Digital Promise

MARCH 26, 2019

This resulted in a frenzy to find an app or a website to use in the classroom with students. While we’ve come a long way from the “grasping at straws” syndrome, educators continue to ponder the worth of many educational technology (edtech) products and struggle with the best and most efficient means of choosing these products.

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Neo LMS

JULY 29, 2021

Despite claims that technology is negatively affecting learning schedules, edtech is a valuable tool for students. That’s because edtech solutions, advanced research, practical assessments, and improved communication give them maximum control over their learning. Prioritize PD to support remote, hybrid, and in-person learning.

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Hapara

JANUARY 14, 2022

But it can be a struggle to understand how to use classroom technology in meaningful ways. 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. Sam Kary & Thom Gibson.

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Digital Promise

JUNE 12, 2020

Following nationwide protests over the death of George Floyd and others at the hands of police, I have received a slew of emails from edtech companies containing statements of solidarity and inclusion, explaining that the company supports diversity and does not tolerate racism. Inequities in technology use in the classroom.

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Neo LMS

JULY 27, 2021

However, parents nowadays are more into social media, so the solutions mentioned above will help teachers reach parents easier. Read more: Keeping parents in the loop with edtech. 4 Great examples of edtech that eases parent-teacher communication. Emails are still employed today to inform staff and parents.

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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. The key above all else is to build positive relationships with kids.

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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

There are many benefits of technology in the classroom, so we’ve picked five of the most significant for this handy list. From increased engagement to more inclusive environments, the correct application of EdTech improves a wide range of learning outcomes. But for those who embrace it, the advantages are virtually limitless.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 16, 2019

At the same time, even the most tech-savvy of us have f aced challenges with integrating digital learning experiences into classrooms. . A study released by Schoology this year tackled a few of the challenges that educators, students and families face with technology in the classroom. They received responses from thousands of U.S.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 17, 2019

With easier access to social media platforms through mobile devices, students are spending significantly more time online. The realities of social media, both good and bad, spurred organizations like Project B3 to step in to teach students how to participate online in a healthy, thoughtful and safe way. .

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Let's look at what is happening and a classroom application where there is one. I'll also share stories from my classroom and how we're using AI if it applies. This blog post includes eight use cases of Generative AI impacting classrooms and schools now. Generative AI Use Case #1: AI is built into social media.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 18, 2017

Today Richard Byrne @rmbyrne discusses the edtech tools he’s most excited about today. Free Webinar: 5 Habits You can Start Now to Help Your classroom Thrive in the Fall by Vicki Davis. Richard Byrne is a former high school social studies teacher best known for developing the award-winning blog Free Technology for Teachers.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

From Ask a Tech Teacher contributor, retired teacher and education consultant, Christian Miraglia: Instagram: A Student Vehicle for Social Change. In my last post, I wrote about using Twitter for classroom instruction. Here, the focus is how students use social media to advance their causes and concerns.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 5, 2022

million views from visitors, about 10,000 followers who have read some or all of our 2,731 articles on integrating technology into the classroom. Edtech Reviews. 4 Great Alternatives to Google Classroom. Oh–would you mind adding me to your social media links? Lesson plans. 12 Websites to Teach Mouse Skills.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 8, 2022

In the classroom, questions on the location of Ukraine, the why of the Russian invasion, and what does the future hold are commonplace. This became increasingly important over the past decade as social media became the primary source for news. For many students, checking on Tik-Tok and Instagram is their source of information.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 27, 2019

Keeping up with classroom technology can seem a daunting task for teachers. At the same time, it can be unclear what are the actual benefits of tech in the classroom, especially if they haven’t been used by teachers before. Examples of technology in the classroom. Technology in the classroom has come a long way.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 30, 2022

In previous posts, I wrote about using social media in the classroom for instruction and to share ideas. Although not a social media platform, Zoom became a valuable tool in connecting grade-level groups of teachers at the district level. All teachers have online options (Canvas or Google Classroom).

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

The new social media app Clubhouse is gaining traction across many industries as Influencers, celebrities , and marketing professionals are heading to the app to connect and collaborate. (If Infused Classroom series author Holly Clark (@holllyclarkedu on CH) describes it as, “an interactive podcast.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 5, 2017

Listen to Rob Donatelli talk about 5 easy brain breaks for your classroom. Transcript of episode 70 5 Simple Ways to Improve Physical Education w/ #Edtech with Jarrod Robinson the PE Geek. So you can imagine, it’s sort of like having an instant replay in your classroom and that brings out this enormous array of possibilities. [00:02:00].

