The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

Learning online will also help us become better teachers and now is the perfect time to take an online course. So, in this blog post, I’m going to share 20 teaching areas that are relevant to distance learning and why these topics might be one you choose to take a professional development course to learn this summer.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 19, 2020

I’ve designed a self-paced online course to support teachers who are trying to prepare for the fall. The course is composed of six modules. Below is the breakdown of the course content. Module 1: Teaching Presence–Designing Your Blended/Online Course. Module 2: Teaching Presence–Designing Blended/Online Lessons.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 29, 2020

So, last week I called one of my major sponsors – a distance learning professional development company – Advancement Courses. They agreed for three of their top course designers to come on a free webinar with me to talk about distance learning. They know how to do distance learning. What will not be covered?

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 24, 2020

Video has several benefits in a blended or online course. 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. Video is likely to play a significant role in blended and online courses this year.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 27, 2021

At the completion of this course, you will be able to: Know how to blend digital citizenship into lesson plans that require the Internet. Assessment is based on involvement, interaction with classmates, and completion of projects so be prepared to be fully-involved and an eager risk-taker. cyberbullying. digital commerce. netiquette.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

Engagement Active involvement in learning that is relevant, valuable, and interesting Representation Access to multiple ways to experience or receive information Action and Expression Set goals, monitor and track progress toward goals, engage in metacognitive skill-building through self-assessment and demonstrate knowledge in a variety of ways.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 27, 2021

At the completion of this course, you will be able to: Know how to blend digital citizenship into lesson plans that require the Internet. Assessment is based on involvement, interaction with classmates, and completion of projects so be prepared to be fully-involved and an eager risk-taker. cyberbullying. digital commerce. netiquette.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 16, 2023

Innovative assessments The changing formats and contexts of assignments have necessitated a corresponding evolution in assessment methods. With the online environment's openness and the integration of game elements and real-time feedback, a wide range of assessment options have materialized. To learn more, check out this post.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 22, 2021

At the completion of this course, you will be able to: Know how to blend digital citizenship into lesson plans that require the Internet. Assessment is based on involvement, interaction with classmates, and completion of projects so be prepared to be fully-involved and an eager risk-taker. cyberbullying. digital commerce. netiquette.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 26, 2019

Flodmand developed a self-assessment through Google Forms where teachers could share what they wanted to learn, how they wanted to learn, where they were the most uncomfortable and how technology facilitators could help overcome those barriers. . For more of the latest stories out of ISTE 2019, check out our conference page here.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 27, 2020

This show is sponsored by Advancement Courses and includes advertorial content from the sponsor. When you purchase your PD from Advancement Courses use the code COOL20 to receive 20% off your course. When you purchase your PD from Advancement Courses use the code COOL20 to receive 20% off your course.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 12, 2021

Clarity Students want and deserve to know why they are learning something, how they will use what has been learned outside of school, and what tells them if they have successfully achieved the specified goal for the lesson, project, or assessment. They can also be leveraged to make changes to curriculum and course offerings.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 23, 2021

In this course, you will use a suite of digital tools to make that possible while addressing overarching concepts like digital citizenship, internet search and research, authentic assessment, digital publishing, and immersive keyboarding. Assessment is project-based so be prepared to be fully-involved and an eager risk-taker.

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 2, 2022

As we assess students or gather data in an experiment, for example, we use it to make decisions in our teaching practice or other work. Our instruction is often informed based on the data we receive from assessing students in a variety of ways. When it comes to data, we can distinguish between data literacy and data science.

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Neo LMS

JULY 6, 2021

For my STEAM course, in particular, this year required a bit more exploration to find resources that would be accessible to students regardless of whether they were in virtual or hybrid environments. Some offer activities, courses, parent information, and even summer camps that you can explore with students. AI World School.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 12, 2020

icebreaker questions, scavenger hunts, or check-ins) Introduce concepts Provide an overview of the work for the week Small Group Sessions Provide differentiated instruction Guide practice and application with frequent check-ins Collect formative assessment data (e.g., Whole Group Sessions Connect learners online Build community (e.g.,

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 11, 2020

Will you collect formative assessment data to assess prior knowledge or check for understanding? All of these things are possible in an online course! Can teachers pair those resources with an online discussion prompt to encourage conversation and collaborative meaning-making?

