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Giving Voice to Students is the Missing Link in Education Research

Digital Promise

After attending a convening hosted by the Center for Inclusion Innovation in 2023, an education researcher transformed her practice to center student voice and leadership.

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Why Schools are Modernizing Their Bell and Paging Systems

EdTech Magazine

The story of bell and paging systems is part of a larger narrative around modernizing collaborative tools in schools. Modernizing collaboration tools allows schools to communicate more effectively and consistently. They want to reach students more efficiently, yet the analog bell and paging platforms theyre using are aging. Many traditional bell and paging systems have evolved into solutions that incorporate video.

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Holiday Gifts for Teachers

Ask a Tech Teacher

Holiday gifts for teachers are a challenge. If your child has many teachers, it’s difficult to find a personalized gift for each that is both affordable and valued. For me, as a teacher, I am always happy with a gift certificate that works anywhere but there are time-proven gifts that don’t sound sounds like “money” Most popular gifts When I chat with teacher friends, here are the most popular gifts they’ve gotten over the years.

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A look at one school’s innovative approach to PD

eSchool News

Key points: A strong PD model focused on growth is critical to student success Strategies to craft effective PD for schools and districts Equitable access to AI is a problemthe solution is professional learning For more news on PD, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub In this Q&A, eSchool News chats with Andi Morency, founder and executive director/principal of The Honors Academy of Literature in Reno, Nevada.

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Enhancing Higher Education with Generative AI: A Responsible Guide

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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Cover Images in Google Docs

Learning in Hand

Want to make your Google Docs more visually appealing? You can add a striking header image that stretches across the entire width of your document. Here's how: Before you begin: Switch your Google Doc to Pageless format, as cover images are only available in this mode. Simply open the Format menu and select "Switch to Pageless format." To add your header: Click the Insert menu Select "Cover image" Choose either "Choose from stock images" or "Upload from computer" Design tip: When creating your o

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Common Sense Media, OpenAI launch free K-12 AI training course

eSchool News

Key points: AI skills are essential–and free courses can help teachers hone theirs Exploring generative AI through the lens of science fiction How AI can unleash student curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking For more news on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub In a nod to educators’ desire to become more comfortable using AI in teaching and learning, Common Sense Media and OpenAI have launched “ChatGPT Foundations for K-12 Educators,” a free cou

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Why I Spend My Lunch Hour with Students

Edsurge

My favorite part of my job is not actually part of my job. As a public high school teacher in a state and district with a teachers union, my contract entitles me to a duty-free lunch. Over the years, however, I have willingly and somewhat proudly developed a lunch crew. Many teachers have a lunch crew that same group of students who choose to make their classroom a home base during the week.

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Burst Mode on iPhone & iPad

Learning in Hand

Burst mode on iPhone and iPad is incredibly handy for capturing action shots or quick poses. Whether you're photographing a moving subject or trying to avoid blinking at just the wrong moment, Burst mode has you covered. To use Burst mode, press and drag the shutter button (the white circle) to the left in the Camera app. The camera will take a rapid series of photos until you release the button.

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How to Name a Google Doc

Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler

How many of your documents in Google Drive say "Untited document." Here are multiple ways for how to name a Google Doc. The post How to Name a Google Doc appeared first on Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler.

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NexGen News: How to Use It to Teach

techlearning

NexGen News gives kids fortnightly news updates with learning follow-ups for teachers.

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Enhancing School Device Management for Improved Learning

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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Golf and STEM: a visit with LIV Golf and their STEM resources

American Consortium for Equity in Education

Life skills, teamwork, resilience, STEM and sustainability. How LIV Golf and Discovery Education are bringing great resources to your school. The post Golf and STEM: a visit with LIV Golf and their STEM resources appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.

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Title I Educators Win More Than $16,000 For The Purchase Of Over 3,350 Books In The Lexia Library Wish Program

eSchool News

BOSTON Charlotte Brett, the librarian at Antrim Elementary School in New Hampshire is the winner of the grand prize of a $4,000 gift certificate in the Lexia Library Wish program. Created by Lexia, a Cambium Learning Group brand , in collaboration with the nonprofit First Book , the program offered Title 1 educators the chance to win a total of over $16,000 for stocking their classroom or school library with books from the First Book Marketplace.

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5 Ways Ultrawide Curved Monitors Can Boost Your Business Productivity

ViewSonic Education

Ever feel like youre constantly juggling windows and battling eye strain during long work sessions? Ultrawide curved monitors are here to change that. With their ultrawide, curved screens, these monitors create a more immersive and natural viewing experience compared to flat displays. Whether youre managing projects, collaborating with a team, or working solo, these monitors are designed to help you work smarter and more efficiently.