EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 16, 2019

Q&A: Adam Welcome on How K–12 Educators Can Integrate Technology for Engagement. In order to use technology properly in the classroom, teachers need to take a back seat and allow students to spend more time as the drivers of their own education, says educational consultant and public speaker Adam Welcome. .

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 29, 2021

Welcome to the 10 Minute Teacher podcast hosted by author, educator, speaker, and mom, the Cool Cat Teacher, Vicki Davis. Yeah, it definitely is. And probably not as much at the middle school and high school level but at elementary certainly they want to know who their teachers are. All opinions are my own. BUMPER: 00:32.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 1, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Dr. Lydia Gonzalez, author of “Bad at Math: Dismantling Harmful Beliefs That Hinder Equitable Mathematics Education,” talks about the societal norms that make it acceptable to be “bad at math” and how these beliefs can be detrimental to learning.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

Lucy Gray and Steve Hargadon, Global Education Conference co-chairs, talk about the Global Education Conference 2017 that runs from November 13-16. Lucy Gray and Steve Hargadon for Global Education Conference. Vicki: The Global Education Conference is here, November 13-16! What is the Global Education Conference ?

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 11, 2019

Karen Lirenman and Kristen Wideen on episode 512 From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter 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.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 17, 2020

We screen shared for about 2 1/2 hours but I clipped this down to smaller bites and separated it by topic so that educators around the world can use these for onboarding students and teachers.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 30, 2018

Digital citizenship education doesn’t work in a lecture format. Jennifer Gonzalez has released her 2018 Teachers Guide to Technology with over 200 education technology tools including tools for assessment, flipped learning, presentations, parent engagement, video engagement and more. It’s definitely a work in progress.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 25, 2018

A few years ago, a group at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte received a grant from the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction that paid for notebooks and software for creating a professional development program for elementary school teachers. Ensure that the Technology Enhances Learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 20, 2022

At the beginning of the 21st century, the definition of digital equity revolved around the provision of a digital device to every student. As digital equity discussions matured and hyperbole became reality, educators found that those loudly-touted digital devices often became paperweights. Access this collection via the website.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 15, 2022

In particular, math teachers and elementary teachers will love the manipulatives that you can adapt for your own lessons. . So, definitely, build your library first so you have resources available. In a larger class, I would definitely have students split into 4 person groups. Build Your Lessons in Lumio. Now, the fun begins.

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Waterford

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Encouraging Culturally Responsive Teaching for Multilingual Learners Prioritizing multilingual support and education in schools helps engage multilingual families. Educators whose first language is English sometimes exhibit a bias while teaching multi-language learning students, whether intentionally or subconsciously.

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User Generated Education

JANUARY 30, 2022

I definitely liked the thrill of winning but equally so interacting with my friends while we played the games. I understand and believe in value of learning through board games, and have incorporated them into my classrooms – both elementary and higher education – throughout my decades long teaching career.

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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. innovatewithipad.com.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 11, 2018

EDTECH: What interest have you seen from educators on including computer science in curricula? NULAND: We're definitely seeing a bit of an uptick in requests related to computer science programming. MORE FROM EDTECH: K-12 schools are improving classroom equity through education technology integration! by Eli Zimmerman.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

I like the definition of gratitude and its benefits from Psychology Today : “Gratitude is an emotion expressing appreciation for what one has—as opposed to, say, a consumer-oriented emphasis on what one wants or needs—and is currently receiving a great deal of attention as a facet of positive psychology. Start by defining gratitude.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 17, 2018

Learn about her transformation into a global educator because her students got excited and led the way. Books to Africa and My Personal Transformation to a Global Educator. Julie: Well, I am very passionate about the fact that I think that all children should have equal access to education. Most definitely. Listen Now.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 15, 2022

Developed in collaboration with researchers at the Harvard School of Education, students read aloud and the tool collects data on fluency and accountability (think words correct per minute and total time read, among others) and a recording and transcript of their reading. Norwood Elementary School. in just 5-10 minutes.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JANUARY 14, 2020

I would definitely recommend this conference to any educator in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education. At one point in her keynote she noted this is why the Arts is one of the most important parts of STEAM education. Karan Watson, STEM 4 Innovation Keynote Speaker.

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The Hechinger Report

MARCH 2, 2023

Her two youngest, both attending Vancouver’s Washington Elementary School, had struggled with remote learning and still lagged their peers in basic math and reading. Washington state’s eviction moratorium was set to expire the next month. Suka feared what a notice-to-vacate would mean for her children. Public schools identified 1.1

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 4, 2023

Figjam is part of the Adobe Figma suite of tools and is free for educators and their students. How do you set up a Figma/ Figjam education account? Tom’s public education experience includes Special Education, Social Studies, educational technology coaching, and digital design. Figma, definitely start with Figjam.

