Launching Computational Thinking Routines for K-5 ELA
Digital Promise
AUGUST 29, 2024
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Will AI Make Standardized Tests Obsolete?
Edsurge
AUGUST 29, 2024
The SAT is to standardized testing what the floppy disk is to data storage. Providers of some of the most popular standardized tests are rethinking their offerings as new AI tools are challenging traditional techniques for finding out what students know — and allowing new ways to give and score tests. For instance, ETS, one of the oldest and largest players in standardized testing, is moving away from traditional college entrance exams like the SAT to focus on new approaches to measure the skill
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Leveraging SWOT to Navigate the Winds of Change
A Principal's Reflections
AUGUST 25, 2024
Understanding our current position is like having a detailed map before embarking on a journey. Charting a course toward our desired destination can be difficult without knowing where we stand. This awareness allows us to identify our strengths, recognize the gaps, and make informed decisions about the steps we need to take. In both personal growth and organizational development, clarity about our starting point empowers us to set realistic goals, measure progress, and ultimately reach where we
TEACHER VOICE: Big mistake — Schools are swapping out Shakespeare, Chaucer and Dickens for Kendrick Lamar and Taylor Swift
The Hechinger Report
AUGUST 25, 2024
The other day, one of my students told me that she’d been assigned the lyrics of Kendrick Lamar for her high school English class. It was the first time I had encountered a high school English assignment involving an author with whom I was wholly unfamiliar. But can we even call rapper and songwriter Kendrick Lamar an author, his lyrics literature? Call me a snob, but I would argue that we cannot and should not, especially at a level so introductory to the English literary canon as high school.
Make Tuition Agreements Work Smarter—for Your School and Families
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A well-crafted tuition agreement is more than paperwork—it’s a powerful tool for protecting your school and building family confidence. This guide helps private and independent K–12 schools reduce legal risk, improve collections, and foster long-term trust with families. Learn best practices for drafting enforceable agreements, communicating clear expectations, and navigating challenges like payment disputes, custody conflicts, and continuous enrollment.
Smore: The Ultimate Tool for Educators’ Newsletters and Communication
TeacherCast
AUGUST 28, 2024
Enhance school communication with Smore. Streamline messages, create dynamic digital lessons, and improve information sharing. The post Smore: The Ultimate Tool for Educators’ Newsletters and Communication appeared first on TeacherCast Educational Network.
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Tips for Teachers to Balance Work and Life During the Busy Parent-Teacher Conference Season
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AUGUST 26, 2024
Tips for Teachers to Balance Work and Life During the Busy Parent-Teacher Conference Season The parent-teacher conference season often demands your full attention since you will have to create and update records as well as give specific feedback to every parent about their child. The workload during this season is often bulky, and one may not have adequate time to focus on personal commitments.
Large Venue Display Solutions: Direct View LED vs. Projectors
ViewSonic Education
AUGUST 25, 2024
Direct view LED displays and projectors are great solutions for large venues. With so many options and features out there, however, it can be difficult to know which is best for you. With factors like price, picture quality, and maintenance, this short guide is here to help you decide. Read on to learn how projectors and direct view LEDs can solve your large venue problems and be a positive investment for your venue no matter what you choose.
New eBook Supports the Role of Micro-credentials in Lifelong Learning and Development
Digital Promise
AUGUST 29, 2024
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How to Find Your Fellow K–12 Ed Tech Enthusiasts
EdTech Magazine
AUGUST 29, 2024
While silos might be an IT phenomenon, they can be exceptionally problematic in K–12, where IT must work with educators to integrate technology into the classroom. And when educators and IT professionals specialize, they may talk only to people in their departments or local communities and end up falling behind due to skills atrophy.
