The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 5, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Welcome to today's episode, where I will bridge the gap between AI in my classroom and your ears! If you've been following my blog, you know I want to bring practical, innovative teaching strategies to life. But today, I'm doing things a bit differently on the show for an extended episode with me, your host, Vicki Davis.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Two years may seem like a long time from now, but when it comes to making necessary technology updates in K–12, time can run shockingly short. Microsoft is planning to sunset support for Windows 10 by Oct. 14, 2025, and that means schools should start planning now to make these updates. While the jump from Windows 10 to Windows 11 will not be as big as previous updates, there have been several modifications to Windows 11.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Traditionally, the hugely-popular Hour of code has been celebrated one week in December, but now, you can participate any time you want. This year so far: 1,706,394,983 hours in 180+ countries. at 8,620 events What is it Hour of Code is a one-hour introduction to students on coding, programming, and why they should love it, designed to demystify that geeky subject that confounds students and teachers alike and show that anyone can learn the basics to be a maker, a creator, and an innovator.

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Education Elements

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Getting Off The Bench If you are anything like me, you know that the “Science of Reading” is a lightning rod in the world of education right now, but feel more comfortable sitting on the sidelines and let the experts engage. I decided it was time to engage in the conversation and wanted to share a few things that I learned along the way. As it turns out, I have a strong opinion on the matter, given my experience as an elementary and middle school educator and my dedication to building more equit

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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

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Students these days can feel like they’re constantly trailed by a kind of digital-era paparazzi. Parents and friends post their images on Instagram and Snapchat. Learning management systems send alerts to parents about missed assignments and grades. And GPS systems in smartphones and watches let families pinpoint their locations at all times. And that can make it hard for students to get used to solving their own problems and learning from the small failures that are meant to happen in school, s

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Key points: Educators have a unique opportunity to create dynamic learning environments Don’t ignore the elements that make social platforms so captivating to young students See related article: How to respond to ChatGPT with inquiry-based learning For more news on edtech tools, visit eSN’s Digital Learning page If you talk to 200 teachers around the country today and ask them to describe their challenges in the classroom, you’re likely to get 201 different responses.

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The Hechinger Report

DECEMBER 5, 2023

I hear frequently from those in business that younger employees, directly out of K-12 or higher education, are looking for direction. They want step-by-step guidance on how to tackle challenges. That’s because some of today’s learners graduate without ever being required to process information, think critically or seek paths forward that are not explicitly spelled out for them.

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techlearning

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Veteran educator Carl Hooker explores how generative AI tools can disrupt classrooms while also unlocking new opportunities to enhance teaching and learning

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Key points: Access to different types of digital content helps students generate reading interest A digital reading platform has helped one district make data-driven decision See related article: 5 resources that support literacy in elementary school For more news on literacy, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page Five years ago, we were already well into discussions about investing in a digital reading application.

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MiddleWeb

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Students are more engaged when they're talking and moving around, says math teacher Michelle Russell. "I won’t lie – it’s hard. But I believe a louder class that’s somewhat engaged in the concept is better than a quiet one." She rates three engagement strategies she's tried. The post 3 Activities I’ve Tried to Engage Math Students first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Avantis Education, the leading provider of VR and AR content and hardware for K-12 schools, has released a new white paper: “Building Back Stronger: New Thinking and Technologies Reshaping Education” which delves into the myriad ways K-12 schools are embracing different methodologies and cutting-edge technologies to support students following a period of declining academic success.

