The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 21, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In this episode of the 10 Minute Teacher podcast, host Vicki Davis sits down with Lauren Lavelle to discuss the transformative educational approach known as Genius Hour 2.0. Recorded live at ISTE, the conversation delves into how Genius Hour has been revamped and integrated into the sixth-grade curriculum, offering students a full-year exploratory course that goes beyond traditional learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 21, 2023

Learning a second language is a challenge, whether it be English, Russian, or any of the hundreds of world languages we find across the globe. You may need to do this because you’ve moved to a new country, because your job changed, or it’s a personal interest. The question becomes: How to make that happen? Do you immerse yourself? Use an app?

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 21, 2023

Portrait of a Graduate describes skills and competencies within a community that contribute to a life of well-being, fulfillment, and economic security

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Edsurge

AUGUST 21, 2023

As schools increasingly incorporate technology into their classrooms, student tech teams become invaluable resources in supporting both students and teachers. They can assist with device management, troubleshoot technical issues and ensure that technology is effectively integrated into the learning process. These tech teams offer a unique opportunity for students to take on leadership roles and develop valuable skills like problem-solving, teamwork, communication and critical thinking, in additi

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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

AUGUST 21, 2023

Key points: Artificial intelligence won’t replace educators–but it can enhance their abilities AI in education has the potential to streamline tasks across the board to improve workflows See related article: Embracing AI for limitless learning potential In the past year, AI has become the shiny new technology across industry sectors. In fact, in education specifically, AI has the potential to revolutionize the way teachers can support students and their individual journeys.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 21, 2023

Annie Talley Ochoa has long known that she was meant to teach. But as years and then decades passed, her plans to enter the classroom were repeatedly sidetracked and eventually stalled. At age 44, that’s about to change. Talley Ochoa is on track to earn her teaching credential next August, when she finishes her master’s degree in education. Already, though, her first year as a teacher is underway.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 21, 2023

Sibme — Research reinforces the effectiveness of video coaching in education, and a recent study from the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) noted that at least 70% of teachers that received feedback via video coaching learned specific strategies that they could use in their classrooms. In addition, almost 90% of teachers in the study said they were more reflective about their teaching as a result of the feedback they received. “Teachers have so much on their plates—from creatin

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

AUGUST 21, 2023

Mental health posters for schools is the topic of our blog post today! In our journey to foster an inclusive and nurturing educational environment, the emphasis on mental health awareness has never been more critical. The modern classroom is evolving into a space where students not only acquire academic knowledge but also learn about themselves, their emotions, and mental well-being.

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techlearning

AUGUST 21, 2023

Tech & Learning names the best education technology tools from ISTE 2023

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eSchool News

AUGUST 21, 2023

Key points: Too many students advanced to middle and high school without being able to read at grade level A targeted professional development program helped this district’s teachers improve literacy instruction for older readers See related article: I didn’t learn how to teach reading in my teacher prep program The mission of our English Language Arts Department is for staff, families, and community members to work in partnership to ensure that all students have adequate and equitable acc

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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.

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The Thinking Stick

AUGUST 21, 2023

How do we help students learn and play simultaneously? This week’s guest explains how esports links to so many components of academic life. Curious about ways to leverage your existing curriculum, STEM and STEAM programs with esports? You need to learn more from our guest. In recent years, esports has transitioned from mere entertainment to a thriving ecosystem that offers much more than thrilling competitions.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

AUGUST 21, 2023

A VISIT WITH THE COUNCIL OF ADMINISTRATORS OF SPECIAL EDUCATION, Dr Brigid Bright, CASE Director of Communications and Membership and CASE President Kindal Mason are my guests……getting this new school year off to the right start for special ed administration Keep Reading SPECIAL ED ADMINISTRATION UPCOMING EVENTS AS THE SCHOOL YEAR BEGINS The post SPECIAL ED ADMINISTRATION UPCOMING EVENTS AS THE SCHOOL YEAR BEGINS appeared first on Equity in Education.

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The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 21, 2023

America has pulled back from the brink of denying science in education. About 30,000 students in Florida were set to lose out this fall because Advanced Placement psychology classes were “ effectively banned ” due to a state prohibition against discussing certain gender and sexuality topics in high schools; fortunately, the state education department reversed course at the last minute in a game of Public Relations Chicken.

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Lightspeed Systems

AUGUST 21, 2023

With the mass proliferation of digital learning tools in recent years, digital distractions run rampant. Educators need to ensure students use them properly to advance their learning. Classroom management apps help with that, offering teachers visibility into students’ online activity so they can spot students who are getting off-task or struggling to keep up with their peers.

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The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 21, 2023

Many education researchers have warned that summer school doesn’t have a strong track record of helping students catch up academically. That’s because it’s hard to convince families to show up. In the wake of the pandemic, school leaders spent billions more on it anyway. In a 2022 national survey , 70 percent of school districts said they had launched new summer programs or expanded existing ones.

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Learning in Hand

AUGUST 21, 2023

The mission of Green Guardians is to advance environmental literacy. The website integrates environmental topics into core subjects by offering interactive lessons and resources that go beyond Earth Day. The lessons are grab-and-go—taking very little preparation. The Story of the Nimbus Fish Hatchery The Story of the Nimbus Fish Hatchery is a series of lessons for Grades 3-5 about how the combination of human activity and climate change have affected the life cycle of salmon and what Nimbus Fish

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MiddleWeb

AUGUST 21, 2023

Mona Iehl’s Word Problem Workshop lesson plan helped her realize that teaching math was just like teaching everything else. You have to allow students to bring themselves to the work – letting them use what they know and are able to do to figure things out. Then you step in. The post A Plan for All Kids to Build Math Proficiency first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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techlearning

AUGUST 21, 2023

School districts and edtech solution providers need to cultivate strategic partnerships to provide the best learning opportunities for students

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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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Hubbli

AUGUST 21, 2023

Education’s digital transformation has changed many aspects of the traditional schooling experience. One notable shift is in the realm of private school extracurricular activities. As remote learning takes center stage, the question emerges: how do private schools maintain the richness of their extracurricular programs in a virtual setting? To answer this, we must first understand the challenges they face and the innovative solutions they’ve implemented.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

AUGUST 21, 2023

Scribbles Software, a leading provider of K-12 records and enrollment software, announces significant updates to streamline and improve lottery management for schools and districts – especially for those managing complex lottery systems. Managing lotteries – the process in which students Keep Reading Scribbles Software Announces “Mass Lottery” Feature to Help Schools and Districts Quickly Manage Complex Lotteries The post Scribbles Software Announces “Mass Lottery” Feature to Help Schools and Di

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SplashLearn

AUGUST 21, 2023

Do you ever find yourself running out of things to talk about with your kids? Well, next time you’re looking for something fun and engaging to do together, try asking them some this or that questions for kids! These are great for getting kids to think critically and make decisions while having a good time. […] The post 130+ Best This or That Questions for Kids in 2023 first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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