Ed Tech from the Ground Up

MAY 16, 2016

public schools to attend an Apple Distinguished Schools Day where Natick shared its blended learning approach with other schools and districts. First, a quick definition: According to the Online Learning Consortium blended learning means “a portion of the traditional face-to-face instruction is replaced by web-based online learning.”.

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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

APRIL 26, 2020

Use a URL shortener to make links easily accessible in a slide presentation or push out using a Learning Management System (i.e., Utilize chat and screen share features inherent in video conference tools. Leverage an adaptive learning tool if your school or district has purchased a license. Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology).

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 9, 2020

There is a dire need for students to interact with their peers, especially during synchronous lessons facilitated through live video tools. Personalization Many of the areas I have already discussed are integrated throughout a personalized experience. Discourse can easily be achieved through the purposeful use of technology.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 23, 2020

The exchange of ideas and building of our Personal Learning Network (PLN) is part of our growth and learning. Conversation topics will be split into two main topics — social-emotional learning (SEL) and edtech tools and tips for distance and blended learning: Our biggest concerns and how we plan to approach them.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 24, 2020

If the teacher is presenting information the same way for all students, that presentation would be more effective in a video. Video instruction puts students in control over the pace at which they progress through the new information. They pause a video, rewind it, or rewatch as many times as they need to understand the information.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

Today, I’m amazed at the impact technology can have on the learning process—especially when it enables teachers to personalize learning. And I never tire of hearing stories from educators who are successfully implementing personalized approaches to provide their students a truly unique learning experience.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 6, 2020

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. They include all the ebooks, videos, and other resources required so you don’t spend any more than what is required to register for the class. Everything is online. INTASC 1, 8.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

It can become the hub for all lessons, videos, activities, assessments, and student work. A foundation can then be established for more personalized approaches such as pedagogically-sound blended learning or self-paced activities. I tend to refer to these as norms that everyone can get behind.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 3, 2019

In an effort to personalize learning more and more educators are turning to blended learning strategies. When it comes to personalized learning , the “personal” should be emphasized. Blended learning , as a means to personalize, is one way to accomplish this. See the difference?

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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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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 13, 2022

Learning Management System (LMS) The consistent use of an LMS such as Google Classroom, Schoology, or Canvas works to create a more equitable virtual environment for all kids and families. It can become the hub for all lessons, videos, activities, assessments, student work, and SEL check-ins using Google or Canvas forms.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

Blended Learning In my opinion, the best 21st-century classrooms are “bricks” and “clicks,” blending together the best of face-to-face and online. Blended learning is not new. Blended Learning Classrooms are made of “bricks’ and “clicks” and every teacher should be ready.

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

As schools prepare to accommodate more in-person learning, many are opting for a hybrid schedule that divides the student body into two groups that will alternate days on campus to keep numbers lower in classrooms and allow for social distancing.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 11, 2021

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. They include all the ebooks, videos, and other resources required so you don’t spend any more than what is required to register for the class. Everything is online. INTASC 1, 8.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

As an illustration, this summer at ISTE, I facilitated a panel of blended learning experts. As they presented, it became clear: most classrooms are already blended classrooms, whether they realize it or not. For this reason, let’s explore the essential elements of effective blended learning so we can all level up.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. They include all the ebooks, videos, and other resources required so you don’t spend any more than what is required to register for the class. Develop and employ a Personal Learning Network.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. They include all the ebooks, videos, and other resources required so you don’t spend any more than what is required to register for the class. Everything is online. INTASC 1, 8.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 24, 2019

In 2017, at the end of our third year of implementing personalized learning at Dallas ISD, our central personalized learning team conducted a series of stepback meetings with school leaders. We wanted to learn their biggest concerns around implementation, along with what was and wasn’t working for them.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 6, 2021

When looking at larger-scale efforts, virtual courses, academies , and smaller learning communities (SLC’s) can be established that has the potential to incorporate all five high agency elements, Blended learning represents the most appropriate way to ensure equity through personalization.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 19, 2020

You can either lurk and learn or develop your own Personal Learning Network (PLN) to farm the best ideas and strategies that are actually working in similar demographics. When using social media, think about the platforms being used and mix it up by mashing together text, hyperlinks, images, and video.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

To read more about supporting self-paced learning and keeping students on track, check out my blog titled “ The Art of Self-Pacing: How to Build Playlists that Keep Students on Track.”