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MindSpark

DECEMBER 5, 2023

by Rachel Bull Computer Science Education Week (CSEd Week) is here! This week is a time of discovery and inspiration in the world of technology and learning. It holds immense importance, igniting the curiosity of K-12 students and encouraging them to explore the wonders of Computer Science. As technology evolves, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is fundamentally reshaping the realm of Computer Science.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

AMERICAN FORK, Utah /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — In recognition of their exceptional contributions in guiding and inspiring students, Margaret Rice of Washougal School District in Washington and Kathy Peres of Blue Valley Schools in Kansas have been awarded the esteemed YouScience® Innovative Educator Award. This honor celebrates their outstanding contributions in leading students towards successful career exploration and readiness for the ever-evolving professional landscape.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Creating engaging and accessible video content is crucial in the digital age, and one key element that significantly enhances viewer experience is the use of captions. In this blog post, we’ll explore the world of captioning for YouTube Shorts – a format that’s rapidly gaining popularity among content creators and viewers alike. The Importance of Captions Captions are an important element of video content, least because they make content inclusive and accessible to all kinds of viewe

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The designation empowers the district to be one of only five sites in the world to host Deeper Learning Global Conferences. Ulster BOCES is thrilled to announce that it has been honored with the prestigious Deeper Learning Designation from Deeper Keep Reading Ulster BOCES Earns Prestigious ‘Deeper Learning Designation’ from Deeper Learning Global The post Ulster BOCES Earns Prestigious ‘Deeper Learning Designation’ from Deeper Learning Global appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in E

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 5, 2023

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, TikTok has emerged as a powerhouse for content creation, offering endless opportunities for creativity and engagement. However, to truly maximize the reach and impact of your TikTok videos, subtitles and closed captions are crucial. They not only make your content accessible to a wider audience, including those with hearing impairments, but also cater to viewers who prefer watching videos without sound.

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Brainscape

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Here at Brainscape, the conviction that daily habits are the stepping stones to even the loftiest of goals—like graduating from school or college, running a four-minute mile, or writing your first novel—is so deeply coded into our thinking, there isn’t a team member among us who doesn’t make use of some kind of daily planner or habit building app.

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Fractus Learning

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Twitter can be a fantastic resource for educators, particularly for those looking to pick up the latest tips and tricks on using technology in education. But it can also be a confusing and overwhelming mass of information, which is difficult.

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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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Brainscape

DECEMBER 5, 2023

If your kids or students would rather eat a mountain of brussel sprouts than learn their multiplication tables, we have a brand new collection that’ll change everything for your math-resistant rebels… Brainscape has officially launched these awesome multiplication tables flashcards , which kids of all ages—and even adults!—can use to drill themselves on their sums, from those required of all school students (1 to 12) to the higher tables of 13 to 25.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Statewide Partnership Provides Equitable Access to Academic Support for Students in Grades 4 Through 12, Plus Support for GED and HiSET Prep Tutor.com, one of the world’s largest and most innovative online tutoring organizations, announced the expansion of its partnership Keep Reading Tutor.com & New Hampshire Department of Education Expand 24/7 Tutoring for Upper Elementary Students & Adult Learners The post Tutor.com & New Hampshire Department of Education Expand 24/7 Tuto

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Brainscape

DECEMBER 5, 2023

I’m gonna level with you. Math sucks. It’s hard! We all remember it from our school days—or maybe you’re still in your school days, living the struggle. (If this is the case, good for you for actually researching how to memorize multiplication tables better and faster, rather than just fighting through like most other kids!

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PlagiarismCheck

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Canvas is a popular learning management system (LMS) that allows universities and colleges to organize online studying. Teachers place the course materials on the platform, design the quizzes, check the assignments, track progress, and grade students’ work. The learners, in their turn, get access to information, complete the tasks, take tests, and receive feedback within the Canvas platform.

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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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Brainscape

DECEMBER 5, 2023

It’s an inescapable truth: the more you’re exposed to information, the more likely you’ll be to retain it! And so, to help you totally crush the memorization of your multiplication tables, the design wizards at Brainscape put together two high-quality multiplication table sets to print and stick up wherever you’d get the most out of it: 1 to 12 (above) and 13 to 24 (below).

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

DECEMBER 5, 2023

We've just posted the first of a new book interview series by Dr. Steve Albrecht in our " The Safe Library " section of Library 2.0 : " Dr. Lisa Hussey on Library Management 101: A Practical Guide." Dr. Lisa Hussey is a library science professor at Simmons University in Boston. She is the co-author of Library Management 101: A Practical Guide , second edition, with Diane Velasquez (Rowman and Littlefield, 2019).

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