Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 27, 2023

Streamlining teacher work means finding (more) efficient ways to manage tasks, improve productivity, and enhance the teaching experience. Here are strategies to achieve this from the Ask a Tech Teacher crew: 5 Ways for Teachers to Streamline Their Workload It’s not easy being a teacher considering the amount of work you deal with every day. On the surface, you prepare lesson plans and determine the series of activities you will give for your next class.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 27, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Artificial intelligence is the top conversation among educators everywhere. It was truly a thrill for me, as a classroom teacher, for Lydia Smyers, the Vice President of US Education for Microsoft, to sit down with me at ISTE. As educators, we're at the forefront of this exciting (and scary) change with unprecedented learning opportunities (and threats.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 27, 2023

Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel recently announced a proposal for a three-year, $200 million pilot program to fund cybersecurity technologies in K–12 schools and public libraries. The announcement comes in the wake of a push for the FCC to include cybersecurity upgrades in E-rate funding. If adopted, the program would exist separately from E-rate so as not to “come at a cost of undermining E-rate’s success in promoting digital equity,” Rosenworcel said in a press

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Edsurge

JULY 27, 2023

Since the release of ChatGPT a little more than six months ago, students have quickly figured out how to get the free AI chatbot to do their homework for them. That has sparked a burst of activity by teachers at schools and colleges to change their assignments to make them harder to game with this new tech — and hopefully more human in the process. But pulling off these “assignment makeovers,” as some instructors are calling them, turns out to be challenging, and what works differs significantly

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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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eSchool News

JULY 27, 2023

Key points: It’s time to welcome ChatGPT into classrooms–and embrace the opportunities that come with it Using the AI tool in writing instruction can help students develop critical digital literacy skills See related article: 4 ways to use ChatGPT for learning and creativity When ChatGPT appeared in November 2022, most educators felt it could become a threat and change the whole niche forever.

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Edsurge

JULY 27, 2023

Destinee Hodges decided last year that she was ready to open her own business. The Las Vegas resident has worked in child care since moving her family to Nevada seven years ago. She earned promotions with ease, eventually landing a job as a child care center director. This story also appeared in The 19th. But Hodges found, over the years, that she could not make a living in that role.

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eSchool News

JULY 27, 2023

Key points: Gamification can help engage students when they might otherwise lose motivation Engaged students are 2.5 times more likely to say that they get excellent grades and do well in school See related article: MDM solutions and gamification make perfect interactive learning partners In the past decade, students have been inundated with more and more distractions.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

JULY 27, 2023

A conversation with the author of “CRUSHED”,, HOW STUDENT DEBT HAS IMPAIRED A GENERATION AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT…Professor Dr David Linton from University of Texas McComb and USC’s Marshall School of Business. This will wake you up. The post A CONVERSATION ABOUT STUDENT DEBT WITH THE AUTHOR OF “CRUSHED”, DR DAVID LINTON appeared first on Equity in Education.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JULY 27, 2023

Get to Know You Questions for Kids is the topic of our post today! As an educator, I’ve always believed in the power of connection. It’s the foundation for a fruitful learning journey, where each child feels seen, heard, and understood. That’s why as we embark on another exciting school year, I wanted to share a special resource to kick-start the conversation in your classrooms and homes.

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The Hechinger Report

JULY 27, 2023

Editor’s note: This story led off this week’s Early Childhood newsletter, which is delivered free to subscribers’ inboxes every other Wednesday with trends and top stories about early learning. Email Address Choose from our newsletters Weekly Update Future of Learning Higher Education Early Childhood Proof Points Leave this field empty if you’re human: Is screen time for preschoolers as bad as we think?

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techlearning

JULY 27, 2023

Quill is a digital tool designed to help students with reading, writing and comprehension.

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eSchool News

JULY 27, 2023

Breaking news out of day two at Instructure ‘s professional learning event for educators and edtech users in Denver. The company announced a partnership with Khan Academy to integrate Khanmigo, Khan’s AI-powered student tutor and teaching assistantCanvas, into Canvas, the market-leading learning management system. We caught Instructure CEO Steve Daly just after the announcement to provide some context and provide a timeline for when Canvas will be updated with Khanmigo.

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Discovery Education

JULY 27, 2023

We all know professional learning helps teachers learn about changes in the profession and how to better serve their students. But, it can also be viewed as extra work (and a time suck) if it the presentation isn’t engaging and the information isn’t relevant for teachers. As schools work to find high-quality educators, creating dynamic […] The post Planning a Dynamic Professional Learning Session appeared first on Discovery Education Blog.

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Hubbli

JULY 27, 2023

Introduction: Summer break presents a prime opportunity for private schools to revamp their marketing strategies and attract new students. With families actively researching educational options during this period, it’s crucial for schools to optimize their outreach efforts to stand out from the competition. In this article, we will explore some effective marketing strategies that private schools can employ over the summer to enhance their enrollment numbers, focusing on the keyword ‘

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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

JULY 27, 2023

Early learners in kindergarten and first grade across Minnesota’s Grand Rapids ISD 318 (District 318) will return to their classrooms this Fall with new resources from worldwide edtech leader Discovery Education in their digital backpacks. Thanks to a new multiyear partnership with Discovery Keep Reading Early Learners Across Minnesota School District Set to Return to the Classroom this Fall with New Resources in Their Digital Backpacks The post Early Learners Across Minnesota School District Se

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SplashLearn

JULY 27, 2023

Teachers know that every child is different and so are their learning needs. While some children may understand the concepts in no time, a few may take all the time in the world to get the same. If you are also looking for appropriate classroom management tools to cater to the learning needs of a […] The post 10 Best Essential Classroom Management Tools for Teachers first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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eSchool News

JULY 27, 2023

NORTH BILLERICA, Mass. — The Texas Education Agency (TEA) recently named Curriculum Associates’ i-Ready Assessment to its Commissioner’s List of Approved Grade 7 Reading Instruments. Starting this coming school year, districts and open-enrollment charter schools can now use the online program to assess all students whose performance on the Grade 6 STAAR Reading assessment did not demonstrate reading proficiency.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

JULY 27, 2023

Students might see reading as something to do at school rather than an opportunity to be entertained, learn, or be exposed to new ideas. The post 12 Reasons Students Don’t Read & What You Can Do About It appeared first on TeachThought.

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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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MiddleWeb

JULY 27, 2023

Katelyn Oellerich’s well-researched 9-week program for school-based mental health professionals can also benefit all educators with its CBT and mindfulness case studies, definitions, methods and strategies to help manage student anxiety, writes NBCT Kathleen Palmieri. The post Manage Student Anxiety with CBT & Mindfulness first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Sell Courses Online

JULY 27, 2023

New Zenler is an all-in-one platform that allows you to build, market, and sell your courses.

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MiddleWeb

JULY 27, 2023

In Teaching and Supporting English Learners Eugenia Mora Flores and Stephanie Dewing combine research, practical application, and anticipatory guidance to create an immediately useful guide to inclusive learning environments that foster a sense of belonging for newcomers. The post Here’s How to Welcome and Engage Newcomers first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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