A Principal's Reflections

MAY 31, 2012

To engage students in her classroom, she has developed an interactive, student-centered learning environment. Mrs. Chellani refers to Adobe Captivate as a “PowerPoint on Wheels.” Kanchan Chellani, one of our math teachers here at NMHS, is very enthusiastic and creative.

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ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

What makes for the best monitors for teachers has been evolving alongside the evolution of touchscreen technologies. In the digital age, with an increasing number of learning activities being carried out using a computer, some have questioned whether there is a long-term role for handwriting in education. .

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ViewSonic Education

MARCH 2, 2022

Also referred to as a virtual or online whiteboard, a digital whiteboard is a software solution that replicates the functions of an analog whiteboard. While it provided a smooth transition from the blackboard in the past to modern solutions, it poses many limitations in today’s technologically advanced world.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 13, 2018

Ila Mishra, a specialist in both LMS and virtual classrooms, has this informative explanation of how teachers can increase their social learning while teaching online classes: Social Learning is defined as learning through observing behavior, attitudes, and outcomes of those behaviors. College Credit Classes in Blended Learning.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 12, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Students can build apps and collaboration skills at the same time. Today's episode features my friend Alefiya Master, the CEO of MAD-Learn, and the sponsor of today's show. For more information, visit MAD-Learn's website. It needs to be all of.

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eSchool News

MARCH 21, 2025

Incorporating technology within classrooms In today’s digital world, where technology is readily accessible, it is crucial for classroom learning to align with current technological trends and innovations. These activities allow them to learn from each other and view different perspectives. link] Moser, K.

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Educational Technology Guy

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

And while there are certainly some challenges and drawbacks when it comes to online learning, the truth is that it appears to be here to stay in a world where technology is king. Implementing cloud technology is easier than ever, and the system brings several benefits. What, Exactly, is Cloud Computing?

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Neo LMS

MARCH 19, 2019

Do you know what is usually missing from the Dreaded Collaboration Project? Usually many things, but one main thing is the lack of collaborative technology that is not shown in any TV show. Read on to find out how to create a collaborative learning space using an LMS. Use team assignments. Effective communication.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 5, 2021

The technology's here. And there are also what roboticists refer to as “care receiving” as opposed to “caregiving” robots. And [follows] the Seymour Papert idea that you learn by teaching a technology to do something. It kind of goes back to 1980s theories of social constructivist learning. And if so, how?

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Tech Helpful

DECEMBER 29, 2016

Recently one of our fifth grade teachers, Alice Sikkema, was chosen to present in the poster sessions at Georgia Education Technology Conference (GaETC). One of the things shared was the list of "tried and true" technology usage by grade level at our elementary school. She rocked it! The students are introduced to the research process.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

The integration of digital tools such as interactive software, cloud-based platforms, and adaptive learning systems has shifted traditional educational models towards more personalized, flexible, and engaging learning experiences. What is the definition of educational technology?

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Through tailoring schedules to meet the needs of our students and their families, we’ve been able to increase engagement and encourage ownership of learning. We ended that article with a Spiderman reference: “With great power, comes great responsibility.”

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 30, 2015

’ You might even understand the purpose of a PLN–to provide educators with a collaborative learning environment–but think you don’t need one, or staff development provided by your school is all you can handle. refer to it in your social media. 10 Tips for Teachers who Struggle with Technology.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

One notable piece of K-12 tech innovation news is the integration of interactive devices and digital learning tools, transforming static learning spaces into dynamic, multimedia-rich environments. These devices and tools empower teachers to create engaging lessons, fostering a more interactive and collaborative learning experience.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Collaborative Learning Environment. Customization helps you personalize the online learning environment for college students. It also eliminates any third-party vendor references. Education Technology / June 6, 2019. Education Technology / February 28, 2018. Education Technology / December 12, 2019.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 20, 2024

My purpose behind this post is to introduce you to UDL, explain what it is and talk about the different ways you can use it in your classroom to enhance your teaching and boost students learning. To learn more about UDL, I encourage you to dig deeper into references at the bottom of the post. different brain networks.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

MAY 19, 2024

eLearning has revolutionized the mode of learning in classrooms and introduced a new way to engage in discussions. This synergy of education and technology has been known as EdTech for some time now. EdTech has enabled the delivery of quality educational content through digital learning to learners from all corners of the world.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 10, 2017

It has evolved over time, and now, along with me, some other teachers in our school refer to the revamped syllabi as “learning journeys.”. Perhaps the biggest change was that I replaced the content and skills portion with two new segments: collaborative learning and passion-based learning.

