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17 K-8 Digital Citizenship Topics

Ask a Tech Teacher

Education is no longer contained within classroom walls or the physical site of a school building. This used to mean limiting access to the internet, blocking websites, and layering rules upon rules hoping (vainly) students would be discouraged from using an infinite and fascinating resource. It didn’t work.

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22+ Tips on How to Work Remotely

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Here’s what I came up with: have necessary apps on iPads and smartphones to make access the internet easier. Set Clear Boundaries: Communicate your work schedule to family members or roommates to minimize interruptions during working hours. Here are some ideas: I teach online classes so my transition is well-established by now.

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Physical Fitness, the Brain and Active Learning in the Classroom

PCS Edventures

We all know that a more active lifestyle is good for you (it’s healthy to be healthy), but did you know that physical activity in an educational environment dramatically increases student learning and retention? Physically active learners: Are 20% more likely to earn a top grade in Math and English. Why do this?

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Edtech Providers Collaborate for a Unified Approach to Interoperability

ED Surge

Envision hosting a home movie night where each friend arrives with a different set of technology relics: laser discs, VHS tapes, Betamax and even physical slides. The Ed-Fi data standard enables different educational technologies, including student information systems (SIS), rostering tools and assessment software, to communicate seamlessly.

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How Accessible is Accessible Learning Today?

Magic EdTech

Consider visiting a website just to realize it is off limits to you because you have a physical or intellectual disability. Government lawsuits have made it clear with fines and allowing major lawsuits to proceed that all users have a right to access, experience, and navigate online content ensuring inclusion for all.

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How Much Screen Time is Okay for Kids on the Evenings and Weekends?

Ask a Tech Teacher

In today’s fast-paced world, modern-day kids have unprecedented access to electronic devices that can serve as valuable tools in their learning journey. This limited engagement with others could affect their ability to build relationships or develop essential communication skills.

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How Accessible is the Digital Learning Today?

Magic EdTech

Consider visiting a website just to realize it is off limits to you because you have a physical or intellectual disability. Government lawsuits have made it clear with fines and allowing major lawsuits to proceed that all users have a right to access, experience, and navigate online content ensuring inclusion for all.