EdTech4Beginners
DECEMBER 7, 2024
As educators around the world are realizing, there are many benefits to using AI to plan and deliver online lessons. This transformative technology has the potential to drastically streamline teachers workloads, while also making learning experiences more engaging, personalized and accessible for students. Business leaders in all different industries are already integrating the technology into their working practices.
A Principal's Reflections
DECEMBER 8, 2024
A few weeks back, my friend Monica Burns reached out and asked to share some insight on my favorite artificial intelligence (AI) tool for a blog post she was writing. Since she was gathering perspectives from numerous educators, I wanted to avoid the well-known tools such as ChatGPT and Gemini. Thus, my decision was easy as I was able to zero in on one that I use routinely, which not only helps me when coaching, but also can be invaluable to practicing school leaders.
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EdTech Magazine
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Ruben Puentedura developed the SAMR model in 2010 to help schools integrate technology into teaching and learning. SAMR stands for the four tiers in this education model: substitution, augmentation, modification and redefinition. In schools that have implemented the SAMR model in their classrooms, teachers use technology as a way to enhance learning rather as a replacement for instruction.
EdTech Magazine
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Schools face significant cyber challenges. In K12, IT teams may be under-resourced, with limited budgets and personnel. Meanwhile, the shift to digital learning has expanded the attack surface, and most end users are kids, who may not be well versed in cybersecurity best practices. In this environment, endpoint detection and response is a crucial defense, providing real-time monitoring of devices and networks.
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.
EdTech Magazine
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Despite challenges such as increasing workloads, burnout and staff shortages, schools have new opportunities to innovate. According to a Gallup poll, 44% of K12 workers reported being always or very often burned out at work. Earlier this year, the U.N. issued a global alert regarding a teacher shortage, and 44 million more primary and secondary teachers will be needed worldwide by 2030, according to UNESCO.
The CoolCatTeacher
DECEMBER 4, 2024
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Today, we’re exploring one of the most exciting and relevant topics in education— teaching kids to code. Featuring insights from leading computer science educators, this episode provides actionable strategies, tools, and ideas to make coding education engaging for all ages.
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Ditch That Textbook
DECEMBER 5, 2024
It's that special time at the end of the year that your students anticipate excitedly.Winter break? Christmas? New Year's Eve?Please. It's the release of Spotify Wrapped! In case you haven't heard: Spotify Wrapped is a summary of everything you've listened to throughout the calendar year. Early in December every year, Spotify uses Wrapped to […] The post Spotify Wrapped-style learning: Free template + class activities appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.
EdNews Daily
DECEMBER 19, 2024
California Community Colleges are all in. From their annual Futures Summit on September 10 to their work with AI in fighting admissions fraud, the 116 colleges of the California Community College system plan to be front and center in the use of AI Technologies. One factor that has really moved the colleges along is the very high incidence of admissions fraud, which according to the state chancellors office, is dealing with some very troubling numbers.
Edsurge
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Show your work has taken on a new meaning and importance in the age of ChatGPT. As teachers and professors look for ways to guard against the use of AI to cheat on homework, many have started asking students to share the history of their online documents to check for signs that a bot did the writing. In some cases that means asking students to grant access to the version history of a document in a system like Google Docs, and in others it involves turning to new web browser extensions that hav
EdTech Magazine
DECEMBER 17, 2024
As companies race to embed artificial intelligence in their products, Samsung stands out by taking a more thoughtful, learner-focused approach. I say this after recently getting a chance to observe a virtual demonstration of the Samsung Interactive Display WA65D, which includes its AI Class Assistant upgrade. Instead of simply adding flashy AI features, Samsung created a system that helps educators with practical tasks such as generating class summaries, quizzes and providing interactive content
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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.
The CoolCatTeacher
DECEMBER 24, 2024
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter The rapid evolution of AI is reshaping education, especially when it comes to teaching writing. In this episode of Cool Cat Teacher Talk , I explore how educators can balance innovation and tradition to empower students as writers in the classroom. From AI tools like Perplexity Pro to modern note-taking strategies, this episode lays the groundwork for helping students navigate writing in the digital age.
Ask a Tech Teacher
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Here’s the outline for a seminar I teach in schools before the holiday break, to excite teachers about what they can accomplish “the second half” of the school year: Every year, I make New Year resolutions and ignore them. I don’t promise to fulfill them. I don’t even check my progress and revise as needed. I make-and-forget, check it off the New Year’s To Do list and move on.
ViewSonic Education
DECEMBER 2, 2024
How to Achieve a Dramatic & Atmospheric Style in Photos I wanted to share a few photography tips, but this time related to editing, using Adobe Lightroom. This is the keystone to achieving my dramatic and atmospheric style in my photos. Tip 1 – Tone Curve Fade This is a standard tone curve in a typical S shape, you may be familiar with the S-curve, and I use a variant of this for most of my edits.
Digital Promise
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The post How Esports in Classrooms is Increasing Interest in STEM Activities and Encouraging Student Leadership appeared first on Digital Promise.
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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.
Edsurge
DECEMBER 2, 2024
The need to teach responsible and ethical digital habits has never been more pressing. For students, digital citizenship isn’t just a skill — it’s essential to navigating everything from staying connected with their friends to learning about the world around them, to preparing for college and career. But with technology advancing so quickly, how can we help young people make healthy choices?
