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FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Well help you integrate tech into your curriculum, teach digital citizenship, differentiate for your learners, and more. The Tech-infused Teacher Certificate The 21 st Century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. We wrote the books.

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APRIL 7, 2025

Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum.

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NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Technology Use and Wellness: How to Guide Students in a Digital Age The amount of time young Americans spend staring at a screen has reached unprecedented levels. As such, parents and educators must be more proactive in managing technology use to mitigate these health consequences.

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FEBRUARY 10, 2021

When I started teaching technology almost twenty years ago, I taught K-8, three classes in each grade every week. I was buried under lesson plans, grades, and parent meetings. Even a decade ago, technology was an extra class in student schedules where now, it is a life skill. Kindergartners love technology.

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AUGUST 17, 2021

He has some interesting reflections on technology’s place in education: Remember the days of Oregon Trail on the old Apple IIe’s or students drawing pictures with Kid Pix. Much has changed since technology has made inroads into education, and much has not. So how do we know if the technology used in the classroom works? .

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NOVEMBER 16, 2019

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Once you’re signed up, you prepare weekly material, chat with classmates, respond to class Discussion Boards and quizzes, and participate in a weekly video meeting. Everything is online.

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APRIL 28, 2025

As students increasingly seek flexible and interactive learning experiences, the conventional approach may not meet their needs any longer. Moreover, virtual classrooms often utilize a variety of technological tools that enhance interactivity and collaboration. Another concern is the varying levels of access to technology.

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AUGUST 21, 2019

If you missed this article over at ReadiLearn , here are my thoughts about teaching technology in kindergarten: Why Kindergartners Must Learn Technology. When I started teaching technology almost twenty years ago, I taught K-8, three classes in each grade every week. I was buried under lesson plans, grades, and parent meetings.

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JANUARY 27, 2021

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Once you’re signed up, you prepare weekly material, chat with classmates, respond to class Discussion Boards and quizzes, and participate in a weekly video meeting. Everything is online.

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OCTOBER 21, 2021

We know technology is a challenge for veteran teachers. What is surprising is that many teacher programs don’t prepare their graduates well for the rigors of using technology to meet current educational requirements. Moreover, the general use of technology has changed. And here lies the problem.

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MAY 17, 2022

And when it comes to exam prep, there’s no reason you can’t use technology to make the process more engaging for your students. Technology can be a valuable tool for accomplishing this goal, and in this post, we’ll take a look at seven ways educators can use technology to help students prepare for exams.

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APRIL 17, 2018

Instructional Technology Coaching (ITC) is a prevalent method of deploying on-going professional development for teachers , with a specific focus on the integration of technology into both the curriculum, as well as the method of instruction. 12 Rules of effective Instructional Technology Coaching.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2022

We’ll help you integrate tech into your curriculum, teach digital citizenship, differentiate for your learners, and more. The 21 st Century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. Building Digital Citizens. digital citizenship.

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AUGUST 21, 2018

“Technology use must, first and foremost, be designed to support learning goals, not the other way around.”. Ottenbreit-Leftwich in their 2013 study of authentic technology-enabled learning, highlights the main challenge coaches face when trying to support teachers using technology. It’s easy to let technology take center stage.

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APRIL 11, 2021

Even with all of these challenges, opportunities have arisen to take education in a different and better direction to create a new normal that better meets learners' needs. Educators can benefit from thousands of publicly shared Workspaces aligned to the local curriculum and customize them to meet their learners' needs.

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AUGUST 27, 2021

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Once you’re signed up, you prepare weekly material, chat with classmates, respond to class Discussion Boards and quizzes, and participate in a weekly video meeting. Everything is online.

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DECEMBER 11, 2021

This week, I’ll post my updated suggestions for three holiday activities that will get your computers and technology ready for the blitz of teaching that starts after the New Year. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. For new readers, these are like body armor in the tech battle. Your choice.

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MARCH 12, 2025

Some are overpriced, some deliver rushed work, and some dont really care whether the writing actually meets academic standards. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. The Best Way to Get Assignment Help Not all writing services are the same.

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MARCH 22, 2021

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Once you’re signed up, you prepare weekly material, chat with classmates, respond to class Discussion Boards and quizzes, and participate in a weekly video meeting. Everything is online.

