A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 26, 2020

With little to no training or preparation, they have stepped up to keep learning going. A recent eSchool News article highlighted that most teachers don’t feel fully prepared for remote learning. teachers in mid-March to collect and share best practices, ideas, and common approaches to remote learning. and tinyurl.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

My work focuses on supporting leaders, coaches, and teachers in transitioning from traditional teaching practices to blended learning. Blended learning is the combination of active, engaged learning online and offline. Teacher-centered instruction vs. Student-centered blended learning. What is psychological safety?

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2021

I’ve experienced the phenomenon of reading a text, but when I get to the end of a page or the bottom of the article, I have no idea what the text was about. My mind was buzzing with how beautifully this could work in-class, online, or in a blended learning environment. My mind was a million miles away. Whole Group Rotation Model.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 11, 2025

In these 169 tech-centric situations, you get an overview of pedagogythe tech topics most important to your teachingas well as practical strategies to address most classroom tech situations, how to scaffold these to learning, and where they provide the subtext to daily tech-infused education.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 8, 2023

One of the best and most gratifying aspects of my job is getting into classrooms and providing feedback to leaders, who, in turn, help their teachers grow. Over the years, the state of Utah has provided me with a plethora of opportunities to work with schools on Personalized Competency-Based Learning ( PCBL ). An article by Y.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 6, 2023

Today's three guests are expert authors of the newly released The AI Classroom: The Ultimate Guide to Artificial Intelligence in Education. From budgets to banking to credit and savings, choose a topic and use it in your classroom with EVERFI’s free financial literacy lesson plans. Is it helpful? Should it be welcomed in schools?

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 25, 2023

When AI Fails Training Data is Older I did ask Notion to summarize the top three articles in edtech with hyperlinks. However, as I pasted in this article into Notion and asked AI to summarize it, I found things added to the podcast episode that I never discussed or that were taken out of context. So, the training data is older.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 26, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter The last few weeks of school can be the hardest – even in a face to face classroom. Today, Mary Howard, a sixth-grade science teacher in New York, talks about how we can engage kids in distance learning. Are there kids who are just missing?

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

As I said in the first article, with so many things grabbing the attention of administrators, AI seems to be taking a back seat in the minds of many. Let's look at what is happening and a classroom application where there is one. I'll also share stories from my classroom and how we're using AI if it applies.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 20, 2022

Newsweek has an interesting article addressing exactly that: How Schools Can Find the Time To Teach Digital Literacy Skills. More about tech skills in the classroom. You can find her resources at Structured Learning. According to the U.S. Still, less than half of all K-12 schools in the U.S. How to Assess Digital Literacy.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 29, 2022

I was thrilled to find this article from Programming Insider providing a great starting point for tech tools that are a natural fit with education: Best Ways to Use Tech for Teachers. Teachers are always encouraged to find new ways to improve the quality of learning for their students. Read more: [link].

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 31, 2022

They offer lots of videos from the classroom, showing teachers at work, but also well thought out discussions on topics that impact education. I hope you enjoy it: Mindfulness to Calm, Focus, & Learn. Check out these articles if you’re looking for more: Does Mindfulness Make Your Class Better? What is Mindfulness?

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ViewSonic Education

APRIL 7, 2022

The two concepts sound similar but mean two different things and you can’t have inclusive learning if you’re lacking one of them. Read on to learn more about accessibility, equality vs equity, and inclusive education. What is Accessible Education? . Equality vs. Equity: What is the Difference?

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Why Would a Teacher Use the Flipped Classroom Model? First, let’s establish the value of the flipped classroom in case you have never used this blended learning model. The flipped classroom was designed to invert the traditional approach to instruction and practice/application.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 30, 2024

On the 11th Day of Edtech, our story focuses on post-pandemic classroom technology. Its the number one recurring theme in conversations with educators at every level, from the classroom to the district office. Countless apps and curriculum publishers have tried to make learning fun with mixed results. Superintendents see it.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 5, 2021

When I work with teachers shifting to blended learning, I strive to establish the WHY driving our work together. I want teachers to understand the purpose and value of the shift to blended learning. Blended learning is not a reaction to a moment. Below are the benefits and challenges of teaching in a whole group lesson.

