Ask a Tech Teacher
JULY 2, 2019
Reading is defined as “ the action or skill of absorbing written or printed matter silently or aloud.” Sounds dry, maybe even boring, but the ability to read has been credited with exercising the mind, saving lives, bringing people together, and predicting success in school. It alleviates boredom in the bits of free time that pop up between soccer and dinner and it can be done alone or in a group.
The Innovative Educator
JUNE 30, 2019
As the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) conference ends and summer begins, Soundtrap provides us with a great learning series. It's called #BestofISTE. Each of the 20 episodes highlights the best of what is taking place at ISTE from the perspective of accomplished leaders at ISTE. Dr. Jennifer Williams records podcast with Dr.
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Magic EdTech
JULY 2, 2019
Flipped learning is a well-established approach to education that has been trending upward for more than a decade. In a flipped learning classroom, students learn basic content at home through videos of lectures and/or reading assignments. This then allows the teacher to have a more flexible classroom time dedicated to in-depth exploration of subject matter through discussions, experimentation and/ or hands-on learning.
Trina Deboree Teaching and Learning
JULY 4, 2019
Taking time to recharge is vital for teachers. It clears our minds, nourishes our soul, and prepares us for the year ahead. Today, I gathered answers from teachers on what they do over the summer. I hope you are reminded to take a breath. Links Mentioned in the Show: Episode 33: One Tired Teacher: How to Recharge in the Summer for Teachers Monday Makerspace FaceBook Live 12:00 pm EST on Trina Deboree Teaching and Learning Virtual Learning Party for Teacherpreneurs Free Podcasting for Teacherpren
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.
Ask a Tech Teacher
JULY 1, 2019
Every month, subscribers to our newsletter get a free/discounted resource to help their tech teaching. I still have a few spots for summer PD so I’m reprising this popular discount: July 5th-8th: Group Professional Development. Pick a topic: Tech infused Teacher/Classroom. Writing With Tech. Building Digital Citizens. 20 Webtools in 20 Days. Differentiation.
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STEMx
JULY 1, 2019
NASA’s next robotic explorer to the Red Planet has many things. The one thing it’s missing? A name! Currently, the rover’s called “Mars 2020” but that’s a placeholder. This fall, it’s time christen the new rover with its final name for the history books. Battelle and Future Engineers are working with NASA on the Mars 2020 “Name the Rover” contest. Students can’t submit names quite yet, the portal to sign up to become a judge is ready and waiting (.
Mrs. Harris Teaches
JUNE 30, 2019
Recap: Here is how to perform the science experiment that helped Camille Schrier win Miss Virginia 2019. So if you haven’t heard this story yet – Camille Schrier performed a science experiment as her talent for a pageant competition AND ultimately WON Miss Virginia 2019 ! I think it was a smart move considering it is a scholarship contest after all (and obviously others agree).
Ask a Tech Teacher
JULY 3, 2019
MTI 558: Teach Writing With Tech. Starts Monday, July 8, 2019! This is the last chance to sign up. Click this link ; scroll down to MTI 558 and click for more information and to sign up. Educators participate in this three-week hands-on quasi-writer’s workshop as they learn to use widely-available digital tools to help their students develop their inner writer.
Ask a Tech Teacher
JULY 5, 2019
Here are the most-read posts for the month of June: 4 Innovative Ways to Co-Author a Book. What’s Changed in Lesson Planning. What’s all the buzz about Messenger Kids? 7 Tech Tools for PE Teachers. Smartphones in the classroom. 11 Bits of Wisdom I Learned From a Computer. Digital Citizenship Curriculum. 10 Books You’ll Want to Read This Summer. Looking for Trusted Advisers?
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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.
Ask a Tech Teacher
JULY 4, 2019
It’s America’s birthday and I’m celebrating. My Army Sergeant son is in Japan–Okinawa. My Navy LT CDR daughter’s in the DC area. I thank both of them and all those soldiers who fought for America’s uncertain future so long ago. God be with all of us. I want to include all my efriends from Canada in the celebrations though I’m a few days late for Canada Day: July 1 is Canada Day.
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