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Digital Promise

MAY 27, 2020

For superintendents in the Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools , this is an opportunity to examine and reimagine their education systems under new constraints. We also assumed that a lot of our educators also had [internet] access, and we provided devices. We’re good at this kind of stuff in education,” he said. “I’ve

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Leslie Swanson-Anaya @InspiredLeslie elementary teacher of the year for Texas region 15 has ideas for awesome technology stations. And we forgot to mention that you’re actually an Elementary Teacher of the Year in Texas for Region 15, so these are elementary kids doing these really cool projects. Vicki: Oh, fun! Vicki: Cool.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 10, 2018

The key to future-proofing education is to empower students to not only think, but to apply their thinking in relevant ways to demonstrate what has been learned. During a coaching visit I observed Zaina Hussein , a 4th-grade teacher at Wells Elementary , use this with her students (see image below). Hatton, N., & & Smith, D.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 6, 2019

Most educators desire meaningful feedback that can be used as a catalyst for growth. As you reflect on the two definitions above, what pathway would you prefer? Virtually no educator wants to have suggestions dictated to him or her. used as a basis for improvement. used as a basis for improvement.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 31, 2024

While educators are leaving the field at unprecedented rates , many districts are scrambling to meet the needs of all their students. Understanding the Prevalence of Trauma Among Black Women Educators When I look back over my journey as a Black educator, there were many unforgettable, challenging moments.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 14, 2021

At the beginning of the 21st century, the definition of digital equity revolved around the provision of a digital device to every student. As digital equity discussions matured and hyperbole became reality, educators found that those loudly-touted digital devices often became paperweights. Access this collection via the website.

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Digital Promise

APRIL 3, 2020

Nick Schiner (Infant and Pre-K Parent): I think it is important to level set that, just because I am an educator, I don’t feel like I have all (or any!) It never feels like enough and I want other parents and educators to know that feeling is normal and means we’re doing the best we can! of the answers.

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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Read on for the top 5 advantages to technology in the classroom or visit our education solutions page for more insights on EdTech. Not only do students feel motivated and energized by technology in the classroom, but they also participate in active learning, a most worthy educational goal. That makes it a definite win for the students.

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User Generated Education

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Here is a run down of the learning activities I did with my gifted elementary students to teach them about their brains: Introduction to the Brain. Cards were created that had parts of the brain images on one of the paired cards and the definitions on the other. Students were asked to read aloud the definitions when they match a pair.

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Waterford

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

The Internet has revolutionized much of modern life, especially when it comes to education. There’s not a concrete definition, but it can be any form of expression (online or off) intended to “vilify, humiliate, or incite hatred against a group or class of people.” National Center for Education Statistics. What is hate speech?

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Waterford

JULY 7, 2022

It happens when families commit to making their child’s education a priority, and teachers commit to listening and collaborating with families. With involvement, teachers hold the primary responsibility to set educational goals. Children with families engaged in their education are more likely to: Earn higher grades and test scores[1].

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Waterford

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Media literacy’s simplest definition is “the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and create media in a variety of forms.”[3] The good news is that information is easier to come by than ever before—many students, even at an elementary age, have access to smartphones, the Internet, and a pervasive, never-ending flow of social media.

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Waterford

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Read on to learn more about the average attention span for elementary school students based on current research. What Is the Average Attention Span for Elementary Students? Students in older elementary grades will have longer attention spans than younger students. Family Education Staff. Hocus Pocus, Everybody Focus.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 27, 2018

Eric: You could definitely use these with your elementary students without a doubt. The idea is that since the words that I chose are the Dolch words, the first about hundred or so are those words — those are definitely words that students are learning in K-1-2. Vicki: What age do you think these are perfect for?

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eSchool News

APRIL 7, 2025

The 2025 Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) Annual Conference went down last week in Seattle, bringing together district technology leaders, superintendents, and education innovators from across the United States. I wasnt able to attend in person this year but was able to catch up with a few who were.I’ll

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 7, 2017

He also discusses how educators can join the innovators who are crafting and exploring this new education paradigm today. You can also use and create breakout educational experiences. VR as a new educational paradigm. Vicki: Virtual Reality is a new education paradigm. Students can program. Enhanced Transcript.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 21, 2018

Understandably, there is still some hesitation at the idea of using this technology, as education professionals fear the day robots will replace teachers. Programs like Century Tech use AI to study student engagement and responses in order to help teachers and education administrators understand how their students learn.

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