EdTech Magazine

MAY 9, 2018

How to Implement Library Makerspaces in STEM Programs. For Laura Fleming, library media specialist at New Milford High School in New Jersey, a library makerspace is a unique learning environment that encourages tinkering, play and open-ended exploration for all. Understand the Needs of Students in a Library Makerspace Project.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Powerful manipulatives for phonics, math and more (Elementary and kindergarten teachers will love this). Library of pre-made lessons. Why classrooms teachers are using Lumio for lessons and review. Examples for all grade levels. I'll share how I use Lumio for exam review. Simple exit tickets.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 30, 2018

For example, I had to assess “over the shoulder” by looking at what students were doing. Now, using 3DBear , I’m able to offer students a classroom where they can create and share. However, the true power is the teacher classroom portal. Here’s one example of how 3D Bear can be used for a real world conversation.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 28, 2019

Ideas to help you spark creativity in your classroom From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Creativity is something that we have to nurture as teachers. Listen to Vicki Davis share techniques for nurturing creativity in the classroom Listen to the show on iTunes or Stitcher Stream by clicking here.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 29, 2022

This year’s 2nd most-read story focuses on creating an elementary esports program. Thus far, conversations around esports have centered on collegiate and secondary levels, however, a recent change in the winds has shifted the conversation to elementary esports. The benefits of esports are well documented.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

How K–12 Schools Can Create Flexible Seating in the Classroom. Ideas about teaching are changing, and classrooms are starting to change along with them. New K–12 pedagogies that focus on collaborative work and learner-centered education require schools to redesign their classrooms with the aim of encouraging these new curricula.

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Buncee

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Read on to see how Tyllie uses Buncee in collaboration with classroom educators. Below are six projects and activities that I have done with my students that could be easily incorporated into your classroom. Click here to see an example. Click here for an example. Click here for an example. Interest Surveys.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Additionally, when you add physical exercise to the mix, you’ve got an excellent brain break for your classroom which is much more than just a break. . WORD workouts connect common emotional words, physical movement, and reflection to help students have a brain break and an experience that matters in the classroom. Words Matter.

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Waterford

APRIL 6, 2021

Bringing music into your classroom can not only make lessons more engaging, it may also promote cognitive and social-emotional advantages for your students. Then, discover kid-friendly books and activities about music that are perfect for elementary classrooms. 40 Music Activities for the Kids in Your Classroom.

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Waterford

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Likewise, a literacy curriculum can help PreK and early elementary students develop the reading comprehension skills they need to better understand concepts they encounter, including early childhood math concepts. Read on to bring literacy strategies into math lessons in your classroom.

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Edsurge

APRIL 14, 2020

The largest library in the world contains more than 168 million items, with materials in some 470 languages, and is located in Washington, D.C. The Library of Congress, situated right behind the U.S. Then the library makes that source material available and easily accessible to all.

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Waterford

MARCH 5, 2024

Plus, find school and classroom resources for teaching both skills to early elementary learners. For example, when teaching a science lesson on weather, you could read a rhyming picture book about different types of clouds to build subject knowledge as well.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 15, 2022

In this blog post, I’ll share how Lumio is a great tool for classroom teachers everywhere, whether you’re reviewing for a tough exam like my Computer Science class or teaching a regular lesson. You can upload anything you already have in your classroom, every pdf, every electronic document, or the materials you’ve purchased and add to Lumio.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Well, now we can all use Book Creator in our classrooms using the Chrome web browser. As a teacher, you can get started with a library of 40 books as part of their free version – go to coolcatteacher.com/bookcreator to get started now. Now we can all use Book Creator in our classrooms, on any device, using the Chrome web browser.

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Waterford

MAY 12, 2020

School and classroom grants can fill in the gaps in school budgets, allowing educators to purchase resources they may otherwise be unable to access. Grants are typically awarded to schools to help them fulfill a certain goal, like improving their school library or implementing new curriculum. You can download our guide here.

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Hapara

MAY 12, 2022

There are many advantages to using digital textbooks in the K-12 classroom for schools and districts. Learners will read about and discuss rules, decision-making and how to socialize in the classroom. Aligned to NGSS and other state standards, it includes multimedia, interactive features and real-world examples.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 10, 2017

Paul Solarz @PaulSolarz has a student-centered classroom. In today’s show, Paul Solarz talks about how his students lead the classroom: Why Paul relaxes after spring break (it isn’t what you think). How a student-centered classroom flows. An example math lesson in Paul’s classroom. Blog: [link].

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Maybe it’s an early-elementary teacher facilitating small group math learning. Now ask yourself… how can every other teacher get a chance to see that teacher’s classroom? Try setting up a district-wide video library. Teaching video libraries tap districts’ existing expertise.

