Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

A lot of teacher-authors read both my education blog (this one–Ask a Tech Teacher) and my writer’s blog (WordDreams). My column is: What’s happening in the literary world? ” I don’t know if it’ll stop them, but it might make them pause or move on to easier webpages. Let’s talk!

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JANUARY 13, 2025

Geographic Reach : Students from urban, suburban, and rural areas are enrolling in virtual high schools, with significant growth in rural areas where access to advanced courses may be limited. Access and Equity : Ensuring all students have equal access to technology and high-speed internet is a significant concern.

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OCTOBER 17, 2024

Discuss why they use a password to access the computer. She is an adjunct professor in tech ed, Master Teacher, webmaster for four blogs, freelance journalist on tech ed topics, Amazon Vine Voice, contributor to NEA Today , and author of the tech thrillers, To Hunt a Sub and Twenty-four Days. _Bring up a website.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 1, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Dr. Lydia Gonzalez, author of “Bad at Math: Dismantling Harmful Beliefs That Hinder Equitable Mathematics Education,” talks about the societal norms that make it acceptable to be “bad at math” and how these beliefs can be detrimental to learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 4, 2025

Students can use Google Earth to take a virtual tour of a zoo or a blog to collaborate on class research. This used to mean limiting access to the internet, blocking websites, and layering rules upon rules hoping (vainly) students would be discouraged from using an infinite and fascinating resource. It didnt work.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 16, 2024

This article originally appeared on CoSN’s blog and is reposted here with permission. This rapid adoption brings significant risks, particularly regarding data privacy and accessibility. This blog post will explore expert recommendations for selecting GenAI tools, helping districts navigate these challenges effectively.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Geography Awareness Week is supported by access to materials and resources for teachers, parents, community activists, and all geographically minded global citizens. Copyright ©2024 askatechteacher.com – All rights reserved. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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OCTOBER 14, 2024

Rights and Responsibilities : Understanding that with the right to access the internet comes the responsibility to act ethically is vital. Key Insights Foundation of Digital Citizenship : Teaching digital citizenship establishes a framework for students to navigate the online world safely and responsibly.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Their code can be copied into most blogs, wikis, and websites or used from the Wolfram-Alpha site. Here’s how to create a widget Access the Gallery (use this link ) and search the available widgets; select one like these related to the holiday (you may have to query ‘holiday’) or another of your choice.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 2, 2025

Recently, on my podcast Unpacking the Backpack , I discussed this topic in detail after revisiting a blog post I wrote in 2021. Listen on Spotify or wherever you access your favorite podcasts. You can also read the blog post HERE. Below are some expanded thoughts on the topic.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 27, 2025

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In todays world, algorithms dictate much of what we see online. Human-Curated Content: Tips for creating and managing your own professional learning hub to access diverse, relevant resources.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 12, 2021

Acceleration Research with Dr. Douglas Fisher From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Request free access today at teach.tract.app with the access code COOLCATTEACHER. Blog: www.fisherandfrey.com. Acceleration research can teach us how to accelerate learning. Twitter: @DFISHERSDSU.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

In my last blog, I focused on the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principle of engagement. In this post, I want to explore the principle of representation, which is focused on providing students with access to multiple ways of experiencing or receiving information. Click here to access instructions.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter I've been working on a big project and am very busy, but I have been studying the changes in Windows 11 Copilot, released on Tuesday, September 26, and wanted to share them with you. See Windows Insider Blog.] Pretty cool.

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JANUARY 27, 2025

Access to Resources : Use books, audiovisual materials, and worksheets provided by the academy to learn intensively. Spend at least 15-30 minutes of your day reviewing flashcards during your downtime, reading a short blog or article in the language, or recording yourself speaking and listening to it.

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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.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 20, 2024

In fact,because parents feel you are more accessible, always willing to discuss their child, they become less demanding. This might mean it falls during my prep time or I have to come in or leave on a flex schedule. I might even arrange virtual meetings. Talking to colleagues who do this, surprisingly it doesn’t make their day endless.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 27, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Does Grammarly use AI? I've tested it inside a blog post, email, and inside Grammarly itself. Just remember that the limitations we've discussed with ChatGPT are also in GrammarlyGO; namely, the data it accesses is older. It does now! What's next?

