Catlin Tucker
AUGUST 15, 2023
Part II: Thinking About Thinking Series This is part two of a five-part series focused on using thinking routines to drive metacognitive skill building. Click here to revisit my first blog in this series on using the “I see, I think, I wonder” routine. Metacognition is a cognitive ability that allows learners to consider their thought patterns, approaches to learning, and understanding of a topic or idea.
eSchool News
AUGUST 18, 2023
Key points : School district communications can be complicated by multiple languages and how families prefer to receive messages Flexible communications can help districts resolve a number of issues, including parent outreach and delinquent accounts See related article: Language barriers still impede home-school communication Fairfield City Schools is a suburban district with approximately 10,000 students.
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EdTech Magazine
AUGUST 18, 2023
As the new school year begins, some students and teachers are bringing with them new skills learned at summer school and professional conferences. A report by PowerSchool notes that 32 percent of teachers surveyed say that they struggle to integrate new edtech tools into the classroom. We spoke with educators at ISTELive 23, one of the biggest edtech conferences in the country, where educators met in Philadelphia for hundreds of professional development opportunities.
Edsurge
AUGUST 17, 2023
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Ask a Tech Teacher
AUGUST 15, 2023
It’s easy to confuse ‘using technology’ with digital tools. Your school passed iPads out to all classes. Some of your colleagues think having students read in this tablet format means they’re integrating technology into their curriculum. Kudos for a good start, but they need to use the tablets to differentiate for student learning styles, enrich learning materials, and turn students into life-long learners.
eSchool News
AUGUST 18, 2023
Key points: Although a majority of teachers believe computer science education is critical, the subject isn’t required–or even offered–nationwide Introducing computer science at an early age equips students with the skills and confidence to be curious in STEAM learning See related article: 4 resources to differentiate computer science instruction “ I love it so much I would do it every day if we could!
EdTech Magazine
AUGUST 17, 2023
Schools have a responsibility to protect students beginning the moment they set foot on campus. From the learning that occurs in the classroom each day to after-school events and extracurriculars, administrators must ensure the safety of those under their purview. “If you think about keeping kids safe at school, and even parents when they’re volunteering or helping on the soccer fields, that’s just something you should expect as part of education,” says Brandon Davito, senior vice president of p
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Ask a Tech Teacher
AUGUST 14, 2023
Artificial Intelligence–AI–can greatly assist many mundane education tasks. Tools like Siri, Alexa, ChatGPT, and a plethora of apps seem perfect for handling the repetitive and time-consuming aspects of education that take teachers away from the core of most lessons that require critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. Done right, this sort of collaboration between AI and teacher results in a better outcome for everyone.
eSchool News
AUGUST 18, 2023
NEW YORK – Students are gearing up for the 2023 school year, and new research from Brainly reveals that AI is an integral element in middle and high school students’ academic life – even as educators debate and worry whether the revolutionary technology belongs in the classroom. In its Back-to-School survey, Brainly , the leading learning platform for all school subjects and grades, highlights a growing trend – a remarkable 66.5% of students in grades 6-12 actively seek external suppor
EdTech Magazine
AUGUST 14, 2023
Videoconferencing, esports and screen casting from digital whiteboards are all common parts of the modern K–12 curriculum. However, when educators at Clovis Municipal School District in New Mexico and McAllen Independent School District in Texas attempted to harness these technologies for learning, their aging Wi-Fi 5 networks presented a problem. Inconsistent internet access meant teachers could not plan for lessons that integrated technology until the school districts upgraded to Wi-Fi 6.
Edsurge
AUGUST 14, 2023
In the dynamic landscape of education, truly personalized learning has been nearly impossible to achieve. Classroom teachers, constrained by limited resources and standardized curricula, often struggle to cater to the diverse learning needs of their students. For years, educational technology has promised to fill that gap, but that promise has remained largely unfulfilled.
Ask a Tech Teacher
AUGUST 18, 2023
I get a lot of questions from readers about what tech ed resources I use in my classroom so I’m going to take a few days this summer to review them with you. Some are edited and/or written by members of the Ask a Tech Teacher crew. Others, by tech teachers who work with the same publisher I do. All of them, I’ve found well-suited to the task of scaling and differentiating tech skills for age groups, scaffolding learning year-to-year, taking into account the perspectives and norms of
eSchool News
AUGUST 18, 2023
Phil Hintz has been approved by the D219 Board of Education as the next Chief Technology Officer for the 2023-2024 school year. Phil has led the charge for his district to develop and implement Student Data Privacy systems in the State of Illinois and recently presented at ISTELive22 on these protocols and processes. Previously, Phil was the Director of Technology for Gurnee SD 56 in Gurnee, Illinois where he had served for 14 years.
