EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

CITE 2022 promises new technology insights and ventures for IT leaders in education. The event will feature general sessions as well as exclusive events that require registration in advance, such as Lunch-n-Learns, a DEI Breakfast and an IT Ninja Warrior competition. Convention Center Tuesday, Nov. With all the…

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 13, 2022

So many important lessons were learned during the pandemic that can be used to not only improve our practice but also to pave the way for a brighter future. One important lesson learned was that face-to-face learning does not meet the needs of every child. Breakout Rooms The social aspect of learning should never be undervalued.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

This is why every K–12 school must develop comprehensive physical and cybersecurity strategies to shield them from the variety of threats that can interrupt learning. Whether schools lose vital data as a result of ransomware attacks or natural disasters, either type of event puts learning continuity at risk.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 17, 2023

The Future of Education Technology Conference invites administrators, IT leaders, educators, library media specialists and ed tech coaches to convene for four days of sharing and learning. This year’s conference, in New Orleans, will highlight how educational technology positively disrupted the past three years of learning.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 21, 2023

“Show me a family of readers, and I will show you the people who move the world.” – Napoléon Bonaparte As the school year comes to a close and summer approaches, we need to encourage families to read and learn with their children at home. You may also want to provide a list of recommended learning platforms and any class codes.

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ViewSonic Education

AUGUST 17, 2023

From art exhibitions and sports bars to trade shows and conferences, LED Displays for events are quickly proving themselves to be the go-to solution for any occasion. This impressive technological advancement unlocks new levels of audiovisual immersion and intuitive operation.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 27, 2022

The ISTE Mainstage event today had several great takeaways relating to AI, creativity, Game based Learning, and more. Here are the things I learned from this event. This will be the technology that has John Wayne and Marilyn Monroe and other long-dead superstars starting in movies again. Project Based Learning.

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Neo LMS

MARCH 12, 2020

And class suspension is a day without learning. That is why as a teacher who experienced these unfortunate events firsthand, I am an advocate for a Disaster-Proof Education. Disaster-proof education is a proactive measure that makes teaching and learning continue amidst calamities both natural and man-made.

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ViewSonic Education

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

As a teacher, you know the challenge of juggling a room full of students, each learning at their own pace and in their own way. That’s where AI in the classroom steps in—transforming both the way you teach and how your students learn—making personalized learning experiences possible on the spot. The tough part? The best part?

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Neo LMS

JULY 15, 2021

Despite the growing demand for edtech and online learning, face-to-face lectures and on-campus activities remained the core part of how students accessed their education. However, the events of 2020 have put HE on a fast track to digital adoption. Read more: 3 Ways in which edtech enables hybrid learning. Change is inevitable.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 18, 2020

After some time, we have seen an initial move to all remote learning, depending on where you live, a shift to some sort of hybrid model. A spike in cases has led to buildings being closed again and a resumption of remote learning in some locations. Below are some topics where vital lessons have been learned.

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 28, 2021

Planning is critical to creating meaningful learning opportunities for students. I enjoyed the tactile experience of writing down my events, notes to myself, and lesson ideas. Provides a platform where you can organize calendar events and attach links or documents, so everything you need for your lessons is in one place.

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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.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 16, 2022

If I’ve learned anything from my broken foot, it is that there are things only I can do for myself. Personal interests engage students in learning. Learn how to bring those in for students. Classroom learning can use many games to teach. You can discover how to connect games to learning in the classroom.

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Neo LMS

MARCH 17, 2022

The conference season is in full swing, with many opportunities for connecting with like-minded education technology enthusiasts around the world. Now more than ever, it’s the perfect time to find inspiration, add more professionals to your personal learning network (PLN) and discover new teaching and learning tools to enhance your practice.

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ViewSonic Education

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Naturally, this means educators will have questions about where this technology is heading and what comes next for virtual learning. The metaverse is an emerging technological revolution, but the concept itself is nothing new. Understanding Metaverse Education .

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EdNews Daily

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

A no-cost, virtual professional learning conference designed for users of Discovery Education’s digital resources, VirtCon provides a unique opportunity for educators to learn new, classroom-tested techniques and strategies for designing engaging learning experiences with innovative educational technologies.   To register for this free event, visit (..)