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Learning Confluence

JULY 1, 2018

The institutional learning management system affords a safe and reliable albeit often less than inspiring space for learning. New digital learning environments using the affordances of Web 2.0 technologies support connected and collaborative pedagogies. Digital learning environments using the affordances of Web 2.0

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ViewSonic Education

JANUARY 1, 2019

Over the past few years the education industry has been experiencing a shift away traditional learning environments. Incorporating technology in the classroom has paved the way for a myriad of innovative methods and practices that are aimed at improving upon teaching structures of the past. What is blended learning?

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 1, 2018

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. Shift #1 is that Students are collaborators. So we’re going to talk today about some of the latest research in education technology.

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eSchool News

MAY 16, 2016

Building collaboration skills today means building global collaboration skills. Ed note : Innovation in Action is a monthly column from the International Society of Technology in Education focused on exem plary practices in education. In practical terms, it means collaboration can take on a whole new persona.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

If you’re selected as a finalist, you’ll win technology and prizes to help your STEAM project come to reality. Go to coolcatteacher.com/samsungsolve to learn more. Those pieces are in my Foundational Learning segment. Then we move into a personal segment where they do a Passion-Based Learning Project.

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The Hechinger Report

JUNE 20, 2017

Chun’s district is at the forefront of a national movement to turn K-12 librarians into indispensable digital mavens who can help classroom teachers craft tech-savvy lesson plans, teach kids to think critically about online research, and remake libraries into lively, high-tech hubs of collaborative learning — while still helping kids get books.

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My Island View

DECEMBER 15, 2017

I think I might be in a state of depression as a result of my addiction to television News shows and the recent development of an affliction that I refer to as “screen screaming”. The big question that educators often ponder seems to be: In this age of technology and innovation does technology improve student learning?

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Kitaboo on EdTech

MAY 23, 2019

Earlier, publishers used to distribute extra learning resources which students can buy and refer in order to make notes. But now, instead of providing those extra learning materials in the print format, publishers are embedding them into the eBook itself.

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Learning with 'e's

MARCH 20, 2013

Ostensibly, learning is an individual goal, and each student does tend to learn in their own way, using their own favoured approaches and tools. We refer to this as personalised learning ( a video explains ). Collaborative learning does not undermine or contradict personalised learning.

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User Generated Education

OCTOBER 16, 2015

Makers tap into an American admiration for self-reliance and combine that with open-source learning, contemporary design and powerful personal technology like 3-D printers. Affordable Maker Technologies. For example, younger makers can turn to DIY , a safe online community for kids to discover and learn new skills.

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Learning with 'e's

JUNE 12, 2020

In order to rationalise activities within such a collaborative space, it is prudent to identify a framework within which activities can be defined. Several activities have been used often in recent wiki based learning with my trainee teachers and it is possible to locate these within the phases proposed by Gunawardena and her colleagues.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Collaboration is not confined by physical barriers–global learning communities connect and share insights in real-time. Adaptive learning technologies cater to individual needs, optimizing educational paths for diverse learners. What is smart learning in the digital age? Why is digital learning important?

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Learning with 'e's

APRIL 8, 2012

And yet, in formal learning settings, learner-learner interaction can be used as a valuable pedagogical technique to encourage free thinking, deeper engagement with the topic, debate and discursive activities, collaborative learning and much more. Image by Alvaro Canivell References Hillman, D.C.A., Willis, D.J.

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Veative

AUGUST 20, 2018

Cuban defines useful instructional technology as any teaching tool available to teachers for use in instructing students in a more efficient and thought provoking manner, instead of depending solely on the use of the teacher’s voice. Students are eager to see the new technology because it’s part of their culture’ (2018). Bhuvanesh Ram.

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Learning with 'e's

FEBRUARY 8, 2014

I was certainly speaking for a time before the advent of what is now referred to as Web 2.0 In this paper, having revisited my previous speeches I''m going to try to gaze once more into the near future in an attempt to determine what education might look like in the light of the technological developments that comprise Web 2.0.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

AUGUST 14, 2023

This easy-to-reference guide allows you to take this knowledge with you, reflecting my passion for empowering educators, students, and lifelong learners in their pursuit of engaging, meaningful education. Consider it a companion guide in your own adventure in experiential learning. References 1. What is Social Reconstructionism?

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The Cornerstone for Teachers

SEPTEMBER 23, 2017

Introduce learning activities by explaining how they are designed to benefit kids’ brains. For example, when you teach students how to do collaborative learning activities, tell them that talking about what they’ve learned helps them own and process the information better, and grows more dendrites.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

From traditional methods like lectures to innovative approaches such as active classroom learning and technology integration, these techniques play a vital role in shaping educational outcomes. Additionally, collaborative learning promotes teamwork and peer interaction through group activities and discussions.

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Shake Up Learning

AUGUST 17, 2021

At the heart of the Dynamic Learning Model are the four Cs: creativity, communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills. Foundational for learning transformation, the four Cs help prepare students for the future. I often refer to the 4 C’s as the “ Superfoods of Learning.”

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