A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 15, 2020

They are a 1:1 district who have really begun to hit their stride and push the envelope when it comes to the purposeful use of technology aligned to research-based pedagogy. I was excited because I always ask the schools I work with to reflect on the feedback that is provided and determine how to best use my time when I am there next.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 26, 2020

Difficult decisions have had to be made regarding grading, making funds available to get technology in the hands of disadvantaged kids, getting school work to kids where the digital divide could not be overcome, and figuring out how to provide professional learning support virtually. Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology).

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 13, 2019

There used to be no alternative but more and more, schools are using technology to keep the learning going. Big Blue Button is open source and not a stand-alone platform so it must be integrated into an LMS such as Canvas, Schoology, or Moodle. BigBlueButton @iteachworld @Zoom_us @Instructure @schoology. Google Hangouts.

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Graphite Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

One of the many decisions we make as teachers is how to approach technology in a balanced way. Digital fluency goes beyond knowing how to use any particular app or device. It's a general mindset and know-how that helps students use technology to achieve their own interests and goals, whatever those may be.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 18, 2020

If technology is available and equity has been ensured, take some of these ideas into account. Asynchronous options such as flipped lessons and self-paced assignments have the added bonus of teaching kids how to manage their time and develop a greater sense of responsibility. Voxer can also be used.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 1, 2018

They can be uploaded to Google Classroom, Schoology, Blackboard, and a selection of other LMSs. How to get started. These can be pushed out as links to Google Classroom, Blackboard, Schoology, and other LMSs. More on college prep: How to Prepare for the SAT. How to Prepare for the SAT Essay. Great stuff.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 14, 2017

Several important topics arise including how to talk to your students about their positive online presence and online professionalism. Alice Chen is a teacher and technology coach in Southern California. Today Alice Chen @wondertechedu teaches us about digital citizenship. She discusses five things every digital citizen should know.

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Graphite Blog

AUGUST 22, 2016

” Use a Schoology (or another online learning platform) to get students talking about these questions. Build Technology Skills After students have participated in the brainstorming discussion, describe how they will be using these questions as a basis for a video project.

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Shake Up Learning

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Sheryl shares the magic of BookWidgets, and how teachers can create engaging online activities that take worksheets from static to dynamic. She recently retired from Miami Dade and now works for BookWidgets as an Educational Technology Specialist. How to Get Started with BookWidgets. Go to bookwidgets.com and start for free!

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Graphite Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

One of the many decisions we make as teachers is how to approach technology in a balanced way. Digital fluency goes beyond knowing how to use any particular app or device. It's a general mindset and know-how that helps students use technology to achieve their own interests and goals, whatever those may be.

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The Thinking Stick

MARCH 8, 2020

I have had experience with “Going Virtual School” three times in my career and every time it was similar and yet different due to the technology we had. I have had experience with “Going Virtual School” three times in my career and every time it was similar and yet different due to the technology we had. you’re gonna rock this!

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Students are already familiar with the LMS and don’t have to learn how to browse different websites for various lesson activities for additional teachers. Besides integrating lessons into Google Classroom, you can also integrate with Microsoft Teams, Canvas, Moodle, Schoology, Blackboard, ItsLearning and Brightspace.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

I explain why I believe it’s important to place students at the center of learning in the classroom and how I use blended learning strategies and technology to create a student-centered learning experience. I emphasize that the way students communicate is changing and that directly impacts how I approach the design of our class.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

EasyTech’s “Essential Skills for Remote Learning” are as follows: Remote Learning Essentials: Teach students how to communicate virtually and troubleshoot their tech issues independently. Computer Fundamentals: Students learn to harness technology as a tool to create, problem-solve and collaborate with others. Airy School.

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Edsurge

APRIL 28, 2020

And it does not look at video-conferencing tools built specifically for education, such as Big Blue Button and Schoology. But more than a month into the pandemic, “what we’re seeing now is more thoughtful conversation and consideration” among school officials about what technologies are appropriate, says Attai.

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Shake Up Learning

OCTOBER 31, 2023

In this episode, Sarah Kiefer shares her passion for using Google Sheets in the classroom and how it can be a game-changer. This blog post will take you through some key insights from the podcast and show you how to harness the full potential of Google Sheets in your teaching. © Shake Up Learning 2023.

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eSchool News

MARCH 7, 2017

(Constant Progress, Honoring Professionals, Ongoing, Individualized, Collaborative, and Energizing) sessions, our district divides the professional learning calendar into three distinct models: Technology Boot Camp, Assigned Professional Development Days, and CHOICE Professional Development Days. Next page: How to use C.H.O.I.C.E

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The Innovative Educator

MARCH 8, 2020

In the age of technology, planning for secondary students has become a bit easier as many schools already use platforms like Google Classroom, Schoology, or Microsoft Teams. Give parents tips for home learning Provide the latest news Learn how to use Facebook Live to speak with parents and encourage them to comment on the Livestream.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

MAY 8, 2020

And instead of using a school bus, students use technologies like laptops, iPads, and digital platforms like Zoom and Schoology to come to their teachers. And in the hope that the pandemic does not squash the ability to learn and grow all together, educators are implementing an entirely new style of learning.

