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NOVEMBER 17, 2022

A group of professors at Massachusetts Institute of Technology dropped a provocative white paper in September that proposed a new kind of college that would address some of the growing public skepticism of higher education. This week, they took the next step toward bringing their vision from idea to reality.

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JANUARY 24, 2022

In these 169 tech-centric situations, you get an overview of pedagogy—the tech topics most important to your teaching—as well as practical strategies to address most classroom tech situations, how to scaffold these to learning, and where they provide the subtext to daily tech-infused education. Category: MS Office. I choose below.

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JANUARY 19, 2023

The school’s headmaster, David McGrath, hoped the novelty of the technology would appeal to students. This virtual version of Ada Lovelace is an example of technology known as generative AI, which is composed of algorithms that can essentially produce new content from raw information. Chocolate-Covered Broccoli’?

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MAY 17, 2022

And when it comes to exam prep, there’s no reason you can’t use technology to make the process more engaging for your students. Technology can be a valuable tool for accomplishing this goal, and in this post, we’ll take a look at seven ways educators can use technology to help students prepare for exams.

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APRIL 13, 2023

That’s the privileged question that officials at Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University have been mulling over for the last two years, and this month they announced some answers. While MIT and Harvard set up edX as a nonprofit, two Stanford professors started a venture-backed for-profit called Coursera.

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OCTOBER 19, 2023

Stuart Blythe teaches writing courses at Michigan State University that are officially listed as in-person only. But not every educator who tried hybrid teaching of some kind during the pandemic has continued it. Even vocal proponents of HyFlex admit it’s not widely popular among college instructors.

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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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FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Ask a Tech Teacher contributor, Roman Zhidkov, has interesting ideas on easy ways to learn a new language using already-available online technology: How to Use Tech for Language Learning As an educator, I’m always looking for ways to facilitate learning through technology. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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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. They talk animatedly about plate tectonics, debate the structure of atoms, even smile at the mention of calculus.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

When Wendy Schatzberg, an associate professor at Utah Tech University, was teaching introductory chemistry, she thought her students would know how to use basic Microsoft Office tools like Excel and Word. I cannot and should not assume,” says Schatzberg, who also directs the Center for Teaching and Learning at Utah Tech.

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APRIL 30, 2024

AI algorithms use massive datasets and natural language processing to produce content that replicates student writing styles as teaching tools. This technology will transform education by personalizing learning and meeting various student demands. It is crucial in isolated or impoverished places with little educational resources.

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JUNE 22, 2023

A college probably wouldn’t hire a teaching assistant who tends to lie to students about course content or deadlines. So despite the recent buzz about how new AI software like ChatGPT could serve as a helper in classes, there’s widespread concern about the tendency of the technology to simply make up facts. So Ashok K.

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AUGUST 29, 2023

The Ask a Tech Teacher crew has come up with a foundational list of tips for teaching coding. Share in comments what your secret techniques are: 6 Tips for Teaching Kids Coding If you were around when the internet first came out, you may have seen how coding was a career for specialized professionals.

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JULY 26, 2022

One of our Ask a Tech Teacher crew has organized the basics on how to teach Venn Diagrams to elementary-age students: What is a Venn Diagram. How to Teach Venn Diagrams to Elementary School Students. However, finding a way to teach them that sticks is important – generic worksheets just won’t do! How to make it digitally.

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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. UDL at its core is simply good teaching. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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MAY 9, 2024

It includes access to thousands of educational resources without hidden costs or permissions. Rewards: To further motivate learners, SplashLearn incorporates rewards like coins and access to non-curricular games. Free 11,000 Worksheets : Over 11,000 free worksheets across various subjects and levels are available to support teaching.

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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. Bundle of 5 lesson plans to teach writing with tech.

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AUGUST 17, 2023

Some Typical Prompts for AI Art Generation Additionally, I've bought some books on artistic styles and terminologies because knowing the words to use is part of making AI art generation accessible to our students (and ourselves.) I'm also asking my sister who is a professor at SCAD lots of questions. Teaching About AI Art 1.