EdTech Magazine
DECEMBER 20, 2024
In a CDW Education webinar held Dec. 10, a panel of higher education technology experts met to discuss the evolving needs of college students and how technology plays a role in their experience. The webinar, titled Transforming the Campus Experience: Solutions That Foster Student Success in Higher Education, included representatives from CDW technology partners Canva, Genetec and Promethean.
eSchool News
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Key points: Educators can guide students to navigate an AI-driven future responsibly Equitable access to AI is a problem–the solution is professional learning How AI can unleash student curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking For more news on AI, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a cornerstone of modern technology, influencing industries from healthcare to entertainment.
Ask a Tech Teacher
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Ask a Tech Teacher is a small group of tech-ed teacherswith a big goal: provide free and affordable resources and insight to anyone, anywhere on how to integrate technology into education. It’s an ambitious goal and we rely on donations from readers like you to make that happen. About this time of each year, when several of ourlarger bills come due, we give a shout out for help.
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.
edWeb.net
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Check out the top 2024 edWebinars and edLeader Panels of the year! edWeb presented over 400 new programs in 2024 on so many timely topics for PreK-12 educators. It’s always interesting to see what’s trending with the highest registrations for the year. The rankings are based on the number of registrations the programs received. All of the programs are available to view on-demand.
The Hechinger Report
DECEMBER 9, 2024
High school students in a calculus class. A 2024 survey of college admissions officers shows that many give extra weight to applicants with calculus on their transcripts. Credit: Brett Coomer/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images) Calculus can be a miserable slog for many high schoolers. Its estimated that 20 percent of students (about 800,000 a year) take the subject, generally when they are seniors.
Edsurge
DECEMBER 4, 2024
At its core, personalized learning is about recognizing that no two students learn exactly the same way. It moves beyond the one-size-fits-all approach by focusing on each student’s strengths, needs and learning pace. By creating more flexible, student-centered classrooms, personalized learning empowers students to take ownership of their education, developing the skills they need to thrive both academically and personally.
EdTech Magazine
DECEMBER 4, 2024
There are many technologies that help keep a school running smoothly. Some of these are obvious, while others work in the background to keep everyone on track. Clocks, bells and paging systems may not be the flashiest educational technology tools in K–12 buildings, but without these systems, the school day would fall apart for lack of structure. Whereas schools are regularly refreshing their other technologies, such as networks and student devices, there’s less emphasis on modernizing bell and p
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Managing a K-12 campus with constant pressure to meet performance metrics is challenging. And tardiness can significantly limit a school from reaching these goals. Learn more about why chronic lateness matters, and key strategies to address the following impacts: Data errors caused by manual processes Low attendance and graduation rates that affect a school’s reputation Classroom disruption, which leads to poor academic performance High staff attrition and “The Teacher Exodus” Unmet LCAP goals t
eSchool News
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Join eSchool News for the 12 Days of Edtech with 2024s most-read and most-loved stories. On the 11th Day of Edtech, our story focuses on post-pandemic classroom technology. Key points: Digital learning tools must engage students in modern ways How 5 educators use digital tools in the classroom Hands-on learning will help Gen Alpha reach new levels of technical innovation For more on digital classrooms, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Todays kids are built differently.
Ask a Tech Teacher
DECEMBER 13, 2024
Need a few websites to fill in free minutes? Here are holiday websites that will keep students busy while teaching them ( click for updates to list ): 12 Days of Christmas 55 Christmas Project Ideas for Elementary Schoolage Students Christmas Celebrations Across the World (video) Christmas puzzles and games Christmashistoryfun video Christmas Traditions Around the World (video) Gift Hunt –updated version of 12 Days of Christmas–just as much fun Holiday Crossword Holiday Elf Games Hol
ViewSonic Education
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Youre exploring options for a new monitor, and one specification stands outrefresh rate, often 60Hz or 75Hz. Does a higher monitor refresh rate always mean better performance, or is there a sweet spot for your needs? Whether youre working, gaming, or multitasking, understanding monitor refresh rate is key. The good news? Choosing the right monitor refresh rate doesnt have to be overwhelming.
Digital Promise
DECEMBER 5, 2024
The post How I’m Using Data Gloves to Improve Communication Between Deaf and Hearing People appeared first on Digital Promise.
Speaker: Chris Paxton McMillin, President of D3 Training Solutions
There are plenty of great authoring tools for developing eLearning, but the one you select could directly impact your course's outcomes. Depending upon your learners’ needs and your organization’s performance goals, you could be overlooking considerations that impact the both effectiveness of your courses and how long it takes to finish them. From general capabilities to specific workflow structures, some aspects are critical when it comes to learning objectives and deadlines.
Edsurge
DECEMBER 3, 2024
The theme song of a podcast may only play for a few seconds at the beginning and ending of an episode, but the short clip sets the tone for the show. In searching for a theme song that fit, I spent hours clicking around on online music libraries including the Free Music Archive for songs with just the right mix of seriousness and playfulness to encapsulate our weekly interview show about the future of learning.
EdTech Magazine
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Keeping students safe on campus is a top priority for leadership at Mt. Diablo Unified School District in California. To make that happen, the IT department works closely with the maintenance and operations department. The teams recently used funding from the Measure J general obligation bond to install Axis video surveillance. Working with CDW, the district was able to make the upgrade efficiently and ensure the new cameras will be maintained.
eSchool News
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Key points: Thoughtful AI use helps teachers support students unique writing journeys Students using AI: Its not that scary and shouldnt be banned How AI is transforming learning for dyslexic students For more news on AI use, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Twenty years ago, when I started my career as an ESL teacher in Houston, Texas, I remember the struggles of teaching persuasive writing to English learners.
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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