Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 5, 2024

Life often interferes with work. Vacations, conferences, PD–all these take us away from our primary functions and the environment where we are most comfortable delivering our best work. I thought about this when I read an article by a technical subject teacher (math, I think) pulled away from his class for a conference. Often in science/math/IT/foreign languages, subs aren’t as capable (not their fault; I’d capitulate if you stuck me in a Latin language class).

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The Jose Vilson

APRIL 5, 2024

Recently, Christina Cross, a Black woman sociologist at Harvard, found her work at the crosshairs of the same person who brought us the bastardization of critical race theory. (Yes, it was.) Many scholars, from her sociology department to the primary investigators of the original study, defended her against his claims of plagiarism, but people jumped regardless.

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Digital Promise

APRIL 5, 2024

The post Collective Leadership in Action: Reflections from the League Convening appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Edsurge

APRIL 5, 2024

The original version of this essay was published on Medium. I detest when people talk about their dreams. It’s similar to listening to a 4-year-old tell you about their day. It takes more time than you have and never makes sense. Most of the time, I don’t even remember my dreams. Except for the rare ones that connect to real life. These dreams stick; there’s a logical glue to them that provides insight.

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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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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Esports is more than gaming–it helps students develop critical skills How esports can help students in the classroom (no, seriously!) 4 tips for creating an elementary esports program For more news on esports, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub I first started trying to get an esports program at my school in 2011. At the time, there was a lot of resistance around the misconception that violent video games make violent kids, despite all the evidence to the contrary.

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The Thinking Stick

APRIL 5, 2024

This week I have had the pleasure of working with Singapore American School (SAS) in supporting educators around AI as well as starting to draft some guidance documents for the wider school community. It has been a great experience seeing first hand how a school can take the Washington State AI Guidance released by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction reflecting on it, tearing it apart, making it their own and building upon it.

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SpeechTechie

APRIL 5, 2024

Last month, ASHA Leader featured a helpful article, Using ChatGPT to Create Treatment Materials (Price, Lubniewski, Du) providing great examples of prompts to ChatGPT for creation of sound-loaded paragraphs. Key to the article is the idea that what is returned will need to be filtered through your clinical expertise to create a usable material. I have found that this process is still "quick.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

What does it take to run the tech for a school district in 2024? A lot more than resetting the router. At #CoSN2024 next week, a cohort of news CTOs will convene as part of the year-long CTO Academy. Kelly Sain, Thompson School District (CO) CTO, was gracious enough to give eSchool some details. She emphasizes the evolving role of a CTO, moving beyond technical aspects to focus on improving student learning experiences through technology; Stresses the necessity of digital access and equity for s

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techlearning

APRIL 5, 2024

Education IT staff need to find “me” time, or margin, for professional development and learning opportunities.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Digital learning is a permanent classroom fixture–here’s how to integrate it Defining digital curriculum in a new era of learning 5 digital tools to enhance your social studies instruction For more news on digital trends, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Digital learning isn’t going anywhere–nor should it. Students have to develop critically important digital skills to succeed in higher education and meet their career goals, and they’ll do just tha

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The Hechinger Report

APRIL 5, 2024

Este podcast, Sold a Story, fue producido por by APM Reports y republicado con permiso. La mitad de los alumnos hispanos de cuarto grado en Estados Unidos no saben leer a un nivel básico. Esta y más revelaciones fueron expuestas en ‘Sold a Story’, una investigación original de APM Reports, que puedes escuchar en Noticias Univision en Uforia App y en todas las plataformas de podcasts. 2: Mi hijo no sabe leer bien.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Active learning promotes engagement, critical thinking, and deeper understanding Discover why active learning strategies for students are critical Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends In K-12 education, three prominent active classroom learning strategies engage students dynamically: Think-Pair-Share encourages collaboration; Hands-On Experiments immerse students in scientific inquiry, while Role-Playing and Simulations foster real-world application.

