eSchool News
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Key points: Teachers must accept that there’s no putting the AI genie back in the bottle How much AI is too much? AI’s impact on education: Wider and wiser curricula For more on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Maybe it’s just me, but it feels as though AI is starting to take over the world. To be clear, I don’t mean this in an “evil robots” sort of way.
Teacher Cast
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
Google has recently unveiled a set of new templates for Google Slides, offering educators fresh and innovative ways to create engaging presentations for their classrooms. These templates are designed to save time and inspire creativity, making lesson planning more efficient and enjoyable. Much like you would see in other popular slide presentation apps (ahem, Canva) The post Save Time and Spark Creativity with New Google Slides Templates appeared first on TeacherCast Educational Network.
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Edsurge
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
When GPT-3 burst on the education scene, it caused a flood of reactions, ranging from gleeful to apocalyptic. But more than that, it unlocked money. In 2023, generative AI claimed businesses in the U.S. and Canada claimed almost 45 percent of all private equity-backed investments, by one estimate, with an eye-popping value of $2.18 billion when much of the rest of the deals in that world were declining.
EdTech Magazine
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Many K–12 schools that operate in the cloud have different technology needs than they did when they made their initial investments. As organizations re-evaluate their cloud environments, they should consider the educational technologies they’re using now as well as the tools they plan to adopt and implement in the future. One such solution proliferating in tech portfolios is artificial intelligence.
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Key points: Educators need guidance on how to best use AI in schools How much AI is too much? Baked-in bias or sweet equity: AI’s role in motivation and deep learning For more on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Given AI’s evolving and increased presence in classrooms, the U.S. Department of Education has released a guide intended to help educators and education leaders integrate AI into education ethically and equitably.
Teacher Cast
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, technology plays a crucial role in enhancing learning experiences. Microsoft Bing for Education stands out as a powerful tool that can revolutionize the way educators teach and students learn. This blog post will explore the features and benefits of Bing for Education, highlighting how it can boost productivity in The post Microsoft Bing for Education: Empowering Educators in the Digital Age appeared first on TeacherCast Educational Network.
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Veteran multimedia producer and professor Lynn Rogoff has long experimented with ways to bring history alive for young people. So as she saw the rise of AI tools, she was quick to try them. In her latest film, “Bird Woman: Sacagawea,” viewers not only watch the story of Sacagawea — the young woman from the Soshone tribe who helped guide the Lewis and Clark Expedition back in 1804 — they can chat with her and ask questions about her life.
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eSchool News
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Key points: Rapid AI adoption in well-resourced classrooms is deepening the digital divide How much AI is too much? 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. One analysis claims more than 60 percent of the jobs in advanced economies will be supported by AI within the next five years.
Teacher Cast
NOVEMBER 9, 2024
In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, the need for efficient knowledge management and streamlined processes has never been more critical. As educators, instructional coaches, and district leaders, we are constantly seeking innovative solutions to enhance our productivity and effectiveness. Enter the concept of building a “second brain” for your school district – a digital system The post Empowering Education: Building a Second Brain for Your School District with Notion A
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Walberto Flores EdTech Coordinator, Highlands International School San Salvador Artificial intelligence has entered our classrooms — sometimes invited and other times not — leaving educators to ask essential questions about its implementation and impact. Teachers are exploring how AI can be used to redefine learning experiences, strengthen student-teacher relationships and support students as ethical AI users and creators.
EdTech Magazine
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
As artificial intelligence stands poised to disrupt every industry in myriad ways, education has already witnessed a sampling of early impacts from AI and AI-enhanced technologies. The topic of AI’s potential in K–12 schools was discussed Nov. 7 alongside the value of new, smarter technologies that streamline operations as well as teaching and learning.
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
Key points: The right PD helps teachers grow and strengthens a district’s overall strategy To boost teacher morale, reimagine the teacher role Addressing student absenteeism with faculty PD For more news on teacher PD, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub The best teacher professional development is an empowering experience that equips educators with the skills and insights they need to grow and thrive in their careers.
