Edsurge
JULY 30, 2019
The following is the latest installment of the Toward Better Teaching advice column. You can pose a question for a future column here. Dear Bonni, “Any suggestions for ‘mixing it up’ in asynchronous online courses?” —An online educator It is a paradox. In our teaching, we want to be consistent enough so students can easily navigate our courses and not be confused about where to find things.
EdNews Daily
JULY 30, 2019
By LeiLani Cauthen. Written words are motionless and unremarkable when approached by human eyes. They lie on paper in black and white, unmoving. It’s terribly boring for children, honestly, and that’s why we have picture books. Still, we expect students to be able to read the boring stuff because some of it has concepts that must be learned in school or professional life.
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techlearning
AUGUST 1, 2019
As the costs for devices and applications decrease, technology use is increasing In classrooms across the country. Growth is particularly high in web-based devices. A recent University of Phoenix College of Education survey showed that about 58% of teachers use educational apps and 41% use social media. As tablets, Chromebooks, and other handheld devices are employed in classrooms, instruction relies more and more on apps instead of on traditional computer-based programs.
Catlin Tucker
AUGUST 2, 2019
In my role as a blended learning coach, I work with a lot of teachers who are intrigued by the idea of digital notebooks. They recognize the value of having student integrate text and media in an online notebook. They also like the idea of housing student work in a central location that is viewable to both the student and the teacher. Teachers working with younger kids or special needs groups may not want their students posting their work online for a global audience.
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.
A Principal's Reflections
JULY 28, 2019
Do you remember the classrooms that you learned in as a child? I sure do and not for many positive reasons. Each room was a carbon copy of one another, where you would have as many uncomfortable desks lined up in cute little neat rows. The exception was science classrooms flush with lab tables. However, there still was the issue of sitting in chairs for long periods of time that killed our backs.
The CoolCatTeacher
JULY 28, 2019
Sanée Bell on episode 531 of the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Back to school is here! We’re starting up the year with principal Dr. Sanée Bell, author of the new book, Be Excellent On Purpose, Intentional Strategies for Impactful Leadership. Today, Sanée shares her eleven principles from the book and gets us motivated for an epic school year.
EdTech Update brings together the best content for education technology professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Neo LMS
JULY 30, 2019
Look around you! Everything is constantly on the move, changing rapidly, adapting to new needs and contexts of life. But what happened to teaching and learning? These concepts seem to be stuck somewhere in time not being able to fit our reality. If we want to evolve truly and meaningfully, society should focus on how education can be revived. Teachers around the world are trying to find solutions to the one-size-fits-all approach to education by giving learners voice and choice , transforming th
EdTech Magazine
AUGUST 1, 2019
How Windows 10 Can Support New Classroom Growth. eli.zimmerman_9856. Thu, 08/01/2019 - 09:16. On January 14, 2020, Microsoft will no longer support Windows 7, essentially bringing the life of the operating system to an end after a decade. For IT directors at K–12 schools currently running the OS, now is the time to evaluate options for next steps. .
The CoolCatTeacher
JULY 31, 2019
Ashley Bendiksen on episode 534 From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter One in four teens will experience teen dating abuse. Teen dating abuse is on the rise and is being compounded by the pressure on teens to portray a “perfect relationship” on social media. So, when a teen admits what is happening, sometimes people don’t believe her or him.
Digital Promise
JULY 29, 2019
As part of our robust, on-demand micro-credential ecosystem, we are proud to partner with organizations and educators to develop rigorous, research-backed micro-credentials that support educator professional development and recognition of their skills. This summer we’ve launched 16 new micro-credentials from our partners, and the ecosystem is growing every day.
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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.
Ditch That Textbook
JULY 30, 2019
If you’ve ever bought a lesson plan book, you’ve probably flipped through it and looked at all the extra pages at the beginning and the end. Many times, I’ve thought, “Wow. All of these extra pages and I can’t use a single one of them!” Having some places for big-picture planning and tracking data can […].
EdTech Magazine
JULY 29, 2019
Q&A: Dell EMC’s Adam Garry on Overcoming Digital Transformation Issues in K–12. eli.zimmerman_9856. Mon, 07/29/2019 - 14:41. K–12 education is in the midst of an ongoing digital evolution. From established programs such as one-to-one devices to new technology-driven, project-based learning initiatives , approaches to education are rapidly moving to the digital realm. .
The CoolCatTeacher
AUGUST 1, 2019
Julie Wilson on episode 535 From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Change has a human component. In fact, without helping people change – there isn’t any change. Today, Julie Wilson, author of The Human Side of Changing Education shares how we can supercharge change by helping people become part of it.
Dangerously Irrelevant
JULY 30, 2019
If our students get a good grade in government class but leave class as apathetic, uninvolved future citizens… we have failed. If our students pass the state reading test but never voluntarily read a book … we have failed. If our students survive math class but end up hating math … we have failed. And so on… Chris Lehmann and Zac Chase said in their amazing book, Building School 2.0 : With almost everything we teach, we are always faced with two very different challenges.
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Neo LMS
AUGUST 1, 2019
The interactive smart board is substituting the hanging projector in many schools across the United States. Bringing smart board technology into the classroom can enhance school curriculum by taking a typical lesson and turning it into a fun activity. Learning how to use a smart board in the classroom to make it an effective learning tool doesn’t have to be challenging, as long as you realize the fact that good teaching is still the most significant thing in any classroom.
