Ask a Tech Teacher
OCTOBER 7, 2024
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Digital Promise
OCTOBER 7, 2024
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EdTech Magazine
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Dear EdTech: Focus on K-12 reader, We at CDW want to thank you for being a part of the EdTech community and hope you find our content helpful as you’re researching the latest technology trends, best practices in the K-12 education industry. As we continue to evolve our offerings and better serve our readers, we want to get your feedback on what aspects of our content you like and what we can do better.
Ditch That Textbook
OCTOBER 7, 2024
This post was written by Adam Current, a middle school English teacher in northwest Indiana. Adam is a second generation teacher who has worked across middle school, high school, and college admissions. In addition to presenting at conferences, he runs The Paste Eaters Blog. What if drawing could improve writing? What if tracing diagrams improves […] The post Ten Ways Pictures Boost Learning: Dual Coding Theory Introduction appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.
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.
Edsurge
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Encouraging students to complete work outside of class has always been a struggle. But many college professors say it has gotten even harder in recent years as students prioritize their mental health, have trouble adhering to deadlines and are more skeptical of the purpose of homework. One cause is the pandemic, and how it disrupted middle and high school for today’s traditional-aged college students.
The Hechinger Report
OCTOBER 7, 2024
A dashboard from the Canvas learning management system is displayed to students in this college lecture hall. A University of Michigan study finds that students with last names at the end of the alphabet are penalized when instructors grade in alphabetical order, a default setting in Canvas and other widely used learning management systems (LMS). Credit: Brandon Bell/Getty Images If your last name starts with an A, that could mean that you’re also more likely to score an A on a test.
EdTech Update brings together the best content for education technology professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Hapara
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] Chicago, IL, October 2, 2024 Hpara a business unit of Cordance Operations and the global edtech company that provides educators and learners with tools that enhance learning in digital environments, today announced the appointment of Brennan Petar as President of Hpara. Brennan, an MBA graduate from the USC Marshall School of Business, is a proven leader and trusted partner to customers with 20 years of experience growing sustainable companies tha
eSchool News
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Key points: Aspects of the popular game reinforce curricular concepts for students How I’m making learning more engaging for my gifted students How one high school became a Minecraft powerhouse For more on curricular approaches, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub I grew up in the 1980s, and Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) was a big part of my teenage years.
techlearning
OCTOBER 7, 2024
These AI tools can help you find academic papers, debunk conspiracies, and more.
eSchool News
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Key points: A diploma certification program opens doors for adult students What data is necessary to help students succeed? 3 online resources to encourage student career planning For more on career readiness, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub In today’s competitive workforce, having a high school diploma can drastically improve your income and quality of life.
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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
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Malware and phishing attempts are a constant assault on school security
Discovery Education
OCTOBER 7, 2024
The majority of the 5.5 million English Language Learners (ELLs) in the U.S. public school system speak Spanish as their first language, which makes the capability of teaching math in Spanish, using bilingual teachers or teaching assistants, a high priority. Many of these students may have difficulty learning effectively in English and require specialized or […] The post Six Strategies to Help English Language Learners in Math appeared first on Discovery Education Blog.
Lightspeed Systems
OCTOBER 7, 2024
As technology continues to transform education, it offers remarkable opportunities for personalized learning and enhanced accessibility. However, these advancements also introduce new risks.
techlearning
OCTOBER 7, 2024
HOMER helps early learners make the most of those vital years.
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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.
Lightspeed Systems
OCTOBER 7, 2024
October is a pivotal month for education, with three big themes: Bullying Prevention, Cybersecurity, and Digital Citizenship.
Dr. Shannon Doak
OCTOBER 7, 2024
In a world where AI and automation are transforming industries left and right, it’s becoming more obvious that our education systems need to catch up. The infographic that highlights the 65 jobs least likely to be automated, taken from The US Career Institute really drives home the importance of skills that only humans can offer—things like emotional intelligence, empathy, creativity, and cultural competence.
Brainscape
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Unless you were raised in a courtroom, legal jargon can sound like a whole new language. Whether you’re preparing for law school, studying for the bar exam, or you just want to sound impressive at dinner parties (no judgment), learning legal terminology is a marathon. Instead of terrain, you’re wading through obscure Latin phrases and complicated words that make “supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” seem like a baby’s first words.
