Cool Cat Teacher

APRIL 29, 2025

In todays episode, Im joined by productivity expert Dr. Frank Buck to explore five free features of Evernote that still make it one of the best digital tools for educators. See the results theyve helped schools achieve at SolutionTree.com/10MinuteTeacher. How Can Educators Use Evernote to Organize Real-World Information?

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Parsing education data into snack-sized servings. Thats according to a survey of 700 elementary and middle school teachers by Study.com, an online learning platform, that queried educators in January about student achievement. And all kinds of parents from all walks of life not just parents, but caregivers.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 8, 2023

From the Ask a Tech Teacher crew, here’s a topical article on how to use AI in your education journey: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Education Technological innovation is now casting its shadows over the education sector as well, making learning experiences better than ever before.

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Cool Cat Teacher

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

She is a Transformational Leader who has positively shifted the lives of her faculty and staff and, ultimately, the educational system in Fairfield County Schools and beyond. She upholds the Fairfield Central motto of Griffins Soaring for Greatness: Griffins Believe, Griffins Achieve, and Griffins Succeed.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 25, 2025

Here’s what most educators and parents innately know as a truism of education: “If you can’t explain something simply, you don’t understand it well enough.” P articipants exchange ideas, explain concepts, ask questions, and provide feedback.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

These made using AI easy enough for anyone and a viable tool for educators and students. Let’s see what the Ask a Tech Teacher team says: Pros And Cons of AI in Education Artificial intelligence (AI) is making major inroads into education. This could make quality education more affordable and accessible.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 2, 2021

Ask a Tech Teacher contributor Nicole McCray, has some thoughts on music and education. Yet, many benefits stem from a musical education. In addition, education in music is a way to take student learning to new levels and higher performance. MUSIC EDUCATION & STUDENT LEARNING. MUSIC EDUCATION & YOUR BRAIN.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

link] Leverage Assistive Technology When it comes to leveraging assistive technology, you can truly transform the educational experience for students with special needs. Collaborate with special education professionals to tailor these tools to individual learning goals.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

In response, some higher education institutions are creating microcredential programs that positively impact student success, but you don’t have to create an entirely new program to show your institution’s value. Skills-based credentials are valuable because they state specific skills in which a learner achieved or displayed competence.

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ED Surge

JUNE 9, 2023

Nationally, mathematics achievement on average remains low with glaring, persistent inequities across racial and ethnic groups. According to the National Assessment of Educational Progress in 2022, students in fourth and eighth grade had the largest decline in mathematics achievement since 1990.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

I was part of a cohort of about 100 first-year educators, all united by a common mission: to serve under-resourced and underserved schools. But very quickly, I learned that teaching in a Title I school, where a high percentage of low-income students face significant educational gaps , was far more challenging than I had anticipated.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 19, 2021

There’s still time this school year to help high school students learn the skills they’ll require to thrive in Higher Education. Being able to use technology to its fullest is vital for students as they move from high school into higher education, yet it is not enough to assume that they will pick these skills up on their own.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Tip from CodaKid Teachers: Start with small, achievable projects! Achieving these goals provides a sense of accomplishment and encourages them to take on new challenges with enthusiasm. Final Thoughts Choosing the right platform depends on where your young coder is in their journey and what they hope to achieve.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

When I came out to my family during my first year of college in the early 2000s, my mom’s immediate concern extended beyond my safety and happiness to my future as an educator. My undergraduate education, grounded in social justice and critical literacy, energized me to create equitable opportunities in my classroom.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The Role of Mathematics in Education: What Professions You Can Get in the Future Have you ever found yourself pondering the real-world applications of those algebraic formulas or geometric theorems you spent hours trying to decipher in school? Look for her next prehistoric fiction, Endangered Species, Winter 2024

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Of particular concern is the effect of missing class on student achievement, along with other notable problems like student behavior. For public sector education jobs, the recovery in employment from the COVID-19 crisis was slow. For the researchers, that means that absenteeism threatens to aggravate the teacher shortage.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 29, 2024

It turns out that even the inventors of these new large language models are debating that very question — and the answer will have huge implications for education and for all aspects of society if this technology can get to a point where it achieves what is known as Artificial General Intelligence, or AGI.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

But as pressures to deliver future-focused curricula grow, how can educators ensure that students build these important life skills alongside their technical expertise? Are there established standards for soft skills in education? Why is Career and Technical Education particularly well-suited for developing soft skills?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Something broke in American education these past years. You might argue that the traditional classroom still plays an essential role in education, but the rapid growth of online and hybrid models suggests otherwise. This shift raises critical questions about the future of education: How will teachers adapt their roles?

