Cool Cat Teacher

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Why Writing is Still Relevant in the Age of AI (2:59) Even with the rise of AI tools, writing remains essential for critical thinking, communication, and creativity. By combining timeless strategies with modern tools, we can prepare students to think critically and communicate powerfully in any medium. Tool Mentioned: Perplexity Pro.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

A survey from the nonpartisan research organization RAND , for instance, using a nationally representative sample of teachers, noted that only 18 percent of K-12 teachers were using AI in the classroom as of fall 2023, with an additional 15 percent having tried it out. But the tools were also targeted at math teaching.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

That’s what EdSurge senior reporter Emily Tate Sullivan found when she spent months researching the recent boom in smartwatches for kids, for a feature story that EdSurge co-published with WIRED magazine last week. The worst case scenario in the minds of the parents I talked to is just always looming,” she says.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 27, 2025

11, she unearths troves of research and threads together narratives from around the globe to back up an idea that she has long known to be true in her own life. She has these dual researcher and practitioner hats. Many researchers have looked at the intersection of play and the number of friendships, and there is a clear connection.

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ED Surge

MARCH 19, 2024

Research shows that everybody finds things like that annoying, but if you're a first-generation college student, those start to trigger worries about belonging, because there's a belonging uncertainty there,” he says. Walton has spent decades researching how to foster a stronger sense of belonging in education settings.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Two 1EdTech Consortium members created programs that did not redo how they educate students but repackaged how they communicate that learning to bring transparency to the knowledge, skills and abilities they are already gaining through CLRs. Communication is vital to creating a successful program.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 10, 2024

And a growing body of research, popularized by the Jonathan Haidt book “The Anxious Generation,” argues that smartphone and social media use harms the mental health of teenagers. When it’s proving hard enough to regulate the appropriate use of smartphones, what will it be like to manage a rush of kids wearing computers on their faces?

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

That job has become more difficult in recent years, according to numerous surveys , research studies and EdSurge interviews, as the last few classes of kindergarteners have shown up lacking some of the basic skills and competencies that educators and school leaders had previously come to expect.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 26, 2024

In a crowded marketplace with fierce competition for scarce dollars, savvy entrepreneurs embrace research to inspire, hone and scale their businesses. Your concept needs the backing of credible, empirical evidence that follows a research-to-practice trajectory. What research substantiates your product or service?

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ED Surge

JUNE 21, 2023

He engaged in the Advancing Secondary Writing initiative led by Digital Promise’s Center for Inclusive Innovation , recognizing the importance of involving students directly in the research and development (R&D) process. The Inclusive Innovation interns designed and developed the solutions. What is your definition of Inclusive Innovation?

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ED Surge

JANUARY 10, 2025

Microcredentials can be shared immediately after theyre earned, allowing individuals to showcase their skills and communication abilities even before completing a final degree or earning full credit. Here are four key benefits for learners, institutions and employers.

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ED Surge

AUGUST 11, 2022

That’s what New York University researcher Richard Welsh tried to glean by looking back at how discipline practices have evolved throughout the pandemic. Re-Learning How to ‘Do School’ The 2021-22 school year brought its own challenges as the district in Welsh’s research—and others around the country—returned to in-person instruction.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 19, 2024

Schools across the USA are embracing virtual information sessions to enhance learning experiences and streamline communication. Parents also appreciate the transparent communication channels, as they stay updated on their child’s academic journey without delay. Improved Communication. Personalized Learning.

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Smartwatches have emerged as a favorite solution for parents and caregivers who want to be able to communicate with their child and/or track their location but don’t feel their child is ready for a smartphone. So far, there has been minimal research on the impact of smartwatches on young children’s learning and development.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 28, 2024

Essay writing is a crucial skill for academic and professional success because it teaches clear, logical, and persuasive communication. A well-written essay captures the reader’s interest and communicates its message effectively. Effective essay writing isn’t just about stringing together a bunch of words.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 27, 2025

AI is no longer confined to tech companies and research labs; it's entering the heart of educational administration, offering unprecedented opportunities to enhance efficiency, improve decision-making and ultimately better serve students and families. However, the opportunities presented by AI far outweigh these challenges.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 21, 2023

Creativity and problem-solving will come in handy in brainstorming solutions and revolution steps for projects, while communication and networking are invaluable when interacting with team members or potential clients. Excellent communication will help you showcase your skills and abilities to potential employers.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

In this three-week course, you will use a suite of digital tools to make that possible while addressing overarching concepts like digital citizenship, internet search and research, authentic assessment, digital publishing, and immersive keyboarding.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 9, 2022