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eSchool News

APRIL 6, 2020

With many schools now practicing blended learning, it can be helpful for educators interested in blended-learning programs to know which edtech tools are being used. For over five years, we at the Christensen Institute have been collecting data on blended-learning schools from around the world. Khan Academy.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Personalized learning is core to the model at Rogers Elementary, and Kristen Watkins, director of the personalized learning program at Dallas Independent School District, says that exposing students to multiple devices is an intentional part of the school’s approach. The next, they’ll try a Kindle.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 23, 2018

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. They include all the ebooks, videos, and other resources required so you don’t spend any more than what is required to register for the class. Everything is online. INTASC 1, 8.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 27, 2019

Students do learn better when the chosen tech is complementary to the school’s educational methods. For example, blended learning cannot function without said tech. It is now more accessible than ever to create interactive lessons, implement PBL projects , offer personalized learning, and organize classroom activities.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 5, 2018

They include all the ebooks, videos, and other resources required so you don’t spend any more than what is required to register for the class. Once you’re signed up, you prepare weekly material, chat with classmates, respond to class Discussion Boards, complete weekly projects/summatives, and participate in a weekly video meeting.

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eSchool News

APRIL 2, 2018

Google provides quick and easy access to information while YouTube provides on-demand how-to videos on just about any topic. The case for blending and online learning. The district is constantly developing and improving our systems and structures for all students with the renewed focus on personalized learning for all students.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

As an educator and Executive Director at the Inclusive Higher Education Certificate Program ( IHECP ), I can honestly say that my students have experienced a smooth transition to the online learning environment. As schools and universities reopen their gates, there’s great hope that there will soon be more in-person learning.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 22, 2024

For example, suppose small groups of students are discussing a text they’ve read, a video they watched, or a podcast they listened to. Tell Me How: Instead of relying solely on written explanations to assess what students know or can do, video requires that students communicate verbally. What are three things they learned?

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 29, 2017

Practices such as BYOD, 1:1, blended learning, personalized learning, classroom and school redesign, branding, makerspaces, professional learning, etc. This need served as a call to action of sorts and catalyzed my current work.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

Hutt said 3D printing is another resource in an educator’s blended learning toolkit. “We The 3D printer is really great for personalized learning projects.”. TCEA 2018: Get More Out of Google Docs By Adding Videos, Images. The whole horn department has now come in and printed spare parts.”. Original or Curated.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 19, 2017

CFISD is an amazing school district that is not only one of the highest achieving large districts in the state of Texas, but also firmly committed to scaling innovative practices to improve learning for all 120,000 students. Strategic use of the station rotation blended learning model to maximize learning time and increase student agency.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 17, 2023

In the second blog, Leveraging AI to Save Time Architecting Equitable, Student-centered Learning Experiences , I highlight how teachers can use AI technology to significantly decrease the time required to design differentiated and personalized learning experiences. Designing for Small Groups and Maximizing Our Impact.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

Using technology in the classroom and especially an LMS to deliver the digital part of blended learning — which is probably the best way to learn and will become the norm in education — is a great way to equip students for the 21st Century world. Here are five of them: Access to learning materials anytime, anywhere.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 19, 2018

Study.com is an online distance learning portal that provides over 70,000 lessons in fifteen subjects (including algebra, calculus, chemistry, macro- and microeconomics, and physics) aligned with many popular textbooks. Resources include not only videos but study tools, guides, and more. More on differentiated learning.

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Edsurge

JULY 11, 2017

For students attending the school virtually, all lessons and activities are done online through recordings, live videos and guided readings. The students in the blended version also take most of their courses online, but they occasionally meet in person for mentoring from a certified teacher or for clubs and sports.

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