EdTech Magazine
JANUARY 24, 2024
The potential fallout from a cybersecurity breach is keeping K–12 IT teams up at night. The possibility of bad actors getting into and silently moving about school networks for months without detection has IT experts worried about student data loss, third-party risks, lack of leadership support for proper cybersecurity funding and even losing their jobs as a result.
EdNews Daily
JANUARY 24, 2024
By Betsy Hill and Roger Stark “Our district is currently doing a lot of work to implement STEM (or AI, new technology, etc.), and our teachers feel like they are constantly having things added to their plates while nothing is removed.” If we have heard that comment once in the past few years, we have heard it hundreds, if not thousands, of times. It is as if our education system has confused more with better.
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Ask a Tech Teacher
JANUARY 23, 2024
When most people want to translate a page, the easy solution is right-click and select “Translate” from the drop-down menu. Or, they might go to Google’s free “Translate” service. But there are a lot of reasons those may not be good choices. They aren’t particularly accurate with contextual understanding and they may not be as secure as you need.
The CoolCatTeacher
JANUARY 22, 2024
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Teaching is hard. And over time, it can become very easy to let frustration and history cause you to stop trying. I know, I know. Yoda says, “Do or do not, but there is no try.” However, in this case, Yoda was wrong. In teaching, we certainly have many things we try.
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.
Digital Promise
JANUARY 23, 2024
The post How Do You Find Edtech Tools that Take Educator Expertise Seriously? appeared first on Digital Promise.
Edsurge
JANUARY 22, 2024
When Satya Nitta worked at IBM, he and a team of colleagues took on a bold assignment: Use the latest in artificial intelligence to build a new kind of personal digital tutor. This was before ChatGPT existed, and fewer people were talking about the wonders of AI. But Nitta was working with what was perhaps the highest-profile AI system at the time, IBM’s Watson.
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The CoolCatTeacher
JANUARY 23, 2024
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter The entrepreneurial spirit isn't confined to the world of business – it can thrive in every classroom, every day. It aligns seamlessly with dynamic project-based learning and captivates students through engaging classroom projects. In this episode, we're joined by Stephen Carter, author of ‘ Teaching the Entrepreneurial Mindset.
Ask a Tech Teacher
JANUARY 24, 2024
5 Internet Safety Tips for Teachers The internet has provided teachers with numerous tools to enhance their students’ learning experience. However, it’s not without a few downsides. Cyber threats, in particular, can expose both educators and learners to new kinds of risks that could endanger their privacy and security. As a teacher, taking proactive measures to avoid and mitigate them is critical for creating a safe environment to teach and learn while maximizing the perks of the vast digital re
Digital Promise
JANUARY 26, 2024
The post How We’re Designing Culturally Responsive Discussions in World History Classrooms appeared first on Digital Promise.
EdTech Magazine
JANUARY 25, 2024
When selecting the best candidates for K–12 IT leadership posts, are academic credentials and technology skill sets the only things that matter? Not always. That’s what speakers on a diversity in leadership panel said at the Future of Education Technology Conference, going on this week at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. It’s a timely conversation.
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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.
ViewSonic Education
JANUARY 25, 2024
Starting as humble in-person gatherings, Teacher Communities have blossomed into global online platforms that break free from geographical constraints. As vibrant virtual hubs, they foster cross-cultural collaboration, letting knowledge and professional growth come to life. So, in a digital era where learning knows no limits, what possibilities await in an online teacher community?
Ask a Tech Teacher
JANUARY 25, 2024
Has this happened to you? You spend hours rewriting an old lesson plan, incorporating rich, adventurous tools available on the internet. You test it several times just to be sure. It’s a fun lesson self-paced lesson plan with lots of activities and meandering paths students undoubtedly will adore. Technology enables it to differentiate authentically for the diverse group of learners that walk across your threshold.
Digital Promise
JANUARY 25, 2024
Evaluating the effectiveness of instructional strategies requires a holistic approach and goes beyond data.
EdTech Magazine
JANUARY 22, 2024
As K–12 schools continue to incorporate modern audiovisual tech into the classroom for a more impactful and engaging learning experience, the need for a smooth, integrated workflow has become increasingly apparent. It’s a challenge some ed tech companies are solving with an Ecosystem as a Service strategy. ViewSonic is one such company. Expanding on its EaaS product line, the recently released ViewBoard IFP52 2ED display offers greater ease of integration and security, both key benefits for teac
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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
JANUARY 24, 2024
One morning, my students were getting ready for a math test and working through a set of review problems. For many of them, the biggest challenges weren’t the questions on the paper in front of them, but their ability to attend to it. As I checked in with one student who appeared to be working quietly, it turned out he had carefully solved the first problem, only to write guesses down for the rest.
