Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 3, 2024

Here are the most-read posts for the past month: 35 Resources for Read Across America Day Starlink–What is it? Why use it? Create Simple Shapes in Excel 13 Tips to Solve Unusual Problems 4 Reasons to use Word Problems and 9 Online Resources How to Automate an MLA Heading Celebrate Pi Day and Maths Day What’s a Backchannel and Is it Right For Your Class?

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ED Surge

APRIL 3, 2024

Frankenmuth School District has about 1,400 students, nearly 91 percent of whom are white. Its poverty rate is about 5 percent. In contrast, to its west, Saginaw City School District is home to nearly 5,200 students, 81 percent of them students of color. Its poverty rate is 50 percent. This large economic and racial divide between two adjacent districts in Michigan shows that school segregation persists in the 21st century.

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All About STEM

APRIL 3, 2024

“The Kid’s Trial is an online project created with kids for kids to learn about how we do health research.” – University of Galway. Teachers, Parents and Carers: If your children or learners are aged 7 to 12, their brilliant minds can help shape and run a super important science mission called a randomised trial!

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ED Surge

APRIL 3, 2024

Is your classroom technology falling short of its promise of changing the classroom dynamic? It's a question that often lingers in the background as district leaders navigate the vast array of options available. From projectors to interactive whiteboards, Chromebooks to iPads, the choices seem endless, and personal preferences can be tightly held. In a setting where budgets are tight, the pressure to make the right decision weighs heavily.

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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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Accelerate Learning

APRIL 3, 2024

Math manipulatives are a great way to make math more accessible for your students, especially if you know they may struggle with a new concept. While the more complex tools are useful with older students, you can introduce simple math manipulatives with your youngest learners, too.

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STEM Everyday Podcast

APRIL 3, 2024

Josh Korb strives to revolutionize the world of education. Beginning his career as a math teacher, Josh’s innate drive to innovate led him to become a Director of Technology and Innovation. This role allowed him to merge his love for teaching with his profound experience in instructional technology, in hopes of transforming the educational landscape.

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Robot Lab

APRIL 3, 2024

The Global Robotics Integrator Earned ‘Best Partnership' for Expanding EdTech Access Across American Samoa American Samoa Department of Education Head of Technology Integration Office Dr. Solomona Tuisamatatele (left) and RobotLAB Director of Customer Success Paul Knaack (right) DALLAS (April 2, 2024) – RobotLAB , an award-winning robotics integrator that delivers impactful technological innovations and solutions for educators and business owners across the globe, has earned ‘Best Partnership’ i

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STEM Minds

APRIL 3, 2024

Image credits: [link] Garden-grown vegetables are among the healthiest foods you can eat, but the benefits of gardening extend beyond the foods that are grown and consumed. All passionate home gardeners know that getting your hands in the soil improves your state of mind and deepens a personal connection to the earth. While there is a clear relationship between doing something that you are passionate about and your level of happiness, there are several other aspects of mental health benefits to

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Online Math for All

APRIL 3, 2024

A Problem Solving Plan in Mathematics

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Problem Solving Mathematics 52

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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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ED Surge

APRIL 3, 2024

Do you recall Mr. Lorensax from “ Ferris Bueller's Day Off ”? Anyone? Bueller? With his monotone voice and lack of enthusiasm, he could convince anyone that history is incredibly boring. Unfortunately, this portrayal isn't unique and reflects a broader issue with how social studies is perceived. As a high school history teacher, whenever I meet new adults and we talk about our professions, I often find myself being met with a familiar reaction: "I disliked the subject in school, but now I find i

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Online Math for All

APRIL 3, 2024

Honors Algebra 2 Solving Exponential Equations with Logarithms

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