article thumbnail

Equity and Access in Math Education

ED Surge

Families with social and economic capital tend to provide their children with more educational tools and opportunities, including enrichment activities, access to technology and familiarity with the learning process. It takes content knowledge to evaluate and select effective curriculum materials.

article thumbnail

Tech Tip #97: Speed up MSO with Quick Access Toolbar

Ask a Tech Teacher

Today’s tip: Speed up MS Office with the Quick Access Toolbar. Earlier versions don’t include the Quick Access toolbar. Check off those you want on the Quick Access toolbar. Category: MS Office. Q: I tend to do the same actions over and over in MS Office. How do I make that easier? First, you need Office 2007 or later.

educators

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Tech Tip #97: Speed up MSO with Quick Access Toolbar

Ask a Tech Teacher

Today’s tip: Speed up MSO with Quick Access Toolbar. Earlier versions don’t include the Quick Access toolbar. Select those you want on the Quick Access toolbar. Category: MS Office. Q: I tend to do the same actions over and over in MS Office. How do I make that easier? First, you need Office 2007 or later. I choose below.

article thumbnail

How to incorporate podcasting into your curriculum this school year

Ask a Tech Teacher

How to incorporate podcasting into your curriculum this school year. School is almost back in session and educators are busy working on curriculum for the upcoming school year that will challenge students, improve their communication skills and provide a platform to express their thoughts and interests. Why podcasting?

article thumbnail

Facing a Digital Divide, Student Success Requires Connectivity and Access to Technology

ED Surge

At the time, nearly 16 million students in the United States lacked home internet access, according to a widely cited report from Common Sense Media. Despite incremental progress made to narrow the digital divide, students’ success today hinges on having access to a connected device and high-speed internet in the classroom and at home.

article thumbnail

What Does It Take to Put Inclusive Curriculum Legislation Into Practice?

ED Surge

In Illinois, individual districts are ultimately responsible for creating an implementation plan and revising or developing curriculum, but that’s a lot of pressure. District leaders, school administrators and educators need sustained support to effectively and respectfully implement the shifts behind a curricular mandate like this.

article thumbnail

Why Use SplashLearn in Class?

Ask a Tech Teacher

It includes access to thousands of educational resources without hidden costs or permissions. Age Group and Subjects: Parents: SplashLearn offers Math and Reading curriculum from PreK through Grade 5 for parents. Teachers: SplashLearn’s curriculum spans Kindergarten to Grade 5 for Math and Kindergarten to Grade 2 for Reading.