Educators Technology
FEBRUARY 3, 2017
February 3, 2017 Over the last few days we spent sometime going through the piles of tools saved in our archive and managed to select the ones that fit perfectly for STEAM (Science, Technology,read more.
Ask a Tech Teacher
FEBRUARY 28, 2017
No one disagrees with the importance of the visual in communicating. The problem usually is creating it. Most teachers aren’t adept at matching colors, picking fonts and font sizes, and then laying everything out artistically. It’s much easier to use text with a few pictures tossed in and leave the artistry for the art teacher. When Microsoft Publisher came out over twenty-five years ago, it was the first major desktop publishing effort to blend layout, colors, and multimedia that wa
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The Innovative Educator
FEBRUARY 15, 2017
With the confirmation of Betsy Devos, people are trying to understand why there is such an outcry against choice. Isn’t competition a good thing? Reporter John Stossel said in a discussion on my Facebook page, “If the parents get to choose, and the money follows the kids, good schools will grow and bad ones will get better.” But that can’t happen and the game isn’t fair.
User Generated Education
FEBRUARY 5, 2017
In line with the theme of this blog, student-centric and user generated educational techniques. I’ve used them successfully in my teaching training classes but never with elementary learners. Socratic seminars have been around, obviously, since the days of Socratics. I believe they are an underutilized but powerful instructional strategy. In the Socratic method of education, teachers engage students by asking questions that require generative answers.
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.
Science Teaching Junkie
FEBRUARY 22, 2017
I recently found out about a new FREE app that I think all middle school teachers and chemistry teachers would love- the Elements 4D app by Daqri. In addition to the free app, the site also provides free lesson plans for teachers of elementary students, middle school students, and high school students. It is an augmented reality app in which students discover the properties of various elements (available via interactive blocks that are printed and assembled into cubes by the teacher prior to the
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Educators Technology
FEBRUARY 6, 2017
February 7, 2017 Below is a chart we have been working on during the last few weeks. It features a number of key websites and online resources arranged into different categories. We did not.read more.
Ask a Tech Teacher
FEBRUARY 24, 2017
Here’s a comprehensive infographic put together by KidzType. It covers lots of basics from touch typing rules to which-finger-which-key to one that is often forgotten when teaching keyboarding skills: pacing. More keyboarding tips: My Students Think Hunt-and-Peck is Good Enough. What do I do? A Conversation about Keyboarding, Methods, Pedagogy, and More.
The Innovative Educator
FEBRUARY 19, 2017
Note: Twitter won't let you Tweet my blog url. Please use this shortened url instead: [link] Common Sense Education has released a 1-minute video featuring four websites to separate fact from fiction. When the next viral story, makes it to class, take break to discuss media literacy and help your students determine how these sites can be of value. 1) Opensecrets.org This site is all about following the money.
User Generated Education
FEBRUARY 26, 2017
As a preface to this post, my belief is that deep learning does not occur through sit and get. Deep learning occurs through experiential, authentic, interactive, collaborative instructional processes. If deep learning is desired for teacher professional development, then it should reflect best practices for teaching and learning. Professional learning must focus on creating safe and productive spaces for teachers to begin planning and experimenting with the concepts that have been shared.
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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.
CTE Learning
FEBRUARY 19, 2017
Wow… I am geeking out so bad right now… takes me back to my university days. Feeling a bit nostalgic right now… have fun – Steve … Wow The post STEAM Careers – SpaceX – Historic Launch from 39A at Cape Canaveral appeared first on CTeLearning.
STEMx
FEBRUARY 5, 2017
This is a cross-post of a piece. originally published. by the Ohio STEM Learning Network. Ohio’s opioid-abuse crisis has affected countless individuals and families, and long-term solutions have seemed elusive. In response, the state’s. Department of Education. and the Ohio STEM Learning Network (OSLN) called on schools to tackle the problem. Officials suggested a design challenge — a long-term project in which students research and propose resolutions to a real-world problem.
Educators Technology
FEBRUARY 12, 2017
February 12, 2017 A few days ago we featured a collection of some of the best web tools teachers can use to create non-traditional quizzes and today we are sharing another collection but this time.read more.
Ask a Tech Teacher
FEBRUARY 1, 2017
Seven million students took the SAT test last year. While it traditionally is an assessment tool for college-bound seniors, more and more high schools are choosing it as an exit exam for graduating seniors (such as these changes in Ohio and the State of Washington ). Driven in part by the educational imperative to minimize student testing, what better solution than a test already heavily vetted as being inclusive and cross-cultural that many students are familiar with.
The Innovative Educator
FEBRUARY 8, 2017
More and more entities are helping people show what they know with micro-credentials and digital badging. Micro-credentials and certifications teach specific job skills and provide evidence indicating if these skills have been attained via a certificate or badge. The International Society for Technology Education (ISTE) recommends using a badging system built on Mozilla’s Open Badge Infrastructure.
STEM Teacher Inspiration
FEBRUARY 1, 2017
This is an introduction to the types of law and the rules of evidence that need to be considered for forensic investigators. It gives good perspective to students about the role of forensic investigators and technicians within the criminal justice community. Finally, it describes the criminal justice system in the United States in terms of Civil vs.
CTE Learning
FEBRUARY 11, 2017
California’s next generation of App Entrepreneurs and Developers are getting their start at Charter Oak High School Covina CA. As part of the launch for this course, instructor Lance Gerodias invited two of the developers of the course to have a webinar with his students to talk about the App industry and how to avoid some of the pitfalls that are easy for a first-time developer to fall in to.
