Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 28, 2022

A nod from a top science magazine to the game many parents wish their kids had never heard of should catch the attention of teachers. If the teacher wants to use games to learn history, Minecraft won’t throw students into a fully fleshed simulation of the American Revolution. You’ll remember why you’re a teacher.

Writing 199

Writing Reading Teaching Evaluation 199

Edsurge

JANUARY 10, 2018

Then there are the psychometricians—the math savants who design tests and create complex algorithms that attempt to make them fair to all students. Mark Moulton : Here that whole question is, what does fair mean? Then the state hands off to a vendor who writes a test. That’s a very scary position for a teacher to be in.

Testing 167

Testing Fairness Multiple Choice Questions Exams 167

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 12, 2017

I’ve structured the grade interviews so they mirror our argumentative writing process. Some teachers have asked, “How do you have time for this?” ” It’s a fair question. This process is easier to do because I teach on a block schedule and work with a co-teacher. They begin with a claim.

Grades 419

Grades Essay Exams English 419

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Key points: Experts are going behind the curtain to get a true feel for what AI is all about Everything you need to know about AI in education Can artificial intelligence help teachers improve? Educators find it socially acceptable for a student to hire a tutor to help them write their college admission essay.

Fairness 297

Fairness Beliefs Evaluation Essay 297

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Part I: Transitioning from Whole Group to Small Group In the ever-evolving education landscape, one of the most pressing challenges teachers face is striking the right balance between time efficiency and ensuring equitable learning opportunities for all students. Both of these perceived benefits are important to acknowledge and explore.

Blended Learning 419

Blended Learning Education Feedback Fairness 419

eSchool News

JANUARY 29, 2025

Key points: Technology works in service of teaching, not the other way around Teaching ethical edtech for future innovators Leveraging edtech to help students, teachers stay connected through illness For more news on AI, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Artificial intelligence brings opportunities and questions to classrooms worldwide.

Teaching 330

Teaching Ethics Education Teaching Methods 330

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

It can be hard to get moral compasses to twitch when discussing the intricacies of copyright law, public domain, fair use, and Creative Commons. Teachers simply need to teach some key concepts, share some tools, and model digital citizenship in terms of copyright explicitly in the classroom.

Teaching 234

Teaching Fairness Writing Internet 234

Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 2, 2025

High schoolers write a lot every school day. How can you help them improve their writing skills and have fun at the same time? Thats where daily writing prompts come in! What is the first sign that youre going to like or dislike a teacher? Write a thank-you note to someone in your life. Are pranks funny or mean?

High School 52

High School High School Writing Essay 52

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

It’s crucial for teachers to create classrooms that are safe places for students to try, experiment and get meaningful feedback that allows them to make sense of what’s going on around them. Every content area teacher, academic or nonacademic, has a role in creating an environment where language learning is facilitated. Utilize peers.

English 319

English Language Languages Testing 319

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

John McPhee, a master of telling nonfiction stories , became a teacher by accident 43 years ago when Princeton University needed a last-minute replacement. He has steered the course ever since, each spring when he takes breaks from writing books or pieces for The New Yorker, and it has become legendary in journalism circles.

Writing 167

Writing Teaching English Reading 167

eSchool News

JULY 25, 2023

– Today, Turnitin announced that more than 65 million papers have been reviewed since the April launch of its new feature that detects similarities to AI writing. percent – have been flagged as having at least 80 percent AI writing present. percent – have over 20 percent AI writing present. million – 3.3 million – 10.3

Academic Integrity 236

Academic Integrity Writing Fairness Learning Outcomes 236

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

“What do you want your teacher to know about you?” I want my teacher to know I’m Smart in Swahili.” “I want my teacher to know I’m Smart in Swahili.” I was Esther’s teacher. Research shows that students who are classified as English language learners may be perceived by teachers as less capable than their non-ELL peers.

English 201

English Language Languages Teachers 201

eSchool News

MAY 25, 2017

In my second year, in an effort to get technology into the hands of the students, foster authentic inquiry, and break the “test-prep” mentality which has come to dominate many a school landscape, I launched Inquiry Fair. Students decide what they want to learn and/or do.

