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Effective Technology Professional Learning: Leading and Collaborating to Assure Success

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Moore says that before any rollout of sustainable and effective professional learning, there are four factors that school leaders must consider. Gaddis explained how Wake County focused their professional learning by first identifying three groups: teachers, leadership, and school library media coordinators.

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The Key Role of Tech in Accessibility for All

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Every two or three years, state and federal laws regarding accessibility in education change. However, the goal is always the same: making sure that every student, at every level (classroom, building, district), has access to the resources they need to meet their learning goals. Highlights. Join the Community.

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Leveraging eBooks and Audiobooks to Elevate Reading Experiences

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Leveraging the use of eBooks and audiobooks to expand access to reading materials as well as improve literacy skills for students was the focus of the edLeader Panel “ Keys to Elevating Readers with eBooks and Audiobooks.” This positive screen time activity leads to engaged learning and a love of learning.

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How to Maintain Motivation in the Classroom

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Learn more about this edWeb broadcast, “ ‘March Tired’ Already: Maintaining Mental Motivation with Paralympic Medalist Deja Young ,” h osted by Classroom Champions and sponsored by ClassLink. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources. Join the Community.

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Five Steps to Ensure Accessibility for All

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While the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) was last reauthorized in 2004, with amendments in 2015, and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) were updated back in 2008, the demand for accessibility and equality in education continues to grow. Step 4: Conduct regular accessibility audits.

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Using Single Sign-On to Streamline Edtech Access

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During the edWebinar “ Simplify Digital Access in K-12: Learn How District Leaders Eliminate Barriers ,” the presenters discussed the importance of adopting a single sign-on program to manage digital access, the questions to ask when choosing a vendor, and tips for rolling out the new system. which compromises security.

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5 Chrome Extensions that Make Google Classroom Even More Awesome!

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You cannot install Chrome extensions on your phone or tablet. AND it saves to Google Drive for easy access. If you don’t want to start from scratch, check out their lesson plan library. Once you have chosen your content, decide what you want to add from the Insert Learning toolbar options. Mote (FREE). Download Mote here.

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