Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Here are popular online resources to teach about using games in education ( click here for updates to the list ): Battleship on Google Sheets Breakouts by BreakoutEdu.com — a bit like Webquests but more comprehensive Breakout Room Template Game Show Templates –Frazzle, Jeopardy, Family Feud, Price is Right, more Gamified Syllabus –a template to create games A Google A Day Economics and Finance BizKids –games to teach business and finance History Beat the Bard –using Shakespearean characters Cl

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Years ago, the IT professionals at Leander Independent School District handled device management all on their own. Today, however, that wouldn’t be the best use of their time. The main difference between then and now has to do with the district’s use of one-to-one devices. “We used to have a handful of desktops in each classroom, and you could manage everything easily and efficiently,” says Matt Prause, the district’s senior director of hardware and software support.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Key points: Students require guidance and career exposure to plan for the future The exposure gap is blocking students’ ability to envision future careers 3 online resources to encourage student career planning For more news on career readiness, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Much emphasis is placed on college and career readiness, but too often, K-12 students aren’t exposed to career possibilities or career resources to form an idea of what their future may look like.

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Lightspeed Systems

OCTOBER 11, 2024

In today’s digital age, students and teachers use a staggering number of apps daily, with the average K-12 district having 2,055 apps in use and the average student accessing 72 different apps for…

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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

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Responding to a critical gap in technology education, CompTIA Spark has launched free technology curriculum specifically for middle grade classrooms, grades 5-8. It aims to support teachers so that they can teach the critical skills students need to succeed in whatever path they choose. The nonprofit organization worked with educators across the country to develop the curriculum. “World Teachers’ Day celebrates how important teachers are,” says Randi Parker, chief of staff and

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techlearning

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The ScreenBeam 1000 Gen 2 Wireless Display device allows screen sharing from any device.

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Twinkl International Publishing

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Discover simple strategies to make your online lessons engaging and effective. Learn how to plan, choose the right materials, and use interactive activities to keep students motivated and involved in their learning. Boost your online teaching with these practical tips!

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 11, 2024

BELLEVUE, Wash. — Since 2020, T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS)’s $10.7 billion Project 10Million (P10M) initiative has delivered reliable and affordable internet service to more than 6 million young learners across the U.S., but even with that progress the need for connectivity has only continued to rise. Technology use in education has seen a massive 226% surge over the past five years that spans classroom and homework.

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Twinkl International Publishing

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Learn how to draw a car in seven simple steps. Find car drawing worksheets and resources to boost you into the fast lane of 'car-tistry'!

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