Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Let’s start by clearing up a misconception: Rigor isn’t unfriendly. Adding it to your class doesn’t mean you become boring, a techie, or overseer of a fun-free zone. In fact, done right, rigor fills your class with Wow , those epiphanies that bring a smile to student faces and a sense of well-being to their school day. Rigor provides positive experiences, is an emotional high, and engenders a pervasive sense of accomplishment students will carry for years–and use as a tem

Digital Citizenship 396

Digital Citizenship Classroom Resources Learning 396

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Part II: Transitioning from Whole Group to Small Group to Achieve Equity in Education The first blog in this series, “ Time Efficiency vs. Equity in Education ,” explored two major barriers teachers face when shifting from whole group, teacher-led, teacher-paced model to student-centered blended learning models. Time and control are powerful enforcers of the status quo.

Learning 393

Learning Differentiated Instruction Assessment Groups 393

Ditch That Textbook

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Post sponsored by Figma We learned quickly how to use online whiteboards during remote teaching and many of us now even have interactive displays in our classrooms. But how does that translate to face to face learning? And how do we make the most of new technology like interactive displays in our classrooms? Enter FigJam, an online collaborative […] The post How to use FigJam in the classroom: 20 ideas + templates appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.

Classroom 356

Classroom How To Learning Technology 356

EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Like most schools, educators at Modesto City Schools in Stanislaus County, Calif., expect their students to come to school prepared to learn. Still, for a variety of reasons, some students arrive with their laptops low on power, which can lead to classroom interruptions and missed lessons. Modesto City Schools CTO Russ Selken says he was concerned when 30,000 students returned to the classroom after the pandemic, all equipped with devices.

Learning 329

Learning Classroom Laptops Education 329

This white paper examines and proposes revisions to the "Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education" introduced by Arthur Chickering and Zelda Gamson in 1987 for today's technology-driven world.

Technology

The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter I've been working on a big project and am very busy, but I have been studying the changes in Windows 11 Copilot, released on Tuesday, September 26, and wanted to share them with you. This wouldn't be 80 Awesome Days of AI and HI if I didn't keep you up to date, would it?

Microsoft 312

Microsoft Accessibility Tools Classroom 312

Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Portrait of a Graduate skill sets can be viewed as Thinking Dispositions, broken down into three elements: ability, inclination and sensitivity.

329

329

Waterford

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

In the United States, ten percent of all students –roughly five million students total–come from multilingual households. Multilingual students speak more than one language and need individualized instruction to develop literacy and communication skills in all of those languages. In addition, multilingual families need access to resources that help them feel welcome in school and engaged with their student’s teacher.

Elementary 147

Elementary Education Libraries Classroom 147

Hapara

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

? Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] When people ask what grade level I taught, I know how they’ll react when I respond. Their eyes widen, and they shake their heads. “Middle school! I know what I was like at that age. I could never teach that age,” they say. The fact is that I truly enjoyed teaching thirteen-year-olds. There’s a key, though, to developing a successful classroom for this age group.

Classroom 162

Classroom Strategy Education Groups 162

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Key points: The explosion of AI tools has introduced interesting questions for educators Students who learn to use AI responsibly will develop a useful skill for learning and working See related article: Education in the age of AI and smart technology From the very beginning of its meteoric rise, generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools seemed to stir a universal reaction: How will students use it to cheat ?

Education 133

Education Tools Student Engagement Learning 133

American Consortium for Equity in Education

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

A conversation with INVO Healthcare’s CEO Matt Stringer. INVO is a leading provider of school-based behavioral health services for children nationwide.Learn more here [link] The post Tackling Student Behavior and Mental Health Challenges in Schools appeared first on Equity in Education.