STEMx
FEBRUARY 24, 2017
March 15, 2017: 4-5 pm EST. Register. STEM schools can be engines of academic achievement and innovation. But how do you build them well? And build them to last. In our next webinar, we’ll be joined by Dorothy Earle, Wes Hall, and Denise Devora. Each represent a state who’s published tools for building great STEM schools. All three tools have been certified by STEMx and were recently featured in our. revamp of the STEMx website.
Educators Technology
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
February 23, 2017 Exit tickets or cards are informal assessment tools teachers can use to assess students understanding at the end of a class. They can also be used for formative assessment purposes.read more.
Ask a Tech Teacher
FEBRUARY 17, 2017
Netherlands-based Digipuzzle is an online educational resource that offers hundreds of G-rated learning games for younger audiences, many in both Spanish and English. Topics include math, animals, typing, geography, spelling, letter recognition, holidays, seasons, dinosaurs, USA, other games, and more. Many of these are divided into subcategories — for example: Math includes games and counting, fractions, addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
The Innovative Educator
FEBRUARY 26, 2017
Watch out standardized testing. ePortfolios are making a comeback. Finally! Want to join the fun where students get to show what they know with authentic work highlighting their best pieces at certain points in time? Great! This roundup will help you get started. 1) Choose a platform First you need to check out what resources are available for ePortfolios.
Technology Tidbits
FEBRUARY 1, 2017
GoClass is a wonderful site/app for flipping a classroom. This is a fantastic solution for educators to be able to manage their classes/students and create dynamic lessons that can be shared on mobile devices. Students can login to a session on their mobile device and then follow the lesson following the "show-explain-ask" method. Teachers can then get instant real-time feedback on student engagement and learning as well as attendance.
CTE Learning
FEBRUARY 3, 2017
Haven High School offers a number of CTeLearning STEAM/STEM career courses. Jessica Wilson the Business and Computer teacher delivers the Coding and 3D Video Game Design, Web Design for Marketing, and Web and Mobile Application Design courses. These courses offer optional Industry Certifications and Haven High leads Kansas with the most students to have received industry credentials in both Web Design and Mobile Application Design.
STEMx
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
by Michael Feder, Director of STEMx. Today, we’re rolling out a major upgrade to the STEMx website, which includes a cleaner look and the launch of the STEMx endorsed resources. It’s my great pleasure to recognize the work of STEMx members who have created the tools that received the STEMx “seal of approval.”. Today, we get to open the books to you with our first 17 committee-approved tools.
Educators Technology
FEBRUARY 21, 2017
February , 2017 Here is a collection of some good iPad apps for teaching kids and students sign language and American Sign Language (ASL). The collection which we have curated from iTunes App Store.read more.
Ask a Tech Teacher
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
The engine of learning is not always fueled by reading. In fact, knowledge is often acquired via audio, video, role-playing, and other approaches that address the varied learning styles of today’s students. One communication method that has seriously grown up from even a generation ago is video. Where movies used to be considered babysitting — the activity of last resort for tired or unprepared teachers — that’s no longer true.
The Innovative Educator
FEBRUARY 22, 2017
Innovative educators have the opportunity to promote, participate in, and model intelligent discourse in face-to-face and digital interactions. This means knowing the importance of making meaning of what we read and hear by gaging credibility, verifying sources, and looking at evidence and facts. It means we know that getting angry and calling others “stupid,” “ignorant,” or stereotyping them is not responsible.
Technology Tidbits
FEBRUARY 1, 2017
30hands Storyteller for Chromebook, Mac or PC free 30 day trial here ! For more info on 30hands Storyteller Web click here !!! 30hands Learning is the excellent company for creating an innovative LMS (Learning Management System) as well as the popular mobile iOS apps that are ideal for digital storytelling ( 30hands Starter (free), 30hands Pro (paid)).
CTE Learning
FEBRUARY 20, 2017
Big thanks to George for sharing this one with our team. Libby thought we needed to share it. STEAM in action – how very very cool. Have fun – Steve Sorry for any ads attached to this vid. The post Puppy Rescued with the help of High School Students, Miners and Fire Department – Must Watch appeared first on CTeLearning.
STEMx
FEBRUARY 12, 2017
When STEMx was launched, we chose three words to sum up the goals of the organization: Educate. Engage. Exchange. As STEM learning professionals, we do the first every day. At STEMxchange 2016, we exchanged ideas from across the country. But how do we engage with the broader community? And how do we engage effectively? In Dallas, Anthony Shop of Social Driver spoke on the engaging use of social media to drive each partner organization’s visibility and online presence.
Educators Technology
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
February 9, 2017 With the pervasive use of technology inside our classrooms, pedagogical concerns related to the effectiveness of technology in transforming education and creating optimal learning.read more.
Ask a Tech Teacher
FEBRUARY 10, 2017
Here are some fun Valentine sites to fill those few minutes betwixt and between lessons, projects, bathroom breaks, lunch, and everything else: Dress up the heart. ‘I love you’ in languages Afrikaans to Zulu. Line up the hearts. Valentine games and puzzles. Valentine Day games and stories. Valentine Day poem generator. Valentine drag-and-drop. Valentine match.
The Innovative Educator
FEBRUARY 2, 2017
Did you know that February 13th marks the launch of #RespectforAllWeek ? What will you do to support your students and families? Haven't figured it out? Don't worry. Join us for our 10th monthly Twitter chat at 6:00 pm EST on February 2nd. #NYCSchoolTech teacher Eileen Lennon moderates with me throwing in my two cents. During the chat we will have special guest Chaks Appalabattula CEO at @BloomzApp which helps teachers save time in communication with parents.
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