Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Game development teaches kids valuable skills like creativity, problem-solving, and persistence—skills they’ll use for life! This open-ended approach helps kids view each problem as a creative opportunity, expanding both their problem-solving skills and imagination. And the best part? What if the background changes?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 22, 2024

Would you like innovative tech apps, DIY classroom materials, and budget-friendly solutions that save time and cut costs? Adopting Apps That Amplify Learning Efficiency Incorporating technology into your classroom doesn’t necessarily require a hefty investment. Copyright ©2024 askatechteacher.com – All rights reserved.

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Cool Cat Teacher

DECEMBER 24, 2024

In this episode of Cool Cat Teacher Talk , I explore how educators can balance innovation and tradition to empower students as writers in the classroom. BOOK CREATOR – My favorite tool for teaching writing Special thanks to Book Creator for sponsoring this episode and supporting classroom innovation.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 14, 2024

6 Key trends in education to be looking at, from the Ask a Tech Teacher team: Key Digital Innovations for Today’s Education Professionals The digital transformation is underway, and while its impact on society is undeniable, education is among the most disproportionately affected areas.

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Cool Cat Teacher

MARCH 10, 2025

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In the ever-evolving landscape of educational technology, Fortnite Creative is emerging as a groundbreaking tool for physics education and game-based learning. Key Takeaways: Fortnite Creative is utilized as a virtual laboratory for physics education.

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ED Surge

MARCH 9, 2023

Engagement and creativity play such important roles in the learning process, but with the myriad of other requirements and obligations, they can easily get lost in the abyss of deadlines and mandates. Creativity helps develop a deeper sense of learning, yet we keep our “creative” units until after state testing is over.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The innovation AI offers isn’t found in the technology itself but in how much better it can help us become as educators. AI tools have already proven useful for improving teacher productivity and fostering student creativity. It’s not about doing things faster but about doing the essentials and doing them well.

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All About STEM

JANUARY 28, 2025

IET Faraday® Challenge Days aim to encourage more young people to study and consider exciting and rewarding careers in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) by using creativity, innovation and problem-solving skills.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 9, 2024

4 Innovative Ways to Enhance Reading Comprehension with AI Tools Struggling to grasp the essence of a dense PDF or wishing students could wrestle more effectively with complex texts? I’m excited about this post from the Ask a Tech Teacher crew–AI Tools for reading comprehension. There are so many directions this could go!

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Practical Applications of Technology in Teaching Integrating technology into lesson plans requires thoughtful planning and creativity. Sharing best practices among peers often leads to innovative solutions tailored specifically to enhance student outcomes.

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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. Leveraging creativity in the classroom helps students develop a deeper understanding and make cross-curricular connections. And creativity is at the core of all of that.”

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ED Surge

JULY 21, 2022

Seeing as how art has been such a big part of Irish history and culture, I was thinking about something artistic in some way, but how on earth do I grade something creative? I want the students to do something historical, obviously—depict an event or person, perhaps—but I understand that not everyone is equally creative in the arts.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The products include a wide range of innovative products like the BrailleNote Touch (the first Google-certified braille tablet), iOS compatible Brailliant braille displays, digital audiobook players, desktop and portable vision/reading systems, and mobile electronic handheld magnifiers.

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Cool Cat Teacher

JANUARY 8, 2025

53:00] How to Innovate Like a Turtle Adopt a simple, sustainable approach to innovation with actionable steps for consistent growth. 13:49] Classroom Management Tips That Work Discover proven strategies to create a positive and productive classroom environment and improve classroom management. [28:01]

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ED Surge

MARCH 20, 2024

Teaching creativity and creative thinking in K-12 has always been valued but often challenging to implement. Many standards and curricula don’t call out creativity explicitly, and teachers aren’t often trained on how to teach and assess creative thinking. How would you respond to that?

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ED Surge

APRIL 22, 2024

Educators can harness content creation as a powerful tool to foster creativity and inclusion in the classroom by implementing a variety of strategies that engage students, cater to diverse learning needs and encourage a culture of collaboration and respect. By modeling creativity, teachers inspire students to tap into their own.

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

This article is the first of a two-part series covering key principles to consider when integrating a generative AI creativity tool into your academic setting. Understand the value of creativity. Beyond academics, creativity is also essential for career success.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

It’s crucial to stay informed about the latest developments in assistive technology, as this field is continuously evolving with new innovations. These resources enable students to express their creativity and work together to produce something meaningful. This promotes a sense of ownership and shared purpose among participants.

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STEM Everyday Podcast

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

CreositySpace is a unique inquiry-based, learner-directed science curriculum that connects ALL K-5 students to science and capitalizes on their creativity and curiosity at a time when they ask, “What do I want to do when I grow up?”