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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

There has always been technology in the classroom, even if it hasn’t always been welcome. Then see some common modern additions to the classroom ranging from computers to smartphones. Continue reading to learn everything you always wanted to know about technology in the classroom. . Types of Technology in the Classroom.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

If, like me, you work with younger students, you might have even seen one or two get up and start wandering the classroom. Despite these problems, Ive learned over time that boredom itself is not necessarily a bad thing. In fact, when approached correctly, boredom can become a powerful force for good in the classroom.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Nonetheless, I got my parents to buy a field guide so I could learn more about local marine life. Each example above shows the power of curiosity as a trigger for learning. Brain research validates how critical curiosity can be when it comes to learning. I eventually pursued and received a degree in marine biology.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

This is a great article for new teachers who might not have seen the traditional classroom experience. One teacher offers tips to help new starters who did their training in lockdown to feel at home in their classroom: New Teachers: 10 Ways to Claim Your Classroom Space. Here’s my advice.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 19, 2023

Every Earth Day (April 22, 2023 this year–see our previous article on Earth Day Class Activities ) someone in your school, maybe the parent group, raises the question of WHY NOT a paperless classroom? Classroom activities should be handled the same. Really, though: Why not? And then charge.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 26, 2020

As a result, many educational entities have embraced a shift to a more personalized approach to learning. While this is admirable, what I have experienced firsthand is a lack of a uniform vision and plan or collective understanding as to what it means to personalize learning. This could include both where kids learn and when.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 31, 2022

Surprise can increase learning and change the lives of our students in positive ways. The Johns Hopkins’ article, The Element of Surprise Helps Babies Learn Significantly Better , points to a phenomenon that impacts all ages. Today we will discuss how surprise applies to learning. sponsored this episode.

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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

There are many benefits of technology in the classroom, so we’ve picked five of the most significant for this handy list. From increased engagement to more inclusive environments, the correct application of EdTech improves a wide range of learning outcomes. Benefit #2: Accommodates Multiple Learning Styles.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Marc Brackett, founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and lead developer of RULER , a systemic, evidence-based approach to social and emotional learning reflects on where students are now and how to reach them. Listen to Dr. Marc Brackett talk about how to help students learn now.

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ViewSonic Education

DECEMBER 13, 2022

As mobile learning becomes more and more popular, so does the potential for distraction in the classroom. While confiscating or removing them from the classroom is one approach, it might not always be the most effective. More and more teachers are experimenting with ways to integrate mobile learning into their lesson plans.

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ViewSonic Education

AUGUST 18, 2022

Video-assisted learning is a growing strategic teaching approach in many modern classrooms. This article will give you the information you need to make sure you can implement video-assisted learning successfully and continue forward with good judgement for a variety of students and different situations.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 18, 2021

APN News has a great article on tools that make that possible. Here’s a peek: Top 5 online learning tools for a healthy development of your children’s mind in 2021. The benefits of e-learning are tremendous. For this reason, the country has witnessed an exponential boost in the use of online learning platforms.

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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. This flexibility extends to educators as well.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Defined Learning is a fantastic way to bring project-based learning to every grade level and subject area. Some teachers (and students) are great at coming up with meaningful project ideas that align with standards and learning objectives. Defined Learning makes using project-based content easy to bring into any subject.

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ViewSonic Education

AUGUST 30, 2022

As teachers look for new ways to create engaging classes and embrace the opportunities made possible by technology, the flipped classroom is quickly emerging as an exciting new approach that promises multiple benefits for both teachers and students. . Flipped Classroom Benefits for Teachers and Students .

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 26, 2023

In this article, discover how high school education is shifting towards personalized learning. The Future of High School Education: Navigating the Shift to Personalized Learning High school – a time of excitement, curiosity, exploration and growth. Educational trends have been changing towards personalized learning approaches.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 11, 2021

Like many, this teacher felt intense pressure to teach the standards and wasn’t sure how to embrace Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and blended learning. There is often a tension created by the pressure put on teachers to cover content with the student-centered approach to learning described by UDL and blended learning.

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ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

These tech wonders can turn your classroom into a vibrant, interactive space, making learning more engaging than ever. Interactive whiteboards , also known as interactive displays, interactive flat panels (IFPs), or digital whiteboards , can transform a regular old lecture into a dynamic, attention-grabbing learning experience.

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TeacherCast

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

As Instructional Coaches, we play a pivotal role in shaping the student- centered learning. Our mission is to guide teachers towards innovative practices that engage students and prepare them for the challenges of the 21st century.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 29, 2025

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Today, I'm sharing what I've learned and my favorite links from this week. In a world where Perplexity can give us so much, it can't give the perspective of an American teacher who is in the classroom and her observations on what is going on around us.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

With schools closed for in-person learning and many children being educated at home, parents are scrambling for quality alternatives that work in a home environment. One of our Ask a Tech Teacher contributors has some ideas you may not have thought of: How to Make Remote Learning Work For Your Children. Online Learning Portals.

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