The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 6, 2023

Today's three guests are expert authors of the newly released The AI Classroom: The Ultimate Guide to Artificial Intelligence in Education. From budgets to banking to credit and savings, choose a topic and use it in your classroom with EVERFI’s free financial literacy lesson plans. Is it helpful? Should it be welcomed in schools?

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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. Read on for the top 5 advantages to technology in the classroom or visit our education solutions page for more insights on EdTech. But for those who embrace it, the advantages are virtually limitless.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Spokane Public Schools issued a new districtwide policy that bans the use of smartphones or smartwatches in classrooms during instructional time. This year, though, the vibe has changed. And at least four states — Indiana, Louisiana, South Carolina and Florida — have enacted statewide bans limiting school smartphone access.

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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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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 14, 2018

From student-led social media to students calling parents with score reports and student-led conferencing, these three ideas can help empower students in your classroom. A big thing that I have in my classroom is, “Everyone’s a teacher. Teach a lot of lessons, and they read a lot of different things in our classroom.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 16, 2025

(Its common for popular social media creators to get brand deals with companies that use influencer marketing ). The Newport Institute wrote about the phenomenon and negative outcomes of brain rot, categorized by scrolling on social media for long periods of time. The more you do it, the more you want to do it.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 2, 2018

Elementary Math can be exciting. This week I’ll be sharing the 7 Pedagogical Shifts That Make Interactive Displays a Key to a Student-Centered Classroom on the Cool Cat Teacher blog sponsored by SMART Technologies. Recent research shows that large interactive displays are vital to the classroom ecosystem. Listen Now.

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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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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

This elementary school-wide reading project is a sizzling combination of reading, parent relations, community service, school spirit, communications, and social media savvy. How he used social media to spur on excitement. The positive community response you get when you use social media for good.

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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. Departments may also use this approach at the secondary level and at grade levels for the elementary level.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

In educational technology, it can be difficult to discern a fad from a future classroom staple. When I first learned of 3D printing in the classroom, I wondered if it held merit. Bringing 3D printing technology to the classroom creates opportunities for students that are limited only by their imagination. . eli.zimmerman_9856.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 24, 2025

The adverse effects of this excessive screen time have significantly impacted students social- emotional health. Forty-one percent of teens with the highest social media usage struggle with mental health issues, and between 2010 and 2020, anxiety among adolescents skyrocketed by 106 percent.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 25, 2023

The Tweet That Started it I get weary of AI hype auto-generated by *gasp* ChatGPT without any real applicability to the classroom. I'm collecting blogs of teachers who are in the classroom actually use AI and have practical, real examples to share. (The human intelligence part is so important!) Got links for those teachers?

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 14, 2021

While the challenges schools have faced during the pandemic are often portrayed in the media, some notable changes to practice have occurred. Each day I am in awe as I see innovation in action shared on social media, especially in the areas of blended, remote, and hybrid pedagogy. The interactive classroom can be accessed HERE.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 16, 2022

And when you’re ready, consider how to bring your passions (and your students’) into the classroom with passion projects and student interest projects. As you do, consider how to bring these types of interests into your classroom. Classroom learning can use many games to teach. Take a Social Media. PD Connection.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 2, 2023

The advent of social media introduced yet another responsibility into my already packed schedule: digital leadership. In my role as a coach, I have K-12 leaders visit classrooms beyond the grade levels they serve when working with districts. We then share collective insight while processing the feedback.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

Karen Lirenman ( @ KLirenman ) and Kristen Wideen ( @ mrswideen ) have written the definitive book on using iPads in the elementary classroom, Innovate with iPad: Lessons to Transform Learning in the Classroom. Today’s show will help settle the dust and bring clarity to iPads in the elementary classroom.

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Waterford

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

While some look to technology regulations to combat the scourge of fake news, the strongest defense may well be in building a citizenry with strong media literacy skills.[2] 2] Read on to learn how we got here, why it matters, and how teachers can build media literacy in the classroom. Take a News Literacy Quiz.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Overview of Vickie Morgado’s Global Collaboration in Her 3rd Grade Classroom. We have connected with different classrooms. I think we’ve learned how to use social media in just a really positive way, and learned to communicate and build a global audience, and shared our learning, and learned with others. It was fun!

