Catlin Tucker

JULY 24, 2020

Teachers know there will be times when they will need to lean on videos to allow students to access information asynchronously. Teachers can present students with an unfamiliar problem or prompt to pique their interest, ask them to generate questions about a topic, or assess their prior knowledge. Google Forms Kahoot!

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Learning Video Strategy Google 546

A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

One way it can be used to transform teaching and learning is by providing students with access to a wealth of information, including multimedia resources, educational apps, and online databases. Finally, technology can be harnessed to transform teaching and learning by enhancing assessment and feedback.

Technology 536

Technology Learning Assessment Data 536

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 11, 2020

Outline of Conversation (Direct Links) 0:31 Introductions 4:24 What teachers are saying during the coronavirus stay-home orders 8:38 Emotional Stress, Kids, and Self-Care 10:32 How children respond to trauma 13:35 The problem with being too rigid 13:55 What makes effective distance learning 18:10 Consistent layout in online learning 18:54 Don’t (..)

Online Learning 545

Online Learning Learning Elementary Course 545

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Begin class with a review activity, writing prompt, feedback form, quick quiz, or formative assessment. Present-Pause-Discuss. The students’ working memory can only process a small amount of information at a time, so it is more effective to keep the presentation of new information focused. Welcome Task or Bell Ringer.

Classroom 546

Classroom Blended Learning Groups Strategy 546

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 10, 2021

Students have more control over the way information is presented in a video. Instead, students have a repository of on-demand videos they can access any time from anywhere. Screencastify allows you to insert multiple-choice questions to check for understanding and collective formative assessment.

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Strategy UDL Blended Learning Video 545

A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

They have utilized me as a keynoter, coach (leadership and teaching), and workshop presenter. Both the math and reading sessions focused on how edtech could be used during independent work, formative assessment, and pedagogically-sound blended learning. Below you will see the specific tools I provided during each session.

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EdTech Tools Khan Academy Educreations 539

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

The pandemic is presenting new barriers to student engagement, most obviously the lack of physical proximity. Remember that students cannot see your screen when they go into breakout rooms, so post instructions and directions online where students can access them. Encourage self-assessment. for a unit or text.

Student Engagement 546

Student Engagement Learning Blended Learning Google 546

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Instead of spending precious class time transferring information live for the whole group in the form of a lecture or mini-lesson, which presents myriad barriers (e.g., We want them to think about the concepts, processes, phenomena, issues, or skills presented in the video. We do not want them to slip into a passive, consumptive role.

Flipped Classroom 481

Flipped Classroom Classroom Blended Learning Video 481

Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Our decisions need to focus on helping students by designing assessments and ways to show what they have learned while also promoting voice and choice in learning. Which tools assist us by providing access to real-time feedback? Game-based assessments. Read more: Assessing with multiple choices instead of multiple-choice.

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EdTech Learning Game-Based Learning Assessment 544

Neo LMS

MARCH 15, 2022

For this to happen, teachers can opt for a mix of game-based learning tools, conducting a quick assessment or social and emotional learning (SE)L check-in, or asking students to create and share what they have learned in a way that meets their interests. Buncee is a multimedia presentation tool that fuels creativity.

Student Engagement 530

Student Engagement Tools Game-Based Learning Gamification 530

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

The goal of UDL is to design “barrier-free, instructionally rich learning environments and lessons that provide access to all students” (Nelson, 2). These routines shift students from a passive role in receiving learning objectives, academic goals, and assessment scores to generating their own. Engagement.

Blended Learning 546

Blended Learning UDL Learning Assessment 546

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 23, 2024

While experts acknowledge risks such as bias and access disparities, they foresee AI-driven assessments reshaping education by tailoring tests to individual needs and promoting deeper learning. Full Story: The Hechinger Report (4/11) –Image credit Deposit Photo Copyright ©2024 askatechteacher.com – All rights reserved.

