Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 24, 2024

Education has changed. Teachers no longer lecture from a dais with student learning contained within the schoolhouse walls. Thanks to the pervasiveness of easy-to-use and free web-based tools, most teachers have one or more computers in the classroom with internet access. Because of this, educators have come to expect students to participate actively in the learning process and transfer their knowledge from the classroom to life.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 21, 2024

One of the most significant challenges educators face is time. While the focus is typically on getting more of it, the emphasis should be maximizing what is already available. When it comes to student learning and success, how time is used when students are in class is pivotal. While sound instruction will always be needed in some form, meeting the needs of learners relies on other pedagogical pathways that veer away from all students consistently doing the same thing, at the same time, the same

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Education Elements

JULY 24, 2024

Have you ever taken up a hobby with enthusiasm, only to abandon it because life got in the way? Maybe you started knitting with dreams of creating beautiful scarves, but now the yarn sits untouched in a box tucked away somewhere. Or maybe you once eagerly hiked every weekend, but now your hiking boots sit in the back of your closet, gathering dust. What obstacles got in your way?

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 26, 2024

For hackers, K–12 student data is some of the most valuable information in the world, which means that data privacy plays a central role in any cybersecurity strategy. In CDW’s recent webinar “Building Cyber Resilience: Strategies for Strengthening Cybersecurity in K-12,” a panel of experts shared thoughtful approaches to helping schools harden their networks against bad actors.

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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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ViewSonic Education

JULY 21, 2024

Summer break is a time for relaxation and fun, but for students, it can also be a period of significant learning loss. As a middle school science teacher, I have seen firsthand how the “summer slide” can impact students’ academic progress. While we want students to enjoy their summer break, it is important to find engaging and creative ways to keep them connected to learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 26, 2024

Here are popular online resources to teach about AI detection and Plagiarism detection: AI Detector Click here for updates to this list: AI Content Detector –from Crossplag AI Text Classifier –from the creators of ChatGPT to identify writing from an AI ChatGPT –has developed their own tool to find AI-generated writing Content at Scale AI Content Detector Contentdetector.org Copyleaks AI Content Detector Crossplag –detect AI content GPTZero –to find text generated by an AI Plagiarismchecker.ai T

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 23, 2024

As schools prepare to apply for the Federal Communications Commission’s Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program, they need to ensure they understand the application process and the guidelines around the funding they would receive if selected. The FCC simplified its application process as part of the approved pilot, possibly in response to feedback from the community that the initial application was too time-intensive.

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Ditch That Textbook

JULY 26, 2024

Is it time to get started with artificial intelligence? These 20 AI "first steps" for teachers will catch you up to speed. If you've heard the buzz about artificial intelligence (AI) and want to better understand it -- and its implications on the classroom, guess what?You're in the right place.Generative AI (AI that generates, or […] The post 20 AI “first steps” for teachers appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 22, 2024

A lot of teacher-authors read my WordDreams blog. In this monthly column, I share the most popular post from the past month on my teacher education blog, Ask a Tech Teache r. Tech Tips for Writers is an occasional post on overcoming Tech Dread. I’ll cover issues that friends, both real-time and virtual, have shared. Feel free to post a comment about a question you have.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 23, 2024

I am excited to announce the launch of a new video series on YouTube called “Virtual Coaching.” I have the privilege of working with thousands of educators every year who are expanding their teaching toolboxes to include blended learning models , UDL , and student-led instructional strategies. I understand how challenging it can be to shift practice.

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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.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 23, 2024

In an all-too-common scenario for K–12 teachers and tech teams, users are inundated with different apps, platforms, devices and panels to set up for the first week back to school — instantly overwhelming everyone. This is one issue Promethean is working to solve with its ActivPanel LX. “This is a very focused interactive flat panel where customers have the choice of the operating system and applications they want to use,” says Robert Cross, Promethean’s director of product management.

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Edsurge

JULY 24, 2024

During her first semester at Southern Methodist University, Savannah Hunsucker went on a retreat with the other students enrolled in her leadership scholars program. The event took them away from the Dallas campus and into the Texas countryside. “I remember everybody looking up and being surprised to see stars in the night sky, and I thought that was so odd,” Hunsucker says.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 23, 2024

Career Guidance in Cypriot Schools: How Students are Prepared for a Successful Future School education in Cyprus is recognized by the world community of educators as the most progressive and fundamental. A rich and interesting educational program has been created for students, the main goal of which is to make learning a positive process in the life of every child.

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eSchool News

JULY 26, 2024

Key points: Virtual field trips connect students with engaging learning opportunities Virtual field trips are an essential part of climate curriculum 8 virtual field trips for STEM education For more news on virtual field trips, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Virtual field trips have become widely available thanks to more accessible virtual reality technology, and they saw a surge in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic when physical field trips were impossible or severely restricted.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 22, 2024

Zero trust is an increasingly popular security architecture, especially when considering the security challenges associated with artificial intelligence. Despite its growing adoption in other industries, IT professionals in education have been slow to implement this new standard. The 2024 CDW Cybersecurity Report found that 38% of education respondents were in the initial stages of zero-trust maturity, and 18% had no initiatives underway.

