Ask a Tech Teacher
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Here’s Why Kids Should Participate in Extracurricular Activities Most parents ignore this, but playtime activities significantly contribute to a child’s overall development. The key to raising children successfully is acknowledging that learning doesn’t take place only within the classroom environment. Similarly, academics aren’t the only key to success in the future.
Digital Promise
DECEMBER 4, 2023
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Ditch That Textbook
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Jake was a HS social studies teacher before joining the team at CESA 5 in Wisconsin as a curriculum and ed tech specialist. Some favorite ed tech topics include digital citizenship and media literacy, inquiry based learning, standards based grading, AI, and UDL. He's also a HS cross country coach, husband, and father of three […] The post Leveraging AI to spiral essential standards appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.
Hapara
DECEMBER 4, 2023
? Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] We’re all plugged into devices throughout the day. It can be hard to balance screen time, wade through disinformation online and stay away from online negativity. It’s challenging for us as adults, so it’s certainly challenging for children and teens. That’s why teaching digital citizenship has to be part of our roles as educators.
Generative AI holds tremendous promise for all stakeholders in higher education. But guardrails are needed. Strong governance that empower instructors are at the core of a responsible approach to using generative AI in academia.
The Hechinger Report
DECEMBER 4, 2023
SALISBURY, Md. — Three times a week, on average, a police car pulls up to a school in Wicomico County on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. A student is brought out, handcuffed and placed inside for transport to a hospital emergency room for a psychiatric evaluation. This story also appeared in The Associated Press Over the past eight years, the process has been used more than 750 times on children.
EdTech4Beginners
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Embarking on an online computer science degree is an exhilarating journey that marries technological innovation with academic rigor. In today’s digitally-driven world, a degree in computer science not only opens doors to cutting-edge careers but also arms you with skills that are increasingly crucial in various industries. This guide is crafted to provide you with essential insights and strategies for navigating an online computer science degree successfully.
EdTech Update brings together the best content for education technology professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
EdTech4Beginners
DECEMBER 4, 2023
In today’s world, where mathematics is the foundation of countless aspects of our lives, selecting the right math program for your child is crucial. Among the various options available, Wonder Math stands out as a unique and effective educational approach, especially for children aged 7 to 11. In this blog post, we’ll explore how Wonder Math distinguishes itself from other popular programs like the Russian School of Math, Kumon, and Mathnasium, and why it’s an excellent choice
The Hechinger Report
DECEMBER 4, 2023
WILMINGTON, Del. — Striding into a packed community center filled with high school seniors, Atnre Alleyne has a few words of advice for the crowd, members of the first class of college applicants to be shaped by June’s Supreme Court ruling striking down race-conscious admissions. “You have to get good grades, you have to find a way to do the academics, but also become leaders,” said Alleyne, the energetic co-founder and CEO of TeenSHARP , a nonprofit that prepares students from underrepresented
techlearning
DECEMBER 4, 2023
When William Quarterman was accused of submitting an AI-generated midterm essay, he started having panic attacks. He says his professor should have handled the situation differently.
eSchool News
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Editor’s note : This story on collaborative learning originally appeared on CoSN’s blog and is reposted here with permission. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been around for many years, but the introduction of ChatGPT in November 2022 has generated many discussions of how this technology can impact education – both how students learn and how educators teach.
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Schools face increasing challenges as technology becomes integral to education. Efficient device management is essential for maximizing technology use and safeguarding investments. Our article discusses the importance of tracking devices, outlines current challenges, and suggests modern solutions that go beyond traditional methods like Excel. Learn how advanced tracking systems can streamline operations, improve maintenance, and offer real-time updates for better resource allocation.
techlearning
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Researchers have long noted an advantage for print texts versus digital ones, but many questions remain about why the screen inferiority effect occurs
The Hechinger Report
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Next year will mark seven decades since the U.S. Supreme Court declared racially segregated public schools to be unconstitutional. Even the current Supreme Court’s conservatives have embraced that Brown vs. Board of Education decision. Yet, 70 years after Brown, a key obstacle to racial equality in education continues to be white resistance to racial integration and to adequate funding for the education of Black and Latino children.
edWeb.net
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Here is edWeb’s list of the top 2023 edWebinars and edLeader Panels of the year! Each year edWeb presents over 400 new programs on the most timely topics in K-12 education. This year, programs on reading, especially the Science of Reading, were the most popular of the year. Artificial intelligence is our newest, popular topic on edWeb. edWeb programs provide high-quality, virtual professional learning that is convenient for busy educators, including teachers, administrators, librarians, co
eSchool News
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Key points: Choosing a college major is one of the biggest decisions for most students Future earnings and career satisfaction should be carefully balanced See related article: A smarter way to think about college For more news on college readiness, see eSN’s Innovative Teaching page Deciding on a college major is a tricky decision for even the most dedicated of students.
