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DECEMBER 5, 2020

BeeBop –based on the Beebop floor robot–free. C-STEM Studio –download to teach computers, science, technology, engineering and math with robotics. Hummingbird Robotics. Stencyl –build games without coding with downloaded software. Click for Robotics 101 lesson plan. Looking for a Class Robot?

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NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Pivot Stickfigure Animator –free, download, powerful, with a cult following. Stencyl –build games without coding with downloaded software. BeeBop –based on the Beebop floor robot–free. C-STEM Studio –download to teach computers, science, technology, engineering and math with robotics. Learn to code. Apps Geyser.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 10, 2016

C-STEM Studio is a California A-G approved curriculum and turn-key solution for teaching science, technology, engineering and mathematics through computing and robotics. RoboSim –students program a virtual robot of their choice (by picking from among Lego Mindstorm and others) in a virtual environment. why bother. Why Bother.

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JUNE 23, 2024

For many, it means attending conferences like ISTE June 24th or the NEA Aspiring Ed Conference June 29th to learn the newest ideas in AI, Chromebooks, Robotics, and more. Check before downloading to be sure it serves your needs. If you aren’t a veteran conference attendee, you may wonder what to bring.

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JULY 15, 2019

Education has many disruptors–3D Printing, AR and VR, 1:1 technology, STEM, and STEAM–but a recent and wildly popular one is robotics. One I discovered this summer is Wonder Workshop’s collection of three robots — Cue, Dash, and Dot. That, by the way, is one of my favorite parts of this fun little robot.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2016

How to train your robot –a lesson plan from Dr. Techniko. Program a human robot (unplugged). How do you program a robot –BBC’s version of this topic; includes a video, game, and more. Pivot Stickfigure Animator –free, download, powerful, with a cult following. Lego Digital Designer. Scratch Jr.

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JANUARY 24, 2019

the Ergobot to teach both Forces & Motion and Programming & Robotics. hundreds of free labs for download from their website. While you’re waiting, download the free software to your phone or laptop (or iPad). in a robotics and programming application (with PASCO’s ErgoBot). bridge building kits.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2018

We are also bringing them robotics kits and tools to learn about the Internet of Things. EDTECH: Some educators and parents have voiced concern over the harmful effects of using technology without teaching responsible use and good digital citizenship. How does Verizon approach this concern? by Eli Zimmerman.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2015

How to train your robot –a lesson plan from Dr. Techniko. Program a human robot (unplugged). Auto Hotkey –free–simple shortkey programming for students; requires download. Lego Digital Designer. Robotics–using NXT and Lego Mindstorm. Daisy the Dinosaur —intro to programming via iPad. Kindergarten coding.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

Auto Hotkeys is a free download for the Windows platform that enables users to program a series of keystrokes to launch programs, open documents, send mouse clicks and movements–accomplish pretty much anything they want. Human Robot. Ask a student (or several) to explain required steps using another teacher as the ‘robot’.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Kindergarten — Human Robot. Before starting, review the digital citizenship associated with visiting an online site (such as privacy, staying on the assigned website, and not talking to strangers). Grade-levels below are guidelines. Feel free to use whichever project fits your students. Second Grade — Animation.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2017

Kindergarten — Human Robot. Before starting, review the digital citizenship associated with visiting an online site (such as privacy, staying on the assigned website, and not talking to strangers). Pivot Stick Figure is a download. Grade-levels below are guidelines. Start young programmers by teaching sequencing.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2017

Playing against another human (not robots) inspires students to try harder to prove they know their stuff. Download Zapzapmath for Apple / iOS devices: [link]. Download Zapzapmath for Android devices: [link]. Note to Zapzapmath folks: This is an excellent addition. Click to view slideshow.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Auto Hotkeys is a free download for the Windows platform that enables users to program a series of keystrokes to launch programs, open documents, send mouse clicks and movements–accomplish pretty much anything they want it to. Human Robot. If the student forgets to say ‘turn around’, the human robot won’t.

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JANUARY 9, 2016

There are many options, but a new one I just met is Windows-based Cloud Backup Robot (when they responded to my donation request). You create an account, download a bit of software, configure the back-up schedule for automatic or manual, and then push the button to get started. I always recommend this to my students.

