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SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Common Core tells us: New technologies have broadened and expanded the role that speaking and listening play in acquiring and sharing knowledge and have tightened their link to other forms of communication. The underlying theme can’t be ignored by teachers any longer: A 21 st Century learner requires technologic proficiency.

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MAY 6, 2024

The teaching profession has our own version of these nerdy individuals, called technology teachers. This year, for that special day, give your technology specialist a gift they will truly appreciate. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Here is Part 2 of his discussion on technology’s place in education: Part II Technology is Here to Stay: A Conversation with Teachers. In my previous post, I wrote about the permanency of technology in the instructional setting for educators. Purposeful selection of technology tools and platforms has become key.

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MAY 13, 2024

Thankfully, technological advancements have led to the development of digital tools designed specifically to captivate high school student’s attention and enhance their learning experiences. By enabling teachers to craft or curate videos tailored to their curriculum, these tools make complex subjects more digestible and engaging for students.

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APRIL 30, 2024

This technology will transform education by personalizing learning and meeting various student demands. AI technologies can also help students who struggle with specific writing processes maintain a consistent writing quality. This reliance may hinder their performance in timed examinations or in-class tasks without AI technologies.

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FEBRUARY 29, 2024

This generation’s children are going to need to be lifelong learners and adapt to changes as technologies move us forward. By presenting information in various ways, educators can ensure that all students access content. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2024

There are great reasons to use online videos to learn math: Visual Learning: for many, this makes complex topics easier to understand Flexibility: access content at their own pace Engagement: engaging and interactive Review and Replay: revisit specific sections of a video as many times as needed to reinforce understanding.

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JANUARY 23, 2018

The topic is one dear to my heart: How to use technology to teach writing in creative ways. Click the image below to access her post where you can listen to the podcast or read the transcript–whichever works better for you. More on Technology and Writing. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 25 years.

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MARCH 22, 2024

How do I access the Start button when that happens? Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2024

As a working technology teacher, I get hundreds of questions from parents about their home computers, how to do stuff, how to solve problems. This can be accessed through the accessibility settings. Try a Different Keyboard: If you have access to another keyboard, try using it on your computer. None of those work?

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MARCH 6, 2024

Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum.

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JULY 20, 2020

With education turning on the technology skills of students and teachers, its important to gain a rudimentary understanding of foundational technology. Dr. Paul Perry, former teacher, administrator, and nonprofit exec, has put together a brief guide for educators looking to expand learning opportunities for students using technology.

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APRIL 19, 2024

In response, Schneider and researchers from Michigan State and the University of Helsinki in Finland developed a curriculum called Crafting Engagement for Science Environments and published a related book. The curriculum also primes students for college and potential careers in science. Department of Education and will last five years.

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AUGUST 17, 2018

Curriculum Companions (K-5 only) follow a tech professional as s/he teaches each lesson in the SL K-5 curriculum textbooks. Presented via video (10-15 minutes each), you can see how another teacher uses the curriculum and access additional resources like vocabulary and how-to videos. Digital access: via video.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Geography Awareness Week is supported by access to materials and resources for teachers, parents, community activists, and all geographically minded global citizens. Here’s the sign-up link if the image above doesn’t work: [link] Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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MARCH 31, 2023

You might even make more than one backup to external storage devices and keep the two copies in different places (providing protection and access to your data even if one of the backup devices is destroyed or inaccessible. link] Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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JANUARY 26, 2024

If you need help with this concept, here’s a longish YT that covers it in depth: Here’s a quick 1-2 minute how-to that’s clear and easy to understand: If you can’t access Windows, System Restore can be started from Safe Mode and the Command Prompt. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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MAY 15, 2024

With the rise of smartphones and other technological advancements, keeping track of your child’s location has become more convenient than before. By combining location tracking with monitoring, you can use tracking technology to monitor your child’s whereabouts while also overseeing their interactions.

