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.

Technology 418

Technology Chromebook EdTech Education 418

Hapara

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] While edtech tools are in most classrooms, not every educator understands how to use technology in meaningful ways. Student engagement was the main driver to teaching the learning outcomes, and Heather helped educators do this with technology. Everything was then placed into Google Drive.

Strategy 288

Strategy Technology How To Robotics 288

User Generated Education

JANUARY 2, 2017

I absolutely love all of the new robotics toys that have been coming out for elementary age learners. One of my gifted girls noted, “Where do all of these robots come from?” My robotics-type devices include: Sphero. Jimu Robot. Finch Robot. Dash and Dot. littleBits: Gizmos and Gadgets; Arduino.

Robotics 248

Robotics Elementary Tablets Smartphone 248

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 1, 2019

There are a lot of options if you want to bring programmable robots to your classroom. It is a build-a-robot kit designed to introduce children ages six and up to coding and robotics as well as the fun of problem-solving and creative thinking. If I were to rate myself with robotics, I might be closer to a 5 than a 10.

Robotics 211

Robotics iPhone Smartphone Android 211

Edsurge

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Last week brought one of those surprising new gadget announcements from a tech giant, with Amazon unveiling a home robot it calls Astro, a rolling contraption about the size of a small dog with a screen for a head and a cup holder so it can bring its owner a drink. He’s the author of the book, “Should Robots Replace Teachers?”

Robotics 180

Robotics Software Google Examples 180

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 20, 2024

For example, they could create a mobile app to promote women’s safety, sending an alert to close and trusted contacts upon violent shaking of the phone whenever a woman senses a hazard. For example, a student interested in marine biology could design and 3D print a model of a coral reef ecosystem.

Robotics 429

Robotics Software Digital Citizenship Mobility 429

EdTech Magazine

APRIL 2, 2018

Thomas School near Seattle hopes to encourage students to develop a passion for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) by starting them young and engaging them with cool, new learning spaces featuring robots and 3D virtual reality computers. Robots and Virtual Reality Provide Hands-On Experience.

STEM 360

STEM Robotics Adobe Lenovo 360

Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Human robot. By fifth grade, students appreciate technology for how it can speed up their class projects and seek out ways to use it to make their educational journey easier. 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.

Robotics 418

Robotics iPad Digital Citizenship Mobility 418

eSchool News

MARCH 12, 2025

While calculators are traditionally used in math classrooms, their application can extend to so much more, which ups the value in the investment and helps broaden students application of the technology. Earth science teachers, for example, can have students use their graphing calculators while they are learning about the ring of fire.

Robotics 114

Robotics STEM Data Resources 114

The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

12:52 Examples of positive uses of applications of AI in our world today and concerns as it relates to children in schools. Children and robots (concerns of misrepresentation of a robot). At the end of the session, against Robovie’s objections, the robot was put into a closet. The responses of the children? Time Magazine.

Robotics 441

Robotics Education Microsoft Google 441

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 17, 2022

This is the modern resume, tells future bosses you can use technology as a tool, and can give you an edge in a competitive job market. Here are examples. Here’s an example. Here are examples. An example might be: “Instruction is self-paced where possible, differentiated and responsive to student needs always.

Robotics 459

Robotics Social Media Chromebook Common Core 459

eSchool News

MARCH 4, 2025

Robotics is an engaging way to kickstart student interest in technical fields and, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , STEM jobs are projected to grow three-and-half times faster than non-STEM jobs. The lessons learned in the robotics classroom, however, are applicable to any job and life in general.

Robotics 94

Robotics STEM Education Course 94

Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Human robot. By fifth grade, students appreciate technology for how it can speed up their class projects and seek out ways to use it to make their educational journey easier. For example: IF they post a photo on Instagram THEN share it on Twitter. Here are some of my favorite unplugged activities: Human Robot.

Robotics 418

Robotics iPad Video Examples 418

ViewSonic Education

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

In fact, AI technology can be used to adapt lessons to students’ needs, continually providing an ideal learning environment, enhancing communication, and optimizing the lesson creation process. While AI has a clear role in assisting students with their learning, it can also be extremely advantageous for teachers too.

Education 497

Education Data EdTech Classroom 497

ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Over the past few years, there has been a huge influx of education technology resources available to schools – from tablets and robotics to online platforms and digital whiteboards. However, with the sheer amount of technology available, it can be challenging to identify those resources, products, or tools that tick all the boxes.

How To 448

How To Software Education EdTech 448

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 13, 2018

Leah, today, we’re going to talk about how to use technology to make science more exciting and more effective. So, Leah, what’s your first idea for using technology to engage kids in science? Is technology a distraction? Can we have a fifth idea for technology and science? What’s another idea? So, you what?

EdTech 278

EdTech Technology Robotics Classroom 278

Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 8, 2022

My Robotic Friends is a one-hour introductory non-computer activity where students learn to program a human robot. The second student (called a robot) takes those directions and follows them exactly to see if they can do what is asked. Looking for a Class Robot? Root Robotics–Great Way to Extend Hour of Code.

Robotics 434

Robotics Digital Citizenship Video Smartphone 434

EdNews Daily

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

One of these new developments is the increased use of robots in everyday life––from vending machines to your automatic vacuum cleaner, all the way through to artificial intelligence and heavy machinery. But the field of robotics has more benefits for children than just teaching them about robots. .

Robotics 162

Robotics Education STEM Digital Citizenship 162

EdTech Magazine

MAY 9, 2018

Here are five ideas to follow from Fleming on how to set up a library makerspace that will foster creativity and expand on your STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) curriculum : SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks! Steve Zurier is a freelance technology writer based in Columbia, Md. .