Education 105

Education 105

Advertisement

Managing a K-12 campus with constant pressure to meet performance metrics is challenging. And tardiness can significantly limit a school from reaching these goals. Learn more about why chronic lateness matters, and key strategies to address the following impacts: Data errors caused by manual processes Low attendance and graduation rates that affect a school’s reputation Classroom disruption, which leads to poor academic performance High staff attrition and “The Teacher Exodus” Unmet LCAP goals t

Classroom

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Key points: TED-Ed Lessons are short videos designed to engage students and stimulate critical thinking Here are 5 videos covering science and tech topics such as earth science and animal behavior See related article: Cool! 6 TED-Ed lessons about the cold School is back in session, and for many students, that means a major shift from an unstructured schedule to a more regimented school day.

Video 132

Video Technology Student Engagement Classroom 132

The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Editor’s note: This story led off this week’s Future of Learning newsletter, which is delivered free to subscribers’ inboxes every other Wednesday with trends and top stories about education innovation. Subscribe today! While data science isn’t a new subject, there’s been growing interest recently in helping students — in both K-12 and higher ed — gain data science skills.

Data 92

Data Education Elementary Study 92

techlearning

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

GameMaker helps educators and their students design their own game with accessible features and easy-to-follow lessons.

How To 91

How To Education Accessibility Classroom 91

The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Millions of working parents will face a child care emergency after pandemic-era federal funding ends Sept. 30, just two days from now. Whether you are one of the affected parents or not, you will feel the impact on our nation’s workforce and economy. According to estimates, up to 70,000 daycare facilities could close, causing three million child care slots to vanish.

Meeting 77

Meeting Education Advocacy Analysis 77

This whitepaper explores integrating the PowerTeaching pedagogical approach within a HyFlex (Hybrid Flexible) educational model, focusing on employing cooperative learning strategies and efficient classroom management techniques.

Education

American Consortium for Equity in Education

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Insights from Education Researcher Jim Knight By Adam Geller, Edthena Teachers need hope and agency to be successful. But building hope and cultivating agency can be challenging, especially given the stressors teachers face today. It can be hard for teachers Keep Reading Using Video Data to Build Hope & Agency The post Using Video Data to Build Hope & Agency appeared first on Equity in Education.

Video 72

Video Data Education 72

Lightspeed Systems

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

What is your school district’s biggest student safety and wellness challenge? Is it staffing and resource shortages? District liability concerns? Perhaps it’s an inability to keep up with the 24/7 needs associated with student safety and welfare? Or, does your district suffer from inadequate technologies? Those were the questions posed at the very start of the webinar, “Confronting the New Reality of Today’s Student Mental Health Crisis,” featuring Christi Frias , Student Services Director

Digital Learning 75

Digital Learning Technology Resources Data 75

American Consortium for Equity in Education

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Worldwide edtech leader Discovery Education today announced that two of its award-winning digital services have been certified as meeting the rigorous, evidence-based standards set forth in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Discovery Education’s Science Techbook has achieved ESSA Tier Keep Reading Discovery Education Services Certified as Meeting ESSA Standards The post Discovery Education Services Certified as Meeting ESSA Standards appeared first on Equity in Education.

Education 64

Education Meeting EdTech Industry 64

The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

A battle over New Hampshire’s “divisive concepts law” has been brewing in the state since 2021. The measure restricts instruction on topics that might leave students feeling inferior or superior based on race, gender, ethnicity, or another attribute, and also applies to training done by state agencies. This story also appeared in The Boston Globe Earlier this year, state lawmakers proposed a repeal, eliciting more than 1,000 letters to the House Education Committee.

Study 61

Study Training Report Analysis 61

Speaker: Chris Paxton McMillin, President of D3 Training Solutions

There are plenty of great authoring tools for developing eLearning, but the one you select could directly impact your course's outcomes. Depending upon your learners’ needs and your organization’s performance goals, you could be overlooking considerations that impact the both effectiveness of your courses and how long it takes to finish them. From general capabilities to specific workflow structures, some aspects are critical when it comes to learning objectives and deadlines.

Comparison

Marketplace K-12

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The investment marks the NBA star-turned-investor's first foray into the ed-tech market. The post K-12 Dealmaking: Shaq leads EdSoma’s Seed Round; eDynamics Learning Acquires CTE Platforms appeared first on Market Brief.

