Digital Promise

JANUARY 31, 2024

The post How Can Districts Determine if an Edtech Product is High Quality? appeared first on Digital Promise.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Key points: Virtual field trips can help engage students in critical STEM education 8 virtual field trips for STEM education How to elevate climate literacy for future scientists For more news on virtual field trips, visit eSN’s Digital Learning page Climate change is an increasingly important subject in school curriculums. Today’s students will almost certainly inherit a climate-affected world and will need to understand the mechanisms of global warming if they are to grow into climate-co

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2024

Schools undergoing digital transformation increasingly rely on massive amounts of data to propel every facet of teaching and learning. As that seismic shift collides with today’s rapidly evolving threat landscape, zero trust’s always-on approach to cybersecurity is becoming a requirement — rather than a nice-to-have — for K–12 organizations of all sizes.

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EdTech4Beginners

JANUARY 31, 2024

Making educational apps is becoming more and more popular, which could completely change the way people learn. In fact, there are over 455,000 education apps available for download, so it’s safe to say that the market for such new methods of learning and skill development is booming. Still, this area has a few setbacks. In this article, we will explore these problems and give thorough solutions, each explained concisely to help developers make successful educational software.

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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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Education Elements

JANUARY 30, 2024

In 2009, Professor Tina Seelig looked over her class of Stanford business students and assigned a simple challenge. Working in groups, the students were given $5 and 2 hours to make the highest possible return on their money. They had a week to plan their strategy with almost unlimited creativity. At the end of the challenge, each group gave a 3 minute presentation to share their process and results with their peers.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Every month, subscribers to our newsletter get a free/discounted resource to help their tech teaching. Common Core–Math Lesson Plans 141 pages, 20 projects, over 114 Common Core standards, for K-8. 33% off right now through February 3, 2024 How to Achieve Common Core with Tech is a four-volume series that focuses on using technology to meet Common Core standards in Language, Writing, Reading, Speaking/Listening (not yet available), and Math.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 28, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the role of leadership is pivotal. The notion of educational leadership extends beyond administrative responsibilities; it embodies the vision, direction, and ethos of a learner-centric environment. Building capacity is not just an individual pursuit but a collective journey towards excellence. It is vital because it directly impacts the quality and effectiveness of teaching and learning environments.

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 30, 2024

The post Announcing Digital Promise’s New Edtech and Emerging Technologies Initiative appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 31, 2024

Here are the most-read posts for the past month: Top Ten Articles, Tips, and Reviews for 2023 Tech Tip #8–Print a selection off a webpage Free MLK Lesson Plans Tons of Online Resources About Classroom Management Implementing Mindfulness Practices in Schools 13 Websites to Learn Everything About Landforms National Handwriting Day 5 Internet Safety Tips for Teachers What Happens When Technology Fails?

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2024

Despite the pandemic forcing more K–12 schools into some form of technology innovation, the American educational model has not seen massive shifts in recent years. That needs to change if today’s students are to become future ready, said Michael Meechin, Florida state director at the National Center on Education and the Economy. A former principal who won awards for his work, Meechin encouraged attendees at the National Future of Education Technology Conference at the Orange County Convention Ce

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In my last blog post titled “ Part I: Maximize the Impact of Explicit Teaching with Blended Learning ,” I explored the benefits of shifting from explicit teaching as a whole class experience to a differentiated small group experience. I wanted to highlight how teachers can use blended learning models , like the station rotation, to differentiate their instruction and modeling sessions better to meet the needs of small groups of learners.

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The post How to Support Student Design Skills Using Technology appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 30, 2024

As High School students explore post-graduation options, more and more are looking at careers as creators. Boosted by the rise in popularity of generative AI image options like DALL-E, photo editing as a career enjoys a resurgence among those preparing to enter the work force. It is fulfilling and potentially lucrative and relies heavily on individual passion and preparation.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2024

Developed in 2009 by former Forrester Research analyst John Kindervag, the zero-trust security model revolves around the motto “never trust, always verify.” It is an evolving methodology in cybersecurity that governs user access to data and networks. “Zero trust really comes down to: Are you who you say you are, and are you where you are supposed to be?

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Edsurge

JANUARY 31, 2024

Navigating school spaces is a journey and students’ needs are ever changing. While educators are leaving the field at unprecedented rates , many districts are scrambling to meet the needs of all their students. As a parent, I felt the impact of the departures when I had to guide my then seventh-grader through math without a consistent teacher after a mid-year exit.