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DECEMBER 3, 2019

Kindergarten — Human Robot. Before starting, review the digital citizenship associated with visiting an online site (such as privacy, staying on the assigned website, and not talking to strangers). Pivot Stick Figure is a download. Grade-levels below are guidelines. Start young programmers by teaching sequencing.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

There are endless examples, from games to robots to programming. The Code itself is an image file that can be copied, pasted, embedded, downloaded, and uploaded — anything you’d normally do to an image file. If your primary digital device is a desktop, use a downloaded software tool like the free Code Two.

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Hapara

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

For instance, this middle school Workspace asks pairs and groups to explore several digital citizenship scenarios that apply to their age group. Hands-on STEM activities When Heather Rentz was an innovation coach at Buffalo Trail Public Schools, she brought robotics and coding into classrooms.

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MARCH 9, 2015

Here’s a downloadable free lesson plan on using Khan Academy in your classroom. The Digital Citizen. Draw a student on the Smartscreen and have students add all the digital devices they use on a daily basis. If you haven’t set up student accounts, have the school IT folk there to assist. Single images work best.

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EdTechTeam

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

While it’s not listed in the 7 transformations, the overarching goal will be to help students navigate their digital world and build a positive digital footprint. The first month of school will be focused on lessons on digital citizenship and leadership. 7 Educational Transformations: 1.

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MAY 14, 2015

The reading voice is a bit robotic for me. Teachers can download free apps and leveled libraries from the iTunes App Store. She is the editor/author of dozens of tech ed resources including a K-8 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum. Educational Applications. Insider tips.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

AUGUST 13, 2014

Saturday, August 16th at 11:30am Making a Better World: Teaching Digital Citizenship and 21st Century Skills , Students grow up in a digital world with potential for communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creation. How can we help students participate safely, responsibly, and ethically in digital spaces?

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techlearning

JUNE 21, 2018

The application is free to download from the App Store or Google Play. launch of Be a Maker, an all-new mobile application that teaches children how to code by allowing them to program their Jibo robot. Bubble Bot features a bubble-blowing robot or a Fan of Fortune, a prediction game. announced the U.S.

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techlearning

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

The video is part of Impero’s work to support schools in keeping students safe online and promoting good digital citizenship. The company has partnered with advocacy organizations to produce white papers at the 2017 and 2016 Digital Citizenship Summits and provides online monitoring software to schools.

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MSEDTechie

OCTOBER 8, 2015

4) What digital citizenship curriculum are students exposed to? Will you provide opportunities for parents to learn more about raising digital citizens? With increased use of technology inside and outside of the classroom, it is important to educate students and parents on being good digital citizens.

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techlearning

JULY 18, 2018

Consider subscribing to their newsletter to find out when you can download the game. What's special : There are a lot of new tools that aim to combat bullying or just handle behavioral and digital citizenship issues. While this all sounds great, there's a serious investment to get all the robots, sensors, maps, and cameras.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 27, 2018

Consider subscribing to their newsletter to find out when you can download the game. What's special: There are a lot of new tools that aim to combat bullying or just handle behavioral and digital citizenship issues. Are you a language teacher? Extempore is worth a look. What's different?

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 27, 2018

Consider subscribing to their newsletter to find out when you can download the game. What's special: There are a lot of new tools that aim to combat bullying or just handle behavioral and digital citizenship issues. Are you a language teacher? Extempore is worth a look. What's different?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 21, 2017

KidPix (software download or app). Photoshop (software download or online subscription). TuxPaint (free software download). Like the digital music sites above, with these sites, students can communicate their knowledge as suits their learning style. Robotics integrates all STEAM fields in a way no other subject can.

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Doug Levin

AUGUST 28, 2017

Tagged on: August 26, 2017 The Secret to a Good Robot Teacher | The New York Times → Why is educational technology such a disappointment? It’s a treasure trove of PII that you can use to do all kinds of things,” she said. Now a consumer rights group has forced Redmond to promise it will never do it again, in Germany at least.

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Doug Levin

AUGUST 28, 2017

Tagged on: August 26, 2017 The Secret to a Good Robot Teacher | The New York Times → Why is educational technology such a disappointment? It’s a treasure trove of PII that you can use to do all kinds of things,” she said. Now a consumer rights group has forced Redmond to promise it will never do it again, in Germany at least.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 14, 2014

Digital Citizenship Week. We’re proud to be in partnership with Common Sense Education to celebrate the Second Annual Digital Citizenship Week – October 19th -25th. Join us to shine a spotlight on the importance of helping kids learn how to create safe, responsible digital lives. For more information visit [link].

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