Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 25, 2016

Computers froze or the network became over-burdened or the internet went down just as students required them the most. Where technology integration was supposed to look like A (below), instead it became B: If this sounds like you, keep reading. Too many schools just didn’t have that budget. This is a great starting point.

Technology 191

Technology Math Curriculum Evaluation 191

Edsurge

JULY 3, 2025

But in recent years, a handful of urban library systems have stepped up to offer readers who are at least 13 years old a chance to read the books that might be unavailable in their home areas. You can read whatever you want. — You can read whatever you want” that’s in a digital format. between 2020 and 2024.

Accessibility 211

Accessibility Participation Reading Beliefs 211

eSchool News

MAY 14, 2019

I am updating my workshop on how technology can be used to promote reading—the only foolproof means of both improving reading proficiency and developing a lifelong love of reading in every student. Some primary sources for this list include: Reading 2.0 Joyce Valenza: Reading 2.0 I can’t find this one anymore.).

Reading 280

Reading Technology Motivation Internet 280

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 30, 2020

For teachers using StudySync in combination with Google Classroom, I’ve described three strategies that educators can use to capitalize on the activities in the StudySync First Read lesson plans to engage students in online discussions, collaborative research projects, and online vocabulary review. #1

Collaborative Research 370

Collaborative Research Students Knowledge Assignments 370

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 24, 2024

5 Internet Safety Tips for Teachers The internet has provided teachers with numerous tools to enhance their students’ learning experience. Common Cyber Threats Facing Educators Every profession has had its fair share of internet-based troubles. Read the data protection policies of online platforms before signing up.

Internet 167

Internet Confidentiality Teachers Fairness 167

eSchool News

JULY 4, 2023

Our student learning is anchored around Harkness discussions, an educational approach in which students discuss class readings, course material, and other texts. Students learn how to prepare for a discussion, have difficult conversations, understand different perspectives, and meaningfully participate.

Internet 281

Internet History Discussions High School 281

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Today’s actions might focus on internet access at home and the impact of social justice movements, but new equity challenges could arrive tomorrow. Equity sometimes requires unequal supports for students. Related content: 3 ways to bring equity to STEM education. Equity agendas require constant revision.

Education 334

Education STEM Internet Discussions 334

EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2018

How the Internet of Things May Change K–12 Culture. The Internet of Things is making a big splash in K–12 school districts. MORE FROM EDTECH: Read how schools are training students to be the next batch of cybersecurity professionals. Please join the discussion on Twitter by using the #ConnectIT hashtag. .

Internet 167

Internet Culture Discussions Study 167

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 28, 2022

Early simulations like Reader Rabbit are still used in classrooms to drill reading and math skills. A note: Any time students use the internet, start with a discussion on how to use it safely. Game playing develops reading skills. Close reading to determine what text says and make logical inferences.

Writing 199

Writing Reading Teaching Evaluation 199

Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

that is copied–often with slight variations–and spread rapidly by Internet users. I decided to have students create an original meme focused on one of the major themes we discussed from the novel. Just in time for summer reading! A meme is a humorous image, video, piece of text, etc. The timing was perfect. Learning'

English 402

English Internet Discussions Reading 402

eSchool News

AUGUST 2, 2024

Enhanced internet connectivity In today’s digital age, robust internet connectivity is essential for effective learning. Smart campuses leverage high-speed internet to support a range of educational tools and resources. For example, during reading or studying, cooler, brighter lighting can help increase alertness and focus.

Internet 293

Internet Students Textbooks Learning Styles 293

eSchool News

AUGUST 29, 2024

Additionally, these digital tools need to support the means of expression through written assignments, presentations, or discussions to make the learning environment as engaging as possible. Social annotation as an e-learning vehicle within UDL Social annotation tools can improve reading comprehension and student interaction.

Learning 300

Learning Syllabus Universal Design Quizzes 300

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Online Discussions or Debates: Design an online discussion question or debate that encourages students to consider questions related to the video content and post their thoughts, opinions, questions, and reflections. Some students may enjoy reading and engaging with a text, while others may opt for a podcast or recording on a topic.