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

There are three core aspects that define a personalized learning platform: each student must be able to define their own learning goals within it, receive recommendations based on their learning journey and have their progress clearly assessed so that they can see their progress. Assessments. NEO Brochure: Assessing students using NEO.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 17, 2024

Here is how educational leaders can champion personalized professional learning for their teachers: Needs Assessment: Start with the Individual One-size-fits-all professional development (PD) is a recipe for disengagement. Conduct individual needs assessments through surveys, goal-setting conversations, or classroom observations.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 18, 2021

That means they need to be able to flex their metacognitive muscles by setting goals, tracking and monitoring their progress, reflecting on their learning, and assessing their own work. Students must share the responsibility for learning.

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Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 13, 2020

Can teachers who are teaching an AP course use blended learning models and cover the extensive curriculum? In this guest post, Cori Schwarzrock shares her experience using blended learning models in her AP psychology course. I get asked this question frequently as a blended learning coach. My answer is a resounding “Yes!”

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 10, 2021

Teachers got a crash course in creating video content when schools shifted online. Screencastify allows you to insert multiple-choice questions to check for understanding and collective formative assessment. They relied on videos out of necessity to explain concepts and model strategies while students learned from home.

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Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 11, 2020

In my latest book, Balance with Blended Learning , I write about strategies that turn everyday tasks, like giving feedback, assessing student work, and conferencing with students about progress into opportunities for connection. Conferencing sessions are one of the most effective strategies for connecting with learners in class or online.

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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.

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

In fact, a learning support coach suggested bringing back topics from other units, or even previous courses. So, as I progress through the course, I spiral back to problems from previous units to keep those mathematical concepts fresh for the students. But, they also need to be assessed on their understanding of those concepts.

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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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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 27, 2021

I believe rubrics should be provided at the start of any assignment, task, or project that will be assessed using a rubric. This approach has the added benefit of helping students get familiar with the rubric that the teacher will use to assess their finished products. Rubrics are like roadmaps.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

All classes follow an easy-to-use course design: establish goals–what students will learn by the end of the class. assess success at completion. You can watch the video, rewatch, submit assignments and assessments when you’re ready. course requirements. How to get started. I never wonder if I’m passing.

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Education Learning UDL Course 413

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

While coaching teachers this month, several expressed a desire to include review and practice activities in their station rotation lessons to help students prepare for end-of-the-semester assessments. Reviewing information presented in a unit or over the course of a semester is more meaningful if students are actively engaged in the process.

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Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 10, 2022

Check out my online, self-paced courses: Getting Started with Blended Learning, Advancing with Blended Learning , and UDL and Blended Learning. You can complete the contact form to inquire about a hands-on, practice-based (virtual or in-person) workshop for your teachers! Want to learn more about blended learning and UDL?

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

Consider less of a focus on lesson plans and more on assessment by collecting these two weeks into the future. If a teacher is struggling with their assessments, don't just say you need to work on building better ones. Either provide an example that you have created or co-create an assessment together.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 15, 2021

Advancement Courses sponsors this webinar. Remember to use the code COOL20 for 20% off a course with Advancement Courses. I’ll be taking a course with them this summer for my PD. How Do We Leverage Pre-Assessment Skills Meaningfully? Instructional Designer @ Advancement Courses. Dawn Stansbury.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 9, 2020

Two-thirds to three-quarters of teachers said their students were less engaged during remote instruction than before the pandemic, and that engagement declined even further over the course of the semester. In reality, formative assessment is an advanced form of feedback.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

In coaching work with leaders, my Aspire Change EDU team and I facilitate numerous coaching cycles over the course of a year. 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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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

In this three-week course, you will use a suite of digital tools to make that possible while addressing overarching concepts like digital citizenship, internet search and research, authentic assessment, digital publishing, and immersive keyboarding. Price includes course registration and all necessary materials. Certificate.

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Neo LMS

JULY 15, 2021

Each course or lesson is tied to one or more competencies (or skills) a student needs to develop. Instructors can use personalized learning platforms to create online courses and assign competencies to each learning activity. Students then receive personalised recommendations based on their progress and can choose how to be assessed.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 14, 2022

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