The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 8, 2020

In the end, nobody knows what we face ahead only that the ability to be flexible, smart, and to use technology to link us wherever we are is part of what we have to do. see pic below) If there could be a silver lining, it is easy to show people shiny tech but true technology WORKS when you need it to. We have to connect and learn.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

What innovations might redefine the learning environment? 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. Another concern is the varying levels of access to technology.

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 13, 2021

When suddenly propelled into distance learning last spring, educators rose to the challenge to meet the needs of students and families. In our roles on the Verizon Innovative Learning Schools professional learning team, we have the unique opportunity to partner with instructional technology coaches all over the country.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 3, 2020

Teachers will likely be expected to engage students at least part time online, which may also require that teachers spend time this summer engaged in professional learning focused on online pedagogy and technology training. Schedule 1 has the student population divided into two groups: Group A and Group B.

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Neo LMS

APRIL 22, 2021

The past year has caused significant disruption to the education system, with the need to maintain safe distances resulting in a rapid shift to online learning. In some ways, online learning may provide inclusivity for students who have difficulties navigating the traditional classroom environment.

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Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

adults ages 18–65—around 118 million—perform at or below the lowest proficiency levels in problem solving in technology rich environments ( National Center for Education Statistics, 2016 ). The goal of the assessment was to analyze how technology is implemented in adult education classrooms throughout the city.

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Neo LMS

MAY 7, 2020

You’re getting comfortable with a new schedule, technology, and online grading. But, you still need a little help navigating the seas of e-learning. So, here’s actionable advice that you can use as a compass as you create a productive system for online learning. Get in on technology where it is today.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 5, 2021

The station rotation model is a great way to introduce your class expectations to a new group of students while simultaneously building relationships and developing your class community. The groups cycle through the six stations twice in two weeks. For more information on grouping strategies, check out this blog.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 18, 2021

Third, I do not want teachers to design learning experiences or use technology to isolate learners. Instead, I want them to cultivate a powerful learning community capable of making meaning together. Students will be more interested and engaged because they have more control over their learning.

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Edsurge

MAY 13, 2020

“It’s one of the easiest things to do to really understand what that environment looks like, feels like and behaves like,” says Kerry Rice, a professor at Boise State University who has studied effective online learning. There's not a lot of research on very young children and online learning,” Rice says. “So,

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 19, 2021

The idea that teachers returning to classrooms don’t need or won’t benefit from learning about blended learning models signals a lack of understanding about what this term actually means. What Blended Learning is Not. It is also important to highlight what blended learning is not.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

Despite the challenges associated with this moment in education, technology is rapidly evolving to allow students more opportunities to engage in social learning spaces online. Virtual social learning spaces create opportunities for the social and academic aspects of learning to collide. Encourage self-assessment.

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Edsurge

JULY 12, 2021

After a challenging and unique year of emergency remote learning, I recently spoke with a group of faculty members new to online teaching to learn more about their experiences. The first won’t come as a surprise to anyone: The shift to online courses last spring was nothing short of a perfect storm.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 29, 2021

While my students engaged in student-centered learning at the online and offline stations, I enjoyed the dedicated time to work with a small group of learners at my teacher-led station. I felt more effective and engaged working with a small group of students. Students can be grouped flexibly (e.g.,

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ViewSonic Education

DECEMBER 10, 2018

The Promise of Education Technology: Effective Feedback. Giving effective feedback is one of the best ways to improve student learning. Education technology empowers teachers to help students on an individual basis. The peer instruction model is the foundation for the way we now think about active learning. Audio Capture.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 25, 2016

English teachers frequently ask me which technology tools I use to design my online learning stations. Below are my 5 favorite technology tools and online resources for designing the online learning stations in my English classroom. #1 1 StudySync. 2 Vocabulary.com.

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Neo LMS

JULY 29, 2021

Despite claims that technology is negatively affecting learning schedules, edtech is a valuable tool for students. As the education sector reflects on the last months of the school curriculum, it’s clear e-learning is key to providing disaster-proof education. Prioritize PD to support remote, hybrid, and in-person learning.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 24, 2020

He is a co-leader of the Ohio Google Educator Group (GEG) at tiny.cc/geg-ohio Eric is an authorized Google Education Trainer and a Google Certified Innovator and provides Google Apps training to schools, organizations, and conferences throughout Ohio and across the country. Eric is married with four children.

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Edsurge

MAY 1, 2020

Online learning has moved to the front stage as 90 percent of high-income countries are using it as the primary means of educational continuity amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Department of Education, Richard is a go-to person for exploring the shift we are experiencing in learning today. It’s painful to watch.

