ED Surge

MARCH 9, 2023

Recently, I met with two education leaders to discuss how to improve teacher and student engagement through creativity. Building in more creativity comes down to student agency—teaching students to find their voice. Ultimately, we want our students to be successful beyond the classroom walls.

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Cool Cat Teacher

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

00:19 – 01:26 – Interview with Dr. Jennie Nash from Lego Education Play-Based Learning in Schools Dr. Jennie Nash discusses the importance of hands-on learning and how playful education can transform student outcomes. She stresses the importance of active learning to combat these issues.

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Cool Cat Teacher

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter AI wont kill education. The challenge isnt AI itselfits whether students can still think for themselves when the answers are always one click away. Kids know the difference, and so do we educators. AI isn't the hero or villain of education.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Gamification of Education This video is from a series I taught for school districts. It is now available for free, here on Ask a Tech Teacher: –summarize with NoteGPT Summary Jacqui Murray discusses the integration of technology in K-8 education, focusing on gamification to enhance learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 25, 2023

Modern educational tools make it possible to add a practical edge to math lessons, as students can observe math structures at play in the real world and see how people apply these formulas to solve common challenges. Department of Education reports show that technology can potentially transform education.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 13, 2025

Virtual high schools have become increasingly popular as technology has advanced and educational needs have evolved. In the United States alone, millions of students are now taking at least one online course. Parental Involvement : Increased parental involvement is often necessary to help students stay motivated and on track.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 2, 2025

Generative AI is all anyone in education talks about anymore so the Ask a Tech Teacher team wanted to provide a collection of tips for using AI as a tutor. How to Leverage AI Tutors for Effective Learning: Tips for Parents, Educators, and Students AI tutors transform learning. Smart learning assistants are powerful allies.

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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

JUNE 8, 2022

What those campuses don’t have is the student-lifecycle infrastructure for that kind of education, to support that kind of flexibility,” says Marni Baker Stein, provost and chief academic officer at Western Governors University, an online institution that offers self-paced courses.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 17, 2025

Overall, Murray advocates for a process-oriented approach to writing, focusing on student engagement and skill development rather than the final product. Highlights Dynamic Writing Experience : Quick writes offer an engaging alternative to traditional writing assignments, allowing students to express themselves freely.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

These made using AI easy enough for anyone and a viable tool for educators and students. Let’s see what the Ask a Tech Teacher team says: Pros And Cons of AI in Education Artificial intelligence (AI) is making major inroads into education. This promotes better student engagement and accelerated learning.

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ED Surge

MARCH 19, 2025

Technology in todays classrooms is advancing rapidly, reshaping the way students learn and teachers teach, especially with advancements in AI. Educators play a vital role in shaping meaningful and impactful learning opportunities for students through emerging technologies like AI.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Vocabulary Development: “Speak like a Geek” allows students to teach and learn domain-specific terms. Collaboration: Students can work in groups while ensuring individual accountability. Efficient Research Skills: Students learn to conduct quick research, enhancing their ability to gather relevant information efficiently.

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Cool Cat Teacher

MARCH 17, 2025

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In the world of music education, building a thriving music program is both an art and a science. Music teachers play a crucial role in shaping the future of their students, and expert Adrian Gordon offers invaluable insights into this rewarding journey.

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Cool Cat Teacher

JANUARY 8, 2025

39:26] The AI Revolution in Education: Explore ethical AI usage, tools for equity, and actionable strategies for teaching AI literacy. [42:11] 39:26] The AI Revolution in Education: Explore ethical AI usage, tools for equity, and actionable strategies for teaching AI literacy. [42:11] One show, many perspectives, lots of learning!

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 11, 2025

In these 169 tech-centric situations, you get an overview of pedagogythe tech topics most important to your teachingas well as practical strategies to address most classroom tech situations, how to scaffold these to learning, and where they provide the subtext to daily tech-infused education. Dont teach them!

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 3, 2024

There are a lot to digital tools people swear are essential to educators. 14 Essential Digital Tools for Educators to Streamline Daily Activities In 2024’s fast-paced educational environment, teachers and all those in the academe face the daily challenge of managing their school or course’s efficiency. I use about half of them.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

New students, new parents, new rules at school–but there’s one more piece that shakes up my education ecosystem: new webtools. I recently previewed one I think you’ll like called Education Galaxy. We are very happy that we found Education Galaxy!” What makes Education Galaxy so Special?

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

This also reflects a broader issue that sends a damaging message to students about what’s truly important in their education. When we devalue the subject areas on the margins of our state-mandated curriculum, we fail to recognize the full range of skills students need for a well-rounded education.

