Catlin Tucker
JULY 19, 2021
The pandemic has elevated the phrase “blended learning.” When schools closed or shifted to hybrid schedules, many institutions turned to blended learning to navigate the new demands placed on teachers and educational institutions. As an outspoken advocate for blended learning over the last 10 years, I was initially excited to see so much momentum in this area.
Ed Tech from the Ground Up
MAY 20, 2021
There are steps that organizations can take to build their cultural awareness in helping bilingual and multilingual students, explains Emily Guo, who is working with Cognitive ToyBox. The post How Companies Can Support Bilingual and Multilingual Children appeared first on Market Brief.
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User Generated Education
AUGUST 8, 2021
Electives, as we all know, are classes that students choose to take. Electives are typically chosen based on interests, passions, a need to learn something new, and/or because of future goals. It is not clear to me why elementary students are rarely offered elective courses. In addition to empowering practical skills, electives can help students find hidden talents or passions.
A Principal's Reflections
JULY 11, 2021
Leadership is leadership. The same essential qualities and characteristics that exemplify what great leaders do have pretty much stayed the same. What has changed are the tools, research, and societal shifts that impact the work. Leadership is both an art and science with the goal of moving the masses towards achieving a common goal. Leading is not easy , and being effective at it is easier said than done.
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.
Catlin Tucker
AUGUST 29, 2021
Learning is a dynamic process that requires active engagement. Unfortunately, many students have gotten comfortable in their roles as passive observers or consumers in the classroom. Yes, that is a less cognitively and socially taxing role, but it is not nearly as interesting or engaging. This passive position also does not require that students think intentionally about their learning.
Neo LMS
OCTOBER 14, 2021
October has become the month where educators participate in events focused on digital citizenship. From October 1-31, activities are available to join in, whether for a day like during the DigCitSummit held last year, or an entire Digital Citizenship Week event, or Twitter chats and webinars focused on digital citizenship. The focus on digital citizenship is not only relevant during October — it’s important throughout the entire year.
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The CoolCatTeacher
APRIL 28, 2021
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. We all have undergone disrupted thinking because of our disrupted society due to the pandemic. But many of us hope we don’t go back to business as usual. Thought Leader Eric Sheninger has a challenge for us today about what we can learn from the pandemic and the opportunities we have to use disruptive thinking in the classroom for the good of our students.
Digital Promise
JUNE 2, 2021
The reality of AI integration into classrooms is closer than ever. With companies like Google planning to invest more into how AI is integrated into the classroom, millions of teachers across all subject areas could be impacted in just a few short years. As an educator, understanding AI and its ethical implications is critical to making sure the new technologies introduced to classrooms ultimately help your students.
Dangerously Irrelevant
DECEMBER 12, 2021
Below is a 15-minute video that I made for a school district’s families and community members. The first 3.5 minutes will sound familiar to those of you who’ve watched my TEDxDesMoines talk. After that, I branch into some new directions… Hope this is useful to you. Happy viewing! Related Posts. Holding back our children. Education in a digital world [VIDEO]. rethink. redesign. go.
Ditch That Textbook
AUGUST 6, 2021
Back to school is an exciting time. It can also be overwhelming. Teachers have a LOT to plan: lessons, communication, organization, building community. and that just scratches the surface!That's where templates come in.Templates can save us time. They give us a starting point so we can adapt them to fit our needs. Below you […]. The post 20 back to school templates to save you time appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.
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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.
Edsurge
DECEMBER 29, 2021
With President Biden’s signature turning the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill into law, our nation is poised to make historic investments in its highways, public transit, railways, airports, ports, water systems, broadband networks and electric grid. Even in our hyper-polarized political climate, the bill garnered widespread bipartisan support. A key reason?
The Jose Vilson
JULY 25, 2021
When I first met Bob Moses, I was potentially too eager to meet him. For years, his book Radical Equations: Civil Rights from Mississippi to the Algebra Project had taken over several facets of my pedagogical imagination, from how I taught students about integers (even when I couldn’t take them on trips myself) to slopes and equations. Not only did I have the privilege of meeting civil rights and Black liberation activists who were living legends like Angela Davis, Bobby Seale, and Felipe
Teacher Tech
AUGUST 1, 2021
Easily change the sharing permissions on a Google Doc to anyone with the link can view. The post Remove “It says I do not have access” appeared first on Teacher Tech.
A Principal's Reflections
AUGUST 29, 2021
What is really needed for success in the world today? I think this might be the million-dollar question. Even though it is difficult, if not impossible, to predict the future, we can examine current trends and societal forces to determine the competencies that learners need to thrive. While some will remain the same, others will evolve or change completely depending on the disruption at the moment.
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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.
Catlin Tucker
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
The last two years have been mentally and emotionally exhausting for everyone in education. As I work with leadership teams, many are struggling to engage their teachers in professional learning this year. Schools invested money in purchasing devices and improving access to reliable internet to meet the demands of the pandemic, and leadership teams want to keep the momentum going.
Neo LMS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
As educators, we must provide a variety of options for students to develop their content area knowledge and skills in ways that meet their interests and needs. When choosing methods and tools to use, it is also important to create opportunities for students to develop social emotional learning (SEL) skills, as they are essential for personal and professional growth.
