Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Gamification of Education This video is from a series I taught for school districts. It is now available for free, here on Ask a Tech Teacher: –summarize with NoteGPT Summary Jacqui Murray discusses the integration of technology in K-8 education, focusing on gamification to enhance learning.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 10, 2021

Assessment is part of what teachers have to do in school. Although it is required, we teachers can make sure we assess with respect. Listen to Starr Sackstein share how to assess with respect. She is also a certified Master Journalism Educator through the Journalism Education Association (JEA).

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 8, 2025

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Teachers need to know what is happening and how technology (specifically AI) impacts their classroom.) 13:49] Classroom Management Tips That Work: Proven strategies to create a focused and positive classroom. [28:01]

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 17, 2025

It is now available for free, here on Ask a Tech Teacher: summarized by NoteGPT Summary In this video, Jacqui Murray discusses the concept of quick writes as a dynamic and engaging way to teach writing in the classroom. This process aligns with educational standards that emphasize critical thinking as a vital skill for success.

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EdTech4Beginners

DECEMBER 7, 2024

As educators around the world are realizing, there are many benefits to using AI to plan and deliver online lessons. Understanding how to get the most out of this technology will enable you to refresh your teaching methods and optimize performance in the digital classroom.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Who decided that grading and assessment should be the exclusive responsibility of teachers? Why do we sideline students when it comes to assessment? Self-assessment is a powerful strategy that encourages students to become more invested in their learning journeys.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 22, 2024

We must collect formative assessment data in each lesson to understand our students’ progress and respond to their needs. Formative assessment is a process of gathering information about students’ understanding and their progress toward firm standards-aligned learning goals. Check for understanding.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Ongoing Education : Digital citizenship concepts are reviewed annually to reinforce knowledge. Cyberbullying Awareness : Addressing cyberbullying is an essential part of digital citizenship education. Global Perspective : Digital citizenship education encourages students to think globally.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

As my Aspire Change EDU consultant team and I visit classrooms on a routine basis, we strive to lead administrators, coaches, and teachers in reflecting on their practice using questioning techniques. Through classroom discussions, students learn to express themselves effectively orally and in writing.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Next, consider conducting assessments to pinpoint areas where technology could make the most impact. link] Leverage Assistive Technology When it comes to leveraging assistive technology, you can truly transform the educational experience for students with special needs. Use assessment tools to gather data on their learning styles.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Here’s the sign-up link if the image above doesn’t work: [link] “The content presented in this blog are the result of 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.”

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 1, 2021

Below is a version of a resource that can be found in Chapter 4 of Disruptive Thinking in Our Classrooms. Each level has numerous question stems that can assist teachers in developing checks for understanding, performance tasks, projects, and assessments.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

So, what does this mean for educators? After visiting high school classrooms most of the day, I then debriefed with the leadership team. In this case, it was determined that even though teachers had time and were expected to be implementing common formative assessments (CFA,s), we didn’t see evidence to support that this was happening.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Perfect for teachers, administrators, and anyone passionate about literacy education. In 2023, she launched her podcast To the Classroom: Conversations with Researchers and Educators. Listen to the Podcast: Practical Tips on How to Teach Reading Stream by clicking here.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

.” This is a sentiment I’ve heard repeatedly from teachers navigating the demands of the concurrent classroom. As I’ve said in previous blog posts, teaching in a concurrent classroom is the most challenging teaching assignment I can imagine. One possible approach is what I call “the flip flop.”

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 11, 2024

This inquiry always prompts me to reflect: How many educators gather pre-assessment data before crafting their lesson plans? Such preliminary insights, whether through pre-assessments, diagnostics, or activities aimed at accessing prior knowledge, can illuminate the diverse range of skills, abilities, and needs within a classroom.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 19, 2021

Sixteen types of games, Google Classroom and LMS compatibility and auto-grading From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. This week, I began using Educaplay to make fun classroom learning games for my students. This week, I put my word bank in the description in my Google Classroom assignment.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 21, 2021

I love visiting classrooms around the country to not only support but to see educators in action. Recently I visited the district where I met with each school to visit classrooms and see how they were progressing with personalized learning. This has completely changed my classroom.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

” As I listened to this episode, I was thinking about the concept of psychological safety through my educator lens. The fundamental shift in control from teacher to learner demands that classrooms be spaces where students feel comfortable sharing their ideas, taking risks, and making mistakes. 1 Preventing Errors.