Blended Learning 469

Blended Learning Students Assignments Lecturing 469

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

But four years can pass quickly, and if colleges can’t lead productive discussions of sensitive topics in their classrooms, can we expect the discourse in future elections to be any better? The Threads discussion, on the other hand, brought out dramatically different, but equally valid, views.

Discussions 121

Discussions Internet Teaching Assistants History 121

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2015

We hear and read a lot about engaging students in technology facilitated learning challenges, but when it comes right down to it, how do we define student engagement, and how do we know what it looks and sounds like? But as computer and internet time became more prevalent and sophisticated, so did the measures of student engagement.

Students 279

Students Student Engagement Internet Science 279

eSchool News

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Workshops on internet and information literacy. As leaders, librarians are prepared to guide students through reading and research processes at the same time that they offer necessary support to teachers. This collaboration can take place in the form of guiding a class discussion, creating assignments and responding to student work.

Schools 358

Schools Essay Instructors Critical Thinking 358

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

While today’s youth may be aware that not everything on the internet is true, they don’t have the tools to evaluate accuracy and authenticity. More important than defining the words is how just discussing the definitions can engage students in reflective conversations.

Lecturing 272

Lecturing Evaluation Internet Discussions 272

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 29, 2020

Summer for me is nonstop reading — in an easy chair, under a tree, lying on the lawn, petting my dog. Nothing distracts me when I’m in the reading zone. When discussing classroom apps, I might as well start with those most adaptable to most education ecosystems. I found it a satisfying read. And it paid off.

Reading 145

Reading Blended Learning Curriculum Evaluation 145

eSchool News

MARCH 23, 2017

Check back later this month for the next must-read post!]. Join education thought leader Alan November in Boston July 26-28 for his 2017 Building Learning Communities edtech conference , where hundreds of K-12 and higher-education leaders from around the globe will gather to discuss the world’s most successful innovations in education. “It

Achievement 262

Achievement Teachers Middle School Middle School 262

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Beanstack , an edtech platform that helps schools encourage kids to read through gamification, demonstrated the importance of engaging readers. Beanstack helps educators and librarians encourage reading by making it easy to create and promote reading challenges for their communities.

Mobile Devices 343

Mobile Devices Gamification Science STEM 343

eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2023

They serve as trustworthy alternatives to internet searches, where the information surfaced can be unreliable, untrue, and unsafe. The ability to browse content by category or topic can save educators time as they build class reading lists and select supplementary materials to support curriculum delivery and develop lesson plans.

Peer Review 273

Peer Review Essay Skills Critical Thinking 273

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

To many students, these subjects mean reading long-winded textbooks and memorizing incessant facts. Thanks to the internet, there are so many ways for students to experience the past. They don’t necessarily see the importance of studying something that happened hundreds or thousands of years ago.

Social Studies 279

Social Studies History Study Textbooks 279

EdTech Magazine

APRIL 29, 2018

The 2018 Honor Roll: EdTech’s Must-Read K-12 IT Blogs. Our list of Must-Read K—12 IT Blogs includes a mixture of teachers, instructional technology specialists, IT leaders, administrators and consultants. If you’d like to check out the Must-Read IT blogs from previous years, view our lists from 2017 , 2016 , 2015 , 2014 and 2013.

Reading 154

Reading Science Gamification Coaching 154

Edsurge

JUNE 27, 2016

According to Dr. Kaku, talking wallpaper, data-reading toilets and other technologies that seem like miracles today are a mere fifty years away. Most recently, The Future of the Mind (2014), a discussion of advances in neuroscience, reached #1 on the New York Times’ bestseller list. And oh, what a forest it might be.

Internet 109

Internet Intelligence Science Discussions 109

eSchool News

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Join eSchool News for the 12 Days of Edtech with 2024s most-read and most-loved stories. Department of Educations recent edtech plans] discussed active vs. passive consumption of technology. Most of these homes dont have internet, so now you have another problem, because its very expensive. AR: [One of the U.S.