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 30, 2024

The post Micro-credentials Set New Milestones and Horizons for 2024 appeared first on Digital Promise.

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JANUARY 29, 2024

National Puzzle Day is celebrated on January 29th each year. It’s a day dedicated to enjoying and solving puzzles of all kinds, including jigsaw puzzles, crosswords, Sudoku, and various other brain teasers. Puzzle enthusiasts often use this day to engage in their favorite puzzle-solving activities and share their passion with others. Whether it’s a solo endeavor or a group activity, National Puzzle Day encourages people to exercise their minds and have fun with the challenges that pu

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2024

In the face of increasingly intelligent cybercriminals and rising threats, K–12 organizations must protect their networks and online environments from attacks. Cybersecurity remains the top priority for K–12 IT leaders, according to CoSN’s “2023 State of EdTech Leadership” report, with more schools prioritizing training for IT staff and end users last year than in 2022.

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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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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

On a recent walk after spending a day working with middle school teachers on engagement strategies, I was listening to the “We Can Do Hard Things” podcast. The guest, Allison Russell, was talking about the emotional intelligence of young people and mentioned that she’d just learned that her daughter was part of Generation Alpha , which refers to people born after 2010.

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Explore Digital Promise’s free resources available to help CTE educators prepare students for a global workforce.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

There are great reasons to use online videos to learn math: Visual Learning: for many, this makes complex topics easier to understand Flexibility: access content at their own pace Engagement: engaging and interactive Review and Replay: revisit specific sections of a video as many times as needed to reinforce understanding. Supplementary Learning: complement traditional learning Here are ten online resources for teaching math that I think you’ll like (for updates to this list, click here

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Waterford

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Women’s History Month, observed each March, is a dedicated time to honor the accomplishments, resilience, and contributions of women. For elementary teachers, this month provides an opportunity and a reminder to include women’s history in your year-round curriculum. The significance of Women’s History Month serves as a powerful reminder that women have always been instrumental in shaping societies, breaking barriers, and influencing positive change throughout history.

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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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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

A few years on from district-wide remote learning spurred by the coronavirus pandemic, Principal Darren A. Cole-Ochoa has observed the students at Truan Junior High re-adapting to in-person schooling fall along a spectrum. “When we got into the classroom, the students were shy. They didn't want to work in groups. They had a wall,” Cole-Ochoa says of the students in the small town of Elsa, Texas.

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 29, 2024

The post Aspiration to Ecosystem: The Growth of Digital Promise’s Product Certifications appeared first on Digital Promise.

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TeacherCast

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Congratulations! You have created the “next big thing” in education and it’s time to share it with the world. You know your goal is to get it in the hands of teachers and have them inspire the world using it so you can begin to build saturation in the market. How do you do this? The post Dear EdTech Companies, We Need To Talk. Sadly, EdTech Misunderstands the Best Way to Gain Saturation in the Classroom appeared first on TeacherCast Educational Network.

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EdNews Daily

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The strength of our Dynamic Science curriculum comes from our partnership with science authors and editors all across Texas. That’s why we’re introducing our Meet the Authors’ Series so you can get to know the people who created the unique Science content for Texas learners. Our second interview is with Jenna Shinners. Jenna Shinners took the lead on our Elementary Science content.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 31, 2024

“Okay! Let’s wrap up our conversations and get back together!” As the small group discussion portion of the PD session I was attending ended, an overwhelming feeling of relief came over me. Had I stayed in the session any longer, I might’ve had to slip out of the meeting room and find a hidden spot to cry; not tears of joy, per se, but frustration — frustration I often feel when squeezed out of conversations.

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The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 29, 2024

The pandemic not only disrupted education temporarily; it also triggered permanent changes. One that is quietly taking place at colleges and universities is a major, expedited shift to online learning. Even after campuses reopened and the health threat diminished, colleges and universities continued to offer more online courses and added more online degrees and programs.

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TeacherCast

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Looking to land your dream coaching gig? Here's how to stand out: Research the district, create a portfolio, network with other coaches, practice interview skills using the STAR method, and plan a strategic follow-up. The post 5 things every instructional coach needs to do before their next job interview appeared first on TeacherCast Educational Network.

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EdNews Daily

JANUARY 31, 2024

The strength of our Dynamic Science curriculum comes from our partnership with science authors and editors all across Texas. That’s why we’re introducing our Meet the Authors’ Series so you can get to know the people who created the unique Science content for Texas learners. Our first interview is with Elizabeth Gonzalez. Elizabeth is an educator with 10 years of middle school science teaching experience.

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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.

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