Technology 409

Technology Fairness Schools Ethics 409

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Medina: Well, the brain rules start out with a fair amount of skepticism. I mean, we still don't know how you know how to pick up a pencil and write your name with it. Is it fair to say your solution to challenges in the American education system is more P.E.? EdSurge: In your book you define a list of so-called “brain rules.”

Science 167

Science Teachers Fairness Study 167

Faculty Focus

MAY 9, 2024

Keeping the UC San Diego academic honesty policy in mind, consider the following: A student prompted Gemini to rewrite their text to improve the quality of their writing and submitted the AI-generated version of their text. A student used ChatGPT to write their conclusion word-for-word, but they cited ChatGPT as a source.

Academic Integrity 137

Academic Integrity Writing Syllabus Exams 137

Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2023

It can reduce the onus on the teacher,” Miller says. In January 2022, a review of 17 research studies showed that young kids can learn from “guided play” as well as if they were being directly instructed by an adult or a teacher. Lego has used its signature building-block toys as a basis for play-based activity guides for teachers.

Teachers 215

Teachers Quizzes Testing Learning Outcomes 215

eSchool News

JULY 21, 2017

As Dan Rothstein, executive director of the Right Question Institute, tells the story: “The teacher presented the following equation: 24 = (smiley face) + (smiley face) + (smiley face).” 3) Write down every question exactly as stated. (4) At this point, the teacher can go home, right? 4) Change any statements into questions.

Internet 271

Internet Fairness Students Questions 271

Edsurge

OCTOBER 31, 2022

I’ve got ten minutes to help a substitute teacher compile materials for their coverage, ensure that my team has the support needed to execute lessons smoothly and move my car, which is double parked out front because there’s never parking by my school. Many of the teachers at my school are also parents navigating this overwhelming struggle.

Teachers 186

Teachers Fairness Participation Grades 186

eSchool News

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Many primers on ChatGPT are available, but I want to focus on teachers’ and students’ concerns about using it in the classroom. It is well-documented and often repeated in teachers’ professional development that the right type of co-learning can deepen understanding and long-term knowledge gains.

Essay 338

Essay Plagiarism Assignments Learning 338

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

Teachers who sat down and let middle schoolers teach them. Teachers in Patterson Unified, like most districts around here, use Google for Education. McWilliams and teachers agreed, but students had to put it on. It’s the coolest thing I’ve ever seen,” said math teacher Nolan Cluff. Tweens speaking with confidence.

Middle School 278

Middle School Middle School Schools Fairness 278

eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2024

Profiles of standout students and teachers can inspire others and foster a sense of pride within the school community. This could include science fairs, art exhibitions, or community service projects. Activities like creating portfolios, writing reflective essays, or presenting on their learning journey can be very effective.

Achievement 294

Achievement Schools Counselling Feedback 294

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 10, 2017

Google Docs is a free word processing program that does 99% of everything a student will ever need to do when writing. While it does have a moderate learning curve (no worse than MS Word), once traveled, teachers quickly adopt it as their own and find many reasons why this has become their favorite tool. Collaborative. Easily shared.

Writing 101

Writing History Fairness Curriculum 101

Teachers Pay Teachers

MAY 21, 2025

For teachers, watching students have those aha moments isnt just special: Its the dream. Grass Head Science Journal – Growing Hair Experiment – Kindergarten & First By Class of Kinders Grade: K-1st Subject: Earth Sciences, Writing This experiment for kids includes a journal and a breakdown of the steps.

Elementary School 75

Elementary School Elementary School Science Schools 75

Edsurge

AUGUST 1, 2024

Many teachers and professors are spending time this summer experimenting with AI tools to help them prepare slide presentations, craft tests and homework questions, and more. It’s a fair question given the widespread concern in the field about students using AI to write their essays or bots to do their homework for them.