The Case for Game Design as an Innovative STEAM Teaching Tool
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22 Back To School Websites
Ask a Tech Teacher
AUGUST 29, 2024
Here are a few of the popular resources teachers are using to BTS resources from Microsoft BTS resources from Teachers Pay Teachers Back to School Survival Kits BTS Toolkit from Education.com Make a class photo in Pixton EDU –image credit Deposit Photos ([link] We write about back to school often on Ask a Tech Teacher. Here are some of the past articles I think you’ll like: 3 Apps to Help Brainstorm Next Year’s Lessons 5 FREE Web Tools for a New School Year 5 Tech Ed Tools to Use thi
Navigating EdTech: How to Adapt Technology to Your Teaching Style
ViewSonic Education
AUGUST 25, 2024
What are your strengths as a teacher? Your students and colleagues could probably name a few, but sometimes, naming our own strengths and embracing our teaching style can be a struggle. Because after all, when you understand your unique teaching style, you can choose how to best integrate technology into your classroom. As a classroom teacher, I tried my best to be adaptable and make sure students had access to resources that provided a deeper learning experience.
Despite the Challenges, This Is Why I Wear a Hijab as a Muslim Teacher
Edsurge
AUGUST 28, 2024
In January 2018, I signed up to work as a substitute teacher at a public school in Columbus, Ohio. When I showed up, I wore what I thought was professional attire for a school teacher, including a long-sleeved shirt and dress pants. I also wore my hijab, which is a symbol of my faith and tradition in the Muslim community. When I arrived, the principal saw me and immediately frowned once she saw my appearance and the hijab on my head.
Getting to the Bottom of Shadow IT in K–12 Schools
EdTech Magazine
AUGUST 27, 2024
Shadow IT is not inherently bad; it’s actually an opportunity for teachers, administrators and staff to be more efficient and better serve students. And the main objections to shadow IT — such as fragmented data silos, lack of support, opaque budgets and inconsistent data management — don’t apply to every shadow IT project. What’s the Big Problem with Shadow IT?
Enhancing Higher Education with Generative AI: A Responsible Guide
Generative AI holds tremendous promise for all stakeholders in higher education. But guardrails are needed. Strong governance that empower instructors are at the core of a responsible approach to using generative AI in academia.
How College Admission Consulting Services Improve Your Chances Of Acceptance
Ask a Tech Teacher
AUGUST 27, 2024
How College Admission Consulting Services Improve Your Chances Of Acceptance Navigating the complex college admissions process can be challenging for students and their families, especially for first-timers. With increasing competition, particularly for spots at prestigious institutions, the stakes are higher than ever. For this reason, college admissions consulting services have emerged as essential resources, providing expert guidance to help students maximize their chances of acceptance.
What Is Monitor Resolution? Resolutions and Aspect Ratios Explained
ViewSonic Education
AUGUST 28, 2024
Finding the perfect monitor can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re not familiar with technical specs. If you’ve ever shopped for a computer screen or TV, you’ve probably come across these terms. What exactly is monitor resolution, and why does it matter? Surprisingly, it’s simpler than you think. At its core, resolution determines how sharp and clear your screen looks—the higher the resolution, the crisper the display.
A New Approach to Classroom Observations in Higher Education Courses
Digital Promise
AUGUST 30, 2024
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As Federal Dollars Vanish, Districts Weigh Which Edtech Tools to Drop
Edsurge
AUGUST 28, 2024
For Evangelina Mendoza, a chief information technology officer for San Antonio Independent School District in Texas, the impending end of federal pandemic relief money is forcing tough choices. Part of that is ruthlessly reevaluating the edtech purchases that San Antonio Independent — a large urban district that serves almost 45,000 students — made during the pandemic.
Enhancing School Device Management for Improved Learning
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Schools face increasing challenges as technology becomes integral to education. Efficient device management is essential for maximizing technology use and safeguarding investments. Our article discusses the importance of tracking devices, outlines current challenges, and suggests modern solutions that go beyond traditional methods like Excel. Learn how advanced tracking systems can streamline operations, improve maintenance, and offer real-time updates for better resource allocation.