American Consortium for Equity in Education
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Cooperative Minds – an educational initiative from Discovery Education and the CHS Foundation – presents new, free resources for students in grades 6-12 to explore careers in agriculture and agricultural cooperatives. Cooperative Minds shows students firsthand how collaboration and creativity are combined in agricultural co-ops to nourish communities, overcome challenges, and Keep Reading CHS Foundation and Discovery Education Inspire High School Students to Explore Agriculture Careers with New
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.
eSchool News
OCTOBER 7, 2024
LOS ANGELES (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lingokids , the top early learning app for children, today announced the launch of its new animated series, “Baby Bot’s Backyard Tales” The latest video series from the award-winning learning company invites viewers to join beloved character Baby Bot and his friends on magical adventures in the backyard.
PlagiarismCheck
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Like any groundbreaking solution, facilitating numerous tasks, AI tools at the same time, have created new challenges. One of the vivid examples is the emergence of a completely new issue, which educators, students, writers, and editors should watch to avoid plagiarism problems. While nowadays specialists have implemented plagiarism checker online into their routines, being protected against common types of copying , AI chatbots have caused a completely novel kind of concern.
The Thinking Stick
OCTOBER 7, 2024
In this conversation, Jeff Utecht interviews Dr. Dayamudra Dennehy , a community college teacher, about the incorporation of generative AI in classrooms. They discuss the importance of including students in the conversation about AI and the need for a nuanced approach to ethics. Dayamudra shares her project of having students create AI manifestos as a way to explore the ethical use of AI.
Hansen's Link to Tech
OCTOBER 7, 2024
For Digital Citizenship Week, the importance of curating personalized learning spaces using School AI cannot be overstated. These AI-enhanced environments provide students with tailored educational experiences that promote safe, responsible, and effective online interactions. By integrating AI tools, educators can deliver content that not only aligns with each student’s learning pace and style but also addresses the nuanced demands of digital literacy.
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.
Twinkl International Publishing
OCTOBER 7, 2024
¿Te preocupan los problemas de salud mental en niños y adolescentes? ¿Te has preguntado qué puedes hacer en casa o en el cole para beneficiar la salud mental de los niños y adolescentes? o ¿cómo promover la salud mental en la primera infancia? En este blog encontrarás información sobre los problemas de salud mental, formas de identificarlos y consejos para que encuentres la mejor manera de ayudarles.
Hansen's Link to Tech
OCTOBER 7, 2024
For Digital Citizenship Week, the importance of curating personalized learning spaces using School AI cannot be overstated. These AI-enhanced environments provide students with tailored educational experiences that promote safe, responsible, and effective online interactions. By integrating AI tools, educators can deliver content that not only aligns with each student’s learning pace and style but also addresses the nuanced demands of digital literacy.
Twinkl International Publishing
OCTOBER 7, 2024
As many as a third of Australian children may struggle to read this sentence.
The Hechinger Report
OCTOBER 7, 2024
As is so often the case, education largely has been left out of the spotlight in this year’s presidential election. But many of the topics candidates — and voters — are talking about directly affect and involve schools and colleges. The Hechinger Report has covered many of the key election issues, including abortion, the economy and immigration. Read our coverage of some of the biggest topics on this year’s campaign trail.
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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
Twinkl International Publishing
OCTOBER 7, 2024
NewsRoom Weekly offers engaging, teacher-made resources to spark meaningful discussions about current events in the classroom. Enhance literacy, critical thinking, communication, and citizenship skills with our weekly packs.
The Hechinger Report
OCTOBER 7, 2024
As a political scientist with a background in policy analysis, I used to approach questions about policy plans in terms of which had data behind them and which didn’t — along with what such evidence might mean for decision-makers. However, no question about what a new Donald Trump administration would mean for U.S. education can be answered strictly with a debate about facts and figures.
Twinkl International Publishing
OCTOBER 7, 2024
¿Te preocupan los problemas de salud mental en niños y niñas? ¿Te has preguntado qué pueden hacer los adultos para beneficiar la salud mental de los niños y las niñas? o ¿cómo promover la salud mental en la primera infancia? En este blog encontrarás información sobre la salud mental infantil y consejos para que encuentres la mejor manera de ayudarlos/as.
The Hechinger Report
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Predicting the future is often compared to reading tea leaves. In the case of forecasting what education policies Kamala Harris might pursue as president, though, a more apt analogy might be reading her mind. Frankly it’s anyone’s guess what her education policies would be given how few clues we have. It wasn’t always this way. Previously, presidential candidates laid out detailed plans for schools.
This whitepaper explores integrating the PowerTeaching pedagogical approach within a HyFlex (Hybrid Flexible) educational model, focusing on employing cooperative learning strategies and efficient classroom management techniques.
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