Teacher Cast
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
In today's digital age, student portfolios have become an essential tool for showcasing learning and growth. Google Sites offers an excellent platform for creating dynamic and engaging student portfolios. Let's explore why and how to implement this powerful tool in your classroom. Why Create Student Portfolios? Student portfolios serve multiple purposes in education: How to The post Unlocking Student Potential: Using Google Sites for Student Portfolios appeared first on TeacherCast Educational N
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Last year, I presented a paper on using technology in my Arabic class at the Ohio Foreign Language Association summer conference. At the end of my session, a Spanish language teacher opened the discussion by talking about students dismissing her work because it is not an essential subject in the state. This hurt her teaching time, and she wanted to know if I experienced the same phenomenon in my teaching career; without hesitation, I admitted to facing the same problem.
EdTech Magazine
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
K–12 schools are entering an era of restricted budgets that require effective and sustainable solutions. Buoyed with ESSER funds, some schools have already exemplified thoughtful, sustainable planning through their investments and the positions they created within their districts. Others spent the money without an eye toward the future out of necessity, implementing technologies and roles they won’t be able to afford without additional funding.
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
This article originally appeared on iCEV’s blog and is reposted here with permission. As classroom teachers, one of the many challenges we face is student engagement. With the changing landscape of education, how do we keep students focused and provide them with a foundation to learn our varied subject areas? There are many ways to tackle this question and no right response.
Teacher Cast
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
As Instructional Coaches, we play a pivotal role in shaping the student- centered learning. Our mission is to guide teachers towards innovative practices that engage students and prepare them for the challenges of the 21st century. In this article, we'll explore how to support teachers in moving beyond traditional methods and embracing modern, student-centered approaches The post Transforming Education Through Instructional Coaching: A Guide for creating a Student-Centered Learning Classroom Env
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
In 2024, if you want to make a dinner reservation, you’re very likely to open an app on your phone, input a few details and then filter your results to see which restaurants have availability for your party size, date and time. If you want to find child care, on the other hand, good luck. In most states, you can visit a website and see a map of providers in your area, along with some basic information about them — ages served, operating hours, quality rating — but details about their enrollment
Ask a Tech Teacher
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Gamification of Education This video is from a series I taught for school districts. It is now available for free, here on Ask a Tech Teacher: –summarize with NoteGPT Summary Jacqui Murray discusses the integration of technology in K-8 education, focusing on gamification to enhance learning. Highlights Gamification enhances learning by incorporating game elements into education.
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Key points: Math doesn’t have to be boring–the more engaging, the better Despite rising interest in STEM, girls face persistent obstacles Getting pre-service teachers comfortable using and teaching with STEAM tools For more news on math instruction, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub One of the challenges to getting students engaged in math is the perception that it’s a subject where you sit at a desk and do 30 math problems alone.
Faculty Focus
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
One of the persistent challenges in second language acquisition (SLA), especially within the communicative approach, is how to incorporate writing in a way that feels meaningful and beneficial to students. The communicative method, which focuses on teaching language through interaction and real-life communication, traditionally prioritizes speaking and listening skills, emphasizing real-time language use.
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
With a new school year now in full swing, educators are in a bind. They want to implement innovative edtech tools in the classroom but don’t necessarily have the time to research and evaluate solutions before procurement and classroom implementation. Enter the concept of curated online marketplaces — a potential game-changer in the edtech landscape.
Ask a Tech Teacher
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
Need a few websites and apps to fill in sponge time? Here are Thanksgiving websites that will keep students busy and still teach them (click for updated links) : Berenstein Bears Give Thanks (app) Canadian Thanksgiving Online/Offline Thanksgiving activities Plimoth Plantation –a field trip of a Pilgrim’s life. Included on this real-life site is a video of the Pilgrim’s crossing to the New World.
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Key points: Look for a literacy platform that meets students where they are 4 components of an effective literacy ecosystem To start the school year off right, invest in literacy For more news on literacy, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub With a student population that’s roughly 85 percent Hispanic, our K-8 academy faces some interesting-but-not-insurmountable literacy challenges.
