The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 27, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Teacher Bruce Reicher shares two of his favorite distance learning tools – Wakelet and Wevideo. Bruce Reicher – Bio as Submitted Bruce Reicher has been a technology teacher for over 25 years. If you don’t have Google Docs, just use this PDF.

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Neo LMS

JANUARY 21, 2020

5 Edtech tools to try out this year. When I look to use technology in my classroom, I always start with the purpose behind it. Read more: Can EdTech enable Social Emotional Learning (SEL)? However, there are many ways to use it, teachers are sharing ideas often through the #WakeletWave hashtag on Twitter.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 29, 2019

Richard Byrne on episode 532 From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Innovate and try some new apps. Today, Richard Byrne, author of Free Technology for Teachers, talks about eight edtech apps that you should try. (He He also shares a bonus fitness opportunity for educators.)

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 17, 2021

He has some interesting reflections on technology’s place in education: Remember the days of Oregon Trail on the old Apple IIe’s or students drawing pictures with Kid Pix. Much has changed since technology has made inroads into education, and much has not. So how do we know if the technology used in the classroom works? .

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Many people ask me how I keep up with the latest technology trends and find so many free resources to share on Twitter ( @ShellTerrell ) and on this blog. Below are awesome hashtags to explore on Twitter related to education technology. Below are awesome hashtags to explore on Twitter related to education technology.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 5, 2022

If you attend edtech conferences, you know how motivating, energizing, and forward-thinking they are. I always come away feeling ready to use the latest and best edtech tools in my lesson plans. Here are some of the great ideas he collected from colleagues and presenters: CUE 22 and Trending Edtech.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

How Primary Students Can Use Technology Effectively. Like any classroom tool, the youngest learners need good guidance and examples when it comes to engaging with technology in the classroom. It’s simply naive to think that our littlest learners can’t or shouldn’t have access to classroom technology. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 3, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Tom Murray reflects on his first 1:1 program seventeen years ago with Palm Pilots. The 2019 Teacher’s Guide to Technology from Jennifer Gonzalez is here! I recommend this handy, useful encyclopedia of education technology tools.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 22, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Stacey Roshan, the author of Tech with Heart , talks about seven edtech topics that are sparking conversation this summer both online and at ISTE19. See Stacey’s presentation at ISTE19.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 5, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. The best Instructional Technology Coaches are partners, culture leaders, encouragers, and easy to work with, says Dr. Katie Ritter. Episode 775 - The 10 Minute Teacher Podcast 10 Tips for Instructional Technology Coaches Dr. Katie Ritter.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2018

The Current State of Education Technology and Where It Is Going [#Infographic]. The evolution of education technology has been swift. Interactive whiteboards hang in place of chalkboards, students use Chromebooks in the classroom and schools are investing in emerging technologies such as virtual reality. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 18, 2019

How to Leverage Mainstream Technology to Boost Special Education. Assistive technology may be the best option. said Christopher Bugaj, assistive technology trainer for Virginia’s Loudoun County Public Schools and author of The New Assistive Tech: Making Learning Awesome for All!, Many Devices Include Assistive Technology Tools.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 11, 2019

The Do's and Don'ts of Project-Based Learning Technology Integration. MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out these seven steps to create a project-based learning curriculum. Personalized learning and classroom technology go hand-in-hand. Don’t: Choose a technology tool because it seems cool or you think it fancies up the project.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2020

In an effort to guide conversations and ideas on how to improve the hybrid classroom, we asked several technology vendors to tell us about the features, functionalities and benefits of their must-have technology products for the hybrid classroom. Join EdTech as we provide written and video coverage of ISTE20.

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Hapara

JANUARY 14, 2022

Integrating technology into instruction and learning is a way of life for educators today. But it can be a struggle to understand how to use classroom technology in meaningful ways. Luckily there are edtech experts who are sharing strategies and tools through blog posts, social media, books, courses and podcasts.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 30, 2019

EdTech Leaders’ Beliefs: How are K-5 teachers supported with the integration of computer science in K-5 classrooms? Technology, Knowledge and Learning. Technology, Knowledge and Learning, 23(2), 1-3. Blog: [link] Twitter: @nicolrhoward Disclosure of Material Connection: This episode includes some affiliate links.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Blending in Technology Boosts K–12 Instruction. Technology is an ideal vehicle for teachers to better blend classroom instruction with learning opportunities occuring outside of the traditional school day — and outside of the brick-and-mortar school building. . 3 Education Technologies Improve Blended Learning Initiatives.