Faculty Focus
AUGUST 17, 2023
When preparing to teach a graduate-level curriculum and assessment in physical education & health education course, we asked ourselves, “What is the best way to teach future educators about curriculum and assessment?” As assistant professor and instructional designer, we decided to provide students with a collective learning experience during the first two weeks of the semester—students would learn about the game of Chess while also learning about the essential components of a curriculum.
Edsurge
AUGUST 15, 2023
When I came to Achievement First Brooklyn High School eight years ago as the ninth grade literature teacher, it was my fourth year of teaching and my first time in a school that was unapologetically rooted in the “no excuses” model , which centers a results-driven culture that prioritizes strict behavioral procedures and academic policies. Merits and demerits managed our students more than authentic relationships steeped in compassion and empathy.
Ask a Tech Teacher
AUGUST 16, 2023
It sounds easy, but to a five or six year old, holding the mouse, clicking that left button, dragging and dropping while holding a finger down is darn difficult. Here’s a list ( click for updates ): Dragon Drop Jackson Pollock artwork with mouse skills MiniMouse Mouse and Pointer Tutorial (freemium) Mouse Practice –several choices Mouse practice—drag, click Mouse skills Mouse Song OwlieBoo –mouse practice Silk –draw with mouse movements This Is Sand –make a sand pic
eSchool News
AUGUST 17, 2023
Key points: As AI tools like ChatGPT grow in popularity, there’s no avoiding them in the classroom Using AI to teach students about AI helps students approach it with the respect it deserves and emphasizes its use as a learning tool See related article: Debunking common myths about AI in education If you’ve spent any time tinkering with AI like I have, you’ve discovered what a powerful and versatile tool it can be for teachers in the classroom.
Faculty Focus
AUGUST 13, 2023
“A disability may be the result of combinations of impairments and environmental barriers , such as attitudinal barriers, inaccessible information, an inaccessible built environment or other barriers that affect people’s full participation in society [i].” In the current learning environment, students with disabilities encounter significant challenges due to the lack of inclusivity and accessibility in the education system.
Edsurge
AUGUST 16, 2023
As juniors and seniors return to high school this fall, part of their school day likely will include thinking about which colleges and universities they’ll apply to. Parsing education data into snack-sized servings. But recent data suggests that’s the case for fewer students, as college enrollment remains sluggish and some members of Gen Z remain skeptical that a four-year degree is the best option post-high school.
EAB
AUGUST 18, 2023
Blogs Campuses are getting smarter. But is your institution ready for a "smart campus"? There is no shortage of “smart” things in the market today. You can seemingly buy a smart version of anything—a toaster, a car, even a toilet. While some of these might seem unnecessary (or even a bit silly), they represent the massive spread of the Internet of Things (IoT) technologies that enable devices to connect with each other.
eSchool News
AUGUST 17, 2023
Key points: Transhumanism promotes human advancement via emerging technologies But as technologies like AI expand, many tools are not universally accessible, which could exacerbate educational disparities See related article: Why AI’s flaws won’t slow its adoption We collectively stand in the beginning stages of academic and technological innovation.
Faculty Focus
AUGUST 13, 2023
“A disability may be the result of combinations of impairments and environmental barriers , such as attitudinal barriers, inaccessible information, an inaccessible built environment or other barriers that affect people’s full participation in society [i].” In the current learning environment, students with disabilities encounter significant challenges due to the lack of inclusivity and accessibility in the education system.
Gaggle Speaks
AUGUST 18, 2023
As a public resource presented by Reimagined Campus Security, LLC in partnership with Gaggle “ Fridays with Chief Trawick ” shares insight, information, and awareness to guide schools regarding safety and preparedness. Chief Thomas Y. Trawick, Jr. (Ret.) is the former Chief of Safety and Security for Clayton County Public Schools where he recently retired.
Runde's Room
AUGUST 15, 2023
With three teenage daughters, the summer of Taylor Swift hasn't escaped our house. And that's perfectly O.K. with me. We didn't score tickets, or even an access code (large sigh), but we've been living vicariously through friends' posts. So when I saw the cutest friendship bracelet bulletin board by A Girl and A Glue Gun , I started to get a great idea.
eSchool News
AUGUST 18, 2023
Charlotte N.C. – Aperture Education, the leading provider of research-based social and emotional learning assessments for K-12 schools, has added two new solutions to its product suite. Aperture’s student-facing portal offers a new DESSA Middle School Student Self-Report to capture student voice regarding their social and emotional skills and deliver gamified activities to build student’s competence, guiding them through self-paced key growth areas designed specifically for grades 6-8.