EdTech Magazine
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Parents of a certain age have had to adapt to their kids doing most of their homework on a Chromebook instead of on paper. But the shift highlights how modern K–12 schools are dependent on network-accessed apps and data for learning and administration purposes. To get more bang for their IT buck, many school districts have been turning to cloud solutions to host applications and safeguard data.
Faculty Focus
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
As the number of universities offering fully online-only courses increases, a new set of challenges arises for students and professors. The ability to create professional learning communities (PLCs) amongst peers and professors in their fields has become a challenge for online-only students. Factors such as technological isolation caused by geographical distance and stakeholder digital fluency may hinder the ability of students to receive the full spectrum of support that in-person PLCs provide
Ask a Tech Teacher
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Promoted by National Geographic, here’s what you should know about Geography Awareness Week: Too many young Americans are unable to make effective decisions, understand geo-spatial issues, or even recognize their impacts as global citizens. National Geographic created Geography Awareness Week to raise awareness to this dangerous deficiency in American education and excite people about geography as both a discipline and as a part of everyday life.
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Key points: Tying classroom decor to learning themes is great for student engagement The psychology of classroom management 3 pillars for building a positive classroom culture For more news on classroom management, see eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Teachers have their own preferences and approach when it comes to classroom decor. But every teacher is designing their classroom with the same goal in mind: to create an engaging and welcoming space for students.
Cult of Pedagogy
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
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Faculty Focus
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
As the number of universities offering fully online-only courses increases, a new set of challenges arises for students and professors. The ability to create professional learning communities (PLCs) amongst peers and professors in their fields has become a challenge for online-only students. Factors such as technological isolation caused by geographical distance and stakeholder digital fluency may hinder the ability of students to receive the full spectrum of support that in-person PLCs provide
Ask a Tech Teacher
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
World Kindness Day, celebrated on November 13th each year, promotes kindness across the globe and emphasizes compassion toward others. This day encourages us to look beyond boundaries, religions, and cultures, focusing instead on the simple act of being kind. Founded in 1998 by the World Kindness Movement, it is observed in many countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan, and the United Arab Emirates.
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Key points: Students need adaptable, lifelong learning pathways Students want more career-connected learning Students need clarity on their postsecondary pathways For more on college and career readiness, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Partnerships between academia and industry are an essential part of a successful school-to-career pipeline, and continuous lifelong learning opportunities must be available for workers, according to a new report from Instructure, maker of Canvas LMS.
Scholarly Teacher
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Gabriele Pinto , Baylor University Key Statement: Implementing elements of active learning into a large course may seem daunting task, but think-pair-share aided by quizzing and clickers can be done in any size classroom. Keywords: Active Learning, Think-Pair-Share, STEM Background Introductory undergraduate STEM classes are notoriously painful experiences, both for the students and for the teacher.
Faculty Focus
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
One of the persistent challenges in second language acquisition (SLA), especially within the communicative approach, is how to incorporate writing in a way that feels meaningful and beneficial to students. The communicative method, which focuses on teaching language through interaction and real-life communication, traditionally prioritizes speaking and listening skills, emphasizing real-time language use.
Gaggle Speaks
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
The conversation around mental health in schools has often focused on older students—those in middle school, high school, and even college—where the pressure to perform academically and socially becomes overwhelming. However, an alarming trend has been emerging: younger children, early elementary-aged students, are increasingly showing signs of severe mental health struggles.
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Lincolnshire, IL – National momentum around the science of reading continues to increase and with it the demand for professional learning for the entire school community. To help meet this need, 95 Percent Group launched 95 Foundational Tools. Growing the award-winning, Top 10 Tools by 95 Percent Group continuum of science of reading professional learning offerings, this new online course provides paraprofessionals, tutors, after-school staff, interventionists, and other school staff the opportu
Elementary Nest
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Elementary Nest Balloons Over Broadway Activities Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade The Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade is a yearly tradition, and Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet brings that magic to life! If youre looking for engaging ways to use Balloons Over Broadway Activities, you’ve found the right blog post! Teachers love using Balloons Over Broadway in the classroom to explore the history and creativity behind the Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade.
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