eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Key points: Educators can guide students to navigate an AI-driven future responsibly Equitable access to AI is a problem–the solution is professional learning How AI can unleash student curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking For more news on AI, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a cornerstone of modern technology, influencing industries from healthcare to entertainment.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2024

For years educators have been trying to glean lessons about learners and the learning process from the data traces that students leave with every click in a digital textbook , learning management system or other online learning tool. Its an approach known as learning analytics. These days, proponents of learning analytics are exploring how the advent of ChatGPT and other generative AI tools bring new possibilities and raise new ethical questions for the practice.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Ruben Puentedura developed the SAMR model in 2010 to help schools integrate technology into teaching and learning. SAMR stands for the four tiers in this education model: substitution, augmentation, modification and redefinition. In schools that have implemented the SAMR model in their classrooms, teachers use technology as a way to enhance learning rather as a replacement for instruction.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Click to enlarge lesson plan A Holiday Calendar Kids love making this calendar. They get to talk about their upcoming vacations and hear what their friends are doing. It’s simple enough for third grade with advanced tools that satisfy a fifth graders growing intellect. A Holiday Newsletter Have students collaborate on a newsletter for a classroom unit of inquiry or a theme (colonies, animals, etc).

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Key points: Middle school students can love STEM learning–with a little creativity Rethinking STEM to shape the future workforce For more news on STEM learning, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub Creating engaging STEM learning experiences in middle school is essential to spark curiosity, build foundational skills, and foster a love for STEM topics–and potentially encourage students to pursue STEM careers.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 3, 2024

All year long, schools have been grappling with how to respond to student cellphone use, which, according to many educators, had become almost constant among kids in older grades and increasingly disruptive to instruction. What many schools have not tackled, over the same period, is the rise of smartwatches among younger kids. A few years ago, smartwatches — high-tech wearables that can send and receive calls and texts, take photos and videos, and share precise location-tracking data, among othe

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 4, 2024

There are many technologies that help keep a school running smoothly. Some of these are obvious, while others work in the background to keep everyone on track. Clocks, bells and paging systems may not be the flashiest educational technology tools in K–12 buildings, but without these systems, the school day would fall apart for lack of structure. Whereas schools are regularly refreshing their other technologies, such as networks and student devices, there’s less emphasis on modernizing bell and p

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Key points: Its up to policy leaders at all levels to set educators up for success with AI use Equitable access to AI is a problemthe solution is professional learning From burnout to balance: How AI could transform teaching For more news on AI and teachers, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Breakthroughs in large language models like ChatGPT hold vast potential to improve K-12 teaching and learning.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Only six weeks had passed since the start of this school year, and I was already feeling exhausted. On a Friday during one of those long, exhausting days, two birds flew into my classroom. It was comical and absurd — for sixty minutes, I watched my high schoolers run around the room, trying to catch these birds. I had to run after my students a couple of times when I saw them doing crazy things like standing on desks and chairs and window sills trying to catch them.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Keeping students safe on campus is a top priority for leadership at Mt. Diablo Unified School District in California. To make that happen, the IT department works closely with the maintenance and operations department. The teams recently used funding from the Measure J general obligation bond to install Axis video surveillance. Working with CDW, the district was able to make the upgrade efficiently and ensure the new cameras will be maintained.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Every month, subscribers to our newsletter get a free/discounted resource to help their tech teaching. December 2-5, 2024 Special limited time offer from Structured Learning A Free PDF of the print textbook you purchased with proof of purchase. Email a copy of the purchase receipt showing the K-8 textbook or toolkit you ordered and the date you ordered it to: admin@structuredLearning.net.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Key points: AI tools give dyslexic students a chance to learn without the constraints of traditional methods Understanding dyslexia: Why early diagnosis and intervention matter AI is the solution to costly and ineffective dyslexia programs For more news on dyslexia interventions, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub As a student who has personally navigated the challenges of dyslexia, I understand the obstacles learners with this condition face daily.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 4, 2024

At its core, personalized learning is about recognizing that no two students learn exactly the same way. It moves beyond the one-size-fits-all approach by focusing on each student’s strengths, needs and learning pace. By creating more flexible, student-centered classrooms, personalized learning empowers students to take ownership of their education, developing the skills they need to thrive both academically and personally.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 3, 2024

