A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 26, 2020

As a result, many educational entities have embraced a shift to a more personalized approach to learning. While this is admirable, what I have experienced firsthand is a lack of a uniform vision and plan or collective understanding as to what it means to personalize learning. This could include both where kids learn and when.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 12, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter You may be worried that the youngest kids can’t learn at a distance, but Dr. Nancy Frey, co-author of the Distance Learning Playbook comes along side us to help us understand how it can be done. Thanks, Nancy for helping us learn how.

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Ditch That Textbook

MARCH 12, 2025

By night (or whenever she has Wi-Fi), she is deep in the world of AI, helping shape policies that keep education innovative and responsible. She serves on the […] The post The 5 most important tools for virtual learning appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 14, 2024

And as mom to a son with learning disabilities and ADHD who is in high school and doing great, her advocacy is personal. Jones previously served as president and CEO of the National Center for Learning Disabilities and was senior director for policy and advocacy at the Council for Exceptional Children.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 19, 2020

It goes without saying that our teachers have done an incredible job when it comes to adapting to a remote learning world. Now more time is being spent refining plans as lessons are learned and, in some cases, are prepared for schools to be closed the remained of the year. The bottom line is there is no easy solution here.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 27, 2021

Deeper Learning can happen as we work to connect with students and transform them into critical thinkers as well as knowledgeable about our content areas. Listen to Jal Mehta Talk about Deeper Learning in Schools. Listen to the show on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. Stream by clicking here. Subscribe to the Show.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 21, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Artificial Intelligence is the topic of conversation for anyone who cares about learning, scholarship, and the future of our world, and rightly so. The job losses are supposed to be staggering.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 30, 2020

As schools across the country have rapidly shifted to distance learning due to school closures brought about by the coronavirus (COVID-19), students have been sent home with school-issued devices like laptops or tablets so they can continue their learning from home. Create learning resources and activities that can be done offline.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 9, 2020

I’ve spent the last four months working with teachers all over the country (virtually, of course) as they navigate the uncharted waters of online and blended learning. The majority of teachers I have spoken with did not enjoy their initial experiences with distance learning. Click here to learn more about My Maps.

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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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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Most parents know AI will be crucial to their children’s future For more on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Generative AI is transforming the nature of work in many fields. AI can also help teachers personalize instruction for every child, accelerating learning and improving outcomes.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 25, 2023

As I shared in my podcast this week, we've adapted our acceptable use policy to include AI considerations and allow its use with teacher permission and proper supervision. When People Fail: Will The Integrity Gap Cause a Learning Gap? Ethical students will be able to learn better and faster than ever. And so are we.

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 5, 2021

Last year, as schools were closing their gates, e-learning cybersecurity wasn’t exactly a top priority for most teachers. What doesn’t change is that e-learning is here to stay, as the benefits of using an online tool for class activities far outweigh the risks for both K-12 and Higher Ed organizations.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 14, 2023

The Problem of Plagiarism and Chat GPT is Acknowledge by Open AI If you listened to Steve Dembo in yesterday's post, you'd learn that Chat GPT is still not as good as a human in many cases. Do we consider students with learning difference in written expression in a different category? Discuss policies with parents and students.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

“Some students were concerned about pressure to engage with tools — if all of their peers were doing it that they should be doing it even if they felt it was getting in the way of their authentically learning,” she says. From a teaching, learning standpoint, that's pretty concerning to me,” he says.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The Lifelong Learning Report: Trends & Insights from K-12 to Career is a comprehensive study analyzing the evolving landscape of education and the role technology plays in shaping the future of learning.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Furthermore, smartphone use among teenagers has been a growing obstacle to learning. When I talk to other staff at my school, the majority of people want a phone usage policy across the school. Current political movements, like All4Ed , raise questions about funding provided to Title I schools to uphold such policies.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 1, 2021

Students are returning to school and teachers and administrators know a learning gap is there. Never stop learning! Learn How to Help Kids Close the Learning Gap As They Return to School. Rachael George shares advice on how to help kids now From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter.

