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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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 31, 2019

Introducing blended learning experiences in core subjects presents many opportunities over traditional print-heavy classrooms. But introducing blended learning in the classroom is not the easiest thing to do. Overcoming 3 challenges of introducing blended learning in the classroom. Let’s explore each of these challenges.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JUNE 27, 2017

This year Cori helped oversee the BYOD sessions. Cori gives a quick overview of Monday’s BYOD sessions. I have included a list of BYOD sessions you could attend today, Tuesday, with times listed and room numbers. Tuesday BYOD Sessions. PokemonGoEdu in the Classroom: Gotta Teach ’em All (B305).

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) classroom setups are very common nowadays, but there are a few aspects to consider before implementing them. I tried to BYOD when I was in college and the reactions of my teachers were mixed – some were totally open to it, while others were a bit cautious. Sounds easy.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 23, 2014

Many people in education talk a great game when it comes to the effective use of technology, but the results (lack there of) speak for themselves. When you do, the brand presence develops solely based on the admirable work that is taking place in your district, school, or classroom. That is not BYOD.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives are being adopted by districts and schools around the globe. With the growing access that students now have to technology at home, educators are seizing this opportunity to increase access in the classroom. One issue that comes up frequently with BYOD initiatives is equity.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 30, 2013

The end result is that our students benefit from lessons that combine sound pedagogy with the effective integration of technology. In support of the school’s BYOD initiative, Mrs. Chellani has recently discovered and integrated a new app called Socrative , a free, online polling tool. Below are two highlights from the month of April.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

In recent years, the amount of time that students with disabilities spend in general education classrooms has shown an increase, signaling that inclusive practices are being adopted. Some obstacles can be assisted with the support of technology. Model technology use. 4 Tips for using accessibility features to promote inclusion.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 11, 2015

Technology seems to be more accessible that ever before. Access to technology is by no means isolated to only adults. As devices have become more affordable over the years, parents have bestowed a variety of mobile technologies upon their children. BYOD begins with trusting and respecting students.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 3, 2024

It is now available for free, here on Ask a Tech Teacher: –summarized by NoteGPT Highlights Engaging with technology enhances student learning and excitement. Responsive classroom activities can be adapted for technology use. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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ViewSonic Education

DECEMBER 10, 2018

The Promise of Education Technology: Effective Feedback. Education technology empowers teachers to help students on an individual basis. With the right technology, instructors deliver timely, effective feedback with the power to achieve greater learning. How to Improve Feedback with Educational Technology. Live polling.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 26, 2014

It really puts into perspective why we make many of the decisions that we do at New Milford High School as to why we decided to implement a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiative and don''t mandate the use of one specific tool to support learning. Technology can become a nice pedagogical fit when viewed this way.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Technology Integration: Essential for implementing Common Core standards without adding extra layers. Importance of Vocabulary: Teaching domain-specific vocabulary equips students with the language necessary for academic and technological contexts. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 17, 2024

Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum. Differentiate This video is from a series I taught for school districts.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

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. Keyboarding skills are essential for students in a technology-driven world.

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Neo LMS

APRIL 27, 2017

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) programs are a natural corollary to technology-based educational initiatives. Challenges for BYOD are, however, also obvious: strain on school internet networks, content management, cheating and distraction. Fundraising initiatives are an obvious place to start.

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Neo LMS

MARCH 7, 2017

BYOD — Bring Your Own Device — has taken the education system by storm. The idea behind it is simple: students are allowed and encouraged to use their own phones, tablets, e-readers, or notebooks in the classroom. I for one believe BYOD at school is a clear case of the if you can’t fight it, embrace it mantra.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 10, 2019

As teachers and administrators, grappling with off-task behaviors and distractions when it comes to student phones in the classroom has occurred at some point. I am a huge proponent of harnessing and leveraging mobile technology in the classroom. Building pedagogical capacity both with and without technology must be prioritized.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Here’s the sign-up link if the image above doesn’t work: [link] Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In this episode, Jesse Lubinsky, a former classroom teacher and education evangelist for Adobe, shares 10 awesome free ways that teachers can use Adobe Express in their classrooms. – Vicki, your podcast host and friendly fellow classroom teacher.