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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

There are many benefits of technology in the classroom, so we’ve picked five of the most significant for this handy list. From increased engagement to more inclusive environments, the correct application of EdTech improves a wide range of learning outcomes. But for those who embrace it, the advantages are virtually limitless.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

What Is 5G and What Will It Mean for EdTech? 5G, the fifth generation of wireless networks, promises to be the catalyst for a new age of connected technology and network speed. MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out how schools are improving facilities with IoT integration! Companies Invest in 5G Hubs to Research EdTech.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 10, 2025

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In the ever-evolving landscape of educational technology, Fortnite Creative is emerging as a groundbreaking tool for physics education and game-based learning.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

How Technology Can Improve Physical Safety in Schools. They need a web of interconnected technologies that offer digital solutions for an emergency from start to finish. Some of the technologies and strategies highlighted include: • A public address system. Physical Security Technology Should Include Cybersecurity Protocols.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 27, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Mark Sparvell cites current research about what students really want in their classroom and how social-emotional learning relates to education technology.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

How Technology Can Improve Digital Citizenship in K–12. As technology is further integrated into the classroom, digital citizenship is an essential skill all students need to possess. . MORE FROM EDTECH: See how digital literacy programs prepare students for a tech-enabled future. eli.zimmerman_9856. Fri, 09/13/2019 - 12:12.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

ICE 2019: Will K–12 Students Be Ready for the Technology of the Future? Looking back to 18 years ago, many would have been hard-pressed then to believe the capabilities of the technology available today. This cellphone is the worst technology your kids will use in their lives.”. eli.zimmerman_9856. Wed, 02/27/2019 - 16:18.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 16, 2019

Q&A: Adam Welcome on How K–12 Educators Can Integrate Technology for Engagement. In order to use technology properly in the classroom, teachers need to take a back seat and allow students to spend more time as the drivers of their own education, says educational consultant and public speaker Adam Welcome. . eli.zimmerman_9856.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2021

We know technology is a challenge for veteran teachers. What is surprising is that many teacher programs don’t prepare their graduates well for the rigors of using technology to meet current educational requirements. Moreover, the general use of technology has changed. 4 Action Steps to Prepare New Teachers to Use Edtech.

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Neo LMS

JULY 27, 2021

With the help of technology, schools are able to maintain the channels of communication open and this was more so seen during online schooling. Facebook Messenger, Whatsapp, Twitter, or email apps are some of the most popular text messaging solutions that came in handy when the pandemic hit. Text messaging apps or emails.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Social-Emotional Learning Competencies Get a Boost from Classroom Technology. MORE FROM EDTECH: How K–12 schools can make modern learning environments a reality. Classroom Technology Creates Opportunity for SEL. A recent study by Microsoft found that three pieces of technology tend to be especially helpful for SEL: .

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Here is Part 2 of his discussion on technology’s place in education: Part II Technology is Here to Stay: A Conversation with Teachers. In my previous post, I wrote about the permanency of technology in the instructional setting for educators. Purposeful selection of technology tools and platforms has become key.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 25, 2019

ISTE 2019: What K–12 Experts Expect from the Future of Education Technology. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Follow @EdTech_K12 on Twitter for continued ISTE 2019 coverage. “K–12 MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out how teachers can revolutionize the future of education. Teachers were not the only ones to enjoy the new technology.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Properly evaluating education technology comes down to pedagogy and instructional design, asserts Dr. Liz Kolb, creator of the Triple E Framework. TARA Edtech. Learning First, Technology Second, and Learning First, Technology Second: In Practice.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2019

State of K–12 IT Survey Highlights Cloud Technology and Security [#Infographic]. For a clearer picture of where the technological needs and trends are when it comes to K–12 cloud migration and security, Project Tomorrow created an infographic with data from its most recent survey. eli.zimmerman_9856. Thu, 01/10/2019 - 13:39.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 13, 2018

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Dr. Joshua Elliott talks about implementing new technology and some cool tools he’s using in his college classroom. We offer both online and hybrid Master Degrees in Educational Technology. This episode is sponsored by 3D Bear.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Common Core tells us: New technologies have broadened and expanded the role that speaking and listening play in acquiring and sharing knowledge and have tightened their link to other forms of communication. The underlying theme can’t be ignored by teachers any longer: A 21 st Century learner requires technologic proficiency.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

Technology Underscores the Promise of a New School Year. Many will also have new laptops or tablets through one-to-one computing programs , upgraded classroom technology for blended learning , and teachers trained to more effectively use technology to personalize instruction. eli.zimmerman_9856. Tue, 09/10/2019 - 12:44.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 15, 2025

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In todays ever-evolving educational landscape, technology continues to redefine how we teach and learn.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2019

AR/VR in K–12: Schools Use Immersive Technology for Assistive Learning. Technology helps educators give each student the attention he or she needs, through tools such as online learning modules, personal tablets and, now, virtual and augmented reality. . Immersive Learning Technology Helps Students Practice Soft Skills.

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