Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

The Rise of Online Learning Online learning has increasingly become a staple in education, with studies showing that over 30% of students now prefer it over traditional classroom settings. A study from the U.S. Department of Education found that 77% of online students reported a better balance between their studies and personal life.

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Waterford

DECEMBER 22, 2021

In this article, you’ll learn more about why phonics skills are so important for literacy development, then discover helpful strategies for teaching elementary students—with five free downloadable teacher resources from Waterford.org! Scientific Studies of Reading, 2014, 18(1), pp. What role does phonics play in reading development?

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ScienceDaily (EdTech section)

APRIL 21, 2025

Scientists worked with more than 200 elementary students to test their working memory, assess its role in word-problem solving and if interventions could boost it and thereby improve their word problem solving skills. Working memory is like a mental chalkboard we use to store temporary information while executing other tasks.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 8, 2025

–( BUSINESS WIRE )– The Smithsonian Science Education Center and Carolina Biological announced new independent study results showing the Smithsonian Science for the Classroom curriculum improved students scores in N.C. Students in grades 3 through 5 were part of the study from rural and diverse North and South Carolina.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 20, 2022

Moon Phase Simulation Viewed from Earth and Space (interactive, elementary and middle school)—and associated Lesson Plan. Observing the Moon in the Sky (interactive, elementary). Moonrise to Moonset (media gallery, elementary). 10 Space Websites That Will Launch Your Class Study. More on space. In Love with Space?

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 11, 2020

She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Morningside College and a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from the University of South Dakota. She is also a former teacher and principal, leading one of the first elementary STEM schools in the state of Iowa. She received her M.Ed.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 23, 2018

The best part is the conversations that I get to have with learners, especially at the elementary level. Downing Elementary School with principal Marcos Lopez as part of some broader work in Ector County ISD. Numerous studies have found that without breaks students have higher instances of inappropriate classroom behavior.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 29, 2020

She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Morningside College and a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from the University of South Dakota. She is also a former teacher and principal, leading one of the first elementary STEM schools in the state of Iowa. She received her M.Ed.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 16, 2021

Moon Phase Simulation Viewed from Earth and Space (interactive, elementary and middle school)—and associated Lesson Plan. Observing the Moon in the Sky (interactive, elementary). Moonrise to Moonset (media gallery, elementary). 10 Space Websites That Will Launch Your Class Study. More on space. In Love with Space?

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

The elementary teachers are also using both Seesaw and Canvas to promote voice. The elementary school has also upped their game as of late. Path could come in the form of customized curriculum, asynchronous virtual courses, selecting the order in a playlist , or independent study.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 17, 2020

Moon Phase Simulation Viewed from Earth and Space (interactive, elementary and middle school)—and associated Lesson Plan. Observing the Moon in the Sky (interactive, elementary). Moonrise to Moonset (media gallery, elementary). 10 Space Websites That Will Launch Your Class Study. More on space. In Love with Space?

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 24, 2024

/PRNewswire/ — IXL, the award-winning personalized learning platform used by 16 million students, has been named a High Quality Evidence-Based Instructional Material for Early Literacy by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).

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Edsurge

JANUARY 23, 2025

Huinker, who was once Robinsons instructor, argues that math-specific instructional coaches like Robinson are crucial, especially for elementary school students. For instance, an often cited study showed that first-grade teachers with math anxiety passed it to their female but not their male students.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Many studies have documented the benefits of proper typing technique (McKay, 1998; Owston, 1997; Bartholome, 1996; Bieman, 1996; Hoot, 1986). An overview of research says elementary and middle schoolage students are cognitively, emotionally, and physically capable of learning and excelling at keyboarding skills. Zeitz, 2008.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 27, 2022

Here’s a great article from ASCD and EdSource on that subject: Math in early childhood is key, studies show. Carolyn Pfister, an education administrator for the California State Board of Education, said many adults have math anxiety that has been passed to children.

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Edsurge

MARCH 10, 2025

elementary, middle and high schools, and the results were striking. Dr. Evans observed how the physical posture of a 7th-grade study participant changed when she read a small print and a large print book. Large print books decreased stress about reading for most readers who participated in the study.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 31, 2022

Today’s guest researcher, Dr. Michael Rousell, studies the neuroscience of surprise and has some interesting points for educators and presenters. Hypnotic conditions: Are they present in the elementary classroom? I taught at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. I wanted to study “What is it about hypnosis?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 5, 2021

Written by “Karen Weaver a 3rd grade elementary school teacher and author of the upcoming children’s book “The Magic Pencil”, it covers all the basics. A recent study involving almost 600,000 children and adolescents found that over 65.3% One study showed the effects of habitual computer use in adolescents.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 24, 2021