Faculty Focus
AUGUST 17, 2023
When preparing to teach a graduate-level curriculum and assessment in physical education & health education course, I asked myself, “What is the best way to teach future educators about curriculum and assessment?” I collaborated with a colleague, and we decided to provide students with a collective learning experience during the first two weeks of the semester—students would learn about the game of Chess while also learning about the essential components of a curriculum.
EAB
AUGUST 15, 2023
Blogs I’m your future Gen Z adult learner. Here are three ways to hook me with your program webpage. Guest post by Jordyn Morris, who is interning in EAB’s Research division As a college junior, graduate education is regularly on my mind, as it is for many of my peers. EAB estimates that by 2031, 60% of adult learners will be Gen Z (like my classmates and me).
Edsurge
AUGUST 18, 2023
On February 20, 1961, the 35th president of the United States, John F. Kennedy, provided a profound message to the U.S. Congress regarding the importance of education. “Our progress as a nation can be no swifter than our progress in education,” stated President Kennedy. “Our requirements for world leadership, our hopes for economic growth, and the demands of citizenship itself in an era such as this all require the maximum development of every young American's capacity.
eSchool News
AUGUST 16, 2023
NEW YORK — To help educators and school media specialists promote community-building and creativity as students come back to school, StickTogether Products is launching its Back-to-School Pixel Portrait Project. This free activity allows students to create self-portraits using StickTogether’s free Pixel Art Platform and then display them in their classrooms, around their school, or at home.
Faculty Focus
AUGUST 15, 2023
The traditional approach of choosing a single path and pursuing a specific career is being challenged by the idea of embracing multiple interests, talents, and passions. By encouraging online college instructors and students to adopt a multipotentialite mentality, we can empower them to explore diverse academic paths and enhance their versatility for future employment.
EAB
AUGUST 15, 2023
Podcast How Long Beach City College Revamped Support for First-Year Students Episode 162. August 15, 2023. Welcome to the Office Hours with EAB podcast. You can join the conversation on social media using #EABOfficeHours. Follow the podcast on Spotify , Google Podcasts , Apple Podcasts , SoundCloud and Stitcher or visit our podcast homepage for additional episodes.
eSchool News
AUGUST 16, 2023
It’s back-to-school season across the country, and while this is met with mixed emotions, like it or not, classroom doors are open and welcoming students. Here are some back-to-school tips, advice, and valuable insights from educators, stakeholders, and industry experts. We need to prioritize discussions on how to effectively support multilingual students.
eSchool News
AUGUST 15, 2023
CHARLOTTE, N.C. /PRNewswire/ — Linewize , a division of global safety and student wellbeing leader Qoria , is proud to announce a preferred vendor partnership with Texas’ Technology Alliance for Statewide Initiatives (TASI). Under the preferred vendor arrangements, Linewize and TASI have agreed to work together to promote and support the rollout of Linewize’s world leading suite of services to Texas Education Service Centers (ESCs) and K-12 districts.
eSchool News
AUGUST 15, 2023
Key points: Both K-12 and higher-ed reported alarmingly high rates of ransomware attacks in 2022 Survey results show that paying ransoms increases recovery times See related article: Defending against the most common cyberattacks Education reported the highest rate of ransomware attacks in 2022, and over the past year, 79 percent of higher-ed organizations surveyed reported being hit by ransomware, while 80 percent of K-12 organizations surveyed were targeted—an increase from 64 percent and 56 p
eSchool News
AUGUST 14, 2023
TUALATIN, ORE. (PRWEB) — Lightspeed , the provider of instructional audio solutions that create equal access to learning, announces that the company’s Mobile PA solution was named a Platinum 2023 New Product Award winner by Spaces4Learning. The annual awards program honors the outstanding product development achievements of education companies whose services or solutions are particularly noteworthy in their ability to enhance the learning environment.
eSchool News
AUGUST 15, 2023
NEW YORK — Tutor.com , one of the world’s largest and most innovative online tutoring organizations, announced that it has been selected by Pittsburgh Public School District , the largest of 43 districts in Allegheny County and the second-largest district in Pennsylvania, to provide 24/7 online tutoring for all students in grades K–12. Through the partnership, which launches today, nearly 19,000 students across 54 Pittsburgh public schools can access one-to-one expert tutoring, test prep,
eSchool News
AUGUST 15, 2023
Key points: IT teams face a major challenge: protect school networks with limited budget and personnel Experts say it’s no longer a matter of if a school gets attacked, but when See related article: Are ransomware attacks the new snow days? Due to budget and resource constraints, many schools and other academic organizations are only able to implement very basic cybersecurity tools and processes, and this leaves them extremely vulnerable to cyberattacks.
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