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The Hechinger Report

APRIL 5, 2024

Este podcast, Sold a Story, fue producido por by APM Reports y republicado con permiso. Half of U.S. Hispanic fourth graders cannot read at a basic level. These and other revelations were uncovered in “Sold a Story,” an original investigation by APM Reports, which you can listen to in Spanish on Noticias Univision on the Uforia app and all podcast platforms.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Adaptability, resources, and pedagogical approaches all factor into success Discover online learning vs. classroom learning research Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends The question of whether students learn better online or in a classroom setting is a multifaceted debate, encompassing considerations of individual learning styles, access to resources, social interaction, and the effectiveness of instructional methods.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

APRIL 5, 2024

We've just posted a new blog post by Dr. Steve Albrecht in our " The Safe Library " section of Library 2.0 : " Horror Stories From the Book Drop: A Recap of the Items Found by Librarians." "Thank you, Bold and Brave Librarians! We asked and you shared! My hands trembled as I complied your List of Yuck. As you review what your colleagues have "curated" here, you can either take some comfort that either your library has not had it as bad as others, or enjoy our "congratulations," because your libr

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Engage students actively for deeper learning and enhanced academic outcomes Enhance learning through active participation, collaboration, and critical thinking skills Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends Active learning strategies engage students in the learning process, fostering deeper understanding and retention.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

BOSTON – Ignite Reading, a national tutoring program serving 20 districts in Massachusetts, announced significant literacy gains for 4,300 K-8 students across the Commonwealth. Participating students – in both charter and traditional public schools – achieved an average of 2.5 weeks of reading progress for every week of virtual, one-to-one tutoring instruction – more than double the rate expected in typical classrooms.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.–( BUSINESS WIRE )– A new survey published today found that 85% of US high school students are interested in learning about financial topics in school. To close the gap in financial literacy, Intuit Inc. (Nasdaq: INTU), the global financial technology platform that makes Intuit TurboTax , Credit Karma , QuickBooks , and Mailchimp , today launched Intuit for Education , a new financial literacy program that provides high school teachers and students with

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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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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Active learning promotes engagement, critical thinking, and deeper understanding Discover why active learning strategies for students are critical Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends Active learning teaching strategies in K-12 education encompass dynamic approaches that engage students in the classroom learning process, fostering deeper understanding and retention.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Active study strategies empower students for academic excellence Discover why active learning strategies for students are critical Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends Active study strategies are dynamic approaches that engage students in the classroom learning process, fostering deeper understanding and retention of material.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Critical for success, learning strategies empower students for academic excellence Discover why active learning strategies for students are critical Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends Learning strategies for students encompass diverse approaches and techniques aimed at optimizing the classroom learning process, enhancing comprehension, and promoting academic success.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: There is a fierce debate around online learning vs. classroom learning Discover online learning vs. classroom learning research Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends Determining whether students learn better with in-person classroom learning or online is a multifaceted question. Both modalities offer unique advantages and challenges, impacting student engagement, comprehension, and overall learning outcomes.

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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

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Success in online learning vs. classroom learning depends on various factors Discover online learning vs. classroom learning research Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends The question, “Should online learning should replace classroom learning?” is a complex and contentious issue. While online education offers flexibility and accessibility, traditional classroom settings provide invaluable opportunities for interpersonal interaction and immediate feed

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Effectiveness varies based on individual needs, preferences, and circumstances Discover online learning vs. classroom learning research Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends The effectiveness of online learning versus classroom learning is a contentious topic in education. While online platforms offer flexibility, traditional classrooms foster interaction.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Flexibility versus interaction is an ongoing debate regarding education modalities The online vs. in-person debate underscores the importance of a balanced approach Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends The debate over online versus in-person classroom learning in K-12 education rages on, driven by concerns over student engagement, academic performance, and social-emotional development.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Tools and techniques in education foster effective teaching and learning experiences Learn about new strategies for teaching tools and techniques Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends Teaching techniques refer to the diverse array of strategies and methodologies employed by educators to engage students and facilitate effective learning experiences.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Tools and techniques in education foster effective teaching and learning experiences Learn about new strategies for teaching tools and techniques Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends Tools and techniques in education encompass a broad spectrum of resources and methodologies utilized to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Diverse methods of teaching offer versatile tools to engage students Learn about new strategies for teaching tools and techniques Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends Methods of K-12 teaching encompass diverse strategies and techniques utilized by educators to engage students across different subjects and grade levels.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Classroom tools play a crucial role in effective instruction Teaching tools can help engage students deeper in their learning Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends K-12 teaching tools and techniques encompass a diverse array of resources and methodologies designed to engage students across various subjects and grade levels.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: K-12 classrooms foster academic and social development Discover the advantages and disadvantages of classroom management Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends When it comes to classroom learning, classrooms offer a structured environment for learning, fostering interaction and academic growth. However, they also present challenges such as distractions and limited individualized attention.

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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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