Teaching 217

Teaching Education Ethics Instructors 217

eSchool News

OCTOBER 28, 2015

When we have our STEM Fair each year, parents are amazed by what they see and hear from the students. Students engage in more writing and reading, supporting literacy, as well as become more accurate with measuring, leading to improvements in numeracy. They’re actually “doing science,” not just memorizing terms and concepts for a test.

Science 236

Science Interdisciplinary STEM Learning 236

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

Oregon teachers wish they didn’t have to give their students Smarter Balanced English and math tests because the tests take too much time, have confusing directions and are unfair for students who don’t have computers at home or who have inadequate technology at school. A new survey reveals discontent with length, logistics.

Testing 124

Testing Teachers Math Essay 124

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 27, 2021

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Topics include: copyrights, fair use, public domain. Teach Writing with Tech. Guide students in selecting writing strategies that differentiate for task, purpose and audience.

Teaching 195

Teaching Internet Authentic Assessment Writing 195

Edsurge

MARCH 31, 2021

One student, standing up and projecting his voice, declared: “Virginia objects to New Jersey demanding that She give away Her fair and right voice in the new government. Therefore, it is right and fair we have more influence on the actions of government.” This is not just a problem for teachers like me. Yet this is not enough.

History 217

History Social Studies Education Knowledge 217

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 30, 2025

Today, the Ask a Tech Teacher international team is exploring how flowers inspire students in STEM, art, and ecology, how a bouquet can enhance tech-driven education and classroom joy. To weave that magic into any classroom, anyone can order a bouquet of flowers and have it delivered, ideal for sparking inspiration or gifting to a teacher.

STEM 88

STEM Art Learning Fairness 88

eSchool News

JULY 16, 2024

For example, to become better writers, readers, and critical thinkers, Quill.org offers low-income students an AI-powered literacy tutor that provides students real-time coaching and feedback on literacy activities that pair nonfiction reading with informational writing.

Education 296

Education Testing Feedback English 296

Faculty Focus

MAY 9, 2024

Keeping the UC San Diego academic honesty policy in mind, consider the following: A student prompted Gemini to rewrite their text to improve the quality of their writing and submitted the AI-generated version of their text. A student used ChatGPT to write their conclusion word-for-word, but they cited ChatGPT as a source.

Academic Integrity 98

Academic Integrity Writing Syllabus Exams 98

Edsurge

JUNE 7, 2017

It started with an underwhelming science fair—the type we’re all familiar with: students standing next to handmade posters, listlessly describing their projects, usually alone. We often neglect to tell students that reading, writing and communicating are just as necessary to success as technical skills,” Longcor explains. “In

Art 161

Art Language Languages STEM 161

eSchool News

AUGUST 14, 2018

Since young learners are still developing their reading, writing, and fine-motor skills, the notion is they are not developed enough to benefit from using an LMS. Here are three reasons why districts should consider adopting an LMS for elementary and how they can begin technological integration for all classrooms.

Elementary School 172

Elementary School Elementary School Fairness Schools 172

Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 30, 2024

Write a Compelling Personal Essay Your personal essay is an opportunity to showcase your personality, experiences, and aspirations. Tip : Be authentic and honest in your writing. Proofread your essay multiple times and seek feedback from teachers, mentors, or family members.

High School 158

High School High School Essay Fairness 158

Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 15, 2020

For regular readers of Ask a Tech Teacher, these are yearly reminders. Just like it would slow you down if before you started writing, you had to get your coffee, check your email, chat with efriends, water the plants–oh, and finally start writing. email copies of your most important writing to yourself.

Teachers 107

Teachers Writing Fairness Activities 107

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

They can’t do that,” VanderKuyl lamented to his co-teacher, Megan Endre. Similar activities were taking place in nearly every corner of the school: In another classroom, students rolled dice to practice two-digit multiplication and huddled close to their teacher to review their work. We’re using this as a classroom!”

Schools 285

Schools Math English Reading 285

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 27, 2021

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Topics include: copyrights, fair use, public domain. Teach Writing with Tech. Guide students in selecting writing strategies that differentiate for task, purpose and audience.

Internet 158

Internet Authentic Assessment Plagiarism Writing 158