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Digital Divide Digital Citizenship Trends Outcomes 401

Neo LMS

AUGUST 19, 2021

A solution comes from rubrics, which are benchmarks used in grading to help assess students’ learning. Teachers can access templates that work across the curriculum, various subjects, and learning activities. Rubrics can be used to evaluate various performance-based assignments, such as oral presentations, essays, or projects.

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Tools E-rate LMS Analysis 413

Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

We discussed strategies for collecting formative assessment data to ensure we knew what support students needed from us as they worked. Sometimes projects were presented in front of a panel of experts, parents, and peers. Other times we hosted an exhibition and invited community members. interdisciplinaryproject.

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Strategy Assessment Student Engagement Data 523

A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

It seems like every day presents a new challenge or adventure, depending on how you view the current landscape. It can become the hub for all lessons, videos, activities, assessments, and student work. Students and families win as they have on-demand access to resources.

LMS 539

LMS Schoology Education Conference 539

Neo LMS

JUNE 3, 2021

As teachers, we need to be able to check in with students to see how they are doing, first and foremost, and to assess their progress in our class. How do I assess students ? Should all students take a digital assessment, or should I provide a paper assessment for students in the classroom?

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How To Assessment Video Social Media 470

A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 2, 2023

Abolishing the routine of announced observations, having teachers provide artifacts of evidence to show the bigger picture since you can never see all that is done in a single observation, and prioritizing the collection assessments over lesson plans can also be effective.

Personal Learning Network 542

Personal Learning Network Strategy Conference Assessment 542

A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Accessible facilities, ongoing professional development, and family involvement are vital components. Regular assessment, flexibility, and a culture of respect for diversity contribute to successful inclusion, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to thrive. Change typically only occurs with effective leadership.

Classroom 475

Classroom UDL Differentiated Instruction Adaptive Learning 475

Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 16, 2017

For more ideas on flipping instruction with video, check out my presentation, Flipping Instruction for Struggling Students. Edpuzzle and PlayPosit are two of the most popular educational tools for creating video quizzes and assessments. Both offer free versions for instructors with features for quick grading and assessment.

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Video Tools Assessment Digital Learning 385

Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

However, there are many tools that are out there that can be helpful, especially if the teacher and students have access to technology. Pre-tests are quick ways to assess ability levels. Once the content has been selected, the next decision the educator needs to make is how to proceed with presenting that content to the class.

EdTech 485

EdTech Tools Khan Academy Microsoft 485

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 21, 2024

KidzType also has a link where students can access a wide variety of keyboarding games to mix in with the tests. Though all typing is timed, students can use the lists to drill keyboarding skills, paying attention to the timer only for assessment purposes. With KidzType, students have easy access to all of these.

Digital Citizenship 386

Digital Citizenship Assessment Training Accessibility 386

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 11, 2019

Teachers are concerned about: Sending video content home with students who may not have access to the internet or a device. This helped me to address my concerns around access, coming to class prepared, and burdening students with homework. Create a Google Slide Presentation. Flipping in Class. Record a Screencast.

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Flipped Classroom Classroom Schoology Video 420

A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 26, 2020

If digital access is a challenge, check out these practical ideas that can be implemented without any tech. Use a URL shortener to make links easily accessible in a slide presentation or push out using a Learning Management System (i.e., Please note that these are only suggestions. Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology).

Khan Academy 545

Khan Academy Learning Blended Learning Schoology 545

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 14, 2020

I’d like to propose using a creative strategy to free the teacher from needing to be “on” presenting information or orchestrating the lesson. The third slide presents questions for students to consider and asks them to select a strategy to think about and process what they learned.

Learning 546

Learning Strategy Conference Secondary 546

A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 15, 2020

Their influence can be seen and heard in my writing, presentations, workshops, and work with other schools. Create a scaffolded formative assessment for all students to complete once they are finished (3 questions or more that increase in difficulty). For more edtech tools, click HERE to access a resource curated by Tom Murray.

