EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

Google Classroom and Microsoft Teams for Education: Find the Blended Learning Tool that Works Best. MORE FROM EDTECH: See how K–12 schools can get started with using blended learning platforms. What Are Blended Learning Platforms? eli.zimmerman_9856. Wed, 02/13/2019 - 14:12. by Eli Zimmerman.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

One of the best parts about job-embedded, on-going work with school districts is facilitating a variety of professional learning opportunities. Recently the district asked me to be a part of their professional development day, which consisted of seven different learning strands specific to the needs and interests of their teachers.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 11, 2019

How K–12 Schools Should Define and Act on Digital Learning. To be honest, I hate the term blended learning. Let me explain why: In today’s world of education, blended learning gets thrown around for any type of new education involving technology. . What Does Blended Learning Mean for K–12?

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 2, 2020

Time is of the essence to get it right so that all kids can benefit from a quality learning experience that pushes them to think while limiting learning loss and achievement gaps. Balance Remote learning does not mean piling on excessive amounts of work on our learners. We can ill-afford not to address this fact.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 17, 2017

By Meghan Bogardus Cortez Technology can assist administrators with getting students prepared for the future.

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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. My favorites at bit.ly

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Numerous districts invested in additional tech resources during the COVID-19 pandemic to meet remote learning needs. When the Sunnyside School District in Washington implemented GoGuardian Teacher several years ago, only a couple of educators used the learning management… Department of Education data.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 30, 2019

EdTech Leaders’ Beliefs: How are K-5 teachers supported with the integration of computer science in K-5 classrooms? Technology, Knowledge and Learning. Technology, Knowledge and Learning, 23(2), 1-3. doi:10.1007/s10758-018-9371-2 Howard, N.R. & & Ifenthaler, D. Integrating STEM Opportunities for Young Learners.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 31, 2022

Today’s guest, Al Kingsley, has worked with edtech for over thirty years. With over 280 courses to choose from, Advancement Course offers subjects in everything from educator wellness to social-emotional learning and more. Episode #788 - The 10 Minute Teacher Podcast The Future of Edtech Al Kingsley, Thought Leader.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

By Meghan Bogardus Cortez A new report finds teachers are more successful at changing classrooms when they have support from schools and districts.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 9, 2021

Many difficult lessons were learned during the pandemic, and a few more are sure to materialize over the next couple of months. Remote and hybrid learning at scale was never meant for K-12 education, but the fact remains that each has been a catalyst for some exciting changes that have long been overdue.

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Doug Levin

AUGUST 30, 2016

Presumably, this ideal dosage of the ‘blended learning’ intervention would be sufficient to reliably generate positive learning outcomes for typical students in typical schools when compared to the alternative: traditional classroom practice not involving the use of computers.

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

The global edtech market will see a rise in global spending of $342b by 2025. For teachers, that means edtech is here to stay, as more and more schools and universities are moving towards partial or complete digitization. The edtech industry as a whole has a problem: the successful adoption of technology in the classroom.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 30, 2025

In elementary classrooms, the most effective model of blended learning is called the station rotation model. According to Blended Learning Universe (n.d.), Many classrooms already operate stations or centers, and educators may not even realize that they are incorporating blended learning in this way.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 17, 2021

Covid-19 has given a boost to edtech and digital learning, and I believe this will last well beyond the pandemic. Maybe some educators will go back to business as usual, but many more will embrace edtech and a hybrid education model as part of a long-term strategy. Hybrid learning.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 15, 2020

As of late, I have been working with quite a few districts on personalization through a variety of blended learning strategies. I can honestly say that I have learned so much from them over the years as to what pedagogically-sound blended learning really is, and, in my mind, they are a global exemplar for others to emulate.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 26, 2018

Vivek Singh and his colleague, Ilya Mishra, are new contributors to Ask a Tech Teacher who specialize in online learning and educational technology (more on Ilya’s bio below). Blended learning overcomes this limitation by reducing the need for homework, and provides course content to students via the internet.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 22, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Stacey Roshan, the author of Tech with Heart , talks about seven edtech topics that are sparking conversation this summer both online and at ISTE19. See Stacey’s presentation at ISTE19. See Stacey’s presentation at ISTE19.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 23, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter As we prepare to go back to school, we need to share best practices and ideas for learning. The exchange of ideas and building of our Personal Learning Network (PLN) is part of our growth and learning. Talk to other teachers and learn!

