Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 19, 2023

International Children’s Digital Library The ICDL offers over 4,600 digital children’s books in over 59 languages that exhibit tolerance and respect for diverse cultures, languages, and ideas. Books are made available from a variety of sources including the Library of Congress. Books are read online.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 9, 2019

I’ve learned to use free web tools to design headers on different social networks, graphics for books and digital badges, banners, flyers, parent newsletters, programs, digital magazines, book covers, logos, and more! Canva also helps you learn more about graphic design with tutorials and free design courses and tips!

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 3, 2023

Our second Library 2.023 mini-conference: " Banned Books and Censorship: Current Intellectual Freedom Issues in the Library ," will be held online (and for free) on Thursday, June 8th, 2023, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. In this Library 2.0 Please also join this Library 2.0

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Because of continued concerns related to this topic, we are making the webinar recording openly available on Library 2.0. If you are not a member of Library 2.0, please join Library 2.0 If you or your organization use Niche Academy, you can search for the recording in the Library 2.0 It will remain for free on Library 2.0

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 1, 2023

Our second Library 2.023 mini-conference: " Banned Books and Censorship: Current Intellectual Freedom Issues in the Library ," will be held online (and for free) nextThursday, June 8th, 2023, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. In this Library 2.0 Please also join this Library 2.0

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JUNE 14, 2018

He received a free copy of my book, Learning to Go: Lesson Ideas for Teaching with Mobile Devices, Cell Phones and BYOT. Get your copy of Hacking Digital Learning , The 30 Goals Challenge , or Learning to Go. Teaching Critical Reading Skills Resources and Presentation. Best Practices for Enhancing Reading Skills.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 17, 2023

The Future of Education Technology Conference invites administrators, IT leaders, educators, library media specialists and ed tech coaches to convene for four days of sharing and learning. This year’s conference, in New Orleans, will highlight how educational technology positively disrupted the past three years of learning.

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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. Then, have everyone copy their information to a digital magazine (like you can create in Canva or Adobe) and share it with everyone.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 22, 2014

I find that laughter helps students get to know me and relaxes them when heavy duty learning that is stressful is involved. My classes are challenging and I require a lot of effort but I also need my students to be open to the content and motivated to learn. Recently, I published an article in the GO Teach magazine, LOL!

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Digital Promise and Learning Heroes have teamed up for a special blog series that explores how teachers and families can use technology to work together and facilitate learning for students of all ages. Improve understanding through interactive learning environments, including animations, videos, and simulations of concepts.

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ViewSonic Education

JULY 19, 2023

A big part of learning how to run effective meetings is related to communication, so a strong emphasis must be placed on this area. Learning to communicate better in meetings can boost overall business results because they become more productive and are more likely to achieve objectives. In an article in Inc.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 22, 2014

I find that laughter helps students get to know me and relaxes them when heavy duty learning that is stressful is involved. My classes are challenging and I require a lot of effort but I also need my students to be open to the content and motivated to learn. Recently, I published an article in the GO Teach magazine, LOL!

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 5, 2023

Our second Library 2.023 mini-conference: " Banned Books and Censorship: Current Intellectual Freedom Issues in the Library ," will be held online (and for free) this Thursday, June 8th, 2023, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. In this Library 2.0 Please also join this Library 2.0

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The Cornerstone for Teachers

MARCH 1, 2023

Parents desire to be in control of what their children learn about the world and when. Teachers want to advocate for the learning needs of their students. A September of 2022 article from Edweek included an interview with Deborah Caldwell-Stone, director of the American Library Association’s Office for Intellectual Freedom.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 2, 2018

How Modern Learning Environments Support Numerous Pedagogies. When Neosho Junior High School teachers and students moved into a sleek, new campus last August, they said goodbye to traditional classrooms and hello to modern learning spaces that encourage mobility, collaboration and new ways of learning. phil.goldstein_6191.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 24, 2020

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. Then, have everyone copy their information to a digital magazine (like you can create in Canva or Adobe) and share it with everyone.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 30, 2020

We're excited to announce our second Library 2.020 mini-conference: " Small, Rural, and Independent Libraries ," which will be held online (and for free) on Wednesday, June 17th, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Daylight Time (click for your own time zone). Please also join this Library 2.0 YouTube channel.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

"Awkward Conversations: How to Handle Difficult Discussions with Patrons" Part of a special Library 2.0 Essential Librarian" series with Dr. Steve Albrecht OVERVIEW : A 60-minute training webinar presented by Library 2.0 and hosted by ALA author and library service, safety, and security expert, Dr. Steve Albrecht.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Then, have everyone copy their information to a digital magazine (like you can create in Canva or Adobe) and share it with everyone. This might become the core of an end-of-school (or back-to-school) Wish List for your class library. jumping jacks, sit-ups, and deep knee bends) to learn the concept that 10 sets of 10 equal 100.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Then, have everyone copy their information to a digital magazine (like you can create in Canva or Adobe) and share it with everyone. This might become the core of an end-of-school (or back-to-school) Wish List for your class library. jumping jacks, sit-ups, and deep knee bends) to learn the concept that 10 sets of 10 equal 100.

