Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 3, 2024

STEM education–Science, technology, engineering, and math–sounds intimidating, but is actually one of the most satisfying learning experiences students can participate in. Makeblock (an Ask a Tech Teacher sponsor) has some excellent resources for this field. Today, we’ll discuss: How Laser Cutter Brings New Inspiration to the Classroom STEM education is the need of this modern era, which is why teachers look for some interesting ways to teach these subjects and skills.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 3, 2024

Sustainability is now imperative, with students and consumers increasingly demanding it. High schooler Reema Patadia said she and other young people “crave a deeper understanding of sustainability, how their future careers and lives will connect to it, and what they can do about it,” according to a Colorado Public Radio news article. Students want to learn about sustainability, and they’re prioritizing colleges and businesses that demonstrate sustainable initiatives.

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Digital Promise

MAY 3, 2024

The post How 4 Educational Leaders are Guiding their Districts in the Age of AI appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Edsurge

MAY 3, 2024

Texas is turning over some of the scoring process of its high-stakes standardized tests to robots. News outlets have detailed the rollout by the Texas Education Agency of a natural language processing program, a form of artificial intelligence, to score the written portion of standardized tests administered to students in third grade and up. Like many AI-related projects, the idea started as a way to cut the cost of hiring humans.

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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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The Hechinger Report

MAY 3, 2024

BURLINGTON, Vt. — Hopeful young entrepreneurs in business schools routinely pitch ideas for startup companies as part of their classroom assignments. But the ones who were doing it at the University of Vermont were still in high school. It was the inaugural Vermont Pitch Challenge, to which nearly 150 teams from 27 states and seven countries had submitted their entrepreneurial brainstorms.

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eSchool News

MAY 3, 2024

This post originally appeared on ClassVR’s blog and is republished here with permission. Key points: VR is helping students and staff form new learning experiences A fresh perspective on VR in special education 10 cool AR and VR tools for the classroom For more news on VR in the classroom, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Spaulding Academy & Family Services is a small, non-profit special education school and residential facility serving students with a wide range of abilities, in

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eSchool News

MAY 3, 2024

Key points: Teacher stress is leading to an alarming teacher shortage Creativity in the classroom reduces burnout and improves well-being Prioritizing teacher well-being can help schools retain talent For more news on teacher stress, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub Educators have never had an easy job, but teacher stress and burnout are at chart-topping levels in schools across the nation.

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ScienceDaily (EdTech section)

MAY 3, 2024

A new study sheds light on the role that new and traditional media play in promoting and affecting character development, emotions, prosocial behavior and well-being (aka happiness) in youth.

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techlearning

MAY 3, 2024

Kerri Wall renovated her high school media center to give agency to students, empowerment to teachers, and hope to a community

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Marketplace K-12

MAY 3, 2024

Vivek Sinha, former chief operating officer of Unacademy, announced his new venture, Beyond Odd Technologies, had raised $11 million in seed funding. The post K-12 Dealmaking: Abre Raises $24 Million Through Series A Round; Follett Acquires MasterLibrary appeared first on Market Brief.

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MAY 3, 2024

NEWPORT BEACH, CA, USA – Ozobot , a global leader in programmable robotics and STEAM-based learning solutions that empower the next generation of creators from K-12 to higher education and beyond, today announced the upcoming launch of its Bit Robot Recycle & Replace Program, in celebration of Earth Day. “We’re proud to launch this long-awaited program, answering the call from our loyal customers and valued educators for a solution to upgrade their legacy robots,” said Kristin Archer,

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Kitaboo on EdTech

MAY 3, 2024

Today, publishers are increasingly troubled by the rampant growth of online piracy, which not only diminishes their revenues but also undermines their intellectual property rights over their eBooks. Online piracy growth is supported by the rise of digital libraries that stock pirated content, platforms that allow free downloads of pirated content, and consumer-focused content-sharing platforms.

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SplashLearn

MAY 3, 2024

Kinesthetic learning is a style in which individuals learn best through physical activities rather than sitting through lectures or watching demonstrations. Engaging in activities helps kinesthetic learners grasp concepts more effectively and enhances their ability to retain and apply the information. This approach is crucial for those who thrive on movement and hands-on experiences.

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Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler

MAY 3, 2024

As the school year draws to a close, it’s essential to organize and archive your digital classroom to ensure a smooth transition to the upcoming academic year. At Teacher Tech we focus on transformative uses of EdTech that enhance student-centered learning environments. Here, I’ll share strategies using Google Workspace, alongside other practical tools, to effectively.

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SplashLearn

MAY 3, 2024

As education shifts towards more personalized approaches, many parents are choosing homeschooling. This method tailors learning to each child’s unique abilities and needs. Thanks to online homeschool programs, what was once a challenge is now an option that fits different lifestyles and learning preferences. Why limit your child to a standard educational path when they […] The post 10 Best Online Homeschool Programs first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

MAY 3, 2024

There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. The post Protected: Texthelp – Sponsor of the 2024 Excellence in Equity Awards for Educators appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 3, 2024

We've just posted a new blog post by Dr. Steve Albrecht in our " The Safe Library " section of Library 2.0 : " Ask Dr. Steve - A Library Security Director Asks, 'Is a TASER advisable or not advisable?'" SUBMITTED QUESTION: I’m a security director for a large library district. I’ve got a rural library director who feels unsafe with drug activity around, and in fact, a late night bullet accidentally hit the library door a couple months ago.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

MAY 3, 2024

eBooks have become a major part of our everyday lives, trading in the problems of carrying around hefty books for their boundless convenience. eReader platforms allow publishers and readers alike to have access to a convenient place for hosting, buying, and reading eBooks. In this blog, we will explore the benefits of using eReader platforms for all parties and how they empower publishers in the digital age.

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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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