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 18, 2021

With this in mind, learn about this approach to teaching and how you can use it in your classroom. In 2020, CoSN named Laurie one of the NextGen: Emerging EdTech Leaders. Additionally, Laurie is a member of the NYSCATE Social Media Team and Volunteer Hall of Fame. Listen to the show on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 9, 2018

Upon getting on Twitter in 2009, I was not only baffled about how to use the social media site but also about all the symbols associated with it. Let’s start by defining what a hashtag (#) is in the sense of social media. education, #edtech, #pedagogy, #teaching). One of them was the hashtag (#).

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2023

Social media, an integral part of life for people of all ages, is finding new ways into the K–12 classroom. Many educators are on TikTok, the popular social media app where users share livestreams and short videos. Some IT pros remain worried about the use of social media in the classroom.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 12, 2022

Unaccounted time for social media and gaming usage. While already aware of the effects smartphones had on students’ attention, I tried to keep a balanced approach to using technology in my classroom. He can be found on Twitter @T4edtech, Linkedin , and on his YouTube Channel Transformative Edtech.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

#ICE18: Redesigning a Classroom Is Not About Being “Pretty for Pinterest”. Simply adding technology to a classroom doesn’t make it an innovative space. They took some time to talk with EdTech prior to the conference. SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks! meghan.bogardu….

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 24, 2019

The learning theories and frameworks below help us reflect on the way student learning is impacted by technology so that our curriculum and use of technology in the classroom helps students thrive. Discover more ways to integrate technology effectively by taking one of my fully accredited online courses or get one of my books !

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

IT Integrator, Evan Mosier, and his teacher friend, Tom, have a remarkable story of persistence when first working to integrate Google Classroom. I am also the Yearbook Adviser, website and social media administrator. Be inspired to overcome and persist because our students need us to do it! Listen to the Show. Related Shows.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Hall Davidson shares both simple explanations of Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) in the classroom. They have a new classroom management tool called Collections. Today’s Sponsor: Metaverse is a powerful augmented reality app.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 29, 2017

Edtech and Social Emotional Learning. Vicki: Yes, you can use Ed Tech and Social Emotional Learning! In my own classroom, I have my students run Hour of Code each December for the whole school – grades K5- sixth grade. See: Creating Elementary Portfolios and One Note in the Classroom. Vicki: Cool.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 9, 2020

Blended learning (having a face to face and an online classroom) is best. We have one more reason– when you already have an online space for your classroom, it is a smaller step to teaching totally online when necessary. Whether you want to or not, go ahead and set up now.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 25, 2019

For decades social media, online forums and messaging boards brought people together around common interests and shared goals. . MORE FROM EDTECH: See how K–12 schools are using virtual reality to develop computer science courses. Online communities are certainly not new. VR Adds New Immersive Elements to Videoconferencing.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 18, 2020

Ask a Tech Teacher contributor, Wally Clipper, has a great run-down on 8 trends you’ll want to watch in 2020: 8 EdTech Trends to Watch Out for This 2020. While EdTech has been helping schools and other educational institutions a lot since it was introduced, its benefits have grown even more this year. Video-assisted Learning.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Growth comes from stepping out of our comfort zones, which classrooms can become quite easily. Shifting the paradigm to include a “global classroom” curriculum requires more than theory; it’s actually all about practice. Some of them prefer to seek classroom collaborations directly. How to build your global classroom in 4 steps.

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ViewSonic Education

MARCH 24, 2025

While tech has brought a lot of exciting changes to education, there are some real disadvantages of technology in the classroom. From distractions to reduced face time, EdTech isn’t a magic bullet for every situation. Or, start your classroom’s EdTech journey smoothly with ViewSonic Education Solutions.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 2, 2018

Richard Byrne, author of Free Technology for Teachers has several online professional development options to check out: GSuite for Teachers , Teaching History with Technology , and Practical Edtech Coaching. Tried and True Edtech Tools to Try in 2018. Listen Now. Listen to the show on iTunes or Stitcher. Stream by clicking here.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 15, 2014

But involvement, to me, can mean volunteering and spending time in the school and classroom- building those schools that have an instant sense of positive energy you sense the minute you walk in the school. We can’t ignore that social media has completely transformed the way in which we receive and understand current events.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Edtech is ubiquitous in classrooms today, especially considering that the COVID-19 pandemic did something that previously seemed impossible. It thrust virtually every school into the deep-end of edtech, starting with remote learning. Amid those struggles, the global edtech market has surpassed $100 billion in value.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 21, 2021

As we prepare for school, learning the current best practices and edtech apps is a great way to get excited (and save time.) The Social Media Inspired Class by Erica Aguirre. Back to the Classroom with Pear Deck by Stacey Roshan. From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 5, 2025

What did presenters at CoSN say about cell phones in the classroom? Randomized Trial of a Generative AI Chatbot for Mental Health Treatment | NEJM AI AI Therapy Breakthrough: New Study Reveals Promising Results | Psychology Today What is some inexpensive online PD I can take about AI in the classroom for 2.5 in Edtech Magazine.

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