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6 Super Science Edtech Ideas: Using Technology to Level Up Science Classrooms

The CoolCatTeacher

Leah LaCrosse shares six edtech ideas science teachers can start using today to improve learning and excite students about science. 6 Super Science Edtech Ideas. So we use the Paper 53 app on our iPads. Now, do you use robots? What about robotics? In my class, we use the Sphero robot quite a bit. Listen Now.

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10 Unusual Hour of Code Projects

Ask a Tech Teacher

Human robot. IPads call these hotkeys. Human Robot. Programming a human robot is an unplugged approach to coding that is also a great way to teach sequencing–a critical skill for coding. Ask a student (or several) to explain required steps using another teacher as the ‘robot’. Coding with pixel art.

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6 Unplugged Hour of Code Activities

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Let’s reinforce that goal by stepping away from digital device, recognize that these skills — critical thinking and problem-solving — apply to any part of life, even without a computer, iPad, or smartphone in hand. Looking for a Class Robot? Root Robotics–Great Way to Extend Hour of Code. Try Robo Wunderkind.

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How to Select a Complete Digital Education Solution Provider

ViewSonic Education

Finding the correct digital education and EdTech solution provider can be challenging, but choosing the best fit for you will save you time and money, and help you avoid frustration. For example, it’s no good investing in iPads for the school if the broadband bandwidth and Wi-Fi connectivity aren’t up to scratch. Keep things simple.

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15 Unusual Projects for Hour of Code

Ask a Tech Teacher

Human robot. IPads call these hotkeys. If you have IPads, try Stick Nodes. Let students scan these with their iPads or another digital device to find out more about their new classmates. Here are some of my favorite unplugged activities: Human Robot. Coding with pixel art. Human algorithm. Wolfram Alpha widgets.

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Make This the Year That You Take On Ambitious IT Projects in Your School

EdTech Magazine

MORE FROM EDTECH: Creative applications such as Adobe Creative Cloud are helping students develop soft skills employers value. Older students use the Tynker platform to code while younger students use tablet computers, Principal John Beeck told EdTech. . Here’s how. Get Creative with Digital Art Platforms.

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6 Unplugged Activities for Hour of Code

Ask a Tech Teacher

Let’s reinforce that goal by stepping away from digital device, recognize that these skills — critical thinking and problem-solving — apply to any part of life, even without a computer, iPad, or smartphone in hand. Looking for a Class Robot? Root Robotics–Great Way to Extend Hour of Code. Try Robo Wunderkind.

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