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AUGUST 23, 2021

Minimum enrollment of 5; delivered digitally to your school or District. The 21 st Century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. Students join a Google Classroom-based class and meet weekly with instructor to discuss class activities and assignments.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2024

33% off right now through February 3, 2024 How to Achieve Common Core with Tech is a four-volume series that focuses on using technology to meet Common Core standards in Language, Writing, Reading, Speaking/Listening (not yet available), and Math. What these books show is how to use technology to teach.

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OCTOBER 22, 2021

Here’s a preview: Research shows that more students will not meet grade-level benchmarks this fall due to COVID learning disruptions. How Wearable Technology is Changing Education and Easing Disabilities. A Helping Hand: Assistive Technology Tools for Writing. 3 Great Special Needs Digital Tools.

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DECEMBER 18, 2023

Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] While edtech tools are in most classrooms, not every educator understands how to use technology in meaningful ways. Student engagement was the main driver to teaching the learning outcomes, and Heather helped educators do this with technology. Everything was then placed into Google Drive.

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MARCH 18, 2025

Today, technology is transforming the way students learn and teachers approach instruction, making the K-12 classroom more engaging and personalized than ever. Of course, both the benefits and challenges of classroom technology are worth considering. Five benefits of technology in the classroom 1.

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JANUARY 6, 2022

It’s Here–the High School Technology Curriculum! Measuring Up–the Key to Meeting State/National Standards. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. Top 10 Reviews . 13 Ways to Use Canva in Your Classroom. What is Actively Learn and Why Should I Try it? Education Galaxy–Personalized Learning That’s Fun.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2023

On sale until February 4, 2023 How to Achieve Common Core with Tech is a four-volume series that focuses on using technology to meet Common Core standards in Language, Writing, Reading, Speaking/Listening (not yet available), and Math. What these books show is how to use technology to teach.

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AUGUST 5, 2022

The 21 st Century teacher blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. Educators participate in this hands-on quasi-writer’s workshop as they learn to use widely-available digital tools to help students develop their inner writer. The Tech-infused Teacher. Certificate.

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APRIL 1, 2022

Unlimited questions/coaching during virtual meetings and pre-arranged times. Other online classes available for group PD: Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. We stay until everyone leaves. Certificate of Completion. Price includes all necessary materials for a group enrollment. More information, click here.

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MARCH 22, 2022

I author a K-12 Technology Curriculum. Technology is the norm, but teacher training isn’t. Students have been raised on digital devices. Using technology is no longer what ‘geeky’ students do. Using technology is no longer what ‘geeky’ students do. More teachers want to try technology authentically.

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APRIL 7, 2021

General Financial Literacy Course –an online course in meeting financial literacy needs. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum.

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AUGUST 30, 2024

Today: Mentoring and Coaching Tech coaching/mentoring is available from experts who work with you via email or virtual meetings to prepare lesson plans, teach to standards, integrate tech into core classroom time. What do you do with third graders who join your class and haven’t had formal technology classes before? How do you start?

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Today: Mentoring and Coaching Tech coaching/mentoring is available from experts who work with you via email or virtual meetings to prepare lesson plans, teach to standards, integrate tech into core classroom time. What do you do with third graders who join your class and haven’t had formal technology classes before? How do you start?

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JUNE 10, 2022

In summer, we can meet students where they want to learn with topics they like by offering a menu of ungraded activities that are self-paced, exciting, energizing, and nothing like school learning. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. Think about what students don’t like about school.

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APRIL 12, 2019

I’m off to visit good efriend Norah Colvin over at ReadiLearn to discuss how important technology is even for kindergartners. When I started teaching technology almost twenty years ago, I taught K-8, three classes in each grade every week. I was buried under lesson plans, grades, and parent meetings.

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JUNE 8, 2024

Understanding the Concept of a Genius Bar The primary goal of a Genius Bar in a school is to create a space where students can help each other with technology-related problems, whether it’s troubleshooting a software issue, learning how to use new applications, or getting advice on digital projects.

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JUNE 21, 2023

Schools can help by making the key elements of digital citizenship part of their culture. What is digital citizenship? Digital citizenship refers to acting responsibly online. Learners need to think about their digital footprints and how to use technology in healthy ways.

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AUGUST 26, 2024

Using digital organization tools such as calendars and reminders is best to help monitor your commitments for better planning. Amid your busy schedule, you might forget to attend to some essential duties, but with these applications, keeping track of meetings, deadlines, and personal activities will be much easier.

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