Ask a Tech Teacher
JULY 31, 2019
Come Join me on BYU Radio, Sirius XM 143. Thursday, August 1 st at 5:00 and 7:00 a.m. PT. as we discuss Back to School Tips! Here’s the link: BYUradio is available locally in Utah on 107.9 FM 89.1 HD2 FM and on. A general transcript: What would you say the purpose of Back-to-School Night is? . BTS Night is traditionally a chance for all stakeholders in the child’s education journey to get to know each other.
The CoolCatTeacher
JULY 29, 2019
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Student leadership is an essential part of the successful classroom. Recently, I sat down with and was interviewed for an article Building Student Leadership. We dove into what works, some simple techniques I use to engage all students, and how project-based learning is part of leadership in my classroom.
Dangerously Irrelevant
AUGUST 1, 2019
Last week my interview with Tom Vander Ark went live on the Getting Smart podcast. Tom grilled me about my law degree(!) and then we got to the core of the interview. Podcast: Dr. Scott McLeod on harnessing technology for deeper learning. Tom and I talked about school transformation and instructional redesign, during which I uttered this immortal line : Hope you enjoy the discussion.
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.
EdNews Daily
JULY 30, 2019
By Dennis Pierce. When Sheena Vaidyanathan teaches computer science to middle school students, she draws upon her experience as an art teacher. Vaidyanathan has her students learn the basics of coding by creating clever art and animations—works that would be nearly impossible to create with a pencil and paper but can be done with just a few lines of code.
Ask a Tech Teacher
AUGUST 1, 2019
There are a lot of options if you want to bring programmable robots to your classroom. One I discovered this summer and have fallen in love with is Sunburst’s Robo Wunderkind. It is a build-a-robot kit designed to introduce children ages six and up to coding and robotics as well as the fun of problem-solving and creative thinking. The robot starts in about thirty pieces (there are so many, I didn’t really count them).
Ditch That Textbook
JULY 30, 2019
In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s so easy to let our lesson plans move down our priority list. And when that happens, our classes can lack the impact they might have otherwise. Thankfully, there’s hope. I’ve found several strategies, tips and tricks to make lesson planning more meaningful and effective. If we […].
Edsurge
JULY 31, 2019
In the early 2000s something new appeared on the education scene, adapted from the worlds of innovation and business where it was developed. It was called, simply and descriptively, design thinking. Unlike some education trends, it didn’t catch on overnight. During the first fifteen years or so, implementation of design thinking in K-12 schools was a slow, steady progression.
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.
EdNews Daily
JULY 30, 2019
By Betsy Hill. The most recent release of the Nation’s Report Card had everyone from the U.S. Secretary of Education to classroom teachers wringing their hands over the fact that student performance is essentially unchanged from previous years, with only 35 percent of fourth-graders reading proficiently, and just 40 percent performing proficiently in math.
Ask a Tech Teacher
JULY 29, 2019
Here’s a preview of what’s coming up on Ask a Tech Teacher in July: Back-to-School Tips: A radio show. Subscriber Special. Online Class Starting–the Tech-infused Teacher. Tech Tips. Behaviorism–How it can Turn Your Classroom Around. Tech Ed Resources. 7 Apps that Inspire Students. Why Kindergartners Must Learn Technology. How to Assess Digital Literacy.
Digital Promise
JULY 31, 2019
Since 2014, the Verizon Innovative Learning schools initiative has reached more than 86,000 students and nearly 6,000 teachers in 100 middle schools across the country. The program equips every student and teacher in these select middle schools with a device and up to a four-year data plan, as well as extensive professional development and support towards powerful teaching and learning that leverages technology in and out of the classroom.
Edsurge
JULY 31, 2019
Kindra Locklear was tuned in to CNN one day last fall when she came across a segment about a nonprofit organization that aims to close the gender gap in technology by teaching young girls to code. It struck a chord. Locklear works in the information technology department at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke and sees first-hand how women are underrepresented in the field.
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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
Education Elements
JULY 31, 2019
We are big readers here at Education Elements, with book clubs and recommendations flying back and forth across our team. You can catch us reading on the plane, in the office, listening to books on our walks or runs, and – when we're lucky – by the pool! We like to share our favorites with you when we can, in the hopes that you'll find something inspiring and useful just like we did.
Ditch That Textbook
JULY 30, 2019
Lesson planning. It’s a basic part of many educators’ day. But in our hectic lives, it’s so easy to rush through our lesson planning. It can leave our classes less meaningful and fun than we’d like them to be. What if you could create even more powerful lesson plans that were stimulating AND fun? Plus, […].
The Jose Vilson
JULY 29, 2019
In 2012, I had the pleasure of reading a poem dedicated to NYC public schools at a Save Our Schools rally in City Park Hall. In the midst of the rally, a handful of Black elders approached me and said, “Hey, before people came here, we had a rally about Black education and we’d hope you can join us.” I simply nodded and understood the gravity of what he’d been asking.
Edsurge
JULY 27, 2019
My first year of teaching began in the stifling basement classroom of a public elementary school in a part of Newark, N.J., where crushed crack vials and occasional shootings were as much a part of the culture as lively Hispanic rhythms. I promised myself that my teaching would make a difference in the lives of my 38 children. That fall, I found myself watching a young woman, we’ll call Omayra, through the glass doors of the school.
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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