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2021

This year’s TCEA Convention & Exposition promises to “explore education from every angle,” and the wide-ranging lineup of speakers and sessions bears out that description. The virtual conference happens February 1–6, with live and on-demand sessions complemented by breakouts, social events and activities such as virtual scavenger hunts.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 19, 2021

Karen Janowski and her coauthors have written a book Inclusive Learning 365: Edtech Strategies for Every Day of the Year. Today she talks about a mindset of including students who learn differently and better reaching the children you have in the classroom. Never stop learning! Inclusive Learning 365 [link].

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Neo LMS

MARCH 12, 2020

And class suspension is a day without learning. Disaster-proof education is a proactive measure that makes teaching and learning continue amidst calamities both natural and man-made. There are many digital tools for teaching and learning that are available to supplement learning anytime, anywhere, even in the worst-case scenarios.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Technology is an ideal vehicle for teachers to better blend classroom instruction with learning opportunities occuring outside of the traditional school day — and outside of the brick-and-mortar school building. . MORE FROM EDTECH: CSee how schools use virtual reality to improve assistive learning programs.

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Hapara

JANUARY 14, 2022

Integrating technology into instruction and learning is a way of life for educators today. Luckily there are edtech experts who are sharing strategies and tools through blog posts, social media, books, courses and podcasts. Here are 10 edtech experts every educator should follow. Lindy has several edtech certifications.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 11, 2019

Keep Accessibility in Mind for Modern Learning Environments. As K–12 teachers seek to create classrooms where all students have an equal opportunity to learn, they must be mindful of physical and digital elements that could potentially be a barrier for students with special learning needs. . eli.zimmerman_9856.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 27, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Mark Sparvell cites current research about what students really want in their classroom and how social-emotional learning relates to education technology. Mark has taught both pre-service and post-graduate studies.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 28, 2020

After much deliberation, many are considering operating classrooms under a blended learning model, which entails a mix of onsite and remote schooling, to make social distancing more feasible in school buildings during the coronavirus pandemic. But the adoption of blended learning today could be seen as more than a safety measure.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 3, 2018

Personalized Learning and Digital Tools Weave Strong Fabric for Student Success. According to Project Tomorrow’s 2017 Speak Up Research Project for Digital Learning , 56 percent of parents of school-aged children are concerned that their child isn’t learning the right skills in school to be successful in college or a future job.

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eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2025

Technology offers practical solutions for this age-old challenge, enabling teachers to create flexible learning environments that adapt to individual student requirements. Students arrive in classrooms with different backgrounds, abilities, interests, and ways of learning.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 6, 2019

3 Key Findings on the State of Digital Learning in K–12. But what is the actual state of digital learning when it comes to accessibility, implementation and effectiveness? Schoology recently released a report on the 2018-2019 state of digital learning in K–12 schools. eli.zimmerman_9856. Mon, 05/06/2019 - 09:49.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

Get an overview of the framework everyone is discussing and understand how it impacts learning in your classroom on today’s show. TARA Edtech. Learning First, Technology Second, and Learning First, Technology Second: In Practice. TARA sponsored today’s show. Go to coolcatteacher.com/tara to sign up for your free account.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 12, 2022

After a year of blended instruction, or a combination of face-to-face learning and online learning, schools are questioning the amount of time students spend in front of screens. Even during the past school year, many educators who previously used the blended learning approach decided to reduce the amount of virtual learning.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 22, 2019

Classroom Management Pedagogically sound lessons Monitoring Accountability for learning Feedback Assessment Classroom Management It is tough to argue the fact that many learners will quickly go off and remain off task if a classroom is not managed effectively. Instructional design is one of the best deterrents to off-task behavior.

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

This unprecedented situation calls for a flexible hybrid learning approach to minimize further disruption and ensure that high-quality teaching and learning can continue. 3 Ways in which edtech enables hybrid learning. Theoretically, online education eases the job of teachers and enhances learning for students.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 31, 2022

Asynchronous learning, an educational model in which students learn on their own schedule, is exploding in popularity in K–12 schools. As the number of devices and familiarity with online learning increase, districts are finding students prefer a more flexible schedule.

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Educational Technology Guy

MARCH 10, 2020

Resources, tips and more for remote and e-learning (teaching online) Many teachers and schools have resources for blended learning and even for students who are home or hospital bound to "attend" class. There are a variety of resources and edtech available to help.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 1, 2018

Education technology must enhance learning. Using Edtech to Enhance Learning. Vicki: Using technology to enhance learning. Today we’re talking to Bethany Petty, the author of [link] and her upcoming book, Illuminate: Technology Enhanced Learning. Is the focus of the tool to enhance student learning?

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