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The Case for ‘Edtech Minimalism’ in an Age of Distance Learning

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You might be wondering how this is possible—how one might actually minimize their dependence on education technology in an era of remote instruction and screen-dependent learning. But doing so is imperative if we want to re-humanize learning experiences for our students. School leaders asked: Which apps should we download?

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29 K-12 edtech predictions for 2021

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Here’s what they had to say: As many school districts remain virtual or use a hybrid model, teachers are doing everything they can to help students succeed in a distance learning environment, but at some point they will hit a wall and need help. Hands-on learning will make a big comeback.

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Merge Releases Hand-Held Digital Teaching Aids

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We are working to help teachers across the world upgrade their learning tools by integrating Microsoft technology like Immersive Reader and Teams with Merge EDU.”. Better learning happens when students have access to differentiated instruction that engages multiple senses and gets them learning in a way that’s active and hands-on.

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Twig Science Nevada Approved for Statewide Use

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Equipment and materials to carry out activities are included in replenishable hands-on science kits. The assessment system has been developed with the SCALE team at Stanford University and prepares students for state science assessment.

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A Year to Remember, A Year to Reflect:  Pandemic Instruction

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Once it was determined by my school district that we were continuing with distance learning when the school year started in 2020, there was a flurry of activity from our district in an attempt to create some type of training for teachers, many who were winging it in the Spring 2020 semester. What did one do? SEL Component.

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COVID-19 Forces Science Labs Online and in Homes

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Among the new colleges Science Interactive has served, some already planned to introduce distance-learning options for students, while others only explored the option after their campus shut down, Loomer says. The company has not implemented COVID-19-related discounts but has offered some digital options for free.

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K-12 Tech Innovation News

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One notable piece of K-12 tech innovation news is the integration of interactive devices and digital learning tools, transforming static learning spaces into dynamic, multimedia-rich environments. This interactive technology fosters a collaborative and participatory learning environment.