Strategy 431

Strategy Blended Learning Classroom Schoology 431

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 15, 2024

“The content presented in this blog is the result of my creative imagination and not intended for use, reproduction, or incorporation into any artificial intelligence training or machine learning systems without prior written consent from the author.” ” Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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Resources Classroom iPad iPhone 400

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Bell Ringer Retrieval practice Review activities Spiral review Spark Activity Encourage inquiry Pique interest in a topic Present a creative writing prompt Goal Setting Set an academic, personal, or behavioral goal for the week Reflect on the actions/behaviors needed to reach that goal Feedback Form Ask students to provide feedback.

Classroom 546

Classroom Differentiated Instruction Groups Assessment 546

EdTech Magazine

JUNE 26, 2019

Google Classroom Tools Let Educators Access PD Anywhere. We decided on four applications and we were going to present them using the Google Classroom platform,” Corney-McGee said. MORE FROM EDTECH: See how blended learning tools such as Microsoft Teams and Google Classroom can help improve student engagement.

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Google Assessment Course EdTech 418

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 20, 2021

Monica has presented to teachers, administrators and tech enthusiasts at numerous national and international conferences including SXSWedu, ISTE, and EduTECH. Monica visits schools across the country to work with PreK-20 teachers to make technology integration exciting and accessible. Monica Burns. ClassTechTips.com.

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Conference Twitter Assessment Technology 426

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Presentation boards encourage student collaboration and sharing. Creative Teaching Tools: Utilizing platforms like Smore helps educators design visually appealing and informative materials that enhance communication with students and parents, making learning more accessible. Blogging fosters communication and feedback among classmates.

Video 365

Video BYOD Gamification Digital Citizenship 365

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 23, 2024

When Microsoft Publisher came out a lifetime ago, it was the first major desktop publishing effort to blend layout, colors, and multimedia that was accessible to everyone. Brochures Trifold brochures are popular for assessing learning on any inquiry topic that expects students to acquire and share knowledge. Click to view slideshow.

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Classroom Microsoft Digital Citizenship eBook 347

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 21, 2024

Online learning offers unmatched flexibility and accessibility, enabling both students and educators to manage their schedules effectively and break down geographical barriers. Online learning offers flexibility and accessibility that traditional classrooms were never capable of. Online learning breaks down geographical barriers.

Online Learning 374

Online Learning Strategy Education Learning 374

Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 6, 2020

If teachers want to start the day with a quick check-in, I recommend presenting a question for pairs to discuss in a two-minute talk format. Instead of a silent practice followed by a teacher-led review of the answers, I’d love to see teachers start the day with a quick goal setting or self-assessment activity.

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Strategy Groups Blended Learning Video 517

Catlin Tucker

MAY 13, 2024

Leveraging Media Strategically When I work with teachers, I encourage them to use media to offload some of the explanations and information they present live from the front of the room. Video or Podcast: Make predictions about the key messages or arguments that the video or podcast might present.

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Strategy Video Data Groups 416

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Understanding Our Students’ Needs When I work with teachers to design learning experiences that strive to meet students where they are in their individual learning journeys, the first item on the agenda is pre-assessments. Before diving into the unit, he administers a pre-assessment to his diverse class of 30 students.

Differentiated Instruction 480

Differentiated Instruction Learning Assessment Groups 480

Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Next, consider conducting assessments to pinpoint areas where technology could make the most impact. By incorporating tools designed to support their unique challenges, you empower them to access learning more independently and effectively. Use assessment tools to gather data on their learning styles.

Technology 360

Technology Assistive Technology Collaborative Learning Software 360

Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 3, 2024

It’s always perfect for formative assessments, making learning fun and interactive, and boasts these features: Customizable tests and quizzes Real-time feedback Fun, competitive learning environment all the time Canva One app that could help people with graphic design is Canva.

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Tools Education Microsoft Edmodo 353