Ask a Tech Teacher
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
18 Digital Tool Musts in the Classroom This video is from a series I taught for school districts. It is now available for free, here on Ask a Tech Teacher: Summary 18 essential digital tools for classrooms, emphasizing their impact on modern education. Highlights Annotation Tools: Essential for digital note-taking. Avatars: Promote digital citizenship and privacy.
EdTech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
As the 2024-2025 school year begins, students return to classes, digital assignments and cloud-based educational technology tools. Lessons explore emerging technologies while striving to facilitate collaboration and engagement. And all of these workflows and learning opportunities rely on the internet. With K–12 schools’ heavy reliance on the internet for today’s teaching and learning practices, it’s the job of IT administrators to keep students safe online.
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Ditch That Textbook
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Music can help your students learn. Suno (suno.com) creates custom songs for you in a minute -- songs that can support learning and the classroom. Here's how. Music is a connector in learning. Want to connect students to a new concept so they can remember and understand it? Put it to music. Want to connect WITH your […] The post How to make custom songs for your class in a minute with Suno appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.
EdTech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The big, once-in-a-lifetime Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund bonanza is now officially over, and that loss could be particularly tough for K–12 students and teachers who rely on educational technology. No longer flush with federal funds, schools will now need to make very tough decisions for the 2024-2025 school year and beyond as they revisit their pre-pandemic funding strategies.
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.
Digital Promise
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The post 5 Research-Backed Strategies to Help Learners Build Spatial Skills appeared first on Digital Promise.
Edsurge
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
HOUSTON — On a Saturday morning in August 2023, a crowd gathered outside the Houston Independent School District administration building with protest signs in hand. The brutal, sticky heat of Texas summer already had people wiping sweat from their brows and handing out bottled water from ice-filled coolers. Teachers, parents and politicians took turns at the microphone, united in their criticism of the controversial state takeover of Texas’ largest school district.
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eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Key points: School libraries promote digital literacy, collaboration, and adaptability Digital citizenship, digital literacy, and education 10 reasons we love school librarians For more news on school libraries, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub School libraries have undergone a significant shift over the years, adapting to changes in technology, education philosophies, and the dynamic needs of students.
techlearning
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Deck.Toys makes lesson planning and feedback easy and fun for teachers and students.
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Key points: It’s critical to create safe school environments for staff and students Collaborating with law enforcement to strengthen school safety Wearable panic buttons help us better protect students and educators For more news on school safety, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub Although 77 percent of educators and administrators say they believe school safety significantly impacts staff retention and recruitment, only 33 percent feel that their school or district highly prior
Lightspeed Systems
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
National Suicide Prevention Week: a time to destigmatize mental health issues and prioritize mental health awareness & outreach in our youth.
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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.
Josie Ahlquist
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
We often rely on students to manage social media for various accounts — from university-wide channels to department and academic program pages. However, busy schedules, limited resources, and time constraints can make providing these students with the training they need difficult.
MiddleWeb
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The Freelance Educator is an easy read and a practical look at the beginning steps you'll need to take to convert your knowledge as an educator into part- or full-time work in the world of freelance professional development, says literacy coach and PD provider Tanya Ray. The post Start your Educational Consulting Business first appeared on MiddleWeb.
Twinkl International Publishing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in your 3rd, 4th, and 5th-grade classroom with this comprehensive guide to books, lessons, and activities. From highlighting notable Hispanic figures and learning Spanish phrases to exploring art, music, and food, this blog offers a wide range of fun and educational ways to immerse your students in Hispanic culture.
Adam Watson Edtech Elixirs
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Back in late August 2022 -- in what seems just an eyeblink ago -- I joined the Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative ( OVEC ) as part of the grant-funded "Deeper Learning Team." It's been a journey full of opportunities for learning, partnerships on innovative projects, and celebrations of the innovative teaching in the Bluegrass. Alas, the grant ends on September 30, 2024, and with it, my Deeper Learning Design Specialist position.
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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.
Twinkl International Publishing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with your middle school students using these fun, engaging, and educational activities to highlight Hispanic culture and contributions!