Learning 59

Learning 59

American Consortium for Equity in Education

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

TEACHER SHORTAGES ??? As E K12’s website says “Never run classes without a certified teacher again” Elevate K-12 brings certified, professionals, into your school. We have CEO Shaily Baranwal with us today for a facinating conversation. The post ALL ABOUT ‘FLEX TEACHING’ : ” ELEVATE K12 ” AND HELPING THE TEACHER SHORTAGE appeared first on Equity in Education.

Education 59

Education 59

SplashLearn

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Teaching is more than a profession; it’s a calling, a vocation driven by a deep passion for nurturing minds and shaping futures. Yet, even the most dedicated teachers can use a little extra motivation from time to time. That’s where inspirational quotes for teachers come into play. In this blog, we will share simple, heartfelt […] The post 31 Best Inspirational Quotes for Teachers: Honoring Teachers first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

52

52

American Consortium for Equity in Education

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Curriculum Associates has named more than 170 schools nationwide as a 2023 i-Ready Super Stretch School for demonstrating remarkable growth in reading and mathematics this past school year. The schools, which are located across more than 30 states and Washington, Keep Reading Curriculum Associates Celebrates Schools Nationwide for Remarkable Growth in Reading and Mathematics The post Curriculum Associates Celebrates Schools Nationwide for Remarkable Growth in Reading and Mathematics appeared fir

Education 52

Education Industry 52

AI-powered tools like virtual assistants and chatbots provide instant guidance and support, while data analytics offer valuable insights for educators and administrators.

EdTech

SplashLearn

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Have you ever wondered if your little one, at the ripe age of two, can actually play board games? Well, the short answer is Yes! You might think, “Wait, my toddler can barely talk, let alone play a board game.” We get it and are here to guide you through it all. Board Games for […] The post 26 Best Board Games for 2 Year Olds in 2023 first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

52

52

American Consortium for Equity in Education

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Partnership Enables Oklahoma’s 25 Public Institutions to Partner with Tutor.com for 24/7 Online Tutoring Tutor.com, one of the world’s largest and most innovative online tutoring organizations, announced a partnership today with the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Educationto allow Oklahoma’s 25 Keep Reading Tutor.com Partners with Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education to Deliver Scalable, On-Demand Tutoring The post Tutor.com Partners with Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Educati

Education 52

Education Industry 52

SplashLearn

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

In today’s fast-paced world, helping our kids learn and grow is more important than ever. With technology becoming an integral part of our lives, there’s a growing trend that parents and caregivers can’t ignore – the use of learning apps for kids. These apps have quickly become a trusted companion in our children’s educational journey. […] The post 15 Best Learning Apps That Make Education Fun for Kids first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

Education 52

Education Learning Trends Technology 52

American Consortium for Equity in Education

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The recognition from Tech & Learning reaffirms TouchMath’s commitment to empowering educators and students in mathematics TouchMath, a multisensory math program that makes learning crucial mathematical concepts accessible and clear for students who struggle to understand grade-level content, announces TouchMath Keep Reading TouchMath PRO and DySc Honored with Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence: 2023 Back to School Awards The post TouchMath PRO and DySc Honored with Tech & Learning

Learning 40

Learning Education Accessibility Industry 40

Speaker: Richard Goring, Director at BrightCarbon

Have you ever caught an employee sleeping during training? Compelling content is paramount, but trying to do so with the same tools you've always used is complicated, right? Wrong! Powerpoint has excellent features that, with a bit of creativity, can help you improve your presentations and keep your people engaged without going over budget. By utilizing newer components that enable interactive sequences, navigable content to respond to your audience, and pop quizzes for informal knowledge checks

Training

The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Her face solemn, Kati Preston held up a postcard-sized, black-and-white photograph, moving it slowly to face the 150 high school students spread across the lecture hall in New Hampshire. She wanted them all to see the image of her father, a handsome man in a dapper suit jacket, as she described searching for him with her mother at a train station in Hungary in 1945.

Education 142

Education Study Groups Training 142