Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 1, 2024

If you want to join the military, you can do that by attending a four-year Service Academy or by enlisting. I discussed 11 ways to become a Navy Officer in an earlier article (click for link). Here, I’ll focus on the academics required to be accepted as an enlisted soldier or sailor. Anyone interested in a non-four-year-degree entry into the military services must take the ASVAB– the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB).

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 1, 2024

There’s a push among AI developers to create an AI tutor , and some see that as a key use case for tools like ChatGPT. But one longtime edtech expert sees an even better fit for new AI chatbots in education: helping educators design course materials for their students. So all year Michael Feldstein has been leading a project to build an AI assistant that’s focused on learning design.

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Cool Cat Teacher

OCTOBER 1, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In today’s episode, we discuss a critical issue many schools are facing—how to help students and staff heal from trauma. Whether it's a safety event, severe weather like Hurricane Helene, or individual traumas, schools across the nation are navigating unprecedented challenges.

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Box Light

OCTOBER 1, 2024

We are excited to announce that the Clevertouch EDGE interactive display has won the prestigious Pro AV Best in Market Award for 2024 in the AV Technology category. This award celebrates products making a significant impact on the Pro AV landscape, and the EDGE has been recognized for its cutting-edge innovation and versatility.

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Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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Middle Web

OCTOBER 1, 2024

As we get to know each student and welcome them into class, we may feel the excitement of the new commingled with the apprehension of the unknown. Educator Stephanie Farley reminds herself that kids want to learn, teachers know what to do, and 20 year-olds want to teach. The post Three Good Things to Start the Year first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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STEM Minds

OCTOBER 1, 2024

As the world of eSports continues to evolve, so does its role in educational landscapes. Many parents are starting to ask: What can competitive gaming teach our children? Welcome to “A Parent’s Guide to Educational Gaming: What eSports Can Teach Us,” where we delve into the intricate world of educational gaming. This comprehensive guide aims to demystify the benefits of eSports, showing how it can be more than just entertainment but a valuable educational tool. parent’s Guide to Educ

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Carly and Adam

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Looking for a fun, engaging STEM activity that incorporates literacy and creativity? The Gustavo the Shy Ghost Camouflage STEM Challenge is a perfect way to inspire your students while reinforcing key concepts in science, engineering, and design. Based on the story Gustavo the Shy Ghost by Flavia Z. Drago, this challenge brings to life the themes of courage, individuality, and problem-solving in a hands-on learning experience.

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STEM Minds

OCTOBER 1, 2024

In today’s rapidly evolving world, fostering critical thinking skills in kids is paramount to their success in the future. STEM activities—Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics—provide a solid foundation for developing these crucial abilities. Engaging children in STEM-related tasks allows them to explore complex concepts through hands-on learning and problem-solving, effectively enhancing their analytical skills and ability to think critically.

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Starfish Education

OCTOBER 1, 2024

STEM labs provide a unique space that empowers students. But, all stem labs require rules and expectations to keep kids productive and safe.

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Mathematics, a subject steeped in abstract concepts, often poses challenges to students, especially those in grades 5-10. But imagine a bridge that transformed this intricate maze into an interactive adventure.

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Online Math for All

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Digital SAT Math Problems and Solutions (Part - 47)

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Basic-Mathematics

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Use this easy to use greatest common factor calculator to find the highest factor two numbers have in common.

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