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AUGUST 24, 2023

Teaching Critical Thinking Through Essay Examples: Unlocking Minds We’re exploring a fun classroom adventure where teachers teach us to think carefully and write good essays using examples. Let’s get our learning hats on and explore the exciting landscape of teaching critical thinking through essay examples!

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OCTOBER 1, 2023

We also discuss the critical role of relationships and a growth mindset in effective teaching, particularly in math subjects that many find intimidating. Click Here to Learn More This week's guest Dr. Lidia Gonzalez is a professor in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at York College of the City University of New York.

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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. A Tool That Helps Them Learn to Code Coding tools equip students with the ability to comprehend and create technology.

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JUNE 12, 2023

Discuss why they use a password to access the computer. 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. _Have students return to their seats and log onto the computer.

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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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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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MAY 13, 2021

I get a lot of interest from high school teachers about teaching databases. There are simple ways to teach these in an introductory format for youngers, but by HS, kids should be learning methods that prepare them for college and career. One of our Ask a Tech Teacher contributors explains… Is It Worth Teaching School Kids SQL?

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MARCH 22, 2024

In these 169 tech-centric situations, you get an overview of pedagogy—the tech topics most important to your teaching—as well as practical strategies to address most classroom tech situations, how to scaffold these to learning, and where they provide the subtext to daily tech-infused education. Today’s tip: Where Did the Taskbar Go?

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MARCH 27, 2020

Teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic is challenging. They are invested in teaching their classes and suddenly it seems impossible to meet yearly goals, build lifelong learners. Curricula for online teaching. That’s not what happens in online teaching. Access the required site through mobile devices.

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MAY 4, 2023

When it comes to teaching science courses online, colleges are getting creative. USPS will probably kill us if we try to mail sulfuric acid,” says Ara Austin, a clinical assistant professor and senior director of online engagement and strategic initiatives at Arizona State University (ASU).

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FEBRUARY 5, 2022

The following is the latest installment of the Toward Better Teaching advice column. However, how do I know how inclusive I am in my teaching? The first step in making this goal of reaching diverse learners is to reflect on what it means to be inclusive in teaching, and letting that guide our teaching.

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MARCH 2, 2023

Colleges found new ways of scaling, rethinking how teaching is done online. teach remote students. It turns out that colleges with giant online enrollments, some topping 100,000 students, run remote classrooms very differently from the way my virtual classes operated at Stevens Institute of Technology and NYU.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2020

If you teach online, you know what I mean. The ease with which it differentiates for student needs, focuses on what’s important (which rarely is a due date), and provides much-needed flexibility has changed the way many of us teach our physical classes. Good online instructors are what we always wished teaching would be.

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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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NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Pros of AI in Education Online tools have long been used in education, with things like an online ERD tool an effective way to teach students about complex principles such as connectors, shapes, and how diagrams work in practice, which are things they might need in their future careers. AI tutors may not pick up on nuances or social cues.

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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. Sure, 73% of teachers use cell phones in their classrooms and 92% say the Internet has a “major impact” on their teaching. It will never: take over education.

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MARCH 29, 2022

If your school doesn’t teach personal economics but would like to, there are many online sites that address the topic as mini-lessons. It is a fast-paced, interactive game that engages students in football strategy while teaching money management skills. Websites that Teach Your Kids About Money. Here are some I like.

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JANUARY 24, 2024

As a teacher, taking proactive measures to avoid and mitigate them is critical for creating a safe environment to teach and learn while maximizing the perks of the vast digital resources the internet offers. They can take over both your personal and work-related accounts, from your emails and social media to online teaching platforms.

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JANUARY 11, 2024

How I Merge and Manage Assignments for My Students: Some Examples Teaching is not all about delivering lectures to students. In addition to this, you also need to make sure all your students can access their assignments without any hassle. You can access it from any device. Yes, it is right! Saved time It saved me a lot of time.

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