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 24, 2025

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, teacher retention and customized learning are at the forefront of discussions among educators and administrators.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

In my last blog, I focused on the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principle of representation. I highlighted some of the affordances available online that can help students to manipulate digital information to make it more accessible. In this post, I want to explore the third, and final, UDL principle of action and expression.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In Part 1 of “ Why Every School Needs and AI Policy Right Now ,” I shared the empirical evidence about Artificial Intelligence and how it is impacting our world and schools. Generative AI Use Case #1: AI is built into social media.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Notification Center Gesture : Swipe down from the top edge of the screen (except the top-right corner) to access Notification Center, where you can view and manage notifications. Split View Gesture : While in an app, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to open the Dock. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 19, 2024

No longer bound by geography, students can access diverse resources and personalized support while parents can stay connected with teachers effortlessly. Students can gain access to diverse materials, making learning more interactive. With digital access, learning is no longer confined to textbooks and classroom materials.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Which tools assist us by providing access to real-time feedback? In addition to the traditional homework assignments, projects, and tests that we use to determine where students are in the learning process, we have access to more tools and methods than ever before. Blogging has been effective in my Spanish classes for years.

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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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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 5, 2021

For more information on grouping strategies, check out this blog. Post separate assignments for each online station, so students can access all of the resources and digital documents they need to complete the assignments. Put your students in predetermined groups or let them choose their groups to see who they want to work with.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Blogging fosters communication and feedback among classmates. 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. Presentation boards encourage student collaboration and sharing.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. These digital resources are free to K-12 schools, so every teacher has access to them, no matter your classroom setting. Financial literacy is a must-teach topic for students, a topic Kailen Stover has been teaching for years. Money matters.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 7, 2020

To create mixed groups of students–some of whom are in the classroom and others who are online–every student would need access to a device and each group would need access to a virtual room where they can engage in conversation and collaborate. Teachers in a concurrent classroom may want to consider the following grouping strategies.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

In-class, students have easy access to the teacher and each other. learning objectives, directions, links, and resources) so that all parts of the lesson are easily accessible by students both in class and online. For more detail on this three-part approach to designing a flipped lesson, you can read this blog. ” bit.ly/getyourcopySRM.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 26, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. In this blog post, I’ll share my review of TARA, the Teacher HQ for Resources and Administration. This blog post is sponsored by TARA: Teacher HQ for Resources & Administration. Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “ sponsored blog post.”

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

There are great reasons to use online videos to learn math: Visual Learning: for many, this makes complex topics easier to understand Flexibility: access content at their own pace Engagement: engaging and interactive Review and Replay: revisit specific sections of a video as many times as needed to reinforce understanding.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter As I listened to the keynote by Sam Altman of OpenAI, they unveiled some amazing things three days a go, one of which is the ability to make your own GPT. I want it to have access to these tools as it interacts with the students. This is so exciting!

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 27, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter I’ve seen one tool improve student engagement in Google Classroom significantly — H?para. This blog post is sponsored by H?para. Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “sponsored blog post.” Now, it is. All opinions are my own.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 11, 2023

Here’s how you access it: Click the Windows Key and V. Note: If you click through to the original article, you’ll have to scroll down a bit because this was posted under ‘What’s Happening on my Writer’s Blog’ Tech Tip: Get Rid of Spam in Text Messages. Tech Tip: The Windows Clipboard.

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MAY 9, 2024

It includes access to thousands of educational resources without hidden costs or permissions. Rewards: To further motivate learners, SplashLearn incorporates rewards like coins and access to non-curricular games. Subsequent plans start at $7.50/month. You can get started here ! Teachers: For teachers, SplashLearn is completely free.

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Digital Citizenship Academic Standards Android Accessibility 397

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FEBRUARY 29, 2024

By presenting information in various ways, educators can ensure that all students access content. In order to do that, students need to be motivated, resourceful, and self-directed. Multiple Means of Engagement : offer various ways to motivate learning by providing options for students to become interested and stay engaged with material.

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