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How can we actively engage learners 24/7, on their level and according to their interests, while respecting their learning styles? It’s not impossible. In this guide: Explore how to transform traditional, one-way videos into two-way interactive learning experiences Understand different types of artificial intelligence (AI), including - Generative vs.
techlearning
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Next Gen Personal Finance, or NGPF, is financial teaching for education made super clear.
MiddleWeb
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Anne Jolly is thankful for so many remarkable STEM educators – willing to step out and try new cutting-edge ideas and practices, take risks, and educate kids in ways that grow skills, knowledge and leadership. Jolly explains why industry respects STEM teachers and students too. The post Why Industry Leaders Value STEM Educators first appeared on MiddleWeb.
The Thinking Stick
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Join us as we discuss the implications of AI in educational settings, particularly focusing on how these tools can be integrated to foster inclusion and improve learning experiences with Max, a High School Student. Key Discussion Points: AI and Social Interaction: Max highlights how AI tools can prevent social issues like being ‘left on read’ or ‘ghosted’, providing valuable insights in social situations.
Learning Confluence
DECEMBER 4, 2023
As part of the Learning and Teaching Showcase week in November, Lisa Jacka and I ran an edtech workshop in synchronous mode using a hybrid approach. Here are the essential details: Workshop outline/schedule There are three main sections to this 2-hour workshop. There will be time for interaction, collaboration, and questions. Section 1: Explore We will start with a EdTech tool overview including: Effective pedagogical approaches and application Accessing resources to get started and beyond Lea
Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape
The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.
Kitaboo on EdTech
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Excited to begin working on your eBook but want an eye-catching design to go with it? Maybe you don’t want to go through the hassle of designing your eBook but want it to look professional and aesthetic. Either way, what you need is your very own eBook template. Ebook templates are pre-designed presets for your eBook’s color palette, style, and font.
American Consortium for Equity in Education
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Dr Brigid Bright Associate Executive Director of CASE is my returning guest on unity in the profession and upcoming events for special education administration The post SPECIAL ED ADMINISTRATION AND CommUNITY appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.
Kitaboo on EdTech
DECEMBER 4, 2023
With EdTech gaining ground, educational institutions, including schools and higher education institutions are increasingly leveraging the advances in technology to support their classrooms. The constantly growing needs of the education sector have added to the pressures of teaching. With a sea of information available at their fingertips, the tech-savvy generation is no longer satisfied with the traditional form of teaching, where the instructor uses the lecture form to deliver lessons aided by
American Consortium for Equity in Education
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Meet Joyful Readers Executive Director Dave Weinstein and Lauren Hammond, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction for the School District of Philadelphia………incidentally my alma mater K-12 The post HIGH DOSAGE READING TUTORING IN PHILADELPHIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.
This white paper examines and proposes revisions to the "Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education" introduced by Arthur Chickering and Zelda Gamson in 1987 for today's technology-driven world.
eSchool News
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Discovery Education , the worldwide edtech leader, today announced that the Spanish and English versions of Science Techbook for Texas by Discovery Education for K-8 and Biology students is now available for use in classrooms statewide. This dynamic core instructional curriculum was created from the ground up expressly for Texas educators and students.
Hansen's Link to Tech
DECEMBER 4, 2023
[link] Explore the technique of employing Generative AI prompting to create a cybersecurity simulation tailored for your classroom. Keep in mind that effective prompting is crucial for embedding authentic learning experiences and heightening students’ awareness of cybersecurity. Important Notes: When planning to run a phishing simulation with your students, it’s crucial to communicate certain key points to ensure the exercise is educational, ethical, and effective.
Edsurge
DECEMBER 4, 2023
When Rachel Perera was in high school, she dyed her hair red. Perera attended a Catholic school in Queens in New York City with a rigid disciplinary regime. The hair got Perera in trouble because the school said it was an “unnatural color,” she says. “And I was like, well, unnatural for who? This feels really arbitrary,” Perera says. It’s a feeling she recalls having a lot.
Hansen's Link to Tech
DECEMBER 4, 2023
As we approach the Hour of Code, there is an extensive selection of AI-related activities and resources for classrooms, providing teachers with the essentials into the basic concepts of AI. Getting started teaching and learning about AI using Hour of Code resources. Resources: How AI Works Creativity with AI Hour of Code AI Activities Code.
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Managing a K-12 campus with constant pressure to meet performance metrics is challenging. And tardiness can significantly limit a school from reaching these goals. Learn more about why chronic lateness matters, and key strategies to address the following impacts: Data errors caused by manual processes Low attendance and graduation rates that affect a school’s reputation Classroom disruption, which leads to poor academic performance High staff attrition and “The Teacher Exodus” Unmet LCAP goals t
Edsurge
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Meet Lara. She’s fourteen. Her phone alarm wakes her up with the tune of her favorite song from Olivia Rodrigo. After hitting snooze a few times, she jumps out of bed and checks TikTok and Insta to find out what’s trending before getting ready for school. At the breakfast table, she looks at her calendar for the day. Phew! She barely submitted the essay that was due in English class.
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