Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Here’s a short list of good ESL and ELL resources. For updates, click here : Digital Storytelling for Language and Culture Learning (PDF) – National Writing Project [link] L2 Digital Storytelling MCC ESL Digital Stories Teaching English – Digital Storytelling [link] Web English Teacher – Digital Storytelling [link] ESL English Tools- -digital tools to assist learning English as a second language Resource Guide for ESL SuperProf –private ESL online tutoring The TEFL Academy –cou

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

K–12 schools are collecting and storing more data than ever, thanks in large part to an increase in educational technology. However, because of budget and expertise limitations in their IT departments, most schools are still storing data in on-premises data centers in some capacity, if not exclusively. There are many considerations when transitioning to a modern data storage solution like the cloud.

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Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

The post How Students’ Empathy for Others Motivates Them to Solve Challenges appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Ditch That Textbook

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

This post is written by Stephanie DeMichele. Stephanie helps people learn things. She brings both humor and empathy to her presentations, connecting and building relationships with her audience through storytelling and conversation. More importantly, she infuses excitement and engagement to empower and inspire educators to grow, to innovate, and to overcome their edtech fears when […] The post 5 tips for successful ChatGPT-generated lesson plans appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.

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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.

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Education Elements

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Imagine a school district as a ship navigating the vast and ever-changing ocean of education. Just as sailors rely on the North Star to navigate across uncharted waters, school districts can best stay on course with their own guiding light, an instructional framework.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Math professor Martin Weissman is rethinking how his university teaches calculus. Over the summer, the professor from the University of California at Santa Cruz, spent a week at Harvard to learn how to redesign the mathematics for life sciences courses his institution offers. Called Math 11 A and B, these classes, which students take as freshmen and sophomores, constitute a “leaky pipeline,” Weissman says.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

The pandemic has largely changed public perceptions about the appropriate use of technology for young people, argues Katie Davis, associate professor in the information school at the University of Washington. “The pandemic forced us to confront the fact that technology is absolutely essential in our lives, and especially during crises,” she says. Now, she says, discussion is shifting to questions of “When is technology good?

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Key points: States are ensuring teachers have thorough professional development as they implement lessons learned from the science of reading Using digital tools can positively impact students’ literacy achievement See related article: As we embrace the ‘science of reading,’ we can’t leave out older students While this fall marks my 38 th year in education, it has been 28 years since I was a classroom teacher.

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Marketplace K-12

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

The agency that administers the long-running National Assessment of Educational Progress is looking to bring major changes to the test through technology. The post The “Nation’s Report Card” Is Getting a Digital Upgrade. Vendors Are Being Asked to Help appeared first on Market Brief.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Key points: Increased student engagement yields better learning outcomes Edtech has a lot of potential to help boost student engagement See related article: With greater access to devices, teachers are folding more tech into instruction As a teacher, I constantly wondered how to get students more engaged in my lessons. As an administrator, this question was the guiding force of my coaching.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

“Reclaiming Authentic Social Studies for the Next Generation” A visit with Equity Award Winning Educator Micah Miner abut his article in the Summer issue of “Equity & Access” Journal of the same title Learn more about Micah here The post “Reclaiming Authentic Social Studies for the Next Generation” appeared first on Equity in Education.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Clever , the platform used by more than 75% of U.S. K-12 schools to simplify and secure digital learning, announced last month its Classroom of the Future Report 2023 , a new survey of school administrators, teachers, and edtech vendors highlighting five trends shaping classrooms of the future. According to the data, almost two-thirds of teachers (63%) reported that edtech has been key in lightening their workloads, underscoring its ongoing role in supporting teacher wellness.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Empower your students to use ChatGPT responsibly instead of cheating. If you’ve never had students cheat or plagiarize… you will. And you’ll handle it. And if you haven’t had students cheat or plagiarize using ChatGPT… you will. And you’ll handle that Keep Reading Top 10 Ethical AI Practices to Teach K-12 Students The post Top 10 Ethical AI Practices to Teach K-12 Students appeared first on Equity in Education.

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The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

NEWTON, Mass. — Shannon Vasconcelos fired up her laptop in a sterile conference room in a suburban office park, and right on schedule a mother and her daughter popped onto her screen. This story also appeared in GBH News and National Public Radio The two were in the Adirondacks on vacation, but not even that allowed them an escape from a process that had already begun to consume them: getting the daughter into college.