The Hechinger Report
DECEMBER 31, 2021
MEDIA, Pa. — Young men in jackets and ties walk along tidy walkways that connect the redbrick buildings of the 220-acre campus of the Williamson College of the Trades. This story also appeared in The Washington Post. They wake up around 6 each morning, turn out for inspection, attend a morning assembly, then spend full days doing coursework and in shop, alternating at chores in the kitchen and tending the buildings and grounds.
TeachThought - Learn better.
DECEMBER 9, 2021
These books seek to disrupt traditional perspectives & practices in education by making adjustments that support students in the best ways. The post 26 Books That Disrupt Traditional Perspectives & Practices in Education appeared first on TeachThought.
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.
Educational Technology and Mobile Learning
DECEMBER 4, 2021
Top teacher movies is a list I compiled based on ratings from various authority sites such as Amazon Prime Video, Show Times, Ranker, among others (see the list of sources at the bottom of this.read more.
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
A few months into the 2021-22 school year, teachers, parents, and students are once again confronted with the devastating reality of pandemic-prompted learning loss. The global health crisis forced students out of the physical classroom and into a new virtual world for nearly two grades, and their initial homework and test scores reveal a significant decrease in knowledge transfer, social skills, and core learning habits across a variety of subjects.
Ditch That Textbook
JULY 20, 2021
After enduring remote learning, teachers and students are heading back to the classroom. Here are some things to keep in mind. After more than a year of remote instruction, some schools are going back to school face to face for the first time.For others, they've been face to face for a while, but the remote […]. The post Going back to school face-to-face: 10 tips appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.
Edsurge
DECEMBER 15, 2021
For years, the global learning platform Kahoot has been growing its foothold in the K-12 space through acquisitions and add-ons to its popular quiz platform. On Wednesday, Kahoot expanded its reach even further, launching a product designed specifically for children 2 through 7. And no, it’s not more quizzes. Instead, the Norway-based company—which counts Disney as an investor —revealed a new suite of digital games, called Kahoot!
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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
MIND Research Institute
AUGUST 10, 2021
What does it mean for students to be fluent in math? Is it measured by speed? What about accuracy? Educators agree that basic math facts are crucial building blocks for developing a strong understanding of math. Without fact fluency, students often crumble under the burden of conducting basic calculations while attempting to solve increasingly challenging problems.
Teacher Tech
AUGUST 30, 2021
Are you measuring engagement or compliance? Either way, what information can we get from Google Classroom to help us better engage students. The post Measuring Student Engagement in Google Classroom appeared first on Teacher Tech.
A Principal's Reflections
AUGUST 22, 2021
I fly a lot. Even during the heart of the pandemic, I was on the road coaching in numerous school districts as part of long-term projects. Now things are absolutely crazy but in a good way. Job-embedded and ongoing professional learning is being prioritized in schools, which means my travel is back to pre-pandemic levels. As much as I love what I do, being away from the comforts of home is stressful.
Catlin Tucker
OCTOBER 10, 2021
Teachers got a crash course in creating video content when schools shifted online. They relied on videos out of necessity to explain concepts and model strategies while students learned from home. As teachers transitioned back into classrooms, many abandoned video in favor of live instruction. However, if teachers are going to say the same thing the same way for all students, I encourage them to make a video.
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.
Neo LMS
DECEMBER 7, 2021
The Hour of Code takes place annually during Computer Science Education Week. The week is in recognition of the birthday of Admiral Grace Murray Hopper, a computing pioneer. The purpose of participating in Hour of Code is to show that anyone can code and highlight how vital computer science knowledge is for today’s students. Data provided on Code.Org supports the growing need for students to have opportunities to learn about and develop skills in coding and computer science.
The Hechinger Report
DECEMBER 10, 2021
When 18-year-old Ernesto Rubio graduated from high school in June, he knew what he wanted to do next: take a summer class in the basics of becoming an emergency medical technician, the first step toward his dream job as a paramedic. This story also appeared in The Washington Post. The challenge? Getting to the class. Rubio, the first in his family to go to college, couldn’t afford the $40 for a monthly bus pass, so he walked the three miles from his home in Whittier, California, to the fire acad
TeachThought - Learn better.
OCTOBER 10, 2021
Technology and education are pretty intertwined these days and nearly every teacher has a few favorite tech tools that make … 100 Essential EdTech Tools By Category [Updated 2021] Read More. The post 100 Essential EdTech Tools By Category [Updated 2021] appeared first on TeachThought.
Educational Technology and Mobile Learning
DECEMBER 25, 2021
Pear Deck is a tool that allows you to turn your presentations and lessons into interactive learning materials. The way Pear Deck works is simple and easy: First, make sure you install Pear Deck.read more.
Speaker: Amanda Davis, Chief Experience Officer and Liam O'Malley, VP of Association Solutions
The "new normal" is now a little less new, a little more normal. Does that mean your current LMS strategy is in need of a refresh? Is your organization or association leaning into the always-evolving eLearning environment to ensure you have the tools and content to remain relevant through all this change? There are many complex decision-making processes within your learning & development strategy and LMS lifecycle management, including: Selection.
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