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Edsurge

MARCH 21, 2017

Mary's Academy building robots Using blended learning to personalize instruction Five years ago, SMA launched a 1:1 iPad initiative designed to put technology in the hands of every student so she could have greater control over her own learning. We invite panels of women from local technology companies to share advice with students.

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Edsurge

JULY 12, 2018

How To Keep the Faucet Running Assuming that more resources help prevent the summer slide and fewer resources exacerbate it, teachers need to make a point of helping students gain access to resources throughout the summer. Below are 5 ways that teachers can keep the resource faucet on over the break. Get ‘em to the library.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2019

How to use videos. It integrates with many LMSs (like Schoology, Blackboard, Moodle, and more) as well as many video host providers (like YouTube, TeacherTube, Khan Academy, and more). Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. Touchcast Studio. Edit and Share Videos Like a Rock Star.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 11, 2020

It is essential for me to reiterate what I have been saying for years as there is still some confusion as to what this actually entails: Blended instruction is what the teacher does with technology. Blended learning is where students use tech to have control over path, place, and pace. Scaffold questions and activities to bump up thinking.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 14, 2018

Through my work with educators across the country, I know the number of elementary school districts and administrators turning to LMS adoption is increasing for all grades—preparing students at a young age to use the technology they will need to master for high school, college, and beyond. Young learners are already surrounded by technology.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 7, 2018

On today’s show Matthew Farber, author of Game-Based Learning In Action: How an Expert Affinity Group Teaches with Games , talks about how to use games in the classroom effectively. This actually is a lot different than that mantra of educational technology just being a tool for learning. They use Google Classroom, or Schoology.

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eSchool News

MARCH 3, 2016

” Teachers and students logged into the school’s Schoology platform for a day of at-home learning, and the day’s virtual classes followed a typical bell schedule to help students stay on track. This gives them an opportunity to be exposed to that.

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The Cornerstone for Teachers

AUGUST 26, 2018

This time around, we’re talking about how to manage differentiation. Each roundtable member will share how they differentiate instruction, and then move into how we can make differentiation more scalable. Erin) As the others have mentioned, technology helps a lot in simplifying this. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes.

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Graphite Blog

AUGUST 30, 2016

I've been doing a lot of professional development with the teachers, a lot of co-teaching in their classrooms, and brainstorming how we can do things differently to make the most of these kids each having an iPad. Technology tends to be something that kids are more comfortable with than adults. It's just so natural to them.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 18, 2015

Thanks to technology, there are lots of fun and effective ways to assess learning in ways that transform your classroom. They inform teachers how to optimize time by teaching what students need to learn, not wasting time on what students already know. Tools: Use an app like Blendspace, Socrative , Frolyc , Schoology , or ExitTicket.

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Fractus Learning

APRIL 9, 2021

TED (Technology Entertainment and Design) covers any topic in short but powerful talks lasting 18 minutes or less in more than 110 languages. Conversations cover topics like technology, nature, the future, personal growth, society, collaboration, and more. Software Tools To Create Your Lessons and Lecture Videos. Doceri For iPad.

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MSEDTechie

OCTOBER 17, 2014

Curious to learn more about how to better use Google in your classroom? Find videos directly on the site through YouTube or Khan Academy, or upload your own content, then embed them into your curriculum through other programs like Edmodo or Schoology. Come to the official EdSurge Tech for Schools Summit on Oct. 17-18 in St.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 31, 2016

Here’s how to start: Sign up, watch as many how-to videos as you’d like, create classrooms, add students, and you’re ready to go. The program includes a thorough sample class with a guided tour that explains all the features included and how to use them in a real class. student and teacher blog platforms.

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BYOT Network

JUNE 11, 2020

Fortunately, the district began integrating its interoperable edtech platforms before the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, so its users had a bit of a head start in getting used to the technology. Odell urges to avoid settling for what you have or cutting corners concerning the integration of the necessary technology.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Many school districts used the summer to regroup, to train their staff and to get a plan for the fall—first on how to reopen, and then on how to respond should the situation change, for better or worse. How do we teach really well and really creatively online?” It was an emergency. But nine months have passed since then.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 3, 2010

On a crisp, sunny Saturday morning in October, approximately 400 passionate educators congregated at New Milford High School for the Tri-State Educational Technology Conference (TSETC). Shelly Terrell Skyped in from Germany and dazzled educators on how to effectively extend learning beyond classroom walls.

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Edsurge

MARCH 15, 2018

I chose what to work on and how to create it. I'm a technology integrationist and I'm part of an educator group called MidMN , named for our location in central Minnesota. Collaborating on Google Docs, they came up with a handful of gaming- and hobby-related topics, such as how to create video games with Bloxels, Scratch and Code.org.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 31, 2016

The guide celebrates the knowledge and best practices shared by these educators—hailing from downtown Houston to the plains of Wyoming to the beaches of Southern California—and brings you tips and tricks for the new school year from educators who've been there, with or without technology. Padlet, Voxer, and Schoology all made the list.

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