Tech Ed Resources–Mentoring and Coaching
Ask a Tech Teacher
AUGUST 30, 2024
I get a lot of questions from readers about what tech ed resources I use in my classroom so I’ll take a few days this summer to review them with you. Some are edited and/or written by members of the Ask a Tech Teacher crew. Others, by tech teachers who work with the same publisher I do. All of them, I’ve found well-suited to the task of scaling and differentiating tech skills for age groups, scaffolding learning year-to-year, taking into account the perspectives and norms of all stakeholders, wi
TEACHER VOICE: I don’t mind being known as “the math guy,’’ but everyone can and should be able to do the math
The Hechinger Report
AUGUST 26, 2024
It’s guys night out, and dinner is coming to an end. We’ve given our credit cards to the server, who returns and drops the stack of bills in the center of the table. As per usual, one of my oldest friends scoops them up and thrusts them to my side of the table. “Lance can calculate the tips, he’s a math guy.” The line elicits a huge laugh, as if my title as the group’s “math guy” is a comical one.
LERs and Micro-credentials: The Key to Lifelong Learning & Skills-Based Hiring
Digital Promise
AUGUST 26, 2024
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How to Transform Lessons Into Adventures
Edsurge
AUGUST 28, 2024
Imagine a classroom with students deeply engaged in their lessons, eagerly solving math problems and exploring English skills through fun digital games. Their excitement is evident as they face challenges and earn rewards, turning traditional learning into an adventure. Game-based learning not only motivates students through elements like challenges, rewards and narratives but also fosters critical skills such as problem-solving, strategic thinking and collaboration.
Meeting the Evolving Financial Needs of K-12 Private Schools
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Private and independent schools rely on tuition to provide excellent learning experiences for all students, so it’s important to have a tuition and billing management solution that fits the unique needs of your school and families. Learn how the right technology provides the following benefits: Automated invoicing and PCI-compliant payment processing Integrations into financial aid solutions and student information systems Reporting and analytics to provide up-to-date financial insights Read thi
Subscriber Special: Back to School Survival Kits
Ask a Tech Teacher
AUGUST 28, 2024
Every month, subscribers to our newsletter get a free/discounted resource to help their tech teaching. September 1-8, 2024, we’re offering a 20% discount on any Survival Kit. Pick one from this link: [link] Use this code: 3XAR9WZU Click through for additional hidden discounts! Questions? Email us at askatechteacher@gmail.com Copyright ©2024 askatechteacher.com – All rights reserved.
A New Book Argues Grades Are Failing Students. Here’s Why
techlearning
AUGUST 27, 2024
Joshua R. Eyler gives the U.S. grading system an “F” in his new book, "Failing Our Future: How Grades Harm Students, And What We Can Do About It.
43 back-to-school predictions for the 2024-2025 year
eSchool News
AUGUST 27, 2024
Key points: What priorities will be a focal point in the new school year? How 5 educators use digital tools in the classroom Stop using AI to replicate outdated teaching–get creative, instead For more news on edtech priorities, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Back-to-school season comes with highs and lows, and along with those mixed emotions come trends and predictions around edtech tools, digital learning resources, and important curricular objectives.
In 2024, Head Start programs are still funded by a formula set in the 1970s
The Hechinger Report
AUGUST 28, 2024
When Head Start was established in 1965, it was meant to boost outcomes for children from low-income families by offering high-quality early learning and wraparound services, like dentalcare and mental health support. Fifty-nine years later, funding has increased for the program—from about$96 million in the 1960s (about $959 million in today’s dollars) to nearly $12 billion in fiscal year 2023.
Quickly Create Personalized Learning Experiences that Work
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Getting Started With Word Walls
TeachThought - Learn better.
AUGUST 27, 2024
contributed by Samantha Saumell , I Have, Not I Am All teachers want to help students become successful readers and writers. Whether students like reading or writing, they are readers and writers, whether they know it or not. Students sometimes think that they only ‘write’ in school. But the truth is they write every time they text a friend, write a list, write a card, or even message a friend on a video game.
The 4 Best New Features For Google Classroom
techlearning
AUGUST 26, 2024
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Reimagining attendance: A curriculum approach for K-12 students and parents
eSchool News
AUGUST 29, 2024
Key points: Focusing on attendance teaches students that being present matters 3 tips to combat chronic absenteeism in high schools How bullying contributes to K-12 student absenteeism For more news on school attendance, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub In the landscape of K-12 education, attendance has long been viewed as a logistical issue–a checkbox to be marked, a statistic to be tracked.
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