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How Upgraded Technology Supports Teachers in the Classroom

EdTech Magazine

As a sixth grade English language arts teacher at Aldine Independent School District in Texas, I use technology from bell to bell. While we need to return the laptops and peripherals when the school year ends, it’s been great having this new technology to use with my class.

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CoSN2022: Technology Supports Accessible and Inclusive Learning

EdTech Magazine

Getting technology into the hands of all K–12 students was the first step. With a focus on closing the digital divide, school districts are now working toward making the provided technology equitable.

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3 Ways Assistive Technology Supports Students with Disabilities

EdTech Magazine

By Meghan Bogardus Cortez Thanks to tools from tech giants such as Microsoft, students with disabilities are flourishing. Classroom Digital Content Personalized Learning Software

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How AI technologies support school safety

eSchool News

Fortunately, there are many ways that technology can help in this area. The COVID pandemic has changed much about how we live and how we work. Nowhere is this more evident than in our schools – in how we safely teach our students and how our students learn, safely.

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SCALE-UP Classroom Technology: Supporting The Learning Environment

ViewSonic Education

Despite the dramatic impact technology has had on education, many classroom structures and teaching methods haven’t changed much over the years. SCALE-UP is turning many aspects of the traditional classroom upside-down, including how technology is used. Rows of seats are replaced by roundtables, and key technology components are placed in strategic locations around the room. Technology in the SCALE-UP Classroom. Where ViewSonic ViewBoard Technology Fits In.

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How Technology Supports English Learners in K–12 Schools

EdTech Magazine

Yet some schools across the country still struggle to support ELL students and address their specific learning needs. As the number of English language learners in today’s classrooms continues to grow, educators must consider new ways to facilitate their learning. English language learners, or ELLs, are the fastest-growing group of K–12 students in U.S. public schools.

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How Technology Supports English Learners in K–12 Schools

EdTech Magazine

Yet some schools across the country still struggle to support ELL students and address their specific learning needs. As the number of English language learners in today’s classrooms continues to grow, educators must consider new ways to facilitate their learning. English language learners, or ELLs, are the fastest-growing group of K–12 students in U.S. public schools.

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How Technology Supports English Learners in K–12 Schools

EdTech Magazine

Yet some schools across the country still struggle to support ELL students and address their specific learning needs. As the number of English language learners in today’s classrooms continues to grow, educators must consider new ways to facilitate their learning. English language learners, or ELLs, are the fastest-growing group of K–12 students in U.S. public schools.

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How Technology Supports English Learners in K–12 Schools

EdTech Magazine

Yet some schools across the country still struggle to support ELL students and address their specific learning needs. As the number of English language learners in today’s classrooms continues to grow, educators must consider new ways to facilitate their learning. English language learners, or ELLs, are the fastest-growing group of K–12 students in U.S. public schools.

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Part Three: Beyond SAMR… Making Sure Technology Supports Content Standards

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

In this post I would like to introduce you to way that you can ensure the standards are amplified, and not ignored, by the integration of educational technology. They include; One-Half Day PBL Splash, Full Day PBL Starter; and a One-Half Day Technology Workshop dedicated to amplifying standards and process using Technology. Part Three: Beyond SAMR… Making Sure Technology Supports Content Standards. “We

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Starting a Student Technology Support Team

Gaggle Speaks

Whether you choose a BYOD policy or your school or district provides devices through a 1:1 initiative, there will be some aspect of support required. If tech support is not a line item in a budget, the technology plunge might be a scary one. But before you panic, consider starting a student technology team to offset the costs of hiring a full support staff. Outline your support needs and expectations.

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How technology supports our Advanced Learning for All initiative

eSchool News

Related content: How next-gen learning supports every student. In order for students to succeed in AP classes, it is important they have access to multiple resources and support from their teachers. Technology has helped us to remain one step ahead of the class.

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Getting the Most Out of Your District Technology Support Staff

Edsurge

Integrating technology into your classroom can be overwhelming at first—especially navigating the different resources and district technology support staff that are available to you. Below, we dive into three potential resources and their intended purpose, so you can keep classroom devices working and redefine the way you approach your curriculum with the use of technology. Ask for one-on-one support. Education Technology Technology Tips Technology in School

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Incident IQ Announces New Apps Architecture for its K-12 Technology Support Platform

techlearning

Incident IQ , the K12 technology support platform, has unveiled its new Incident IQ Apps Architecture that enables support for dozens of popular K-12 technologies at the ISTE Conference (Booth #2033). Apps Architecture has allowed the creation of dozens of ready-to-use support apps for K-12 learning applications and data management tools. [

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Tips for Transforming Educational Technology through Professional Development and Training

EdTech Magazine

By Mike Patterson Teachers say they lack proper technology support, but schools can turn the tables on inadequate training programs using these best practices. Classroom Curriculum Management Training

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IaaS Offers Critical Agility, Scale and Innovation for School Districts

EdTech Magazine

Last spring’s rapid shift to remote learning may have taken many education IT teams by surprise, but the technology supporting this shift has been gaining steam for years.

