Edsurge

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

TEN YEARS OF EDUCATION RESEARCH has shown we are failing to use technology effectively with underserved students, who are mostly subjected to “drill-and-practice or remediation” activities, writes Molly B. grabbed the top contributor spots, speaking to brain-based classroom design, computational thinking, and school culture.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 27, 2018

“To fulfill technology’s promise of transforming teaching and learning, educators must learn to leverage these tools to engage students and support their personal growth ,” the report’s authors write. Foster a Success Culture Using Classroom Collaboration. public sector director of education, in the report. by Eli Zimmerman.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The new suite of offerings – which includes a range of AI tools, interactive lessons, and curriculum-supporting content – takes Canva from a classroom design tool to an end-to-end education platform capable of producing and teaching complete lessons with ease.

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Edsurge

MAY 8, 2018

They create classrooms designed to maximize student learning, and do everything from fine-tuning lesson plans and homework assignments to organizing the physical layout of their learning spaces. Today’s teachers are expert innovators. Luckily, coding new software only requires a computer and some know-how.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 27, 2018

Micro-Writing is Having a Macro Impact on Identity Development by Bryan Christopher If you’re a teacher, chances are you’ve used a micro-writing activity at some point. Happy New Year! These quick exercises are often used as warm-ups or to check for understanding. But are educators on board?

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 20, 2016

GradeCraft is an award-winning, game-oriented LMS designed to boost student engagement and motivation. Our goal is really to help people think differently about teaching and learning,” Niemer says. The points for each activity are capped within the system.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

And I’ve noticed that technology usage usually fits into one of two categories: independent practice or procedural support—such as writing an essay in Google Docs. Apps aren’t designed for the whole classroom. Design for collaboration. Let’s use that to our advantage.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 24, 2016

What if teachers were to return from an edtech training to a different kind of classroom? Writeable Surface: Each learning area within the classroom has an area to physically write. One non-negotiable: the classroom includes plenty USB ports, several and a MakerBot 3D printer. That led to a crucial idea.

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Gaggle Speaks

MAY 8, 2015

Although you’re not likely to bring in Italian rugs or French artwork to the classroom, the learning space is a very important aspect of effective teaching. Think about how science classrooms are arranged much differently than writing or math classrooms. Assignment Organization.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

Encouraging students to explore creative alternatives for how they demonstrate mastery like building a diorama, creating stop motion animations using Legos, or writing a graphic novel or song can yield astonishing results. In the classroom, we can trust our students to demonstrate their knowledge through their chosen medium as well.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

Simply adding technology to a classroom doesn’t make it an innovative space. It’s imperative that classroom design is driven by the desire to create personal and authentic learning experiences for students,” says Tom Murray, director of innovation for Future Ready Schools , a project of the Alliance for Excellent Education.

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Runde's Room

AUGUST 24, 2023

Bridging literature and character growth, these positive affirmations for my students are linked to some of their favorite main characters in popular novels for upper elementary and middle school classrooms. Designed on 8.5 Classroom Enhancement: Elevate your learning environment with purposeful decor. -

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Many teachers have begun to find that creating a more free-flowing classroom environment allows students to use the space as they see fit in order to achieve a more customized learning experience. What Are the Benefits of a Flexible Seating Classroom? VIDEO: Take a tour of a modern learning environment. by Eli Zimmerman.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

MakerBot , a provider of 3D printing and subsidiary of Stratasys, announced the launch of the MakerBotSKETCH Classroom, designed to be a reliable 3D printing setup for the classroom, giving students more access to 3D printing and setting up teachers for success.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 2, 2018

A ­normal ­classroom with rows of desks inhibits what teachers can do in a classroom.”. Create a Neighborhood Vibe with Classroom Design . Like flexible seating, it allows ­students to have choice,” says Mandy Lybeck, the district’s educational ­technology director.

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