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Hapara

MARCH 12, 2025

Almost 2,000 are English language learners and over 2,200 are in the Special Education program. To help all students focus and succeed during digital learning, PUSD adopted Hparas classroom management solution ten years ago. The district is 1:1 Chromebooks, and learners are online for classroom activities day to day.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

A version of this post was originally published in Education Today , on August 31, 2021. The global pandemic has required many teachers, students, and parents to adjust to many changes in the education system — and do so quickly. Education technologies — or edtech — got a huge boost from a nice-to-have to a must-have.

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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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Edsurge

OCTOBER 10, 2024

For educators, this might not come as welcome news. After all, one of the hottest topics in edtech these days is the growing practice of banning smartphones in schools, after teachers have reported that the devices distract students from classroom activities and socializing in person with others. Cheating Glasses?

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Inclusion is essential for special education (SPED) because it promotes the social and academic development of students with disabilities, fosters a sense of belonging, and prepares them for life outside of school. Collaboration among educators, positive behavior support, and peer interactions are crucial.

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eSchool News

MARCH 3, 2025

What if we approached education initiatives the same way my father started a home renovation project? At a time when schools can be limited by obsolete teaching methods, inequitable policies, and uninspiring school cultures, we should aspire to rehab the features of an antiquated education system.

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eSchool News

APRIL 10, 2025

According to a recent study, over 60 percent of educators believe traditional assessments fail to fully measure student understanding. With the rise of digital tools, teachers now have innovative ways to assess learning that provide deeper insights and engage students more meaningfully.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast Educators want assessments to be instructionally useful and provide data they can use to help students learn, but not all assessments do that. So what do instructionally useful assessments look like? Designing instructionally useful assessments does not have to be difficult.

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ViewSonic Education

APRIL 7, 2025

Keep reading for classroom-ready strategies tied to each of the 8 learning stylesor explore how ViewSonic Education Software can support diverse learners today! What Educators Need to Know Youve probably heard it before: Every student has a specific learning style. R eading/Writing Those who connect through written words.

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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. Continue reading to learn how mobile learning can benefit education in and out of the classroom. .

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Artificial Intelligence has made its way into our classrooms. Here’s an article from Hechinger Report , a national nonprofit newsroom that reports only on education, that’s pretty interesting: Can an AI tutor teach your child to read? Here are a few articles you may find interesting: Digital Assistants in the Classroom.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

18 Digital Tool Musts in the Classroom This video is from a series I taught for school districts. It is now available for free, here on Ask a Tech Teacher: Summary 18 essential digital tools for classrooms, emphasizing their impact on modern education. Backchannel Devices: Enhance classroom communication.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 7, 2024

As we navigate the shifting currents of the educational landscape, it's clear that transformative change is not just necessary—it's inevitable. To foster an environment where every student thrives, we must reimagine our approach to education from the ground up. SET grounds everything we do at Aspire Change EDU.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

My first year in education, my student teaching year, was incredibly difficult. When I first got into education, I wanted to be there emotionally for young people. Tools for Students and Teachers If theres anything Ive learned as a neurodivergent educator, it's that an ableist world will not wait for me, so I must know what I need.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 27, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Artificial intelligence is the top conversation among educators everywhere. It was truly a thrill for me, as a classroom teacher, for Lydia Smyers, the Vice President of US Education for Microsoft, to sit down with me at ISTE. Let's do this!

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 24, 2024

The landscape of education is constantly evolving, and artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a powerful tool for educators. While it won't replace the irreplaceable human touch in the classroom, AI can significantly enhance teaching and learning by offering personalization, efficiency, and insightful data analysis.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 18, 2023

Just like periodic assessments can help teachers gauge student mastery of a particular subject, a periodic ed tech review can help teachers and administrators reflect on what works and what doesn’t. One thing that does not appear to be working for many teachers in the classroom is what might be called digital overload.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Whether delivered through lectures in college, direct instruction during K-12 education, or occasionally gleaned from textbooks and encyclopedias, it permeated every aspect of learning. Given the heightened stakes of today, it's imperative that we critically assess our methods to facilitate growth and enhancement.

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