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Cool Cat Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Dr. Patrice Buckner Jackson (known as Dr. PBJ) shares her own story of burnout and how educators like us can stop burnout before it stops you. See the results theyve helped schools achieve at SolutionTree.com/10MinuteTeacher. PBJ” Dr. PBJ focuses on helping educators step back from burnout and thrive.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 10, 2025

Yet, some educational institutions view microcredentials with skepticism, dismissing them as unfamiliar to employers and not worth the investment. By addressing common misconceptions and showcasing the advantages, educational institutions can lead the way in preparing learners for the demands of the modern workforce.

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Timothy Kanold Co-Creator and Author, Wellness Solutions for Educators As Kanold explains, teacher and administrator mental and emotional well-being is an essential component of student learning. Research indicates that educator wellness directly affects education quality , student achievement and school climate.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

This also reflects a broader issue that sends a damaging message to students about what’s truly important in their education. When we devalue the subject areas on the margins of our state-mandated curriculum, we fail to recognize the full range of skills students need for a well-rounded education.

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ED Surge

MAY 15, 2024

Educators face the challenge of engaging students in STEM amidst limited resources. STEM education is not just about science and math; it develops skills such as creativity, communication, empathy and critical thinking that complement technologies like generative AI and coding.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Whether you’re an educator hoping to inspire others, a student exploring creativity, or simply someone with a tale to tell, this guide is here to show you that the hardest part—getting started—isn’t as scary as it seems. We’ll break it down into small, achievable steps, from brainstorming ideas to turning them into something tangible.

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ED Surge

MARCH 3, 2025

Early literacy often dominates conversations around foundational learning in todays educational system. A study published in Developmental Psychology found that early math skills at kindergarten entry are among the most significant predictors of later academic achievement , even more so than early reading skills.

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ED Surge

MARCH 10, 2025

Americas schools are facing a crisis in reading achievement. The recently released National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) found that only 31 percent of 4th graders and 30 percent of 8th graders were reading at or above a proficient level. Dr. Julie A. When given the choice, three out of four would pick a large print book.

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ED Surge

AUGUST 12, 2024

Educator wellness is more than buzzwords. Living a well-balanced and fully engaged life is essential for building a safe, supportive and collaborative school culture that positively impacts both student achievement and teacher retention.

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Artificial intelligence holds significant potential to address key challenges in education, particularly in enhancing student engagement and facilitating personalized learning. AI's ability to provide instantaneous, tailored feedback can revolutionize how educators evaluate and enhance academic performance.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 30, 2024

I have come to find solace here; yes, these are part of my identity, which I hold dear to my heart — but as I have grown older, I have learned that few people ever see beyond them, including those who I call colleagues and peers in this education system. Who Am I in Education? At that moment, it all made sense.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 9, 2023

Aristotle famously said, “The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet.” She is a former educator with 15 years experience in the classroom. Used by educators from Pre-K through High School, Book Creator offers hundreds of accessibility features to engage even the most reluctant learners.

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Cool Cat Teacher

APRIL 21, 2025

We also talk about what education needs to do to show it values its veteran teachers and why this situation impacts everyone. See the results theyve helped schools achieve at SolutionTree.com/10MinuteTeacher. Center for Innovative Research in Change, Leadership, and Education. Texas Tech University. link] Kirksey, J.

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Cool Cat Teacher

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

In this week's episode of Cool Cat Teacher Talk, we're beginning a three episode journey into the heart of math education, uncovering the secrets of making numbers come alive in our classroom. Together, all of these educators are not just teaching math — we're calculating the possibilities and unleashing the potential of our students.

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ED Surge

MARCH 31, 2023

Arts education belongs in every student’s curriculum — and not just because the arts can improve skills in other content areas. This award gave me the chance to reflect on the purpose of the arts in education and provided a platform for me to explain to those who will listen why the arts are a core subject based on their own merits.

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Cool Cat Teacher

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

We need to equip educators with the tools and the expertise (and the freedom) to teach reading and customize it to every child. It also highlights some of the controversies of reading education. In 2023, she launched her podcast To the Classroom: Conversations with Researchers and Educators.

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 15, 2023

One way to lessen the global digital divide is to provide affordable and accessible computing education to all, regardless of socioeconomic background. Philip Colligan Chief Executive Officer, Raspberry Pi Foundation The Foundation is on a mission to democratize access to computing education. That's the easier step.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 5, 2024

Since OpenAI’s ChatGPT became publicly available in November 2022, the field of higher education has been focusing on its impact and applications — faculty want to understand how this will shape their work and the student experience. Our goal is to understand how the patterns of usage shape the interpersonal dynamics of the group members.

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