In the evolving landscape of online education, post pandemic, it has become increasingly essential to use technology to foster student engagement. Among the many digital tools available, e-portfolios have emerged as a powerful means for enhancing student involvement, motivation, and learning outcomes. E-portfolios are digital collections of student work that showcase achievements and learning progress and have the power to transform the educational experience for students.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Here are the most-read posts for the past month: Tips for Supporting Students With Special Needs Using Technology 26 Online LMS Resources 7 Ways to Evaluate Websites National STEM Day Nov. 8th A Day to Remember Veterans Geography Awareness Week: November 11-15, 2024 How to Put Kindness in Your Classes 4 Critical Pieces of Every Lesson and How to Gamify Them video 14 Apps and 2 Projects for Thanksgiving Thanksgiving Activities That Keep You in Charge of Learning Here’s a preview of whatR

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Key points: Moving to active learning is critical for student engagement Sharpening skills for the digital classroom Hands-on learning will help Gen Alpha reach new levels of technical innovation For more news on edtech tools, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub When it comes to classroom edtech use, digital tools have a drastically different impact when they are used actively instead of passively–a critical difference examined in the 2023-2024 Speak Up Research by Project Tomorrow.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The need to teach responsible and ethical digital habits has never been more pressing. For students, digital citizenship isn’t just a skill — it’s essential to navigating everything from staying connected with their friends to learning about the world around them, to preparing for college and career. But with technology advancing so quickly, how can we help young people make healthy choices?

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The landscape of higher education has witnessed a significant shift in recent years, with an increasing number of students opting for nontraditional avenues to pursue their academic goals. The National Center for Education Statistics reports that enrollment in distance learning courses was steadily rising even before the COVID-19 pandemic and continues to do so (Digest of Education Statistics, 2021).

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Teach Hub

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Mornings can set the tone for your entire day as an educator. Whether you’re having a productive start or a chaotic rush, how your morning unfolds can influence your mood, which can influence how you interact with your students. That’s why it’s essential to have a consistent morning routine. Just as you create a routine for your students to ensure mornings go smoothly, you too need to establish a solid, structured routine.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Key points: For teachers, AI can reshape classroom management A look at AI use in schools across the country How AI can unleash student curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking For more news on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Teacher burnout has reached crisis levels (a recent survey by the National Education Association had 55 percent of teachers reporting that they were considering leaving the profession earlier than planned, up significantly from pre-pandemic level

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The theme song of a podcast may only play for a few seconds at the beginning and ending of an episode, but the short clip sets the tone for the show. In searching for a theme song that fit, I spent hours clicking around on online music libraries including the Free Music Archive for songs with just the right mix of seriousness and playfulness to encapsulate our weekly interview show about the future of learning.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The landscape of higher education has witnessed a significant shift in recent years, with an increasing number of students opting for nontraditional avenues to pursue their academic goals. The National Center for Education Statistics reports that enrollment in distance learning courses was steadily rising even before the COVID-19 pandemic and continues to do so (Digest of Education Statistics, 2021).

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Whiteboard Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2024

This video will show you how to create timers in PowerPoint – using animations, youtube videos and add-ins I’ll show you how to implement a countdown timer ppt that can enhance your presentations to add pace to your lessons. Using powerpoint animation techniques, you’ll learn to create dynamic countdown animations in powerpoint that work seamlessly.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Key points: Students are motivated to dig deep into science with real-world implications Rethinking STEM to shape the future workforce Getting pre-service teachers comfortable using and teaching with STEAM tools For more news on science learning, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub Earlier this year, I was teaching science to a group of rising 9th grade students involved in a summer learning program.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2024

AI has the potential to transform every aspect of our lives and it is already doing so. According to Microsofts 2024 Work Trend Index , 75 percent of knowledge workers use AI, double the percentage of just six months before. Its clear that the ways we communicate, make decisions and solve problems are changing as we embrace this new technology. Education is no exception.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 3, 2024

In the evolving landscape of online education, post pandemic, it has become increasingly essential to use technology to foster student engagement. Among the many digital tools available, e-portfolios have emerged as a powerful means for enhancing student involvement, motivation, and learning outcomes. E-portfolios are digital collections of student work that showcase achievements and learning progress and have the power to transform the educational experience for students.

