User Generated Education

JULY 15, 2023

I had the opportunity to present AI Tools in the Gifted Education Classroom at the UCONN national gifted conference, Confratute 2023. My session description (originally written by me and tweaked by ChatGPT) was: Incorporating AI tools into the gifted education classroom can offer new and exciting opportunities for both teachers and students. By embracing these tools and learning how to use them effectively, we can prepare our students for the future and stay ahead of the curve.

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Classroom Conference Education Tools 159

MiddleWeb

JULY 15, 2023

Poetry “pauses” can become the heart and soul of English class AND address almost any reading and writing standard. Teacher-author Brett Vogelsinger shares three examples – poems that can help students extend their understanding of structure, character and personal narrative. The post Using Poetry Pauses to Elevate Student Writing first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Examples 96

The Hechinger Report

JULY 15, 2023

The skirmish last fall began on a Montgomery County, Maryland, school bus. This story also appeared in The Washington Post Someone—no one is exactly sure who—tossed a water bottle from the back of the bus, smacking a sixth grader sitting near the front. The next day, the water victim retaliated by throwing a container of milk to the back, dousing a seventh grader.

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Policies Elementary Report Education 85

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JULY 15, 2023

I’m excited to be sharing this post with you, especially if you’re gearing up for another fantastic school year. From my years in the classroom, I’ve learned that the first day is more than just a day; it’s the starting point of a year-long journey of discovery, learning, and growth. Therefore, the activities and tone set on this day can significantly influence the rest of the school year.

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Digital Citizenship Classroom Education Learning 70

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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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JULY 15, 2023

As a seasoned educator with many years spent in the classroom and now an edtech blogger, I understand the anticipation, excitement, and, yes, even the slight nervousness that comes with the first day of school. The first day sets the tone for the entire academic year, and it’s the perfect opportunity to establish a vibrant, welcoming, and collaborative learning environment.

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Classroom EdTech Groups Elementary 56