Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Gamification of Education This video is from a series I taught for school districts. It is now available for free, here on Ask a Tech Teacher: –summarize with NoteGPT Summary Jacqui Murray discusses the integration of technology in K-8 education, focusing on gamification to enhance learning. Highlights Gamification enhances learning by incorporating game elements into education.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

K–12 schools are entering an era of restricted budgets that require effective and sustainable solutions. Buoyed with ESSER funds, some schools have already exemplified thoughtful, sustainable planning through their investments and the positions they created within their districts. Others spent the money without an eye toward the future out of necessity, implementing technologies and roles they won’t be able to afford without additional funding.

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Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

The post Micro-credentials on the Rise: National Policy Map Showcases New Developments appeared first on Digital Promise.

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TeacherCast

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

In today's digital age, student portfolios have become an essential tool for showcasing learning and growth. Google Sites offers an excellent platform for creating dynamic and engaging student portfolios. Let's explore why and how to implement this powerful tool in your classroom. Why Create Student Portfolios? Student portfolios serve multiple purposes in education: How to The post Unlocking Student Potential: Using Google Sites for Student Portfolios appeared first on TeacherCast Educational N

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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

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Key points: Look for a literacy platform that meets students where they are 4 components of an effective literacy ecosystem To start the school year off right, invest in literacy For more news on literacy, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub With a student population that’s roughly 85 percent Hispanic, our K-8 academy faces some interesting-but-not-insurmountable literacy challenges.

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techlearning

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

I recently reviewed GMTech and found multiple ways educators might use the tool to prepare teaching materials with the help of AI and to see how students might use AI to cheat.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Key points: Tying classroom decor to learning themes is great for student engagement The psychology of classroom management 3 pillars for building a positive classroom culture For more news on classroom management, see eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Teachers have their own preferences and approach when it comes to classroom decor. But every teacher is designing their classroom with the same goal in mind: to create an engaging and welcoming space for students.

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MiddleWeb

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Aaron Hansen provides a vision and guidance for a student centered approach to learning, backed by practical strategies and real-world examples. While the journey to implement these changes may be challenging, the potential rewards are immense, writes educator Melinda Stewart. The post Empowering Students to Own Their Learning first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Chicago, IL and Charlotte, NC — Otus , the leading K-12 assessment, data, and insights solution, and Discovery Education, the global leader in standards-aligned digital curriculum resources, today announced a new strategic partnership aimed at maximizing student achievement nationwide through the powerful combination of engaging content and state-of-the-art data analytics.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast Educators want assessments to be instructionally useful and provide data they can use to help students learn, but not all assessments do that. So what do instructionally useful assessments look like? In the edLeader “ Assessments That Support Ambitious Teaching: What Makes an Assessment Instructionally Useful ,” Dr.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

As someone in their 60s with multiple STEM degrees, I’ll admit: learning to play video games competitively isn’t high on my to-do list. I’ve left my arcade days in the 1980s, and though part of me would love to keep up with my Gen Z son, the thought of mastering today’s games is intimidating—the learning curve is steep, the skills demanding. But that’s precisely my point: console gaming, like any complex endeavor, takes sustained focus, effortful practice, mental agility, perseverance, and, abov

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Watch the Recording In a recent edWebinar hosted by edWeb , a panel of high school seniors from Livingston High School (NJ), each with different career aspirations, discussed the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in education and their future. Ella, Ashley, Oishik, and Parker offered unique insights into how AI has influenced their academic lives and shaped their views on their prospective fields.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Traditional intervention doesn’t work for all students. See the solution that does in our webinar! The post Webinar: Intensive Intervention with Inspire appeared first on n2y.

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ignitionEDU

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

I have created a number of Chrome extensions to meet specific needs of my district. This one just published is for me and my fellow Google admins and fixes one of my pet peeves of the Security Center Dashboard. When you click a VIEW REPORT link, the report is shown but in a very narrow table. All kinds of wasted space left and right when a wider table would be so much more user-friendly.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Ashley Bushell is a K-12 Instructional Coach for Fairfield County School District located in rural Winnsboro, SC, with 15 years of experience in education. She is dedicated to fostering change and promoting equity in educational spaces. Outside of her professional Keep Reading LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY TO PROVIDE EQUITABLE LEARNING EXPERIENCES The post LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY TO PROVIDE EQUITABLE LEARNING EXPERIENCES appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.

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Lightspeed Systems

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Introducing Teaching Team: a new feature that makes it easier for teachers to get support via co-teachers, substitutes, and aides.

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Twinkl International Publishing

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Noche Buena, a Spanish term meaning “ the Good Night” is celebrated on Christmas Eve and holds a cherished place in Filipino culture. It’s a night for families to come together, share a feast, and celebrate the joy and warmth of the holiday season.

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Twinkl International Publishing

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Known for its stunning landscapes of forests and lakes. Sweden is a fascinating country. You can read our blog to learn interesting facts about Sweden, its traditions and culture. We also have ten super activities for kids to support their learning at home.

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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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Twinkl International Publishing

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

This TA Workshop provides teaching assistants with practical strategies and resources for supporting children and young adults with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN). Explore and understand what SLCN is and how Twinkl can support you with the varying needs of the children and young people you teach. This blog offers valuable insights and tools to help you support children with varying SLCN including visual and auditory supports, symbol supports, and social supports, plus top tips f

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Twinkl International Publishing

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Life skills are essential for all students, particularly those in special education, where tailored resources can make a world of difference in building confidence, independence, and safety. Twinkl offers a suite of life skills resources specifically crafted for special education students, targeting practical areas like measuring ingredients, kitchen safety, grocery budgeting, and comprehension of kitchen-related tasks.

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Twinkl International Publishing

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Ontario schools are enhancing inclusion through Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and support from organizations like Inclusion Action Ontario and Twinkl, fostering equal opportunities for all students.

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Twinkl International Publishing

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Teaching is rewarding, but the challenges—long hours, stress, and limited flexibility—often lead educators to seek new opportunities. In 2023, nearly 40,000 teachers transitioned into roles that better aligned with their goals and lifestyles. From tutoring and supply teaching to careers in project management or HR, there are many paths to explore. Discover flexible career options and actionable advice by reading the full blog post.

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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.

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Twinkl International Publishing

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Here are our five top tips for how to manage your little one’s big feelings at Christmastime.

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Twinkl International Publishing

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

El bullying es cada vez más frecuente en las escuelas, pese a los esfuerzos por prevenirlo. En este artículo podrás conocer las mejores herramientas para combatirlo.

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Twinkl International Publishing

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Take a look at our fabulous selection of resources to help you countdown to Christmas.

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Twinkl International Publishing

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Find out how you can use maps to teach your 5 to 7-year-old key geography skills at home with fun and engaging activities for the whole family.

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Twinkl International Publishing

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Government launches TPS consultation with contributions set to rise for the first time since 2015.

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Twinkl International Publishing

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Tech company Meta is developing an AI tool to help them enforce recently released teen accounts.

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Twinkl International Publishing

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Explore fun activities that help preschoolers learn about gratitude and express thankfulness.

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Twinkl International Publishing

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Our weekly trainee teachers newsletter to help you go into the classroom felling confident!

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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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