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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.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

BUILDING ACCESSIBLE AND INCLUSIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SCHOOLS.Te Thebeau is VP of Product Exeperience at Xello, the K-12 online program that engages every student in building the skills, knowledge, and plans for future success — regardless of background, ability, or Keep Reading BUILDING ACCESSIBLE AND INCLUSIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SCHOOLS The post BUILDING ACCESSIBLE AND INCLUSIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SCHOOLS appeared first on Equity in Education.

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The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

It’s difficult to overstate how vital teachers, a key factor in student success, are to post-pandemic academic and social-emotional recovery. It’s troubling then, to be faced with signs of a teaching profession in decline — with alarming teacher shortages , fewer college students choosing to become teachers and many current teachers not recommending that others enter the profession.

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Hubbli

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

When it comes to the day-to-day workings of a PreK-12 school, efficiency is key. Effective school administration and school management are crucial to ensuring that schools run smoothly. One significant way to enhance efficiency is through the automation of administrative tasks. Why Automation Matters in School Management Manual tasks like record-keeping, scheduling, and even communication can take up a substantial amount of time.

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techlearning

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Data science education and literacy are critical for students to learn, especially with the ever-growing focus on digital data

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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.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Discovery Education and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) today announced a new virtual experience – An Ounce of Prevention Virtual Field Trip – empowering students in grades 9-12 to make healthy decisions and become advocates for prevention in their communities. Keep Reading Drug Enforcement Administration & Discovery Education Present a New Virtual Field Trip Empowering Students to Address Substance Misuse The post Drug Enforcement Administration & Discovery Education Present

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Shake Up Learning

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

The post 15 Plug-and-Play Lesson Plans from Google – SULS0198 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this episode, I’m sharing 15 Plug-and-Play Lesson Plans from Google’s Applied Digital Skills program. These are perfect for Back-to-School or ANYTIME of year! And Google has improved the integration of these lessons with Google Classroom so it’s even EASIER now to assign these to students.

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Edthena

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Our hot tip for efficiently capturing classroom instruction? A hot mic. A wireless classroom microphone, that is. When recording classroom teaching, of course the video component is important. However, capturing crisp teacher and student audio is also integral for later instructional analysis and reflection. Luckily, wireless classroom microphones are easy to find and low-cost to purchase for teachers or professional development and school leaders reviewing teaching videos.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Budhai, interim assistant superintendent at Peekskill City School District in New York, will serve on the ALAS board as State Affiliate At Large The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) has appointed Eudes S. Budhai to its board of Keep Reading Eudes S. Budhai Named to the Board of the Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) The post Eudes S.

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

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MindSpark

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

by Rose Gaylen How are your students preparing for a modern workforce? What effective communication skills are they developing, which industry standard productivity tools are they using? How are they collaborating so that they can succeed in the future? As an educator, how can you answer these questions? Preparing students to join a modern workforce remains a key point of contention for many educators.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Complete multi-functional smart warehouse solution allows students to practice what they learn and earn certification The surge in digital commerce has spurred companies to invest heavily in automated logistics processes to enhance their supply chains. As a result, businesses now Keep Reading Intelitek’s New SmartLogistics Learning Solution Educates Students on Automated Industrial Supply Chain The post Intelitek’s New SmartLogistics Learning Solution Educates Students on Automated Industrial Su

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

ChatGPT is the hero of the generative AI revolution, and it has also emerged as one of the most … 100+ Most Useful ChatGPT Prompts for Course Creators Read More →

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Partnership Provides Unlimited 24/7 Academic Support for Learners in Grades 3 Through 12 Tutor.com, one of the world’s largest and most innovative online tutoring organizations, announced today that it has been selected by the South Orange & Maplewood School District to provide Keep Reading Round-the-Clock Online Tutoring for South Orange & Maplewood Students The post Round-the-Clock Online Tutoring for South Orange & Maplewood Students appeared first on Equity in Education.

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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

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MiddleWeb

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Patty McGee invites teachers to infuse some "Harry Styles magic" into social-emotional learning. In countless ways, Styles' lyrics can be surprisingly fun and effective to build emotional IQ, acting as springboards for exploring and learning about our emotional landscape. The post Add “Harry Styles magic” to Your Students’ SEL first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Hansen's Link to Tech

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Within the following video you will learn what are Google Workspace Smart Chips and how to use the timer, voting, and stopwatch chips in an educational setting.

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EdTechTeacher

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Guest Post by Tom Mullaney. Tom infuses professional development with creativity, collaboration, and fun based on his experience as a Special Education and Social Studies teacher. FigJam is a collaborative whiteboard that students and teachers can use to brainstorm, ideate, and collaborate. From simple drawings to sticky notes and comments, FigJam is a fun and engaging way to engage students in the classroom.

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