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How to Help Students Run a Genius Bar

Ask a Tech Teacher

Understanding the Concept of a Genius Bar The primary goal of a Genius Bar in a school is to create a space where students can help each other with technology-related problems, whether it’s troubleshooting a software issue, learning how to use new applications, or getting advice on digital projects.

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Online YC Demo Day Includes A Byju’s Rival, Quiz Bowl App, Parenting Advice Platform

Edsurge

COVID-19 led to a more demure, online-only version of startup accelerator Y Combinator’s demo day event this week for its winter cohort. She previously led LinkedIn Learning’s social learning team as a product manager. Users receive access to study groups and a question bank of tens of thousands of questions.

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Five digital citizenship activities everyone should know about

Hapara

Our students use technology for learning, connecting with friends and entertainment. Digital access : Advocating for learners, families and staff members to have equitable access to technology, digital resources and the internet. If your school or district does not yet use Hāpara tools, learn more by signing up for a demo.

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How to get started with hybrid teaching

Neo LMS

My recommendation for anyone who has not experienced hybrid learning is to develop a routine that helps you minimize the loss of instructional time that happens due to balancing the technology, making sure all students are in class, and completing other clerical tasks. Nearpod also has an Immersive Reader, which is great for accessibility.

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Lightspeed Parent Portal

Lightspeed Systems

Lightspeed Parent Portal™ Download the Flyer Home Empower parents as partners in their students' learning​ With the Lightspeed Parent Portal, school districts can empower parents with visibility and control over their child’s internet usage on school-issued devices, at home and after-school hours.

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Filtering Current Events to Promote Safe Digital Learning

Lightspeed Systems

That’s why Lightspeed Filter provides school districts with the essential tools to promptly restrict access to sensitive content, effectively filtering current events. Here are some powerful features you can find in Lightspeed Filter to surface actionable insights and quickly block access during challenging times.

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The Social Institute Partners with Additional Public Schools to Bring Modern, Engaging SEL to More Students Across the Country

eSchool News

The Social Institute today announced that its newly enhanced social-emotional learning curriculum is reaching even more students, thanks to several new partner schools that span the country, from Boston, Massachusetts to Juneau, Alaska. Student well-being is hugely impacted by social media and technology.