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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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eSchool News

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Personalized learning and of course, AI. One of these terms, personalized learning, has been around for a while. I think you’ll find their conversation on how AI can affect the actual use of personalized learning techniques, both in the classroom and scale, to districts illuminating. You can’t escape it. OK, Keisha.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 10, 2025

Key points: Education in 2025 will prioritize the unique needs of each student more than ever before Information literacy is key in the age of AI Where AI and multimodal learning will go in 2025 For more news on digital trends, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub 2024 has been a transformative year within education.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 30, 2024

Explore the benefits and drawbacks of AI in essay writing, including its impact on student learning. AI and Writing Essays: Pros and Cons, How Will Students Learn to Write if an AI Writes It for Them? This technology will transform education by personalizing learning and meeting various student demands.

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Digital Promise

MAY 27, 2021

As school districts look ahead to post-pandemic classrooms, they must also continue to invest in refining digital and hybrid learning experiences. Despite its challenges, remote learning is here to stay. Last year’s abrupt transition to remote learning impacted all levels of K-12 education.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In Part 1 of “ Why Every School Needs and AI Policy Right Now ,” I shared the empirical evidence about Artificial Intelligence and how it is impacting our world and schools. The productive struggle of learning is real and part of learning.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Students are ready for AI, and its time for higher education to foster open discussions on how to integrate AI meaningfully in learning and instruction. Education leaders and faculty recognize the value of AI in idea generation and developing personalized learning. educators about their attitudes toward AI.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 21, 2022

And even a way to implement Chat etiquette policies. If this means you can have breakout rooms now, learn more about how to set them up. 7 Chat Etiquette Policies. If you have a business, education, or enterprise account, you can access the new Zoom feature – chat etiquette policy. ” Yes you can!

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 4, 2023

Yet, this rapid development has come with cybersecurity and data privacy concerns that call for better policy compliance and security enforcement from third-party apps and ed tech vendors. Despite the risks, digital learning software has allowed teachers to create repositories of course content for students to revisit at any time.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 23, 2020

Sponsor: My friend Kasey Bell writes the Shake Up Learning Blog. That’s a great deal, especially now, if you’re in the middle of distance learning or upping your Google Classroom ability. Kasey rocks — and she’ll help you become a better distance learning teacher now. Tell her Vicki Davis, the Cool Cat Teacher, sent you.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 5, 2020

The AAP strongly advocates that all policy considerations for the coming school year should start with a goal of having students physically present in school," the group said in an update to its guidance for school re-entry. Below is an excerpt. The bottom line is that schools need to reopen for their sake, but at what cost?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 3, 2022

As teachers move from a “teacher-lecturer” model of education to a “teacher-guide”, peer-to-peer learning–acquiring knowledge from a select peer group–has become a popular education strategy. I’m a fan of peer-to-peer learning and I could tell right away that Tract did it well.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 14, 2021

As we return to in-person learning, we should not return to business as usual. Listen to David Bott talk about Three Things Schools Should Debate As We Return to In-Person Learning. 5 Things We Need to Get Right As We Return to In-Person Learning with Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath. Listen to the show on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Their research is intended to help us understand how to better use digital learning and teaching tools to maximize students’ success, which I’m sure many of you can agree has had its challenges this year. Learning engagement produces an emotional response, as well as cognitive and behavioral ones. School Level. Classroom Level.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 11, 2024

Step 2: Review Sports Illustrated's Real World Scandal Pretending AI Generated Content was Human Generated (and Introduction of AI Policy) Then, I had them use perplexity.ai ” Secondly, I wanted to introduce my AI policy in the classroom. Step 3: What is AI's role in the learning process? (A

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Edsurge

MARCH 19, 2025

Technology in todays classrooms is advancing rapidly, reshaping the way students learn and teachers teach, especially with advancements in AI. Educators play a vital role in shaping meaningful and impactful learning opportunities for students through emerging technologies like AI.

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Shake Up Learning

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The post A Balanced Approach to Tech and Learning: Revising the Dynamic Learning Model appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Too much screen time can impact students’ well-being, and it’s our job to find a balance that keeps learning at the forefront. The core of the model is still about learning, not technology.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 10, 2022

Examples include flexible schedules, virtual options, learning academies, use of data, and high-functioning PLCs. An equitable learning culture at the district and school level can only be created through the development of policies, procedures, and vision that result in systems geared toward supporting the uniqueness of all learners.

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Neo LMS

MAY 24, 2022

Teachers are encouraged to promote collaboration in the classroom to achieve better learning outcomes. The consensus is that fostering student collaboration through group activities leads to more engaging and efficient learning. . However, collaborative learning is not about dividing students into groups and assigning tasks.

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