Libraries 419

Libraries STEM How To Robotics 419

Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Most people don’t consider education technology to be such an important industry, but it’s actually gigantic. The technology is evolving rapidly, so it’s hard to predict what is going to happen in the next 20 or 30 years. What is the difference between the two technologies? Robot teachers. 5 New EdTech tools to watch.

EdTech 347

EdTech Gamification Tools Robotics 347

Digital Promise

OCTOBER 29, 2019

We’d look at another school that has technology, and we’re like, ‘Wow … I wish we had those possibilities.’”. In addition to technology and access, Verizon Innovative Learning Schools receive extensive teacher training, support, and the opportunity to engage in a unique, immersive curriculum to leverage technology in their classrooms.

Technology 290

Technology Classroom STEM iPad 290

EdTech Magazine

JULY 2, 2019

The evolution of society and technology places tremendous demands on K–12 leaders , and yet this same challenge can yield immense satisfaction. The World Economic Forum predicts, for example, major disruptions in the world of work. Some deliver hands-on experience in areas such as robotics and coding.

Robotics 400

Robotics Education Strategy EdTech 400

EdNews Daily

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

For example, if we taught students the elements of the periodic table, gave them a multiple-choice test afterward, and then moved on to another topic, that would be surface-level learning. Fortunately, technology tools can provide support for each stage. Technology-Supported Surface-Level Learning. Additional Thoughts.

Technology 219

Technology Khan Academy Learning Robotics 219

The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 5, 2017

For example, if you have a faucet in the bathroom that has a sensor, and you put in your hands, water comes out. That’s just an example of one of the SMART objects that we have all around us. So robots have motors, they have sensors, they can move around. Each block represents a command for the robot. It’s open-ended.

Robotics 485

Robotics Classroom Pearson Company 485

eSchool News

JANUARY 7, 2025

Here are three examples: 1. Industry coalitions, technology companies, and local businesses are increasingly recognizing the shared benefits of deeper alignment with schools. Verizon Innovative Learning Schools is a good example of this approach.

Learning 138

Learning STEM Industry Digital Divide 138

A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 27, 2019

It is these examples that we can use to form the foundation as to where we eventually want to move towards. In the past, I have written extensively of how Wells Elementary in Cypress, TX has evolved into a prime example of what’s possible when teachers, building leaders, and district administrators work together to move from vision to action.

Robotics 419

Robotics Strategy Examples Outcomes 419

Edsurge

APRIL 20, 2020

Not every kindergartner can boast that she helped build a robot with high school students. For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) program at the high school in their small Kansas town. Not every kindergartner can boast that she helped build a robot with high school students. Robotics Competition team.

Robotics 180

Robotics STEM Case Study Outcomes 180

Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 8, 2020

My Robotic Friends is a one-hour introductory non-computer activity where students learn to program a human robot. The second student (called a robot) takes those directions and follows them exactly to see if they can do what is asked. Looking for a Class Robot? Root Robotics–Great Way to Extend Hour of Code.

Robotics 395

Robotics Digital Citizenship Video Smartphone 395

EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

To help bridge the gap between current skill sets and the next generation of employees, K–12 schools are adopting a new approach that is ideal for technology integration: project-based learning (PBL). Another example: Students at McKissack Middle School in Nashville, Tenn., by Doug Bonderud.

Learning 405

Learning Robotics Laptops EdTech 405

The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

To be sure, wearable technologies have many uses in the classroom an in our world. These same technologies will link students with school nurses and link schools to emergency care. For example, when a student scanned their card to get on the bus, a parent could receive a text message. How many hours you sleep at night and more.

Education 419

Education Robotics Smartphone Google 419

The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

For example, after receiving student and parent feedback, I adjusted my final project. Another thing I learned is even though the course focused on grades six through 12; I work with information technology for kindergarten through 12th grade. I learned that there are five ways schools use technology in the classroom. Technology.

Course 465

Course Robotics Video Data 465

ET Magazine

MARCH 17, 2025

By Hunter McConnell Our students are growing into a world where they will find themselves sharing their space, work, and lives with more and more robots. We need to prepare our students for a world in which they are routinely interacting with technology that needs to be programmed.

Robotics 52

Robotics STEM Course Data 52

Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

For the past three years, I was honored to work on the team that developed the chapter on “Technology for Mathematics Learning.” Writing the technology chapter gave my team the opportunity (and challenge) to comprehensively organize the vast research knowledge about technology in learning mathematics. So what did we discover?

Technology 519

Technology Handbook Learning Outcomes 519

User Generated Education

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

As mentioned in the title, I believe this to be a perfect STREAM (Science, Technology, wRiting, Engineering, Art, Math) lesson. Learners did several activities that involved LED circuits ( simple LED lights , LED Tea Light Spider Pumpkins , and Paper Circuit Skulls ) and circuits with microcontrollers (see Technology section).

Technology 255

Technology Robotics Software STEM 255

Neo LMS

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Ozobot is an online tool that allows students to code robots included in their kits, which can be ordered online and offline. Ozobots are smart robots that help students learn robotics, math, and programming through using visual codes to follow lines or roam around freely. Read more: Are classroom robots the NextGen of learning?

Tools 366

Tools Digital Citizenship Robotics Guidelines 366

EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 23, 2019

However, evaluating the best immersive technology resources requires an understanding of current technology limitations and offerings. . The future looks promising as educational technology companies rapidly build new immersive tools for the classroom. . Ensure K–12 Immersive Lessons Are Device-Agnostic. by Jaime Donally.

Tools 418

Tools Classroom Libraries EdTech 418

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 11, 2019

I’ve been teaching technology for over fifteen years. Let’s look at that term, “digital native” Techopedia defines it as: a person born or brought up during the age of digital technology and therefore familiar with computers and the Internet from an early age. That’s not the goal of technology.

Moodle 378

Moodle Robotics Smartphone iPad 378