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 17, 2021

Social media has played a considerable role in this area over the years, demonstrating the power of Personal Learning Networks (PLNs) with learning anytime, anywhere, and with anyone. While I saw many amazing examples of innovative practices at scale, I was very impressed with East Jackson Elementary School.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 10, 2017

Based on what I have seen during my work in schools and through the sharing on social media, the majority of what educators are calling blended learning is blended instruction. The image below outlines some critical considerations when incorporating blended learning in the classroom or school.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 8, 2018

Expand Your Classroom Communications Toolbox. Websites, emails, e-newsletters, specialized apps and other digital media let parents see the work their students do in class. These tools help extend learning beyond the classroom and give parents enrichment tips and ideas for learning activities they can do at home.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Well, now we can all use Book Creator in our classrooms using the Chrome web browser. Now we can all use Book Creator in our classrooms, on any device, using the Chrome web browser. Minecraft in the Classroom. Minecraft in the classroom. In a normal classroom setting, they probably wouldn’t do that. Listen Now.

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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. Additionally, Laurie is a member of the NYSCATE Social Media Team and Volunteer Hall of Fame. Not only does this format excites teachers about learning new tools, but also many of them now use this method with students.

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Waterford

JANUARY 23, 2020

While it can be hard to keep up with every trend in educational technology, the mindset you have when it comes to classroom tech matters just as much as which ones you use. So, why and how should you use technology in your classroom? What Is the Proper Role of Technology in the Classroom?

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 25, 2017

This fun, visual tool lets students explore 150 different science and social studies units for elementary and middle school learners. And I say frequently to my sister, who has access to this in her classroom, “You are so lucky! I could still go back in the classroom. Thanks, Vicki! The next one?

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 7, 2019

What happens in the classroom through the relationship-building expertise of teachers needs to be supported and enhanced across the entire school or district. The theme serves as a conduit to connect various content areas and concepts to impart a greater sense of relevance whether it be in the classroom, hallways, or cafeteria.

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Hapara

APRIL 28, 2023

Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] Whether you teach elementary, core subjects or electives, making digital citizenship part of your instruction is essential for all of your learners. Read on for digital citizenship activities you can use in elementary, middle school or high school. Can you trust influencers on YouTube?

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 17, 2022

Just Keke Powell spreading joy in her classroom. Blog = www.mspowellteaches.com Twitter = @mspowellteaches Instagram = @mspowellteaches TikTok = @mspowellteaches_ Linked in – [link] I have created my platform to showcase ways I implement new things in my classroom. The anchor chart Keke mentions in the show.

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MIND Research Institute

JANUARY 25, 2022

Social media can be an amazing tool for so many pu rposes. In no particular order, here are some of my colleagues' and my favorite educational social media accounts. She innovates and solves local problems in her biology classroom. Look at this hands on lesson in Sarah’s 8th grade math classroom!

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

Today, join in the conversations about learning and engagement and all your own thoughts on social media. Your Challenge Share the most engaging thing you’ve done in your classroom this week. He is a NBCT who holds experience in teaching in several diverse elementary schools. Subscribe to the Show Get Credit!

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 13, 2019

For over 30 years, Advancement Courses has been a leader in professional development, providing expertly-crafted, classroom-applicable courses to thousands of teachers across the country. He is a National Board Certified STEM educator at the elementary level, with a Master Degree in K-8 Education with a K-8 math endorsement.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 8, 2019

It has replaced my use of iMovie in the classroom with my students because it is more robust. I’ll also dive into some of the features that have me most excited as a classroom teacher. For these reasons, gridlines are a must-use in my classroom. I have typically not posted first projects on social media.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

AUGUST 18, 2018

I enjoyed what my district coach had to say when it came to classroom rules. I love this idea, because I teach 440 elementary students and in charge of the technology curriculum for 640. I love this idea, because I teach 440 elementary students and in charge of the technology curriculum for 640.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

AUGUST 18, 2018

I enjoyed what my district coach had to say when it came to classroom rules. I love this idea, because I teach 440 elementary students and in charge of the technology curriculum for 640. I love this idea, because I teach 440 elementary students and in charge of the technology curriculum for 640.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 21, 2022

Jillian DuBois talks about her end of the school year and from the conversation we have twelve inspiring ideas for classrooms everywhere including: How to Use the element of surprise in learning. 12 Ideas from An Exciting End of Year in Jillian’s Classroom Today, we're talking with a 21-year educator, Jillian Dubois, from Clearwater, Florida.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

Safely Involve Students in Social Media and More Student Voice Tips. Vicki Davis is the host of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast and a full-time classroom teacher in Albany, Georgia. Effective Digital Citizenship Education. What Your Students Really Need to Know About Digital Citizenship. See her bio.

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