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Box Light

JANUARY 22, 2025

Since the district introduced MimioSTEM solutions, learners have been immersed in innovative technologies that spark curiosity, foster creativity and bring science, technology, engineering, and math to life. They like to see what we're printing, how long it's going to take. Its pretty mind-blowing for them.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 4, 2023

This article is the second of a two-part series covering key principles to consider when integrating a generative AI creativity tool into your academic setting. As a leader in software innovation for social good, Adobe is at the forefront of building trusted, exciting generative AI tools for its users, including education and beyond.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 15, 2025

I experimented with lessons that prioritized curiosity and creativity, and I saw firsthand the impact of engaging students with learning experiences that felt relevant and challenging. Education Then and Now When I secured my first full-time teaching position, I still had room to explore. But as time went on, I began to feel disoriented.

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

As head of learning at Transcend, a nonprofit that works to reimagine school design, I recently convened over 150 members of the Transcend Design Community , which brings together educators, school and systems leaders, academics, innovators and others thinking about education, in a shared space for collaboration and knowledge sharing.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Students need to develop technological skills combined with critical, creative and social-emotional mindsets to solve complex problems and succeed in today’s postsecondary environment and workforce. The framework has three tiers: social-emotional learning, mindsets for innovation and skillsets for innovation.

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ED Surge

MARCH 19, 2025

Fellow educator Bill Johnson added, AI sparks conversations and ideas that lead to creative, engaging performance tasks, which bring excitement and energy to the classroom. He recounted a collaboration with a colleague to develop an innovative cross-curricular lesson plan.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Both struggle to pay attention regardless of how innovative and engaging are the lesson plans. Teaching the days before big holidays is challenging. Students and teachers alike are ready for a break. I’ve been there often. Copyright ©2024 askatechteacher.com – All rights reserved.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

AI tools automatically free up repetitive tasks so that students can focus on the logic, strategy, and creativity behind math. Math is frequently viewed as an individual task, but when students collaborate, they develop fresh viewpoints, innovative problem-solving techniques, and a greater comprehension of the subject.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

They do this by mapping courses and activities to institutional competencies: critical thinking, analytical thinking, communication, social awareness and responsibility, creativity and innovation, and leadership and collaboration. “We

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All About STEM

MARCH 27, 2025

IET Faraday® Challenge Days aim to encourage more young people to study and consider exciting and rewarding careers in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) by using creativity, innovation and problem-solving skills.

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 27, 2021

We also need innovation and creativity. The report urges schools away from all-in-one service bundles that outsource design, construction, and sometimes even teaching of online courses, and especially from contractors who promise hugely increased revenue.

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

At Gwinnett, we have a history of preparing students for their futures in innovative and meaningful ways. Anytime you start a program or a school from the ground up, theres an opportunity to innovate and try something different. Why is it important for students to be AI ready? Thats what led us down this road, honestly.

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 2, 2024

His approach calls for a broader focus that encourages students to use technology in creative, meaningful ways — for the good of society. As artificial intelligence and other innovations transform the digital space, there is an urgent need to prepare students to thrive in the future. EdSurge: How do you define digital citizenship?

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Cool Cat Teacher

APRIL 15, 2025

Isabelle has extensive experience in philanthropy, impact investing, and education innovation, having previously served as head of US education at Omidyar Network and Imaginable Futures. ” It weaves together stories of perseverance, empathy, and creativity while showcasing innovations anchored in the latest neuroscience and technology.

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ED Surge

MARCH 27, 2025

One of the perks of Angie Adams job at Samsung is that every year, she gets to witness how some of the countrys most talented emerging scientists are tackling difficult problems in creative ways. Whats remarkable about these innovations is that most of their creators arent old enough to get their drivers licences yet.

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Box Light

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

In the first official episode of Unbox Innovation , Boxlight’s newest podcast series, Host Gabrielle Bejarano had a chat with Preston Trebas, STEM Training and Development Specialist, to discuss the challenges teachers face in today's educational landscape, with a special focus on fostering creativity in the classroom.

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STEM Education Works

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

This month, we’d like to highlight the contributions of Black innovators who have shaped our world. One of my favorite stories to share is that of Lonnie Johnson an engineer whose curiosity and creativity led to the invention of the Super Soaker.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 29, 2024

Invention Convention Worldwide is a global K-12 invention education curricular program mapped to national and state educational standards that teaches students problem-identification, problem-solving, entrepreneurship and creativity skills and builds confidence in invention, innovation and entrepreneurship for life.

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