Ask a Tech Teacher
JULY 18, 2023
As a working technology teacher, I get hundreds of questions from parents about their home computers, how to do stuff, how to solve problems. Each Tuesday, I’ll share one of those with you. They’re always brief and always focused. Enjoy! Some websites/blogs are confusing. I have to click through from one site to the next to get the information I wanted until I’m nowhere near where I started.
Waterford
JULY 18, 2023
Learn Effective Family Engagement Strategies from the Experts Check out Waterford’s on-demand webinars , including “ Driving Impactful Family Engagement with CARES ,” and learn key strategies from the experts on how to build a school environment that values families and how to advise teachers along the way. One of the best ways to promote positive learning outcomes on an individual and school-wide level is involving families in their child’s educational journey.
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Edsurge
JULY 18, 2023
Hayley Wise has had to move houses four times in the last 12 years that she’s been a home-based child care provider. Every time she’s moved, Wise’s rent has gone up. Every time she’s moved, she’s had to restart the daunting search for a sympathetic landlord who will rent to her even though she is licensed to have up to 14 young children in her care each day.
eSchool News
JULY 18, 2023
Key points: As students continue to struggle with reading, it is critical that teachers receive structured literacy training in teacher preparation programs Literacy serves as the foundation of learning, and families should be involved in this learning process See related article : How to support reluctant readers with literacy strategies After 14 years in education, I consider myself to be a good reading teacher.
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.
Edsurge
JULY 18, 2023
“Andrew” grew up in poverty, and neither of his parents went to college. “Carl” grew up in an affluent and well-educated family, with a father who rose through the ranks to become a colonel in the U.S. Army. Both of these students are Black. And their divergent histories reveal the socioeconomic diversity of Black students who study at the nation’s most selective colleges.
eSchool News
JULY 18, 2023
Key points: You don’t have to be an expert to be a tutor–you just need a willingness to learn as an adult Working with a reputable tutoring organization is essential See related article: 6 keys to effective tutoring What do directing planes to land successfully on the runway and directing students to read successfully in the classroom have in common?
EdTech Update brings together the best content for education technology professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
eSchool News
JULY 18, 2023
AMERICAN FORK, UTAH (PRWEB) — YouScience® , the leading technology provider dedicated to closing the growing skills gap between students and employers, is proud to announce that it has administered over 1 million certification exams to high school students across the U.S., during the 2022-23 academic year. With industry-recognized certifications , students can demonstrate and quantify their skills to share with future employers.
Marketplace K-12
JULY 18, 2023
In other noteworthy deals, a Mexican ed-tech company company that makes payment software for private schools raised $19 million in GSV-led round. The post K-12 Dealmaking: Kahoot Acquired by Investor Group That Includes Goldman Sachs appeared first on Market Brief.
eSchool News
JULY 18, 2023
Obviously, the past few years haven’t been easy for anybody. But the strain on school intervention specialists thrust into remote learning during group trauma has been especially great. In this conversation, Rami Tulp, assistant director of intervention for Katy ISD in Texas details some of the ways her district has catered to the needs of both students and faculty.
The Hechinger Report
JULY 18, 2023
Less than a month after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Harvard’s admissions dean announced the university’s commitment to enrolling a higher number of Black students than in the past. Soon, other Ivy League universities, such as Yale, Princeton and Columbia, increased efforts to enroll Black students, too, and the era of affirmative action was born.
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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
Hubbli
JULY 18, 2023
For private schools offering PreK-12 education, standing out in an increasingly competitive landscape can be challenging. From highlighting unique academic offerings to conveying a sense of community, ‘school marketing’ is a complex, multifaceted task. However, emerging technology such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents new opportunities to streamline, optimize, and transform traditional marketing efforts.