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Waterford

OCTOBER 21, 2020

The challenges of online learning are real, but there are some basic steps teachers and families can take to encourage educational success. Use Online Teacher Tools to Communicate With Families. Fortunately, teachers have plenty of options when it comes to online learning tools and parent resources for special education.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 17, 2024

The Ask a Tech Teacher team dug into this: Building Community in Virtual High Schools As educators, we often hear concerns about the lack of socialization in online learning environments. Implement group projects that require students to work together outside of class time. Online Clubs and Interest Groups.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

AUGUST 1, 2020

This template was created with ideas and resources shared in an awesome Facebook group I joined, Bitmoji Craze for Educators. The group is super helpful and shares some amazing templates. Discover more ways to integrate technology effectively by taking one of my fully accredited online courses or get one of my books !

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Hapara

JANUARY 13, 2025

This constant scramble, complicated by distractions within the classroom or online learning environment can lead to stress, missed deadlines, and ultimately, hinder academic achievement. How can educators empower students to take control of their learning journey while boosting classroom efficiency?

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Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 13, 2020

My online learning activities typically involve the use of short videos, online discussions, student research, podcasts, and various formative assessments. I strive to balance the time that students are online with offline tasks that can be an individual, partner, or group-based. Not sure where to start?

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User Generated Education

MARCH 19, 2020

teacher education Zoom meetings although they can be adapted for any age group and age level (3rd grade and up), and in training professionals. I also use online web tools and applications to increase interactivity and engagement. Whole Group Discussions. Whole group discussions should be just that – discussions.

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Hapara

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

ASCD article , “One of the most important lessons we can learn after more than a year of pandemic-related disruption, is that it is not possible to have a truly equitable learning environment absent robust technology access. Support opportunity and equity with technology tools .

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Digital Promise

APRIL 13, 2020

For more than six years, we’ve worked to close the homework gap , ensuring that all students have equitable access to the internet and technology for powerful learning opportunities outside of the classroom, augmenting what is available in school. How can we best assess our technology needs?

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Waterford

JANUARY 23, 2020

Technology has done more to change school curriculum and practices than nearly anything else—and in such a short amount of time! While it can be hard to keep up with every trend in educational technology, the mindset you have when it comes to classroom tech matters just as much as which ones you use.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Lessons Learned What did Chasen learn from his experience as the longtime CEO of Blackboard? He said his biggest advantage is that he knows so many figures in higher ed and K-12 based on his previous work, which made it easier to form advisory groups and get feedback as he developed Class.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

But the reality is also that we’re going to have to prepare for a fall that – whatever it looks like – will include an online learning component. Even if we go back to face-to-face learning, we will all have to be prepared to teach online, and the best way to do this is to first educate ourselves with research and pedagogy.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 1, 2020

American kids and families are great at consuming tech, but not great at creating with technology,” Pacheco-Guffrey tells EdSurge. Pacheco-Guffrey says that the data suggests that K-12 schools need to offer more, and different kinds of technology training. One of the biggest was access to technology, including adequate Wi-Fi.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 8, 2021

Research has indicated that students with stronger self-regulation skills do better in blended learning environments. This makes sense since students in blended and online learning environments enjoy more autonomy and agency over their learning. The goal of the various blended learning models (e.g., Zimmerman, B.

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Neo LMS

DECEMBER 10, 2020

One of the nicest advantages that some students enjoyed about the spring version of online learning was the relaxation of the bell schedule. Read more: Adopting the asynchronous mindset for better online learning. Unless your district has mandated it, synchronous time does not have to be whole-group instruction.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 26, 2022

They’re rejecting time- and place-based education; creating low-cost degrees; adopting competency- or outcome-based education; emphasizing digital technologies; focusing on populations underrepresented in traditional higher education; and offering pioneering subject matters and certifications. Consider online instruction.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 26, 2020

A key pair of principles to keep in mind is “positive interdependence” and “group accountability.” Group accountability means that the outcome, or grade, for the strongest student in a group depends on the outcome for the weakest student in the group.

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Although even the youngest children are adept with technology for entertainment, students in early elementary grades need significant support to use technology for learning. Teachers are relying on parents to foster consistent home learning environments. Reimagining Staffing and Scheduling.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 13, 2018

It’s becoming more common to take online classes or blend traditional with online learning. However, in the current educational environments where technology is used to enhance learning outcomes, educators have consciously allowed for and are making use of technology to facilitate learning online.

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