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 29, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter We took our school from a physical school on a Friday to a distance learning campus by Monday. And the learning continues. They know how to do distance learning. Higher ed could learn some things, but we are specifically addressing K12.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Tract is a peer-to-peer, on-demand, project-based learning platform designed for grades 3-12. It doesn’t focus on state or international standards (though it does meet them–just don’t look for that in the learning path detail). Students learn through peers, often a group they will listen to more closely than adults.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 2, 2020

For many schools, it has been nearly two months of remote learning. Many schools around the world are facilitating remote learning for the remainder of this academic year and possibly longer, and we can take this as an opportunity to try new ideas. Read more: Classroom collaboration: Learning together. Empatico.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The start of the school year is an exciting time for the Verizon Innovative Learning Schools community, as schools are rolling out devices to students. For the 31 Cohort 10 schools that are just beginning their Verizon Innovative Learning journey, rollout is the beginning of new learning opportunities. We had a great time.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 23, 2023

5 Surprising Ways Homeschoolers Can Use Canva for Learning and Fun Explore how your homeschoolers can use Canva to enhance their learning, graphic design, and tech skills to level up their assignments. Are you like me and always looking for creative ways to add technology to your lessons? …Or Well, have you heard of Canva?

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Neo LMS

APRIL 7, 2020

For full-time distance education students, recent events have brought almost zero changes to their learning process. Students are primarily used to learning in a classroom, even if schools use technology on a regular basis as a blended approach to education. 7 remote learning tips your students should know.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 17, 2024

Cloud security boosts online learning by protecting student data while they share their thoughts and submit their assignments. But in leveling the playing field in terms of providing access to learning resources, they also throw up new concerns from a security perspective. It builds trust so everyone feels safe using the platform.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 2, 2021

Music is always present at important events, such as celebrations, worship, and ceremonies. In addition, education in music is a way to take student learning to new levels and higher performance. Musical learning presents multiple advantages for students, and there are even studies to back them up. MORE THAN MUSIC.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 7, 2020

It offers what seems to be an endless supply of professional-looking easy-to-implement templates that sign up volunteers, get feedback on events, enroll students in classes, ask for donations, collect payments, and much much more. Here’s how it works: Share a form that collects data on, say, remote learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 5, 2024

Here’s the sign-up link if the image above doesn’t work: [link] Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 15, 2021

As a result, I’ve come up with fun ways to support learning while students power through the last few days of school. Tie-ins: A countdown widget can apply to any holiday or class event (like last day of school or summer vacation). Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. I’ve been there often.

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 14, 2021

This will be easier to do if school leaders harness the talent on their campuses and create systems that encourage teachers to learn with and from each other. Professional learning should not be relegated to a handful of all-staff training days. The members of the PLC determine the focus of their inquiry and learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

How to celebrate Here are activities I like that blend learning into the celebration of the 100th Day of School: Geography As a class, come up with two locations in each state, to total 100. jumping jacks, sit-ups, and deep knee bends) to learn the concept that 10 sets of 10 equal 100. Decide what the winner gets.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 12, 2024

“The content presented in this blog is the result of my creative imagination and not intended for use, reproduction, or incorporation into any artificial intelligence training or machine learning systems without prior written consent from the author.” ” Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Most teachers who work in education today have studied — or at least are familiar with — VARK , a learning theory first introduced by Neil Fleming in 1987. VARK suggests that students can best accelerate their knowledge acquisition via one of four core learning styles: visual (V), aural (A), read/write (R) or kinesthetic (K).

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 15, 2021

There are right and wrong ways to work with our students and help them learn. We must be grounded in reality and equip ourselves with the knowledge of neuroscience, learning, and how we can best help kids move forward. 10 Ways to Move Forward: Learning Gaps, SEL, and Practical Tips to Take Your Classroom Further Post-Pandemic.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 31, 2022

Herein lies the foundational tenant of personalized learning, something I shared in Disruptive Thinking in Our Classrooms : Personalization is ALL kids getting what they need when and where they need it to learn. Learning occurs when students are challenged to think and apply their thinking in relevant ways.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 22, 2023

Teachers have known for decades that ‘summer learning loss’ is a reality. This summer, show students how learning is fun, worthy, and part of their world whether they’re at a friend’s house or the water park. Kids learn to measure ingredients, make change, listen to potential customers, and problem-solve.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

One of the best parts about job-embedded, on-going work with school districts is facilitating a variety of professional learning opportunities. Recently the district asked me to be a part of their professional development day, which consisted of seven different learning strands specific to the needs and interests of their teachers.

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 21, 2021

A version of this post was originally published in Education Technology , on April 17, 2021. Researchers and educators have always tried to optimize how we consume knowledge by looking at the realities of the learning brain. We now know that students learn better when learning is spread out over time.

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