Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 24, 2015

Pedagogic experts have spent an enormous amount of time attempting to unravel the definition of ‘educated’ It used to be the 3 R’s–reading, writing, and ‘rithmetic. I then point out connections to Common Core, the IB Program, and the common sense your grandma shared with you.

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DECEMBER 11, 2020

Comics are a timely visual medium for digital storytelling done in a way that resonates with students. It’s equally appropriate for fiction and nonfiction and does a solid job of reinforcing Common Core standards related to writing, literacy, and language. It may be a Canva templates, Storyboard That! Click to view slideshow.

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JUNE 23, 2016

If you look it up in the Free Dictionary, you find this definition: The act or process of producing and recording words in a form that can be read and understood. What they have defined as ‘writing’ is actually writing conventions, tools, and activities rather than its purpose, goals, and definition. More on Writing.

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APRIL 29, 2016

Here’s what I found: Fifty (at the date of this publication) free fast-paced K-6 interactive math games that are Common Core-aligned and suited for varied student learning styles, with activities that advance with student skills, and no internet connection required (though WiFi is required).

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 14, 2015

‘Close reading’ entered the teacher’s lexicon with this Common Core literacy anchor standard: Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. first read. second read.

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Baker's B.Y.O.D.

AUGUST 30, 2013

I have started to get my head around the British school system and think I might understand what the Common Core is, and Stibaly Johnson’s talk about how to use Edmodo definitely inspired me anyway. But then I was just slightly curious about the Digital Citizenship talk, and got stuck in the interesting discussion.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

Comics are a timely visual medium for digital storytelling done in a way that resonates with students. It’s equally appropriate for fiction and nonfiction and does a solid job of reinforcing Common Core standards related to writing, literacy, and language. It may be one like Storyboard That! Click to view slideshow.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

Here’s how it works: The teacher shares out a grade- or topic-specific prompt (chosen from three categories: argumentative, narrative, and informative, and aligned with Common Core, SAT, ACT, or a variety of other state standards) through the program dashboard. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-8 technology for 15 years.

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APRIL 30, 2015

Let’s go to Webster’s definition instead: The act or job of creating computer programs. This complicated definition is why–historically–programming, IT, and Computer Science have been of interest only to the geekiest of kids. Not much better. To techies, ‘programming’ or ‘coding’ is.

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JUNE 17, 2015

Grammaropolis is aligned with both national Common Core standards and Texas Expected Knowledge and Skills Objectives for grades K-6. The app is well-suited to the Common Core math class or schools that follow the Everyday Math program, offering a distinct difference in its approach to accomplishing traditional math functions.

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Baker's B.Y.O.D.

APRIL 6, 2013

To adapt Kelly''s words, writing is also about playing with the "color and tonality" of words so that words take shape and have a "definite relationship" that has "clarity and measure". Granted, our obsession with this painting was seemingly in a joking manner, but the fact remains that painting is still hanging in Gallery 915. "I

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NOVEMBER 9, 2018

Comics are a timely visual medium for digital storytelling done in a way that resonates with students. It’s equally appropriate for fiction and nonfiction and does a solid job of reinforcing Common Core standards related to writing, literacy, and language. It may be one like Storyboard That! Click to view slideshow.

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Baker's B.Y.O.D.

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

While the Common Core Curriculum Standards are supposed to provide English teachers with a common core of skills and texts, English classes are not standardized because the scope is too broad. Multitasking is definitely not the answer for cooking or writing. Off to finish dinner! ) He also replied on his own blog.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 9, 2017

Discuss not just your years of experience, but the student groups you’ve taught, the philosophies you’ve followed (such as IB or Common Core), parent needs met, pedagogy you’ve rolled out, teacher groups you’ve led, and more. Definitely mention if you can teach robotics, drones, or programming languages.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Take digital citizenship, an area that is evolving before our eyes, and one that by definition cannot possibly be taught from print materials. It’s a critical topic as we approach another election season, where many citizens will get their information from ever-morphing new media and sources.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 6, 2015

