EdNews Daily
MARCH 21, 2024
By Kiran Kodithala In our lifetimes, the most important technological advancements may arguably include cellular phones, the internet, and digital payments, each revolutionizing how we communicate, access information, and conduct transactions. The advent of smartphones has further intensified these effects, making these technologies indispensable in daily life.
A Principal's Reflections
MARCH 17, 2024
Imagine a classroom buzzing with engaged students, actively constructing knowledge and diving deep into topics that spark their curiosity. This vibrant learning environment does not just happen by chance. It thrives under the guidance of a passionate, skilled educator who is constantly evolving alongside their students. However, like their students, teachers need personalized growth opportunities to stay engaged, motivated, and effective.
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EdTech Magazine
MARCH 20, 2024
Students can build many skills when learning computer science, beyond the ones typically taught in traditional computer science classes. They can learn pattern recognition, problem-solving through debugging, and even project management as they break down a problem into its requisite parts and test and implement solutions. All of these skills can benefit students in a wide variety of jobs, whether related directly to technology or not.
Ask a Tech Teacher
MARCH 18, 2024
A backchannel refers to a secondary, often informal, communication channel that runs parallel to the main communication channel. In the classroom, it provides students with an outlet to: ask questions when the teacher is talking–isn’t at a lesson point where she can pause engage in conversation with other students without disturbing the class add comments to a conversation even after the class has moved on in the lesson plan.
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.
The CoolCatTeacher
MARCH 21, 2024
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Artificial Intelligence is the topic of conversation for anyone who cares about learning, scholarship, and the future of our world, and rightly so. The job losses are supposed to be staggering. The World Economic Forum predicted in 2020 that AI would take away 85 million jobs ; however, this powerful phenomenon would create 97 million new jobs.
Catlin Tucker
MARCH 19, 2024
Written by Noelle Gutierrez Educators know the importance of academic vocabulary instruction. Student knowledge of academic words and phrases has a direct impact on their ability to acquire and comprehend information, which is why it should be a part of every subject area and class. As an instructional coach and administrator, I regularly observed teachers providing direct instruction using explicit vocabulary routines.
EdTech Update brings together the best content for education technology professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Ask a Tech Teacher
MARCH 21, 2024
Before trying this lesson, start with Photoshop for Fifth Graders: The First Step is Word, Autofixes , cloning , and cropping. Don’t worry. It’s not hard–just the basics. Ready? Let’s start with what Adobe Photoshop is–a grown-up KidPix, and the default photo-editing program for anyone serious about graphics. This series of projects (available in 55 Technology Projects for the Digital Classroom Volume I ) introduces students to a traditionally-challenging program in an easy to understand
Digital Promise
MARCH 21, 2024
The post How Can Educational Leaders Strengthen Digital Equity in an Age of AI? appeared first on Digital Promise.
Edsurge
MARCH 18, 2024
Since ChatGPT was released in November 2022 and exploded into public discourse, the emergence of generative AI tools has been met with both excitement and concern, across virtually every industry, ideology and age group. Today, the use of this technology in education settings is underway, and states are even beginning to release guidance on how to navigate AI in schools.
EdTech Magazine
MARCH 21, 2024
In an ongoing effort to tackle inequities in digital skills and science, technology, engineering and math fields, Dell Technologies introduced its Girls Who Game program to San Carlos Apache Tribe students in Arizona’s San Carlos Unified School District No. 20. Girls Who Game, which was started in 2019 in partnership with Microsoft and Intel, has grown to include more than 75 clubs around the world.
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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.
Ask a Tech Teacher
MARCH 19, 2024
Keyboarding for Youngers A while ago, I participated in an online discussion about keyboarding for kids. The host thought it would be a yawner, but any tech teacher knows keyboarding is a controversial subject. In my classroom, it’s the most-asked question from parents, concerns like: When do students start? What are some of the developmental considerations about keyboarding?
Digital Promise
MARCH 18, 2024
The post Shifting Education with Learning Pathways: New White Paper Examines Portrait of a Graduate appeared first on Digital Promise.
Edsurge
MARCH 19, 2024
When some students hit an obstacle in school or college, they can take it as a sign that this whole education thing just isn’t for them. That can especially be the case for students who are racial minorities. That can be true with challenges like glitches in the federal financial aid forms or a student registration system, says Greg Walton, a psychology professor at Stanford University.
EdTech Magazine
MARCH 19, 2024
At Fort Smith Public Schools in Arkansas, a dual-enrollment program offers high school juniors and seniors the chance to get a head start on their collegiate careers. “Our students get hands-on learning and career readiness” in fields where studies have identified local workforce shortages, says Gary Udouj, director of career education and district innovation at FSPS.
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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.
Ask a Tech Teacher
MARCH 22, 2024
In these 169 tech-centric situations, you get an overview of pedagogy—the tech topics most important to your teaching—as well as practical strategies to address most classroom tech situations, how to scaffold these to learning, and where they provide the subtext to daily tech-infused education. Today’s tip: Where Did the Taskbar Go? Category: PC, Keyboarding Q: Some programs hide the taskbar when they open.