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Edthena

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

For example, use of academic language in the content area. Or classroom management. Or even teaching fractions in a late-elementary classroom. Has every relevant teacher in your district been able to observe this teacher to learn from her example? Classroom videos featuring your own teachers. Probably not.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 18, 2021

Games are the undisputed queens of classroom fun, but they can also be exceptional tools for learning. BrainPop, like PBS Kids, is a huge name when it comes to elementary school learning. That said, BrainPop still earns a spot on this list, because they do have a solid library of easy-to-recommend and high-quality educational games.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 8, 2023

For example, the College Board reports that in 2022, Harvard received applications from 61,220 students – the highest-ever number of applicants, but only accepted 1,214, the elite university’s lowest acceptance rate. 91% of parents and guardians say that they trust public librarians and 86% find school librarians trustworthy.

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Waterford

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Classrooms in the United States are more diverse—culturally and linguistically—than ever before.[15] Culturally responsive teaching encompasses little steps like adding diverse books in your classroom library , as well as larger ones like adjusting your curriculum to include voices from marginalized communities.

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eSchool News

APRIL 15, 2024

How can I find success in the classroom? Department of Education looked at video-based coaching in about 100 elementary schools. Video has provided our leadership an opportunity to calibrate their coaching methods and evaluations by, for example, sharing a video and discussing how they would each score the teaching in it.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 2, 2019

Sphero , a programmable robot, can be found in more than 20,000 schools around the globe , including the math and science classrooms at Stumpenhorst’s school, about an hour west of Chicago. Sixth-graders get acquainted with the Sphero at the library during lunch or after school. At Nathaniel Morton Elementary in Plymouth, Mass.,

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Waterford

DECEMBER 16, 2019

A survey of educators found that the majority lack enough information and classroom management strategies for students with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and that they don’t feel capable to help them.[2] Then, we’ll discuss classroom management strategies and a few quick tips for supporting these students as a teacher.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 2, 2017

Trevor Muir crafts his classroom around a story. He uses the “hero’s journey” to make his classroom more epic. The goal is to make his classroom more epic and I think he has succeeded! Well, now we can all use Book Creator in our classrooms using the Chrome web browser. The Epic Classroom Book Giveaway Contest.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

However, we can discuss the things that are already here and describe how they influenced everyday classroom activities. Modern educators know this very well, so they’ve come up with many different ways to incorporate gamification elements into the everyday classroom environment. Digital libraries. Let’s take a look!

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Waterford

JUNE 9, 2020

We’ve put together a few tips on how to create a summer reading list that will prepare students to enter your classroom ready to learn. For example, if you’re going to study the Civil Rights movement, you could assign The Watsons Go to Birmingham—1963 by Christopher Paul Curtis. The Alligator in the Library.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Students at a private school in San Rafael, California, are learning in outdoor classrooms created from tree stumps and hay bales. Picture of library shelves with “caution do not enter” tape. Desks are separated to maintain physical distance in a Stoneham, Massachusetts, classroom. Credit: Eileen Wood. Credit: Michael Weber.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2024

This article explores the significance of digital tools in social studies instruction, delving into their benefits, implications, and the emerging capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI) in both elementary and secondary settings.

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N2Y

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

quality instruction in their classrooms. service teachers as they prepare to lead their classrooms. service teachers need many tools in their metaphorical toolbox in order to enter their first classroom with confidence. Students are stepping into our classrooms with diverse academic, social?emotional, In today’s ever?changing

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Let’s take a closer look at STEAM education: What is an example of STEAM education? Makerspaces are a great example of STEAM learning, letting students combine creativity and art elements into more traditional STEM topics. And these are just a few STEM and STEAM education examples. What is the value of STEAM education?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

Kids learn by example. Building personal empathy requires creating a culture of kindness in your classroom, your school, and within each student. Elementary School Students. Create a show about kindness and present it to elementary schools (e.g. Go to the library and thank the librarian if s/he helps you with something.

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Waterford

JULY 24, 2020

Then, we’ll provide a few ideas for differentiating your classroom instruction and show you how Waterford curriculum can help you provide personalized reading instruction. 9] Each student enters the classroom with unique experiences, preferences, and conditions that affect how they learn. What is Differentiated Instruction?

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Edsurge

AUGUST 29, 2022

As the start of the school year kicks off across the country, elementary school teachers work hour upon hour to create welcoming, joyous spaces for learning. They set up their classrooms, consult the curriculum, make lesson plans and determine their routines. Others use a calendar, where students enter similar information.

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Technology Tidbits

AUGUST 29, 2019

Elementari is a wonderful new site for digital storytelling and project based learning. Also, a teacher can customize an already created project as a template to help integrate into their own classroom. Below is an example. I highly recommend checking out Elementari by clicking here !!! Check it out!

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NeverEndingSearch

JANUARY 13, 2021

We’re exited to launch SchoolLibraryNJ , a evolving project designed to address inequitable access to resources for K12 schools and libraries and to present the value of librarians in digitally curating resources for teaching and learning. Not every library has a realistic budget. But must we all begin from scratch?

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