EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2024

Schools strive to give students experiences that engage them in learning and prepare them for their future. In today’s education environment, that often means incorporating technology into teaching and learning, resulting in K–12 IT departments looking for ways to sustain and advance their tech investments. At this year’s TCEA convention and exposition in Austin, Texas, IT-minded education professionals will have the opportunity to explore the latest trends in ed tech.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 30, 2024

As High School students explore post-graduation options, more and more are looking at careers as creators. Boosted by the rise in popularity of generative AI image options like DALL-E, photo editing as a career enjoys a resurgence among those preparing to enter the work force. It is fulfilling and potentially lucrative and relies heavily on individual passion and preparation.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2024

Developed in 2009 by former Forrester Research analyst John Kindervag, the zero-trust security model revolves around the motto “never trust, always verify.” It is an evolving methodology in cybersecurity that governs user access to data and networks. “Zero trust really comes down to: Are you who you say you are, and are you where you are supposed to be?

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 30, 2024

The post Announcing Digital Promise’s New Edtech and Emerging Technologies Initiative appeared first on Digital Promise.

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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.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 30, 2024

Teachers may spend their days confidently addressing a room full of squirming or distracted students. But when it comes to having a chat with parents, these same teachers may get so nervous they avoid the interactions. “Many teachers that I have talked to don't like to call parents,” says Crystal Frommert, a middle school math teacher at a private school in Houston.

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 30, 2024

The post Micro-credentials Set New Milestones and Horizons for 2024 appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 30, 2024

Last month, business leaders and child care advocates from a handful of states convened on Zoom. Representing Michigan, Kentucky, North Carolina and Virginia, they had come together to discuss a new child care model, called “Tri-Share,” that has gained traction across the country, including in their respective regions. The cost-sharing model, in which the state government, the employer and the employee each pay for one-third of the cost of child care, first launched in 2021 in Michigan , where i

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techlearning

JANUARY 30, 2024

Easy-to-implement strategies for both teachers and researchers to bridge the research-practice divide, from UMass Professor Torrey Trust

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eSchool News

JANUARY 30, 2024

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. A network of small public high schools in New York City is exploring whether artificial intelligence can change the way teachers receive feedback about their classroom instruction. Urban Assembly, a network of 21 schools, is working with the American Institutes of Research to develop an AI-powered tool that can help instructional coaches analyze videos of teachers delivering lessons and offer

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

JANUARY 30, 2024

Marine vet, Special Educator,School Psychology Advisor and Board Certified Behavior Analyst …with a company called Blazerworks that offers advisory services and staff to school districts, Serena Sowin gives us her great insights on this imporant situation, taking care of the Keep Reading SPECIAL ED AND MILITARY EDUCATION/STUDENT AND FAMILY SUPPORT The post SPECIAL ED AND MILITARY EDUCATION/STUDENT AND FAMILY SUPPORT appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.

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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.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 30, 2024

The Culture Conscious Campuses Model which has been approved by the Texas Education Agency commissioner as a research-based instructional model with proven results in increasing academic success for African American students as well as students from low socio-economic backgrounds, regardless of their race or ethnicity. Host Kevin Hogan talks to the author.

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MiddleWeb

JANUARY 30, 2024

To make sure social studies content reading is accessible to all of her students, no matter their level of reading when they arrive, Megan Kelly has added strategies to her literacy toolbox to create entry points for everyone. See the six activities she’s developed so far. The post Making Social Studies Texts Accessible to All first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

JANUARY 30, 2024

Discovery Education today unveiled a new collection of engaging, high-quality digital learning resources supporting Black History Month observances. Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform nurtures student curiosity and supports learning wherever it takes place. The following resources are Keep Reading New Resources Supporting Black History Month Observances Now Available from Discovery Education The post New Resources Supporting Black History

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Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler

JANUARY 30, 2024

Sheet Streamer pushes formatting and values from one sheet to other sheets in your Google Sheets workbook. The post Sheet Streamer – Copy to Other Sheets appeared first on Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler.

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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.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 30, 2024

Boston – Although reports reveal that U.S. students’ general academic performance still trails behind pre-pandemic rates, students taking VHS Learning ’s high-quality, teacher-led online classes have maintained a consistent high level of achievement before, during, and after the pandemic. During the 2022-23 academic year, 91% of students who completed their VHS Learning’s online course did so with a passing grade.

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SplashLearn

JANUARY 30, 2024

Have you ever wondered how we can prepare our children for a world that’s rich in cultural diversity? Multicultural education is the answer. It’s an approach in the world of education that embraces the diversity in our classrooms, incorporating the various cultural backgrounds of students into their learning journey. This method is more than just […] The post What is Multicultural Education: Importance, Types & Tips first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

JANUARY 30, 2024

Virtual professional development event takes place February 14 -15, 2024 and features experts and district leaders discussing digital records management processes and more Scribbles Software, a leading provider of K-12 software solutions for document management, records processing, enrollment, and lottery Keep Reading Scribbles Software Announces ScribCon 2024 The post Scribbles Software Announces ScribCon 2024 appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.

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Gaggle Speaks

JANUARY 30, 2024

Innovation plays a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and well-being of students in K-12 districts. Understanding that technology changes quickly, Gaggle harnesses innovation to effectively address the new challenges facing school districts related to student safety, compliance, early intervention, and digital citizenship. As Gaggle continues to address the challenges and risks that districts often encounter, we’re excited to share with you the array of new features, offerings, and enhancements

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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.

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Mark Smithers

JANUARY 30, 2024

In a move that has reverberated throughout the tech industry, Spotify has publicly criticized Apple's commission scheme, accusing the tech giant of prioritizing its own interests over fair competition. With the UK government's Digital Markets, Competition and Consumer Bill looming on the horizon, the outcome of this dispute holds significant implications for the future of the app store ecosystem.

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Gaggle Speaks

JANUARY 30, 2024

Ensuring the safety and well-being of students is a top priority for every district administrator. In today's digital age, where students have increased access to technology, it's essential to have a robust student safety provider in place. Take a look at the major factors administrators take into consideration when choosing a student safety provider.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JANUARY 30, 2024

We've just posted the third of a new book interview series by Dr. Steve Albrecht in our " The Safe Library " section of Library 2.0 : Dr. John Budd on "The Library as Forum in the Social Media Age." Dr. John Budd is a longtime academic librarian and a professor emeritus at the University of Missouri. In this Library 2.0 interview with Dr. Steve Albrecht, he talks about his book, The Library as Forum in the Social Media Age (Rowman and Littlefield, 2022).

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

JANUARY 30, 2024

Mutual customers will be able to access complementary materials for children’s and young adult titles from their school library catalogs Schools with a mission to enhance student reading success will be pleased with the latest integration announced today between TeachingBooks Keep Reading TeachingBooks and The Library Corporation Announce New Collaboration Offering Easy Access to Engaging PreK-12 Literature Resources The post TeachingBooks and The Library Corporation Announce New Collaboration O

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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.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 30, 2024

Key points: Conflict resolution can help students better manage interpersonal relationships See article: Friday 5: Teaching strategies for classroom success See article: Innovative ideas for school libraries For more news on instructional strategies, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page I agree with you, Mr. Arthur Miller, “the woods are burning” indeed.

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