The Jose Vilson
MARCH 21, 2024
Here’s something I never got to tell you. About seven years ago, I wrote this post that went viral. I didn’t expect to see some popular public intellectuals sharing it with their audiences, and other public figures rebuking me publicly, either. Yes, the leader of the schools would try to reach out to me as did a few of his people. (I didn’t respond, but I did write another post about Capital Prep Harlem and another post in response to that.
Edsurge
MARCH 20, 2024
Teaching creativity and creative thinking in K-12 has always been valued but often challenging to implement. Many standards and curricula don’t call out creativity explicitly, and teachers aren’t often trained on how to teach and assess creative thinking. As such, many students enter college and the workforce not having enough practice in key critical thinking skills that they need to be innovative problem-solvers and effective communicators.
TeacherCast
MARCH 16, 2024
Microphones are essential for podcasting, and a good boom arm helps keep the workspace organized and ensures optimal microphone positioning. RODE offers the premium PSA1+ with smooth operation and adjustability. The more affordable PSA is praised for its sturdy build and versatility, making it a great choice for budget-conscious creators. Elgato provides the Wave Mic Arm for extensive reach and adjustability, while the Low Profile Mic Arm is suitable for compact workspaces.
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.
techlearning
MARCH 18, 2024
ChatGPT and other AI tools are smart but I’m smarter. okay maybe not, but these are strategies for writing AI-proof writing prompts that I’ve used effectively in my classes.
MiddleWeb
MARCH 17, 2024
As students experience physical and emotional changes as part of adolescent development, body image can become a complex and sensitive topic. Reading books that explore body image can help. Kasey Short shares some favorite titles and questions for reflection and discussion. The post Books to Help Students Explore Body Image first appeared on MiddleWeb.
Edsurge
MARCH 20, 2024
A few months ago, an assistant principal at my school gave me feedback I wasn’t prepared for. This colleague, who I manage, shared that during a recent meeting I had facilitated, my tone made them feel psychologically unsafe. Their words, and the description of their experience in the meeting left me stunned, confused and disappointed in myself. I kept thinking, “Me?
The Hechinger Report
MARCH 20, 2024
Editor’s note: This story led off this week’s Early Childhood newsletter, which is delivered free to subscribers’ inboxes every other Wednesday with trends and top stories about early learning. Last week the Massachusetts Senate unanimously passed a child care bill that would significantly expand state investment in child care. Less publicized: The bill also includes provisions that could make it harder for private equity-owned child care providers to expand significantly in the state.
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.
eSchool News
MARCH 19, 2024
Key points: Educators can use students’ innate desire to learn for deeper classroom engagement Friday 5: Strategies to promote student success Insights from educators: Priorities for 2023-2024 For more news on teaching trends, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub As an educator, I have always been fascinated by my students’ innate curiosity. From an early age, they have an insatiable desire to learn.
techlearning
MARCH 21, 2024
Simple strategies for effectively teaching AI to girls from Tara Chklovski, Founder and CEO of Technovation, and Shanika Hope, Director of Tech Education at Google
Edsurge
MARCH 18, 2024
Educators often find themselves exploring innovative approaches to enhance student learning, and one particularly creative pathway is integrating games and playfulness into the learning environment. Navigating this terrain requires a delicate balance, ensuring that the joy and engagement of games enhance rather than detract from educational objectives while aiming to foster an inclusive and responsive pedagogy.
The Hechinger Report
MARCH 18, 2024
An early warning and intervention system, called BARR, pictured above, was one of the most successful education interventions to come out of the Department of Education’s research and development program that issued $1.4 billion in grants between 2010 and 2016. Credit: Staff/ The Hechinger Report Education journalism is chock full of stories touting some brand new idea that could fix schools.
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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
MARCH 21, 2024
Key points: Smart policy decisions are needed to support bilingual education 5 practical ways to support English learners in the classroom 3 things to consider when designing digital learning experiences For more news on learning with edtech, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Millions of students within the United States public school system are non-native English speakers.
American Consortium for Equity in Education
MARCH 21, 2024
Author of “In The Small Paces” Professor and humanitarian Fred Mednick is our guest. He is the founder of Teachers Without Borders,the award winning international organization helping educators and education in developing countries. The post TEACHER CHANGEMAKERS WORLDWIDE AND THE POWER OF HUMAN AGENCY appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.
Edsurge
MARCH 19, 2024
These days there’s a wave of new edtech products hitting the market, and teachers and professors are increasingly making teaching videos and other materials for their classes. But one group is often left out of the design process: students. “Many educational products are never shown to students until they have already been designed,” said Elliott Hedman, a consultant who works with edtech companies, in a talk this month at the SXSW EDU festival.
The Hechinger Report
MARCH 18, 2024
COLOGNE, Germany — Neriman Raim, a 16-year-old student in this northwestern German city, thought that after finishing school she’d want to work in an office. But two years ago, she did a two-week internship in an architect’s bureau, and it was tedious. Later, a placement working with kindergarteners led her to consider a career as a teacher — but not of kids this young.
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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