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Q&A: Chesterfield County Schools CTO says Technology Plays Central Role in Education

EdTech Magazine

But achieving a 21st century pedagogy requires technology that’s ready to take center stage. EdTech spoke with Tim Tillman, CTO and CISO for Chesterfield County Public Schools in Virginia, about how technology leaders can transform their approach to support a truly modern education.

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What We Stand For

Gaggle Speaks

Our mission is to help ensure the safety and well-being of students and schools by leveraging people and technology, supporting school districts in proactively identifying those who are struggling.

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Importance of Assistive Technology

N2Y

For many students with disabilities, assistive technology (AT) is critically important in removing barriers to mobility, communication, socialization, and learning. Legislation ensuring greater access to, and availability of, assistive technology.

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A Teacher’s Checklist for Fast, Effective Feedback

Shake Up Learning

technology that makes it easier to grade quickly and efficiently without adding to your workload. With goals in place and the right technology supporting you, fast grading gets a bit easier.

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2020 Ed Tech Trends Focus on Equity

EdTech Magazine

One of the biggest trends in educational technology shouldn’t be a trend at all. To that end, EdTech ’s trends for 2020 involve the nuts and bolts of educational technology — AR/VR , makerspaces, esports and more — while encompassing the ways those technologies support learning for all students. Equity should be something that we always do , not a trend,” says Josh Stumpenhorst, learning commons director at Lincoln Junior High School in Naperville, Ill. “It’s

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2020 Ed Tech Trends Focus on Equity

EdTech Magazine

One of the biggest trends in educational technology shouldn’t be a trend at all. To that end, EdTech ’s trends for 2020 involve the nuts and bolts of educational technology — AR/VR , makerspaces, esports and more — while encompassing the ways those technologies support learning for all students. Equity should be something that we always do , not a trend,” says Josh Stumpenhorst, learning commons director at Lincoln Junior High School in Naperville, Ill. “It’s

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2020 Ed Tech Trends Focus on Equity

EdTech Magazine

One of the biggest trends in educational technology shouldn’t be a trend at all. To that end, EdTech ’s trends for 2020 involve the nuts and bolts of educational technology — AR/VR , makerspaces, esports and more — while encompassing the ways those technologies support learning for all students. Equity should be something that we always do , not a trend,” says Josh Stumpenhorst, learning commons director at Lincoln Junior High School in Naperville, Ill. “It’s

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2020 Ed Tech Trends Focus on Equity

EdTech Magazine

One of the biggest trends in educational technology shouldn’t be a trend at all. To that end, EdTech ’s trends for 2020 involve the nuts and bolts of educational technology — AR/VR , makerspaces, esports and more — while encompassing the ways those technologies support learning for all students. Equity should be something that we always do , not a trend,” says Josh Stumpenhorst, learning commons director at Lincoln Junior High School in Naperville, Ill. “It’s

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2020 Ed Tech Trends Focus on Equity

EdTech Magazine

One of the biggest trends in educational technology shouldn’t be a trend at all. To that end, EdTech ’s trends for 2020 involve the nuts and bolts of educational technology — AR/VR , makerspaces, esports and more — while encompassing the ways those technologies support learning for all students. Equity should be something that we always do , not a trend,” says Josh Stumpenhorst, learning commons director at Lincoln Junior High School in Naperville, Ill. “It’s

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2020 Ed Tech Trends Focus on Equity

EdTech Magazine

One of the biggest trends in educational technology shouldn’t be a trend at all. To that end, EdTech ’s trends for 2020 involve the nuts and bolts of educational technology — AR/VR , makerspaces, esports and more — while encompassing the ways those technologies support learning for all students. Equity should be something that we always do , not a trend,” says Josh Stumpenhorst, learning commons director at Lincoln Junior High School in Naperville, Ill. “It’s

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Tech Tutorials for Parents and Caretakers

Nick's Picks for Educational Technology

Technology Support for Parents and Caretakers Making technology resources readily available to parents is essential, but they are often overlooked. The post Tech Tutorials for Parents and Caretakers appeared first on Nick's Picks For Educational Technology.

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How Technology Can Help Deepen Students’ Learning

EdNews Daily

Fortunately, technology tools can provide support for each stage. Technology-Supported Surface-Level Learning. Technology for whole group settings, e.g., interactive flat panel displays and presentation software, can engage students by using videos and vivid images to get them curious and excited about a subject. Technology-Supported Transfer of Learning. Technology-Support Deep Learning. By Kelly Bielefeld.

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The 3 C’s to Survive and Thrive in Disruptive Times

A Principal's Reflections

It can also occur when we experience any exponential change, as we see with advances in technology. What additional information or support is needed? We blink, and things change. While disruption is not new in any sense, it is happening at a more frenetic pace for a variety of reasons.

