EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 14, 2023

While many educational software providers offer students helpful and engaging content, some can end up exposing student data. A December 2022 report from Internet Safety Labs confirmed that 96 percent of school apps shared student data with third parties, and 28 percent exposed kids to advertising. These findings highlight the need for K–12 schools to improve their data privacy and security practices governing educational technology use.

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Digital Promise

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The post 3 Tips for Guiding Students Through Inquiry-Based Learning appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Every month, subscribers to our newsletter get a free/discounted resource to help their tech teaching. December 14-18th Buy the K-8 curriculum ; get the 55-page Hour of Code bundle for free Perfect if you’re doing Hour of Code in December. What’s in the Hour of Code bundle? 30 K-8 coding activities, organized by grade 138 images aligned with ISTE and Common Core lots of options to differentiate for student needs Questions?

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 14, 2023

For homeless students, chronic absenteeism is dismayingly high. The number of students who regularly miss school in general has risen since the pandemic, but for homeless students, it’s been especially bad. Even though federal law requires states to provide public education to homeless students, delivering on this has proven troublesome. And getting homeless students to show up to school has been an elusive goal for many districts.

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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

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Key points: Schools should focus on teaching skills that have enduring value See also: Here’s why STEM Career Days are a great idea See also: Building a STEM pipeline needs to start in kindergarten For more news on STEM learning, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM page First came headlines about AI-driven cheating. Next emerged a flood of time-saving tools for teachers.

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techlearning

DECEMBER 14, 2023

This free Quizizz lesson plan is designed to help educators implement the digital tool into their instruction

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Key points: Equity of access is crucial in ensuring students are prepared for success See also: How schools can help students overcome the digital divide See also: Five action steps to shrink the digital divide For more news on equity, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership page Ensuring equity of access in the K-12 classroom is crucial for providing all students with a fair and inclusive education.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The iPad has emerged as a powerful tool for creative tasks, revolutionizing how we approach activities like writing and video making. Its portability, combined with a range of versatile apps, makes it an ideal choice for creators on the go. To make the most of the iPad, especially for tasks that require precision and ease of use, pairing it with a keyboard is a game-changer.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Key points: Alarming declines in civic scores demands new strategies. Search for other school library innovations. See related article: Khan Academy Boosts National Civics Bee At this point, we have all heard about the learning gaps in math and reading scores these past few years. Unfortunately, stats are even worse in other subjects. In 2022, only 22% of students scored “proficient” or higher on a nationwide civics assessment.

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MiddleWeb

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In Shifting the Balance (3-5), Cunningham, Burkins and Yates address common misunderstandings that weaken reading instruction in the intermediate grades. Fifth grade teacher Kathie Palmieri found herself impressed by and deeply immersed in the recommended shifts. The post Bringing the Science of Reading into Grades 3-5 first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

DECEMBER 14, 2023

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In the digital age, the iPad has emerged as a versatile tool for writers, blending the portability of a notebook with the advanced functionality of a computer. When paired with a keyboard , the iPad transforms into a powerful writing device, suitable for everything from quick note-taking to drafting entire novels. The key to unlocking its full potential lies in the myriad of writing apps available, each designed to cater to different aspects of the writing process.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

DECEMBER 14, 2023

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Linways Technologies

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In the rapidly evolving landscape of education, technology continues to play a pivotal role in reshaping traditional teaching methods. One of the most promising developments in this domain is the integration of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT into classrooms. This revolutionary technology has the potential to redefine the educational experience for both educators and students alike.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

DECEMBER 14, 2023

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Edthena

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In the News Preservice teachers enhanced their teaching competencies in 11 of 14 categories using Edthena’s Video Coaching platform. This data comes from an independent study published in Nature’s “Humanities and Social Sciences Communications.” The study, conducted in the context of the Saudi National Professional Teaching Standards, used semi-structured interviews and thematic analysis to understand the experiences and perceptions of preservice teachers.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

DECEMBER 14, 2023

By Karen Sloan Follow these 3 steps to make math relevant for every student in your classroom. Traditional one-size-fits-all instruction often fails to address the reality of diverse student populations. This often results in disengagement and negative attitudes toward learning. Keep Reading Culturally Responsive Teaching Strategies for Inclusive Math The post Culturally Responsive Teaching Strategies for Inclusive Math appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

DECEMBER 14, 2023

We've just posted a new blog post by Dr. Steve Albrecht in our " The Safe Library " section of Library 2.0 : " Make Yourself Multi-Lingual for Better Patron Communications." Our connection with people is built on mutual communication that is respectful and that shows listening skills on both sides. A little patience, a little practice, and a little courage to show that you are trying to learn their language can really set the most positive tone with the patrons you serve.

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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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Hansen's Link to Tech

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Discover how to generate useful information for planning a road trip.

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The Hechinger Report

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Editor’s note: This story led off this week’s Higher Education newsletter, which is delivered free to subscribers’ inboxes every other Thursday with trends and top stories about higher education. Email Address Choose from our newsletters Weekly Update Future of Learning Higher Education Early Childhood Proof Points Leave this field empty if you’re human: Everyone and their mother seems to have an opinion on the three college presidents who testified before Congress last week on the topic o

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 14, 2023

For avid readers and book enthusiasts, the joy of reading is often amplified by sharing and discussing books with others who share the same passion. In our digital age, this sense of literary community has found new life online, where book lovers from around the world can connect, share recommendations, and discover their next great read. From the comprehensive cataloging capabilities of Goodreads to the supportive indie ethos of Bookshop, online reading communities offer a diverse array of plat

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