Gaggle Speaks
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
I n today’s complex world, building resilience in children is essential for their long-term mental well-being. Resilience, defined by Merriam-Webster as “an ability to recover from or adjust easily to misfortune or change,” is a crucial skill that helps children navigate life’s challenges. Whether it’s dealing with academic pressures, social challenges, or the uncertainties of life, children need strong emotional foundations to develop this resilience.
The 21st Century Principal
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
"Want to be an expert on leadership? You could get training and exposure to the relevant research literature, but it's not necessary. If you are persuasive enough, articulate enough, or attractive enough, if your have an interesting enough, uplifting story of some combination of these traits, you are or can be a very successful leadership blogger, speaker, and consultant--whether or not you have ever read, let alone contributed to, any of the relevant social science on the topic." p. ix, Jeffrey
SplashLearn
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Did you know that the oldest known mathematical text dates back to around 1900 BC? Despite its ancient origins, there’s still so much that many people don’t know about the history of math. This blog will explore who invented math, why it was created, when and where it began, and how it has evolved over […] The post Who Invented Math?
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.
American Consortium for Equity in Education
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Our guest Shaun Carver is the Executive Director and CEO of The International House at UC Berkeley and will share his insights on bridging cultural divides, welcoming diverse students and cutivating respectful discussion. The post CREATING AN INCLUSIVE CAMPUS IN A POLITICALLY TENSE TIME appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.
PlagiarismCheck
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Okay, plagiarism. So much has been said about this issue that it may seem quite obvious. Copying from someone is bad, one should present original work, hence check plagiarism is essential. Is it that simple? We wish it was, as all of us would have much less trouble then. However, plagiarism can get the trickiest forms, causing problems even when the author has no clue they have been violating any rules.
American Consortium for Equity in Education
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
This fall, students at California’s Scholarship Prep Schools (SPS) are stepping back into classrooms with innovative new resources enhancing science education. With the California Discovery Education Science Experience, all SPS students can discover science in new ways that spark their Keep Reading California’s Scholarship Prep Schools Enhance Science Instruction with New Digital Resources From Discovery Education The post California’s Scholarship Prep Schools Enhance Science Instruction with Ne
Twinkl International Publishing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
If you’ve got a Christmas party coming up or you’re in need of some “quizmas” questions, then we’ve got you covered with some fabulous Christmas Trivia.
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.
The Hechinger Report
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
College has become a new battleground in the culture wars, and it’s affecting where students enroll and what they’re learning. Divisive protests, police crackdowns, and a chilling backlash against free speech are among the reasons that a growing number of students say they don’t feel welcome on some college campuses. In this election year, we talk about the politics of higher education, how it affects you and how to pick a college where you’ll feel welcome.
Twinkl International Publishing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Discover creative fall leaf art projects perfect for early childhood classrooms that combine hands-on learning with seasonal fun, helping young students explore colors, textures, and nature-inspired crafts.
The Hechinger Report
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
This is an edition of our Future of Learning newsletter. Sign up today to get it delivered straight to your inbox. What you need to know Hechinger’s executive editor, Nirvi Shah, joins us this week to share what she learned at the recent Moms for Liberty summit and how the organization’s targeted focus on transgender students helped lead to a temporary block to portions of President Joe Biden’s new Title IX regulations in some states.
Twinkl International Publishing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
El otoño trae consigo el encanto de Halloween, una celebración llena de personajes icónicos como brujas y vampiros. En este blog, te mostramos cómo disfrutar esta festividad de manera divertida y educativa con los más pequeños, a través de actividades lúdicas que fomentan su creatividad y aprendizaje. ¡Descubre cómo hacer de Halloween una experiencia inolvidable!
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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
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Discover the best kids and family podcasts to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month 2024. Explore engaging, educational content that honors Hispanic culture, history, and influential figures. Perfect for parents and educators!
Twinkl International Publishing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Twinkl Parents Ages 5 - 7 Newsletter - Ahoy, Matey!
Twinkl International Publishing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Support your child with their fine motor skills with these colour, cut and stick activities to try at home – perfect for 5- to 7-year-olds.
Twinkl International Publishing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
As a special education teacher, I always looked forward to celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15th to October 15th) in my classroom. It’s a wonderful opportunity to honor the rich cultural contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities while fostering inclusivity and appreciation among students. Finding ways to bring these celebrations into my special education classroom can be challenging, though.
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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