The Hechinger Report
JULY 18, 2023
SALEM, Ore. — Jaeci Hall completed her dissertation in tears. She was writing about the importance of revitalizing and teaching Indigenous languages, specifically the Nuu-wee-ya’ language and her tribe’s dialects. “I spent months writing,” she said, “just crying while I wrote because of how it felt to not be recognized.” This story also appeared in Oregon Public Broadcasting Hall — who graduated in 2021 with a doctorate in linguistics from the University of Oregon — is the language coordin
The Learning Revolution Has Begun
JULY 18, 2023
We're working with Loida Garcia-Febo on a regular webinar series on "Mental Health and Wellness" for Library 2.0. The topics we are considering are below, and you can vote on them by using the form HERE. As a thank you for your feedback, you'll receive a link to watch her recent paid webinar, "Mental Health and Wellness: Supporting Ourselves and Each Other" for free during the next week.
ScienceDaily (EdTech section)
JULY 18, 2023
Researchers created a new audio chatbot, Self-Talk with Superhero Zip, aimed to help children speak positively to themselves. This chatbot is 'a 'Sesame Street' experience for a smart speaker.
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.
Educational Technology and Mobile Learning
JULY 18, 2023
As an educator with many years of classroom teaching under my belt, and now as an edtech blogger, I’ve learned a thing or two about creating inviting, inspiring, and educational spaces for students. One of the most overlooked yet essential components of these spaces is the humble classroom door. More than just an entrance, a classroom door holds the potential to set the tone for the learning that happens inside.
American Consortium for Equity in Education
JULY 18, 2023
The Advisory Council, a carefully selected group of early childhood educators and experts, will empower connected learning communities to support young learners through collaboration and innovation Frog Street, an early-childhood education company whose curriculum products for learners from birth-5 are Keep Reading Frog Street Forms Advisory Council of Early Childhood Leaders The post Frog Street Forms Advisory Council of Early Childhood Leaders appeared first on Equity in Education.
techlearning
JULY 18, 2023
Being able to avoid these common mistakes can help a new edtech company survive and thrive
American Consortium for Equity in Education
JULY 18, 2023
School and district administrators can streamline and enhance workflow for school-home communications and family engagement with checklists and selected blog posts Santa Barbara, CA — July 11, 2023 — The summer break gives district and school administrators time to evaluate Keep Reading ParentSquare Releases Back-to-School Resources, Including Updated Checklist for Successful Home-School Communications The post ParentSquare Releases Back-to-School Resources, Including Updated Checklist for Succ
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.
Shake Up Learning
JULY 18, 2023
The post AI-Powered Choice Boards Mini Workshop appeared first on Shake Up Learning. So it seems that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the only thing anyone is talking about nowadays. The ways we can and will be able to use AI in the future are pretty much limitless. But I have been curious about using it to create one of my favorite student-centered activities– choice boards.
American Consortium for Equity in Education
JULY 18, 2023
The “DySc” is a first-of-its-kind comprehensive tool for early dyscalculia identification and intervention. TouchMath announces the release of DySc, the comprehensive dyscalculia screener and individualized intervention guide aligned to American Pschiatric Associations The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Keep Reading TouchMath Sets New Standard for Early Detection of Dyscalculia with Comprehensive Screener The post TouchMath Sets New Standard for Early Detection of Dyscal
techlearning
JULY 18, 2023
Get the best webcams for schools, teachers, and students
eSchool News
JULY 18, 2023
Obviously, the past few years haven’t been easy for anybody. But the strain on school intervention specialists thrust into remote learning during group trauma has been especially great. In this conversation, Rami Tulp, assistant director of intervention for Katy ISD in Texas details some of the ways her district has catered to the needs of both students and faculty.
AI-powered tools like virtual assistants and chatbots provide instant guidance and support, while data analytics offer valuable insights for educators and administrators.
American Consortium for Equity in Education
JULY 18, 2023
Conducted on behalf of LearnPlatform by Instructure, the independent study confirms regular Nearpod classroom usage satisfies Level III ESSA requirements and is connected to improved reading and math performance Nearpod, a Renaissance company and a teacher-centric, interactive instructional platform that Keep Reading Independent Study Shows Nearpod Satisfies Level III ESSA Requirements & Leads to Positive Student Outcomes The post Independent Study Shows Nearpod Satisfies Level III ESSA Req
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