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Time 4 Kindergarten

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Dramatic play centers are a great way to foster language development, imagination and creativity. Creating dramatic play centers can be simple or elaborate. It all depends on how much time effort and money you want to put into it. No matter what you create, the outcome is worth it. The grocery store dramatic play center is a classroom favorite. To create, I used some simple play food items, the grocery store set from Melissa and Doug and created some labels and signs for the center.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Key points: Teachers who had better perceptions of their benefits also had better perceptions of their pay 5 strategies to reduce teacher stress and improve retention School security, combating teacher turnover, and new dyslexia tools For more news on teacher retention, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub Larger pay increases and better benefits could help keep K-12 teachers in the teacher workforce, finds a new, nationally representative RAND survey.

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Teaching with a Mountain View

DECEMBER 5, 2024

One key insight from the Science of Reading is the critical connection between reading fluency and comprehension. When students achieve fluency, they can seamlessly decode words, paving the way for a deeper understanding of text. Even the most adept readers find multitasking while reading to be challenging. Therefore, developing reading fluency is essential because it frees students from the constant effort of decoding, allowing them to achieve automaticity.

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Elementary Nest

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Elementary Nest 6 Fun Reindeer Activities Classroom Reading & Writing Crafts Looking for a fun way to sprinkle some holiday magic into your classroom without disrupting your ELA learning? These reindeer activities for the classroom are just what you need to keep your students engaged while building their reading and writing skills. Whether youre diving into reindeer facts, exploring fun reindeer printables, or sneaking in a little creativity with a quick reindeer craft, these ideas are easy

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Edtech IRL

DECEMBER 5, 2024

We’re having a blast in Chattanooga communing with our EdTech besties! If you’re not here and would like to check out our presentations, the slide decks are linked below.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2024

CALGARY, AB – A recent survey conducted by SMART Technologies’ Lumio software revealed compelling data about teachers’ experiences, challenges, and preferences regarding the use of technology in education – and provides valuable insights into the current state of technology integration in classrooms. Teacher tech use continues to grow The survey shows a high percentage of digital adoption and reliance on education technology. 85% of respondents integrate technolog

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Cassie Stephens

DECEMBER 4, 2024

As an art teacher, I always love seeing Christmas trees with an artsy theme. So I thought I'd put all of the art-themed ornaments I've created over the years into one blog post. This way, if you want to create an art themed tree for your classroom or home.you can! And I'll show ya how. Let's start with these wee bearded gnomes made from old paintbrushes!

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Model Teaching

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Outdoor education can be broadly described as any kind of learning that occurs either in nature or in the outdoors. While outdoor education, or outdoor learning, is classified in many different ways, in this article you will learn about five common ways in which outdoor learning might be implemented. The post Types of Outdoor Education You Can Plan For Your Classroom appeared first on Model Teaching.

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Scholarly Teacher

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Philip Mongan , Radford University Keywords : Mentoring, Teacher Support, Change Key Statement : Teachers may resist adapting their teaching approach for many reasons. Motivational Interviewing provides a valuable framework for peers hoping to nudge their colleagues toward change. Introduction There are times when teachers develop a personal teaching strategy that is not effective, yet they are resistant to change.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Key points: Earlier discussions about careers make core content classwork more relevant Early STEM career awareness drives future success for students Real-life work experiences: The unseen curriculum for high school success For more news on career readiness, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Oregon middle-schoolers can now get a head start on picking a career path, thanks to a new tool powered by artificial intelligence and developed by a University of Oregon journalism professor.

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Gaggle Speaks

DECEMBER 2, 2024

I magine being a school principal who receives an alert about a potential self-harm threat involving one of your students. Within minutes, staff intervene, providing the support needed to avert a crisis. This scenario isn’t hypothetical—it’s the real impact of having precise, actionable alerts within a school safety solution. As schools face an alarming rise in mental health challenges, alerts directly influence the safety and well-being of students.

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