A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

Both the math and reading sessions focused on how edtech could be used during independent work, formative assessment, and pedagogically-sound blended learning. This was then followed with strategies and tools for embedding tech that would assist with both differentiation of instruction and co-planning (virtually).

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 23, 2020

Choice Boards Giving kids a choice as to the activities they engage in is a great way to empower them to learn while providing greater ownership. Choice boards represent a solid blended learning strategy where tasks can be scaffolded, differentiated, and contain a mix of digital and non-digital options.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 11, 2019

Image credit In the classroom, or even outside of it, video is one of the most powerful learning tools there is. In the case of Edpuzzle and Playposit, the responses can go straight to an LMS (learning management system) such as Google Classroom or Schoology. Choice matters for both kids and adults.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Personalized learning must start with flexible learning spaces. Look at your classroom layout. Is it conducive to learner-driven individual activities where students pursue knowledge in ways best-suited to their learning style? Second: Free up your teaching time by automating the tedious tasks required to run a classroom.

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EdTechSandyK

APRIL 28, 2014

We talked about using a tool like Socrative or InfuseLearning to get a quick feel for where students are in their learning, and then apps like Explain Everything , Educreations , or ShowMe which teachers can use to create video tutorials based on learning needs. Unported License.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

Cathie Norris and ElliotSoloway, university professors studying how much time today’s youth spend with text-based materials vs. image-based materials, “ estimate that 90 percent of K-12 classroom time in the U.S. They are on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat before they even step into our classrooms. “If

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The Hechinger Report

APRIL 29, 2014

Participants can teach to student avatars in a virtual classroom, check out the Two Bit Circus or attend “Hour of Power,’’ sessions that promise to be “provocative, fun and interactive.”. I’m hoping this conference will also include views from the classroom along with CEO’s and their promotions staff.

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