Ask a Tech Teacher
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
A mind map is a visual representation of information and ideas that helps organize and connect various concepts, making it easier for individuals and groups to understand, remember, and communicate complex topics. Some reasons why people use mind maps: Organizing Information : allow you to break down a topic into key components and show how they relate to each other.
Catlin Tucker
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Feedback is a powerful tool that can profoundly impact student learning and success. However, not all feedback is created equal; some approaches to feedback can propel students toward growth, while others may hinder their progress. What is the secret to effective feedback? How can educators unlock its power and potential to maximize student growth? How can teachers pull feedback into the classroom to ensure it is timely and actionable?
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Digital Promise
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
The post How 3 School Districts Are Innovating with Inclusivity, Equity, and the Future in Mind appeared first on Digital Promise.
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
In September, a teacher in the Hamshire-Fannett Independent School District, in Southeast Texas, was fired when district leaders learned that an eighth grade class was reading a graphic novel based on the diary of Anne Frank. The novel had not been approved and was deemed inappropriate, and the firing made headlines. It was an extreme example of the political strain public school teachers are under from parents and activists.
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.
techlearning
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Advice for those new to the edtech field from award-winning technology director Sandra Paul
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Paula Stamey, a seventh-grade social studies teacher in Benton, Tennessee, taught for 20 years before her school became a Verizon Innovative Learning School and adopted one-to-one technology in 2017. Initially, she resisted this change, feeling it was unnecessary and distracting. “I felt I had a system that worked, and introducing this ‘nonsense’ wouldn’t add anything to my classroom and would only create more work for me and be a distraction for my students,” she said.
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techlearning
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
ChatGPT Plus subscribers now have an internet-enabled version of the chatbot, providing students who can afford the subscription version with more opportunities to learn and cheat.
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Key points: The pandemic greatly exacerbated the stressful nature of teaching Strategies such as professional growth and building respect go a long way in reducing teacher stress See related article: Empowering staff and students with a sense of belonging For more on teacher well-being, see eSN’s SEL & Well-Being page Teaching has always been a stressful profession, but since the pandemic it has become even more so.
techlearning
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
The Screencastify vs ScreenPal battle is on, which will win a place in your classroom?
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Key points: Planning early gives ample time to examine technology upgrades A company specializing in IT upcycling or device buyback programs can help through the process See related article: How IT leaders tackle 7 digital asset management challenges For more news on IT innovations, visit eSN’s IT Leadership page While school districts are well underway into their new year – and their new budget – many are already planning for the year ahead, and technology remains one of the top prioritie
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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.
edWeb.net
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast While similar numbers of students have dyscalculia in relation to dyslexia, the amount of research done for dyslexia far outreaches the other. In fact, it wasn’t until 1985 that researchers developed a cognitive model for numerical and calculation processing, and it wasn’t until the 2000s that students could be assessed for dyscalculia.
Iterating Toward Openness
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
As I’ve been (re-)reading OER adoption research through a more critical lens I’m seeing a recurring pattern of significant threats to validity in the designs of studies purporting to measure the impact of OER adoption on student outcomes. While there are numerous methodological issues to consider, in this essay I’ll discuss three. Specifically, I’ll share: three questions you should ask when you read research about the impact of OER adoption on student outcomes, the reaso
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
WASHINGTON – Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today appointed Baldwin Union Free School District Superintendent Shari Camhi to serve on the National Assessment Governing Board , which oversees the country’s only ongoing, nationally representative assessment of student achievement. The Governing Board is a nonpartisan body established by Congress in 1988 to oversee and set policy for the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), also known as The Nation’s Report Card.
Lightspeed Systems
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Industry Veteran to Drive Company’s Continued Growth and Further Enhance Client Experience Austin, Texas —November 6, 2023—Today, Lightspeed Systems® , the edtech market leader in digital safety, security, and equity solutions, announced the appointment of Craig Chanoff to the role of Chief Revenue Officer. In his role, Chanoff will lead all functions of the revenue team, including Client Success, Sales, Field Marketing, and Revenue Operations, and as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, w
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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.
MiddleWeb
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
A just-crafted clay dino from seventh grader Gil reminds Dina Strasser that middle graders need unstructured time under the careful but non-interfering eye of an adult who is trained to watch and listen to them. Making room for that time is a challenge that’s seldom met. The post The Gold We’d Discover in Unstructured Downtime first appeared on MiddleWeb.
American Consortium for Equity in Education
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
During the recent 16th edition of Global Educational Supplies and Solutions (GESS) Dubai, Discovery Education’s Sandbox AR App was named Best XR/VR/AI Product as part of the GESS Education Awards. Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever Keep Reading Discovery Education’s Sandbox AR Honored with Global Educational Supplies & Solutions Award The post Discovery Education’s Sandbox AR Honored with Global Educational S
Brainscape
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
If you're a high school or college student or just someone who loves learning new sh**, you’ll probably have heard of Anki (or Quizlet or Brainscape ). All of them are digital flashcard apps (with a web-based study platform) that make learning super efficient and convenient. While Brainscape has a sophisticated, scientifically optimized learning algorithm , and Quizlet is like Candy Crush to high schoolers, Anki is a popular competitor of both… but does Anki work?
The Thinking Stick
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Explore the profound impacts of digital literacy and political engagement initiatives by CIVIX, and discover resources that can transform classrooms into hubs of critical thought and respectful discourse. We sit down with Dimitri Pavlounis, the Director of Research at CIVIX. Our discussion unravels around two pivotal programs at CIVIX: CTRL-F and PoliTalks, which are meticulously crafted to bolster digital literacy and political awareness among the youth.
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
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
The recognition reflects eLuma’s dedication and commitment to the wellbeing of its employees and creating a people-first culture eLuma, an end-to-end student mental health and special education solution, has earned a Top Workplaces 2023 award by the Salt Lake Tribune Keep Reading eLuma Recognized as a 2023 Top Workplace by Salt Lake Tribune The post eLuma Recognized as a 2023 Top Workplace by Salt Lake Tribune appeared first on The American Consortium for Equity in Education.
Think Exam
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
In today’s digital age, online education has become increasingly popular, offering students the flexibility to learn from the comfort of their homes. With this shift, the need for secure and reliable methods of assessment has grown exponentially.
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