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Edsurge

JULY 24, 2024

During my first two years of teaching, I dealt with many situations that left me feeling downtrodden, broken and totally drained. For example, one day, I was sitting in my classroom in full panic mode as I tried to figure out how to create a graphic organizer for my students’ first essay. When an idea finally crossed my mind, and as I was about to write down my thoughts, a student stormed in and refused to leave.

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techlearning

JULY 25, 2024

We spoke to educators about the NEA’s new policy statement on AI in education. They shared what they liked about it and a few areas that could be improved.

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eSchool News

JULY 25, 2024

Key points: Virtual reality connects students with limitless learning opportunities 3 AR/VR resources that nurture student curiosity Reaching the 4Cs with 3D and virtual reality For more news on VR, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Integrating virtual reality (VR) into your classroom may be easier than you think. With rising demand and innovations in the VR technology space, the present may be the best time to integrate virtual reality into your day-to-day lessons.

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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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EdTech Magazine

JULY 24, 2024

Information security analyst is one of the most in-demand jobs, estimated to grow 35% between 2021 and 2031. Given technology’s prevalence in the routine functions of daily life, it’s hardly surprising that one of the fastest-growing jobs is related to cybersecurity. This demand is industry agnostic, and it’s particularly resonant in education. More than half of education institutions are understaffed when it comes to cybersecurity, research from CDW shows.

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Edsurge

JULY 23, 2024

There are plenty of changes teachers say could help them do their jobs better, such as adequate planning time and support for their well-being. Louisiana’s Department of Education decided to tackle some of these challenges by bringing together a group of teachers to recommend solutions — and they’re seeing change take shape. The Let Teachers Teach workgroup released its list of recommendations in May, and their ideas span improvements for dealing with issues including professional development, s

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techlearning

JULY 23, 2024

School leaders who find ways to turn obstacles into opportunities help everyone win

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eSchool News

JULY 24, 2024

Key points: Already, IT teams contend with too few resources to meet cybersecurity needs FCC adopts $200M cybersecurity pilot program Cybersecurity is top priority for K-12 edtech leaders For more news on network protection, visit eSN’s IT Leadership hub Tech-enabled learning is an educational mainstay and it is top of mind for IT directors as they face shifts in regulation, vulnerability, and best practices in managing student data.

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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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EdTech Magazine

JULY 25, 2024

Zero-trust security is the new gold standard for many businesses and organizations. Yet, in a recent CDW report, only 23% of education respondents said that their organization is in the advanced maturity level when implementing zero-trust initiatives. The largest proportion (38%) said they were in the initial stages of these implementations. To find out what K–12 schools are doing well and where they are facing roadblocks, EdTech: Focus on K–12 spoke with technology consultant Jill Pierce.

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The Hechinger Report

JULY 22, 2024

Based on its demographic profile and on geography, it would seem safe to assume that Magnolia Middle School in Arkansas is among the scores of schools across the country suffering from a teacher shortage. The school predominantly serves Black and Latino students and those from low-income backgrounds. Until recently, its starting teacher salary was $36,000 , among the lowest in the country.

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techlearning

JULY 26, 2024

At ISTELive 2024, Merlyn Mind Chief Revenue Officer Levi Belnap discussed their efforts in applying AI procedures in ways that can help ease the workload of the average grade school teacher.

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eSchool News

JULY 25, 2024

Key points: Despite different levels of AI comfort, educators are eager to integrate it into learning A taxonomy for using AI in education NJ unveils resources for using AI in schools as state aims to pioneer innovations For more news on AI in the classroom , visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub A Michigan Virtual survey of more than 1,000 educators from classrooms, districts, and support organizations found higher trust in AI among building and district administrators than within teacher popu

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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

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Learning in Hand

JULY 26, 2024

Flipgrid started in 2014. I happily paid $60 a year to use the video discussion platform with an unlimited number of students. Microsoft acquired Flipgrid in 2018 and made it free to use. They graciously refunded my previous subscription. Microsoft shortened the name to Flip in 2022. Sadly, Microsoft is discontinuing the Flip app and website. Luckily we have alternatives.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

JULY 20, 2024

Strategies for Teaching AI Concepts Without Technology by TeachThought Staff Preface: This post is primarily for general content-area K-12 teachers (likely 6-12). Teaching AI theory, for example, is well beyond these ideas. You don’t need a wind tunnel to learn about aerodynamics or boiling water to help students understand boiling points. How you teach something depends, obviously, on what you’re teaching.

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techlearning

JULY 24, 2024

Classroomscreen takes the whiteboard online for education ease.

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eSchool News

JULY 24, 2024

Key points: Cybersecurity leaders must remain vigilant and protect school networks We need a new approach to cybersecurity FCC adopts $200M cybersecurity pilot program For more news on cybersecurity, visit eSN’s IT Leadership hub IT leaders are tasked with protecting school district networks and must constantly evaluate their cybersecurity strategies as attacks from outside threats increase in frequency and become more sophisticated.

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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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