Ask a Tech Teacher
JANUARY 26, 2024
In these 169 tech situations, you get practical strategies to address many classroom tech situations. Today’s tip: Fix computer with system restore Category: Problem-solving Q: My computer no longer runs right. I downloaded the auto-updates to my PC and it hasn’t worked right since. What do I do? System Restore is a recovery tool for Windows that allows you to reverse certain kinds of changes made to the operating system.
Digital Promise
JANUARY 23, 2024
The post How We Created an Eco-Justice Fashion Show Driven by STEM and Innovation appeared first on Digital Promise.
Hapara
JANUARY 24, 2024
? Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] We all remember our first year of teaching. If yours was anything like mine, keeping learners focused and engaged wasn’t one of my stronger skills. In fact, I didn’t know how to implement a classroom management plan, let alone a successful one. That first year, my learners didn’t make much progress, and I was often stressed.
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.
Edsurge
JANUARY 24, 2024
Sabrina Colon, a first-year student at University of California, Merced, remembers when math first became a problem. She says she’s not a math person, but she was able to pass her high school math classes without too much trouble, earning Cs. But in college, where she’s a business major, calculus is proving insurmountable. It’s given her severe anxiety.
Ask a Tech Teacher
JANUARY 22, 2024
National Handwriting Day is celebrated on January 23rd each year. It is a day dedicated to promoting the importance of handwriting and encouraging people to embrace the art of writing by hand. This day was established to honor the birthday of John Hancock, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, known for his prominent and stylish signature on the Declaration of Independence.
Digital Promise
JANUARY 24, 2024
For International Day of Education, Digital Promise reflects on how we’re promoting powerful learning that leads to well-being and fulfillment.
TeacherCast
JANUARY 26, 2024
The FETC Conference is an annual gathering of educators and educational technology companies, showcasing dynamic learning and classroom innovation. It offers a wide range of sessions and workshops, covering topics such as creativity, coaching, presentations, and EDUProductivity. Attendees can bring back new teaching methodologies, tools, and resources to enhance student engagement and achievement.
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.
Edsurge
JANUARY 26, 2024
I’ve been a school social worker for the last 15 years, so I am acutely aware of our nation’s mounting youth mental health crisis. I know that robust mental health and social-emotional support for students are non-negotiable in education and I applaud the new programs and resources designed to address this urgent challenge for our students. But what about the mental health of our educators?
Education Elements
JANUARY 23, 2024
Our schools operate at a rapid pace as they are dynamic environments with a number of moving parts. As leaders, we are continually attending to matters of teaching and learning, making sure our curricula are rigorous and standards-based, checking in on culture and learning outcomes using data to measure results…and much more. Undeniably, there is a long list of priorities.
Digital Promise
JANUARY 25, 2024
As Digital Promise’s pilot work in Haiti continues into its second year, our partners reflect on lessons learned.
The Hechinger Report
JANUARY 22, 2024
Educators have long debated the best way to teach, especially the subjects of science and math. One side favors direct instruction, where teachers tell students what they need to know or students read it from textbooks. Some call it explicit or traditional instruction. The other side favors inquiry, where students conduct experiments and figure out the answers themselves like a scientist would.
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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
Edsurge
JANUARY 24, 2024
If you’re reading this, you might have AI anxiety. A recent survey from EY research shows that 71 percent of employees with knowledge of artificial intelligence are concerned about it. Considering how AI has rapidly entered education conversations, teachers and administrators are certainly represented in this statistic. Feelings of AI anxiety are valid for a technology that brings so much change and uncertainty.
techlearning
JANUARY 22, 2024
As more of my students have submitted AI-generated work, I’ve gotten better at recognizing it.
Digital Promise
JANUARY 22, 2024
School districts who are part of a working group on SEL and learning differences share progress on their initiatives thus far.
eSchool News
JANUARY 22, 2024
Key points: In today’s schools, leaders must be prepared for continuous learning See article: For school leaders, routine decisions aren’t so routine See article: How to work for equity of access in classrooms For more news on school leadership, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership page There was a time when we believed that once you knew how to do something then that was it.
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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