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Last year, when Micah Hill was a sophomore in high school, her guidance counselor gave her an application for Mississippi’s student representative program, which allows students to serve on the Mississippi State Board of Education. Hill applied and after two interviews, she was selected as the state’s newest student rep.

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ED Surge

JULY 10, 2024

My colleagues feverishly jotted down notes as one of my students, Ethan, moved through his presentation on how educators can more intentionally use AI in their classes. The population of students I serve as a teacher in our Academy for Teaching and Learning are interested in pursuing a career in education.

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Cool Cat Teacher

APRIL 2, 2025

Marc Isseks – Bio as Submitted Dr. Marc Isseks is a third-generation educator with 30 years of experience. Marc is passionate about sharing strategies to increase student engagement and ensuring that schools cultivate the nurturing and invigorating learning environment every student deserves.

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In a world where technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace, education stands on the cusp of transformation. Imagine classrooms where teachers are empowered by cutting-edge technology and where students don't just learn from textbooks but co-create their educational journey. It's one thing to say: Go learn about AI.

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

As I learned more about the attributes of the youngest generation, I began to think about the implications for educators. How are educators creating conditions to prepare them to mold this new world they were born into? One way to create relevance and engagement for our students is to lean into what they value.

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Box Light

JUNE 13, 2024

Student engagement remains a critical aspect of effective education, especially post-COVID-19 where many students struggle with reaching grade-level goals and expectations. Teachers are finding that fostering and maintaining student engagement is a formidable challenge.

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ED Surge

JUNE 1, 2022

The educators were state winners of the Teacher of the Year program , hosted annually by the Council of Chief State School Officers. Department of Education and celebrated at a gala in their honor. But a college education course changed her perspective. gathered on the National Mall at the end of April. Photo by Rebecca Koenig.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 19, 2022

That just decreases the chances of them engaging in the next class,” he says. Salazar is part of a growing movement of educators rethinking homework in light of the pandemic. Studies show that the pandemic caused a drop in test scores in reading and math, with the students who were already struggling showing the largest declines.

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The Traditional Approach Problem-based learning has a rich history in American education, with John Dewey laying the theoretical groundwork in 1916 and McMaster University pioneering the PBL program for medical education in 1969. Deforestation in Borneo presents fractions in the context of an environmental problem.

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ED Surge

MAY 17, 2022

Well, as you might expect, she’s a talented and dedicated educator. Propping up her vigorous routine are the poles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and the perfect blend of education technology, ensuring that everything keeps spinning along at the right pace and momentum. Because we know, as educators, one size does not fit all.

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ED Surge

APRIL 18, 2023

Students are looking for something different from teachers and professors as they prepare to enter political and civic life, and that means educators need to change the way they support students when it comes to political engagement. We don't often see that in higher education. For the full interview, listen here.

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CoderZ

DECEMBER 12, 2024

As we wrap up Computer Science Education Week, we would like to send out a big Thank you! to all of the teachers bringing computing education to the next generation, with a special shout out to those who are jumping in with no prior experience in the subject. Join a community You dont have to do this alone. Youve got this!

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ED Surge

MARCH 10, 2025

The recently released National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) found that only 31 percent of 4th graders and 30 percent of 8th graders were reading at or above a proficient level. She said, Students were more comfortable with large print and would do their homework more often. Dr. Julie A.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 6, 2023

Now we’re ready to reveal the top higher education stories that EdSurge published in 2022, based on their popularity with you, our readers. As these headlines reflect, the last 12 months brought uncertainty, speculation and innovation to higher education. What Could Web3 Mean for Education? By Jeffrey R.

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ED Surge

JUNE 21, 2023

Many students perceive writing as formulaic, disconnected from their life experiences and lacking opportunities for personal agency and expression. This collaboration empowered students to take the lead, shifting the dynamics in the classroom and inspiring transformative outcomes. Why should students be involved in education R&D?

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ED Surge

MARCH 4, 2025

In recent years, Johnson, along with many other professors, has noticed that students struggle more than ever with the jump from high school to college. Recent National Assessment of Educational Progress reading scores dipped to the lowest theyve ever been, falling two points on average for fourth and eighth graders.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 10, 2024

“Education is made for students. There is no one who knows what students need more than us.” — Angelica Martinez, 2023 Graduate, Sunnyside Unified School District (AZ) Historically, research institutions, education entrepreneurs and technology developers have led the research and development (R&D) of education programs and tools.

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Cool Cat Teacher

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter I do get pretty angry as I go on forums about Artificial Intelligence in Education. It seems often that the attitude is one of “gotcha” in terms of “catching” students using AI to “give them the answers.”

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