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JANUARY 15, 2024

” Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2023

This could make quality education more affordable and accessible. Over-Reliance on Technology: AI could lead to students becoming too reliant on technology. Meanwhile, students who lack digital access or tech skills could fall further behind. The technology is still not advanced enough to replace human teachers.

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MARCH 11, 2019

The schools that do place emphasis on the needs of their students often have programs that encourage accessibility as well as accessible classrooms. Crafting Smart, Accessible Learning Environments. Students with physical disabilities that affect their mobility can often find it hard to access learning spaces.

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OCTOBER 27, 2023

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. For more, check out the K-8 Digital Citizenship Curriculum. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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JULY 13, 2022

Nearpod –access lessons from mobile device or desktop. Hello Ruby –lesson plans on technology. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum.

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JULY 18, 2023

As a working technology teacher, I get hundreds of questions from parents about their home computers, how to do stuff, how to solve problems. What you want to remember from this rule: Make information easy to access, quick to find. Each Tuesday, I’ll share one of those with you. They’re always brief and always focused.

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MAY 8, 2023

From the Ask a Tech Teacher crew, here’s a topical article on how to use AI in your education journey: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Education Technological innovation is now casting its shadows over the education sector as well, making learning experiences better than ever before.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Here’s an interesting piece from Ask a Tech Teacher contributor, Jane Sandwood, on the explosion of wearable technology and its place in the education ecosystem: How Wearable Technology is Changing Education and Easing Disabilities. The vast majority of students are inseparable from the technology that they carry with them daily.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2023

They’ve changed into online treasure hubs to help kids access education. The digital library has introduced an approach connecting students to personalized methods to access their courses. As long as you have access to a screen and internet, you can open millions of books and the whole world’s information.

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APRIL 8, 2024

These institutions typically adhere to a one-size-fits-all approach, offering a rigid curriculum that doesn’t necessarily cater to the diverse learning needs and styles of all students. Technology, when used correctly, can facilitate tailored instruction that addresses individual learning styles, aptitudes, and pace of learning.

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OCTOBER 22, 2018

In considering the question, Is technology outpacing you? , let’s first look at technology’s place in the current education landscape. We darkly predict that the day will soon arrive when technology erases the need for teachers. But truthfully, technology is less a magic wand than a unicorn. replace teachers.

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APRIL 12, 2024

Users can access fonts, graphics, SVG files, 3D, tools, bundles, embroidery designs, mockups, teacher resources, and more for various creative projects. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. They offer over 9 million products from 50,000 designers besides what users design themselves.

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JANUARY 11, 2023

offer parent technology classes. Here’s how you access it: Click the Windows Key and V. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum.

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AUGUST 9, 2023

For example, the Curriculum Access Team at Cincinnati Public Schools has been using Book Creator to ensure that every student has access to their learning. Used by educators from Pre-K through High School, Book Creator offers hundreds of accessibility features to engage even the most reluctant learners.

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OCTOBER 22, 2021

How Wearable Technology is Changing Education and Easing Disabilities. How Smart Tech and IoT are Making Educational Spaces More Accessible. A Helping Hand: Assistive Technology Tools for Writing. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. Favorite Shortkeys for Special Needs.

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MARCH 31, 2022

You might even make more than one backup to external storage devices and keep the two copies in different places (providing protection and access to your data even if one of the backup devices is destroyed or inaccessible. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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JUNE 2, 2022

provide an overarching curriculum map for using technology in your school. provide access to full text PDF (or videos where relevant) from every digital device in your school, 24 hours a day. share tech-in-ed pedagogy to infuse your school with technology . Benefits of a School License.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

One of the wonderful Ask a Tech Teacher contributers, Jenny Wise, is a busy homeschooler who suggested I publish an article about the benefits of technology for the homeschooler. I asked Jenny if she would share how she came to homeschool her children, how technology contributes to her success, and then share resources.

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JANUARY 19, 2022

A study from the company found that half of 18-24-year olds have limited access to a laptop, tablet or PC. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum.

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