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edWeb.net

JULY 6, 2022

These books should be part of every classroom library. Effective classroom libraries should include a minimum of 750 print and digital books covering a rich array of genres reflecting diversity. In addition, a classroom library should offer students easy access to diverse stories. Culture of Literacy.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 19, 2020

We're excited to announce our second Library 2.020 mini-conference: " Small, Rural, and Independent Libraries ," which will be held online (and for free) on Wednesday, June 17th, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Daylight Time (click for your own time zone). Please also join this Library 2.0 Please also join this Library 2.0

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 1, 2017

To motivate them tie their learning into activities where they get to send some holiday cheer or celebrate the holidays. Find ideas for activities in my slide presentation, Mobile Holiday Apps for Spreading Cheer. Find ideas for activities in my slide presentation, Mobile Holiday Apps for Spreading Cheer.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 31, 2015

In my last post titled “ Create Small Learning Communities with the Station Rotation Model ,” I provided a blended learning strategy that creates more time in the classroom for teachers to work individually with students. In one online learning station, students listen to books/stories with an audio recording.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 4, 2020

Our second Library 2.020 mini-conference: " Small, Rural, and Independent Libraries ," will be held online (and for free) on Wednesday, June 17th, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Daylight Time (click for your own time zone). Please also join the Library 2.0 Please also join the Library 2.0 Steve Steve Hargadon Library 2.0

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

Young children learn the most important things not by being told but by constructing knowledge for themselves in interaction with the physical world and with other children – and the way they do this is by playing.” Playing was taking my bicycle apart, putting Legos together, and learning as many facts about cars as I could.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Awkward Conversations & Difficult Situations: How to Handle the Hardest Discussions with Patrons (2023 Updated Version) Part of the Library 2.0 Service , Safety, and Security Series with Dr. Steve Albrecht OVERVIEW : Library life is full of challenging moments. The patron who refuses to leave as the library is closing.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

I have delivered hundreds of workshops and presentations. Learning Reviews Science – More than 500 free interactive science websites and apps. NSDL – The National Science Digital Library has some outstanding resources that include numerous links to some great STEM programs and organizations. Check out my Booking Page.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 16, 2020

Tomorrow is our second Library 2.020 mini-conference! Small, Rural, and Independent Libraries ," will be held online (and for free) on Wednesday, June 17th, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Daylight Time (click for your own time zone). Please also join this Library 2.0 Please also join this Library 2.0

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NeverEndingSearch

DECEMBER 7, 2017

Just a couple of weeks ago, the Library of Congress announced the launch of three new apps for Web and mobile, developed by educational organizations that were supported by an LOC grant for app development. This is a nice way to prep for National History Day and it may present a new way to DBQ for APUSH!

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

#ICE18: Illinois Conference Will Prepare Educators for Modern Learning Environments. We are excited to have CDW•G create a modern learning environment for educators to experience what classrooms today can not only look like, but how they can better facilitate learning. Learning strands include: Leadership.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 29, 2014

The Learning Revolution Weekly Update October 29th, 2014 Teaching is not just a job. Dr. Ralph Tyler The Learning Revolution Project holds online and physical learning events, and highlights professional development opportunities from a network of 200 partners in the learning professions. Register here.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 2, 2015

Open Library. Stories to read—International Library. Try these 25 apps for iPads: Action Words– learn action words with amazing pictures. Kindle –read ebooks, newspapers, magazines, textbooks and PDFs on an easy-to-use interface. Tappy Alphabet –fun app to learn letters; available on Google Play. Mighty Book.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 10, 2020

Our second Library 2.020 mini-conference is just one week away! Small, Rural, and Independent Libraries ," will be held online (and for free) on Wednesday, June 17th, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Daylight Time (click for your own time zone). Please also join this Library 2.0 Please also join this Library 2.0

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

APRIL 4, 2016

We're excited to announce the second of three Library 2.016 online mini-conferences: "Library as Classroom," June 15th, 2016, from 12:00 - 3:00pm US-Pacific Time (click for your own time zone). In A New Culture of Learning , authors Douglas Thomas and John Seely Brown write, “Where imaginations play, learning happens.”

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 27, 2016

The second of our three free Library 2.016 online mini-conferences: "Library as Classroom," is coming up soon! There will be an hour-long opening keynote panel, three half-hour blocks with multiple choices of practitioner presentations, and then a half-hour closing keynote (see below). Please also join this Library 2.0

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EdTechTeam

MAY 19, 2017

I never imagined that the final course on learning space design would launch my students and I into the most exciting and rewarding project based learning experience of my career. As I met with my students, many who volunteered to come in at recess, we reworked our classroom library and opened up new areas for the students to work.

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