Working in groups, students research opposite sides of an issue, then debate it in front of class. They tie arguments to class reading, general knowledge as well as evidence from research. using research authentically. Give students time to research, but not too much time. Reading, writing, research, speaking/listening.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 22, 2024

Here’s how you can leverage digital solutions to maximize both time and cost efficiency: Google Classroom: This app is a powerhouse for streamlining assignments, boosting collaboration, and facilitating communication between students and teachers.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Students can use Google Earth to take a virtual tour of a zoo or a blog to collaborate on class research. Today, education can be found anywhere, by teaming up with students in Kenya or Skyping with an author in Sweden or chatting with an astrophysicist on the International Space Station.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 27, 2021

digital communications. digital search/research. In this course, teachers will use a suite of digital tools to make that possible while addressing overarching concepts like digital citizenship, internet search and research, authentic assessment, critical thinking, and immersive keyboarding. cyberbullying. digital commerce.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 16, 2024

As students, technology aids in learning, research, and collaboration, while in the professional realm, it becomes a tool for productivity, communication, and innovation. Certain tech requirements can be common between school and work, such as research capabilities, project management, and effective communication tools.

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ED Surge

AUGUST 9, 2024

David Monaghan, an associate professor of sociology at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, has been digging into that question in a series of recent research studies. Since the program was open to all high schools in the city, doing that communication was more difficult than in the case of the other program they studied.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 19, 2022

digital communications. digital search/research. Exhibit leadership for digital citizenship. Topics include: cyberbullying. digital citizenship. digital commerce. digital footprint. digital law. digital privacy. digital rights and responsibilities. fair use/public domain. image copyrights. internet safety. netiquette. plagiarism.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 13, 2020

The definition of digital literacy is pretty much what you’d expect: “the ability to use information and communication technologies to find, evaluate, create, and communicate information, requiring both cognitive and technical skills.” ” –from the American Library Association.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Upon the release of ChatGPT in the fall of 2022, we noticed that some of our students had suddenly become “experts” at synthesizing research and organizing their term papers, often resulting in perfect scores on their written assignments.

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Box Light

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Communication dynamics between educators in the realm of education, the art of constructive argumentative communication is crucial for the holistic development of students. Each of these components plays an integral role in shaping a student's ability to communicate their perspectives in a constructive, respectful manner.

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Cool Cat Teacher

AUGUST 31, 2023

Let's talk about why now is the time to pay special attention to the students who are to missing school and to communicate with parents. We have seen in research from Todd Rogers Harvard University that parents underestimate how much their children miss. Also, it seems that September is a key month. Call parents. Talk to kids.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 1, 2022

And more than that, vilifying SEL will likely only move education in the wrong direction, educators and researchers say. And there's a lot of research that shows that SEL programs that are taught within a school actually have really good outcomes for kids. I lead our research department, so of course we're very data-driven.

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ED Surge

JULY 7, 2023

There are a number of research organizations collecting data about foreign language study and multilingualism in the U.S., however, with insufficient and lagging data from schools, this research has its limitations. Nationwide research is also relatively infrequent — the most recent in-depth study of U.S. The answer? Not enough.

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Specifically, researchers at Opportunity Insights found that relationships with higher-income students dramatically improved low-income students’ chances of upward mobility in adulthood, even more than traditional success metrics like school quality. For the past two years, VNL has worked with the Annie E.

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ED Surge

APRIL 17, 2024

As a professor of reading and children’s development, specializing in children’s digital tools, I've researched what works and what doesn't when it comes to coaching children to read. Research indicates that such narrative disruptions confuse young readers and hinder readers' empathy for the characters.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 15, 2023

If you’re researching for a project, visit an online library. While researching using an online library, cite materials in an appropriate manner to comply with student digital responsibilities. The online research becomes collaborative note-taking as a student group researches a topic and takes notes using a shared document.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 13, 2024

By providing a platform where students can share ideas, edit documents simultaneously, and communicate in real time, students learn to work effectively with others, regardless of distance, preparing them for academic and professional success.

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ED Surge

MAY 5, 2023

Creativity is more than an artistic skill; it involves thinking differently, collaborating, developing solutions and communicating in a way that connects with others. Research indicates that Generation Z students are technologically savvy and appreciate interdisciplinary, project-based learning experiences.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 27, 2021

digital communications. digital search/research. In this course, teachers will use a suite of digital tools to make that possible while addressing overarching concepts like digital citizenship, internet search and research, authentic assessment, critical thinking, and immersive keyboarding. cyberbullying. digital commerce.

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