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Neo LMS

JANUARY 26, 2017

Its classrooms, furniture and sometimes creaky floor oozes history and heritage. At first it may seem odd to find all those technological gizmos jammed between steampunk-like gadgets but strangely it is rather fitting. 5 practical tips for BYOD equity. One issue that comes up pretty often is that of BYOD equity.

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 12, 2016

BYOD at school is more than the latest buzz phrase you hear at every corner of the teacher’s rooms or along school hallways. More and more schools adopt BYOD policies and allow students to bring their own mobile phones, tablets, eBooks, and other devices in the classroom, and use them as tools to enhance learning.

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 19, 2016

In the last week’s post I promised to address exactly 10 BYOD concerns that keep schools reluctant to allowing students to use their mobile devices in the classroom. Now I’ll move on to the next BYOD concerns: Top 10 BYOD concerns [Part 2]: 6. BYOD can lead to network overload.

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 29, 2019

Technology isn’t just helpful for teachers, though. Technology in a school can play a significant role to keep parents up to date and informed about their children’s education. For many kids, in today’s world, this encompasses education technology in the classroom and at home to encourage continual learning.

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ViewSonic Education

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Creating an inclusive classroom isn’t just a nice-to-haveit’s a must for any modern school. By weaving equity into the fabric of classroom design, we can create spaces where every student not only belongs but excels. Read on to discover how to transform your classroom into an inclusive haven for learning!

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The Web20Classroom

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

Instead of students having access to handheld technology (tablet, laptop, etc) only part of the school day, more and more students began to have access when they need it. Either 1:1 or BYOD or some combination of both is giving students the opportunity to discover learning or create new information in a variety of ways.

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Brilliant or Insane

APRIL 2, 2015

Moving to a Bring Your Own Device school or classroom is a major transition. I’ve heard many horror stories of monumental failures from first-year BYOD teachers, and most could have been avoided with some simple planning. The post 5 Strategies for Building a Powerful BYOD Classroom appeared first on Brilliant or Insane.

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The Web20Classroom

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

Along with my good friend and literacy expert Shaelynn Farnsworth , we examine what authentic learning means and what these classrooms truly look like. Reimagining education is frequently sparked by advancement in technology. What are the Characteristics of an Authentic-Based Learning Classroom? From the introduction of the No.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 10, 2013

In this post she discusses her experience with a cloud-based technology solution called ClassLink. We are also using ClassLink here at NMHS as a cloud-based Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) solution. It is a fantastic resource for schools looking to streamline their BYOD initiatives.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 10, 2013

I reached out to Eric to gain insight into the technologically driven mindset that has encapsulated New Milford High School. It was a great opportunity to not only get to exchange ideas with Eric regarding technology’s role in the classroom, but to see the learning community that has been nurtured and developed at his school.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 12, 2022

Years ago, I took the lead in writing a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy for my school site, which was later adopted by my district. At the time, I thought this was a novel approach to address the lack of technology for students. Seven years ago, I proposed a day without technology to the site administration.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 10, 2021

Author of Teaching Mythology Exposed: Helping Teachers Create Visionary Classroom Perspective , Blogging for Educators , Teaching Students to Self Assess: How do I help Students grow as learners? , Sackstein also serves at the New York State Director to JEA to help serve advisers in New York better grow journalism programs.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 18, 2013

There is no better way to get the pulse of a school as a leader than to be in classrooms. It has resulted in my administrative team and I being in classrooms more often and regularly. Working together we are not only getting into more classrooms, but we have also developed a streamlined process using shared documents in Google Drive.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 18, 2020

Our youngest learners will need some help and guidance, especially if their elementary schools have not been 1:1 or Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). If technology is available and equity has been ensured, take some of these ideas into account. Don’t put the responsibility on parents for students grades five and above.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 19, 2017

As digital natives, today’s students have grown up with technology integrated into every aspect of their lives, and education is no exception. When it comes to middle schools and high schools, the average classroom looks more like a typical startup office than the traditional classroom of the past. Enter the age of BYOD.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 19, 2012

As we continue to move even further into the 21 st Century, technology becomes more embedded in all aspects of society. My point here is that many children across the world have access to, and are using, technology outside of school in a variety of ways. This piece is cross-posted at the Huffington Post.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2016

By Meghan Bogardus Cortez Decades before BYOD and one-to-one, schools were just getting acquainted with computing.

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