Grammaropolis is aligned with both national Common Core standards and Texas Expected Knowledge and Skills Objectives for grades K-6. You won’t have to force them to memorize words and definitions–they’ll ask to do it. All books are aligned with Common Core ELA standards. Educational Applications.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 6, 2016

From polls to digital tools, the articles, resources, and videos can help reshape or clarify the role technology plays in everyday assessment. Check out some of the reviews and ratings of Common Sense Education's Top Picks. If You Are a Librarian or EdTech Coach: Start with the Digital Citizenship Curriculum.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 6, 2016

From polls to digital tools, the articles, resources, and videos can help reshape or clarify the role technology plays in everyday assessment. Check out some of the reviews and ratings of Common Sense Education's Top Picks. If You Are a Librarian or EdTech Coach: Start with the Digital Citizenship Curriculum.

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Graphite Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2016

For teachers, NaNoWriMo has Common Core-aligned lesson plans, fun writing exercises, an assessment rubric, a "Virtual Classroom" for tracking kids' progress, and an educator community. Expand your definition of writing. Join an online community. But are you thinking about these artifacts as writing compositions?

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Graphite Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2015

For teachers, NaNoWriMo has Common Core-aligned lesson plans, fun writing exercises, an assessment rubric, a "Virtual Classroom" for tracking kids' progress, and an educator community. Expand your definition of writing. Join an online community. But are you thinking about these artifacts as writing compositions?

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TeachThought - Learn better.

JULY 8, 2015

First, some quick clarification so that we have a common language. To push it further, one definition of disruption might be a bottom-up cause that substantially effects the ecology it is a part of (e.g., Common Core standards (this one’s not sexy, but few factors impact education more than this index of academic content).

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MSEDTechie

OCTOBER 8, 2015

Most were striking it down, and calling for an end to Common Core, because in their opinion, it excludes the “basics.” Now, I would agree that there are definitely still some broad areas of concern with the implementation of technology in education, but this change is not all bad. Is technology a top priority?

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Graphite Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Some tools definitely have more potential than others. Bottom line: A solid resource for Common Core math instruction as well as foundational knowledge in a number of other subjects. Bottom line: A great fit for teachers looking to develop students' writing and digital citizenship skills through storybook creation.

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Shake Up Learning

OCTOBER 8, 2019

The Khan Academy Kids curriculum was developed in collaboration with learning experts at the Stanford Graduate School of Education, and is aligned with Common Core standards and the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework. Khan Academy Kids is 100% free, with no ads, subscriptions, or in-app purchases.”

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Graphite Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Some tools definitely have more potential than others. Missions boost learning with balance of focus, freedom to explore Bottom line: A solid resource for Common Core math instruction as well as foundational knowledge in a number of other subjects. But just how effective are these tools at helping students learn? Khan Academy.

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Graphite Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Some tools definitely have more potential than others. Missions boost learning with balance of focus, freedom to explore Bottom line: A solid resource for Common Core math instruction as well as foundational knowledge in a number of other subjects. But just how effective are these tools at helping students learn? Khan Academy.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

In addition to new definitions, models, and strategies, citations and references will also be added periodically, as will updates, corrections, edits, and revisions. Digital Citizenship. Common Core) for individual students. MIT on Digital Citizenship. Revisions: Persistently updated. ” (9).

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NeverEndingSearch

FEBRUARY 12, 2017

Definitions are the results of the discussions among 30 academics and mediators representing the full political spectrum. Resources are Common Core-aligned and designed to support interdisciplinary learning and foster critical thinking, collaboration, and communication, and support Social Emotional Learning (SEL).

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

APRIL 9, 2014

Monday, April 14th in Nashville, TN Free Tools to Help Schools Harness Technology for Learning , Join Common Sense Media to learn about their suite of free resources to help schools harness the potential of technology for learning. Three main resources will be covered.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

APRIL 29, 2014

Partner Announcements Center for Teaching Quality : Share your definitions of what #TeachingIs to honor teachers this Teacher Appreciation Week! Wednesday, April 30th at 4pm Free BrainPOP Webinar: ELLs and the Common Core , Are you an ESL teacher struggling to address the Common Core? More information at [link].

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