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Building Good Relationships with Your Students’ Parents

The CoolCatTeacher

Mike Daugherty, a Director of Technology in Ohio, has been studying this topic and experimenting for the last several years to find optimal ways to communicate with today’s parents. Mike Daugherty Director of Technology, Ohio Mike Daugherty is a husband, father, author, technology director, Google Innovator, and possible Starbucks addict. He has eighteen years of experience in K-12 technology support serving in a wide variety of roles.

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Closing the Digital Learning Gap

Digital Promise

At the same time, innovative education leaders and classroom teachers are engaging, motivating, and nurturing students to develop mindsets for college and career readiness and lifelong learning, and they are supporting social and emotional development. Today, students must acquire knowledge, competencies, and mindsets that prepare them to be productive members of a modern workforce in a global economy powered by technology. Most Americans agree that education is a national priority.

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It’s late 2015 and we’re still overblocking the Internet

Dangerously Irrelevant

Like library and textbook censorship, not only does blocking video services, social media, online interactive content, and other Web resources restrict students’ intellectual freedom, it also prohibits them from engaging in powerful conversations and learning opportunities (and, incidentally, also sends messages to your most technology-fluent educators that you’re outdated). Focusing on superintendents: 5 technology leadership articles from AASA.

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What is Learning Sciences and Why Does It Matter?

Digital Promise

Designs innovative approaches to learning and assessment, often taking into account a social, collaborative view of learning and using technology creatively.

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AI in Education: 5 Ways it Can Assist Teachers

ViewSonic Education

In fact, AI technology can be used to adapt lessons to students’ needs, continually providing an ideal learning environment, enhancing communication, and optimizing the lesson creation process. Examples of AI in Everyday Technology. Provide Vital Technological Support to Teachers.

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Integrating Digital Tools for Adult Learners: Four Critical Factors

Digital Promise

Technology has the potential to be a powerful tool for improving access to learning for adult learners. According to a Tyton Partners study , there is increasing demand for education technology among adult education program administrators and educators. Despite this enthusiasm, adult education programs lag behind their K-12 and higher education counterparts in incorporating technology. Support the evolving role of the instructor.

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Incident IQ Releases Integration With ClassLink Single Sign-on

eSchool News

As school districts continue to rely on more technology in today’s classrooms, Incident IQ offers advanced integrations that provide data-rich help requests to K-12 IT teams, while being easy to use for end-users.

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CUE 2018: How IT Departments Can Minimize Downtime and Maximize Education

EdTech Magazine

When technology fails in the classroom, it takes away from valuable instructional time and hinders student learning. Rather than instructors pointing fingers at IT staff (or vice versa), Antwon Lincoln, instructional technology coordinator at Chula Vista Elementary School District , says that collaboration and communication are the keys to success. How to Marry IT and Instructional Technology. CUE 2018: How IT Departments Can Minimize Downtime and Maximize Education.

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How to evolve your K-12 cybersecurity approach

eSchool News

Technology supports the transformation of every industry imaginable–especially education. terabytes of data, including academic transcripts, resumes and financial support documents, being exposed due to unsecure processes and storage.

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Bloom’s Taxonomy and the implications it has for a digital classroom.

EdTech4Beginners

Technology or pedagogy? I would argue that technology is not the tool that makes children creative, instead it is a support. The learning is the priority when planning lessons; the technology is merely a dynamic aid. Teachers need to integrate technology seamlessly into lessons instead of viewing it as an add-on or afterthought.” – Heidi-Hayes Jacobs. So can technology support higher order thinking?

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Using assistive technology district-wide to improve reading achievement

eSchool News

Assistive technology teachers working at schools in the Fairfax County, VA school district–one of the largest in the United States–are finding that the use of audiobooks is improving access to grade-level content while also developing the love of reading that motivates many students to continue improving.

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Technology Makes or Breaks Esports Programs

EdTech Magazine

Technology Makes or Breaks Esports Programs. Esports Equipment Can Support Other School Initiatives. In competitive gaming, milliseconds matter , and the technology supporting students can make or break an esports venture. However, schools often can support esports programs with their existing IT , and can purchase esports equipment that will also support other uses in the school, such as a lab or virtual reality setup.

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The role of technology in the PYP

EdTech4Beginners

This post will outline the aims of the PYP (the Primary Years Programme of the International Baccalaureate) and the role that technology plays in helping teachers and students to achieve those goals. The role of technology is not significantly different to non-IB schools, so the ideas of good practice outlined below will also apply to other educational settings. What does the PYP say about technology? Technology has made these things possible for all teachers.

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Personalized Learning and Digital Tools Weave Strong Fabric for Student Success

EdTech Magazine

In fact, two-thirds of responding parents from diverse communities (rural, suburban and urban) say in the Speak Up survey that classroom technology, when used properly, helps their children develop college and career readiness skills. Among parents surveyed, 7 in 10 say that their child’s future success depends on them developing technology-use skills, which is also central to a ­personalized-learning model. Technology impacts instruction in a positive way, the report states.