If you’re ready to help elementary-aged children understand financial literacy, Vault is the perfect course for you. Grade level: elementary grades. They’re aligned to ELA and State academic social studies standards and, like all EVERFI courses, can be used in the classroom or in a remote environment. Grade Level: 9-12.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 21, 2019

realized how enthusiastic her social studies students were about the civil rights movement, she decided to help them explore the rich history of their own city through project-based learning. Project-Based Learning Engages K–12 Students with Real-World Challenges. marquita.brown_tC0Z. Fri, 06/21/2019 - 14:43.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 29, 2019

In many cases, the act of being “developed” comes in a variety of standard types such as workshops, mandated PD days, presentations, conferences, book studies, or keynotes. Through a review of 35 studies, we found seven widely shared features of effective professional development. I am so glad she did, as it was a huge success.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 15, 2021

She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Morningside College and a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from the University of South Dakota. She is also a former teacher and principal, leading one of the first elementary STEM schools in Iowa. She received her M.Ed.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

After four months of sessions, the school landed on a space where students can study using one of the school-owned Lenovo notebook computers and where administrators can use the interactive HDTVs for their board meetings. That’s a great model to follow. 3 Learning Space Trends Inside K–12 Media Centers. by Curtiss Strietelmeier.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 10, 2023

Buckle up and join us on this delightful journey through tech-savvy classrooms – from elementary school to high school – we’ll unlock a treasury of innovative ideas guaranteed to amuse the young minds while also preparing them for their future. Let’s dive in!

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Studies show that gratitude not only can be deliberately cultivated but can increase levels of well-being and happiness among those who do cultivate it. Research studies have shown that keeping a 5-minute day gratitude journal will increase your long term well being more than winning a million dollars in the lottery. The lowest have.36

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

By bridging the gap between physical and online spaces, schools see their students improve academically and engage with their studies on a deeper level.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

In a recent study conducted by InFocus , AVTechnology and Tech & Learning, only 19 percent of the 201 education technology users surveyed use videoconferencing in their schools. . “K–12 With the teacher-to-student ratio increasing by 30 percent over the past three decades to 26.8 Videoconferencing Tools Allow Learning Anywhere.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2018

At the heart of formative assessment is the underlying goal of meeting students where they are in their learning,” notes an anonymous study from Digital Promise. In one middle school that participated in the Digital Promise study, teachers used Microsoft Forms, which utilizes Azure to collect and analyze data. by Eli Zimmerman.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 15, 2021

So we have courses, everything from the elementary level where it really intertwines how financial wellness and social-emotional skills are intertwined. We've actually done a whole study of how the student brain can react to learning about money at such a pivotal age. But financial literacy is our flagship. What is the second skill?

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 17, 2019

A growing number of studies suggest esports can help students learn how to multitask, solve problems, collaborate with peers and develop perseverance through trial and error. And despite the stereotype of gamers holed up in their bedrooms, a Harvard study even found that many of them eventually take up traditional sports.

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eSchool News

MARCH 28, 2025

“As AI tools and products for educational purposes become more prevalent, studies should track their use among educators. For instance, close to 40 percent of ELA or science teachers said they use AI, compared to 20 percent of general elementary education or math teachers.

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Waterford

JULY 7, 2022

Studies show that a family’s engagement has a direct positive impact on a child’s learning success. Researchers found strong connections between family involvement/engagement and student academic achievement across fifty different studies.[5] Parent Involvement and Children’s Academic and Social Development in Elementary School.”

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Brainscape

JANUARY 31, 2025

On this page, you’ll find quick links to all of our ETS Praxis flashcards (a collection that’s rapidly growing), as well as resources like study tips guides, study planners, and countdown sheets. Welcome, aspiring educators!

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The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Sando, a STEM teacher, said she often takes a solutions approach when introducing her elementary students to climate change; another lesson for kindergartners involves designing a barrier to protect a playground from flooding. “I Students might use Google maps to study tree coverage and heat islands in their communities, she said.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 25, 2018

A few years ago, a group at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte received a grant from the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction that paid for notebooks and software for creating a professional development program for elementary school teachers. Ensure that the Technology Enhances Learning.

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MIND Research Institute

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

At North Elementary School in Birch Run Area Schools, Michigan, students and educators work together as a close-knit community, driven by a powerful mantra: “We’ve got grit and we don’t quit.” ST Math is giving North Elementary’s students the tools to take ownership and thrive in ways that go beyond traditional math education.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 5, 2023

See, Think, Wonder Thinking Routine “I see, I think, I wonder” is a simple yet versatile thinking routine that can be used in elementary and secondary classrooms. Using See, Think, Wonder at the Elementary Level Science Exploration: Use this routine during nature walks or while exploring the schoolyard.

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