Internet 279

Internet Accessibility Local Government Activities 279

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

Many say the presidential candidates’ debates and discussions lack a focus on education—here are the issues the candidates should research. public—and among those issues is K-12 education, from new laws and policy, equity and broadband internet access, to open educational resources. Department of Education.

Education 188

Education Internet Discussions Math 188

eSchool News

MARCH 13, 2024

Department of Education’s recent edtech plans] discussed active vs. passive consumption of technology. Most of these homes don’t have internet, so now you have another problem, because it’s very expensive. Through one of our internet providers, families can also get internet access for $10 per month. AR: [One of the U.S.

Internet 305

Internet Accessibility Local Government Activities 305

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 9, 2022

They tie arguments to class reading, general knowledge as well as evidence from research. This is an exercise as much for presenters as audience, and is graded on reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Expect them to read closely, but work quickly, and make decisions based on their knowledge of reliable websites.

Activities 202

Activities Schools Writing Knowledge 202

Edsurge

DECEMBER 26, 2023

I have read and loved them all. Read more from Emily here. I was especially struck by the show’s two-part series on “ The Paradox of Pleasure ,” which analyzed the challenges of coping with the addictive lures of the internet and other tech. Read more from Jeff here. I give “The Anthropocene Reviewed” five stars.

Reading 142

Reading Essay Instructors Culture 142

Edsurge

APRIL 2, 2020

Pop-up social media spaces and hashtags, such as #remoteteaching , #CovidCampus , and the Educator Temporary School Closure for Online Learning Facebook group, feature numerous posts and discussions about digital tools, resources, and apps for remote teaching. font size, spacing, picture dictionary, translation) and read aloud.

Teaching 218

Teaching Disabilities Evaluation Internet 218

eSchool News

JUNE 28, 2024

Teachers should include an AI use chart (like this one from Ditch That Textbook ) with their course descriptions and have clear-cut discussions with parents and students about when AI use is and is not acceptable. We can assess their understanding of what they read and their ability to write through shorter bursts of writing.

Writing 324

Writing Essay Plagiarism Assignments 324

Edsurge

OCTOBER 13, 2023

This was the epitome of knowledge and learning before the internet became widely available. At one point, I completely removed reading responses because they weren’t working for me. Instead, they form the basis for our classroom discussion in the following meeting. It was a big deal to have your own set of encyclopedias at home!

Teaching 208

Teaching Instructors Knowledge Writing 208

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

Ten years ago, when we began building equitable, offline-first education technology for the 2/3 of the world who didn’t have internet access, many people told us to just wait and the gap would close naturally. billion people are still without internet, and the rate of internet growth has actually slowed. Today, over 2.9

Gamification 360

Gamification Intelligence Reading Ethics 360

eSchool News

MARCH 31, 2025

An elementary school teacher discussed how math can be integrated into PE class–for instance, students can measure and make calculations related to how far they jump or how fast they run, or myriad other activities. Perhaps there isnt a strong enough internet connection, or there are too few outlets, or myriad other issues.

Technology 287

Technology Learning Math Elementary School 287

Edsurge

APRIL 9, 2020

Engagement remains a tricky subject for many teachers, but some are finding creative ways to keep kids coming back, especially during whole-group discussions on video conferencing platforms such as Zoom. She acknowledged that equity issues in terms of internet access might make such connections impossible for some families. “We

Learning 218

Learning Participation English Internet 218

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

You can read the full report, including the other five suggestions, here. Approximately 9 million low-income students lack both the hardware and the internet connectivity to enable virtual learning, which “represents a national emergency,” the authors of the report write.

Learning 218

Learning Internet Writing Failure 218

Edsurge

MAY 17, 2019

Has your class just read about the Industrial Revolution? Listicles promote close reading, abstract thinking, and—gasp—playing. In addition, a quick internet search provides different ways your students can make their own GIFs. Read my slide deck about teaching with listicles. Finished a unit on the cell? Giphy Sure!

Fairness 160

Fairness Teachers Internet Culture 160