Perfect Pair. In another part of the room, a group of her peers gather on a couch to collaborate on a project. . We have more group-based learning going on, but we also accommodate individual instruction. Our goal is to enhance learning, and it works.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 24, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter ISTE has always been an important source of learning for me, and any year I can come to the live conference is a good year for me in terms of innovation. I'll be sharing on Facebook, and Twitter, and am now on BlueSky @ coolcatteacher.bsky.social.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter We educators need to rest and recover this summer. But the reality is also that we’re going to have to prepare for a fall that – whatever it looks like – will include an online learning component. Blended learning is not new. Learn How 2.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 8, 2020

Reflections from the trenches From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter As we began distance learning, I started writing and reflecting. I was asked on this day two weeks a go to begin to prepare and compile a Distance Learning Playbook and life has been a whirlwind ever since. (I

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 25, 2018

5 Tips That Foster Collaborative Professional Learning. Leveraging new technology for professional learning requires some creative thinking — and it also takes money. The group started by creating a curriculum map that outlined the courses they wanted to teach. Ensure that the Technology Enhances Learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Update your online profile –on your blog, your gravatar, FB, X/Twitter, professional groups, your PLN. Check individual post tags and categories– reorganize options so they authentically group your writing. You can find her resources at Structured Learning. The ones you read last year, consider a reminder!

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Educational Technology Guy

MAY 15, 2012

Google Groups has been around for a while, but sometimes gets overshadowed by things like Twitter, Facebook , Edmodo , and other social/learning networks. Google Groups is free, very easy to use and a great way to connect with people, access information and communicate. Groups can be made private so only members can see.

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Neo LMS

MAY 12, 2020

While this sudden turn of events has caused much anxiety for both teachers and learners, there have been valuable lessons learned about how we can leverage technology to benefit education. Read more: Adopting the asynchronous mindset for better online learning. How do we learn to do this? What do we use?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

So I decided to accommodate the 100th Day fever by wrapping it in learning. Here are thirteen activities I like that blend learning into a celebration of the 100th Day of School: Geography. Divide the class into groups so the project can be completed in one class period. They love parties. What caused it to change? Vocabulary.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 12, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Students can build apps and collaboration skills at the same time. Today's episode features my friend Alefiya Master, the CEO of MAD-Learn, and the sponsor of today's show. When people ask me my favorite App-building tool, I always say MAD-Learn.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 29, 2018

How K–12 Schools Can Get Started with Blended Learning. Blended learning classrooms often move seamlessly between online and offline activities, so don’t cancel those copier maintenance contracts quite yet. Blended learning has helped me become a more effective and efficient educator. eli.zimmerman_9856. Mon, 10/29/2018 - 09:41.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 15, 2018

What does learning look like? How does a five-year-old learn? And… if a child had never seen or heard of a school, what would his or her learning experiences be as they move from age four to age 18? What does it sound like? What does it feel like? A 13-year-old? A 17-year-old? What would those 18-year-olds be like?

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Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

But before I could make a movie about this, I needed to make sure I knew what powerful learning looks like to me. I saw that powerful learners ask great questions, leverage technology, and connect and share with others who can help or benefit from their learning. What I found was inspiring. His shows are informative.

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Hansen's Link to Tech

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Do you ever feel when visiting Twitter all the people and trends you follow flows as fast as a burst of a fire hydrant? One way to make Twitter to work for you is creating and/or following lists. One way to make Twitter to work for you is creating and/or following lists. What are Twitter Lists? How to Create a List.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 26, 2021

Join me and other education innovators on February 4, 2021 From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Reframing “Think Global, Act Local” in an age of lockdowns & online learning. Leveraging technology to create challenging learning experiences in mathematics class – Anna Solovyev.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 11, 2021

Here’s a short list of items that won’t take long to accomplish: Update your online profile –your blog profile page, your gravatar, FB, Twitter, professional groups, your PLN. Check individual post tags and categories– whittle down the options while still authentically grouping your writing.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 28, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter This podcast with Jennifer Seravallo is dedicated to helping reading teachers improve their teaching methods by providing practical tips and in-depth insights into differentiated reading strategies. So what are you waiting for?

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Neo LMS

JULY 5, 2022

With all of us experiencing transitioning learning environments, we had to be flexible in our practice and open to new possibilities. When it came to professional development, in the absence of being together in the physical space, we had to explore and learn what worked the best. We all need a way to continue learning.

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