eSchool News

APRIL 12, 2023

The world is changing rapidly, with new technology being developed daily and jobs being replaced by automated machines and artificial intelligence (AI). These changes have brought about tremendous opportunities for those who can take advantage of them. However, these changes could spell disaster for those who are not prepared for the future. This is why it is so important that schools and educators take the necessary steps to ensure that our students are prepared for the future.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 12, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Today I showed seventh graders Chat GPT-4. We are writing ebooks, and the original topic of conversation was how we could use AI to be more creative. But when I realized that many didn't know anything about this tool, we took a trip into my GPT-4 account since they are not old enough to get their own account.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 12, 2023

As if the worsening threat landscape weren’t bad enough, K–12 districts also face higher costs related to cybersecurity with the continued rise of ransomware demands, the financial impact of breaches and cyber insurance premiums. To help, the Consortium for School Networking submitted a petition to the Federal Communications Commission in 2021 asking it to expand E-rate funding to cover cybersecurity solutions.

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Digital Promise

APRIL 12, 2023

The post Announcing the 2023 Ciena Solutions Challenge Sustainability Awards appeared first on Digital Promise.

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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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Edsurge

APRIL 12, 2023

In an education landscape awash in technology, what impact could something as analog as a coloring book make? Especially for youngsters diving headlong into computer programming with an organization like Black Girls Code. The “Black Girls Code the Future” coloring book was created by Nia Asemota, a New York University student and mentor with the nonprofit Black Girls Code.

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Waterford

APRIL 12, 2023

Time and time again, studies show that students who learn to love reading are more likely to develop strong reading skills—not the other way around. Libraries can be powerful tools—in your classroom, school, and community—to encourage a love of reading and engage students in learning. Read on to learn about the benefits of classroom libraries and how to build and organize your own.

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Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler

APRIL 12, 2023

TurboTax and EVERFI have partnered to create a free online financial literacy course for high school students. The course includes an Intuit TurboTax Simulation that teaches students how to file taxes. By incorporating this program into the curriculum, teachers can help students develop critical thinking skills, break the cycle of poverty, and promote financial well-being.

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The Hechinger Report

APRIL 12, 2023

When the debate over teaching race-related concepts in public schools reached Kimberly Tilsen-Brave Heart’s home state of South Dakota, she decided she couldn’t in good conscience send her youngest daughter to kindergarten at a local public school. This story also appeared in The Nation “I knew that the public school system would not benefit my child without the important and critical history and culture of Indigenous people being taught,” said Tilsen-Brave Heart, a member of the Oglala Lakota N

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Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler

APRIL 12, 2023

As a teacher, you might find yourself creating documents for your students, colleagues, or parents. Sometimes you want to add a little extra flair to your documents, and one way to do that is by adding a horizontal line to separate sections or emphasize important information. The good news is that you don't need to go searching for an external tool to do this – Google Docs has a built-in way to create a horizontal line using the @ symbol.

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eSchool News

APRIL 12, 2023

Before the pandemic, the trend for more personalized, learner-centric experiences in education already existed—the resulting lockdowns merely accelerated digital transformation, which continues to gain momentum across industries. Dubbed the “ Fourth Industrial Revolution ,” our entire world is rapidly digitizing, which means jobs—and the knowledge and skills they require—are changing faster than ever.

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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

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TeachThought - Learn better.

APRIL 12, 2023

What are the best teaching and learning apps? Here are the results, a subjective list of 50 of the best teaching and learning apps for 2016. The post 12 Of The Best Teaching Apps appeared first on TeachThought.

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eSchool News

APRIL 12, 2023

As school districts emerge from the worst of COVID-19, they’re bringing with them new priorities. Many of the changes that districts have made during the pandemic, such as giving employees the flexibility to work remotely, will be carried forward. Other processes are being reevaluated to serve the needs of students and other stakeholders more effectively.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

APRIL 12, 2023

FOCUSING ON EQUITY TO CLOSE THE ACHIEVEMENT GAP: A VISIT WITH LISA O’MASTA OF LEARNING A-Z. We’ll discuss the impact of good reading instruction, proper use of technology and some great methods for equitable learning. The post FOCUSING ON EQUITY TO CLOSE THE ACHIEVEMENT GAP appeared first on Equity in Education.

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eSchool News

APRIL 12, 2023

Charlotte, NC — New Mexico’s Middle College High School, a public charter school within Gallup-McKinley County Public School District, today announced it has selected Discovery Education’s innovative digital resources to support student science explorations. In this new collaboration, Discovery Education’s Pivot Interactives will help students in the school’s high school physics class more deeply engage with phenomena and other scientific concepts as they develop their understanding of the disci

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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

APRIL 12, 2023

EQUITY AND THE IMPACT OF SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY , A VISIT WITH E-THERAPY, company founder , returning guest and great friend Diana Parafiniuk is joined by E Therapy’s Director of Mental Health Operations , Megan Magee. The post EQUITY AND THE IMPACT OF SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY appeared first on Equity in Education.

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MiddleWeb

APRIL 12, 2023

To avoid having movies and parties consume valuable learning time during the last weeks of school, teacher educator Curtis Chandler suggests ways to celebrate and solidify knowledge gained during the year. Tips for new teachers and veterans, including a list from ChatGPT-4. The post Don’t Waste the Precious Weeks at School’s End first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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The Cornerstone for Teachers

APRIL 12, 2023

“That’s it, Ms. Brinkmeyer? This is all we have to do?” One of my proudest teaching moments happened the day I helped three students simultaneously write their own short stories. They’d been referred to me for academic support. The rest of their class was done writing, but these three still had blank pages. This is a common issue, but it is not one I saw much of when I taught general education — I was really good at stacking layers of swiss cheese, as Angela says.

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techlearning

APRIL 12, 2023

Schools and districts are increasingly hiring wellness coordinators to proactively support staff and student wellbeing

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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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Shake Up Learning

APRIL 12, 2023

The post Google’s Bard vs. Chat GPT (head-to-head) appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this video, I do a quick head-to-head comparison of results from using the same prompt in Google’s Bard AI vs. Chat GPT. Who will win? (Watch the video below.) As soon as I got access to test out Google’s Bard, the AI chatbot, I knew I needed to share it with Shake Up Learning readers.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

APRIL 12, 2023

We've just posted a new Dr. Albrecht podcast in our " Library Service, Safety, & Security " section of Library 2.0 : " Sexual Behaviors and Sex Crimes In the Library." Here's to hoping you or your library has never had to experience this collection of sexual behaviors or sex crimes that can occur in public places. We need to be vigilant, use our intuition as to what doesn't look right, and get support from our security devices and policies to create a safe environment for all patrons.

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techlearning

APRIL 12, 2023

The best 3D printers for schools can help transform a classroom -- and minds too.

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Sell Courses Online

APRIL 12, 2023

Creating a coaching schedule is crucial for your coaching program.

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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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Hubbli

APRIL 12, 2023

As an educator or school administrator, you know that building strong parent-teacher relationships is critical for creating a successful learning environment. Effective communication and collaboration between parents and teachers can help students stay engaged, feel supported, and perform better academically. Schedule regular check-ins Setting up regular check-ins with parents, whether in-person or virtually, is a great way to keep them involved in their child’s education.

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techlearning

APRIL 12, 2023

This Powtoon lesson plan can be used to implement the tool into your instruction

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