Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 10, 2023

3 Fun Ways to Use Tech in the Classroom in the Run-Up to Summer Summer is right around the corner and as a teacher, you might be in search of creative ways to leverage technology to ensure your classroom remains an entertaining, engaging and educational space. Fear not, we’ve got you covered! Another fantastic example is Lightbot.

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ED Surge

MAY 15, 2022

When I think of Jonathan Haber, who died unexpectedly of a heart attack last week, those are the first words that come to mind. The recent author of the book Critical Thinking , a topic about which he cared deeply, Haber had contributed in significant ways to a variety of important education projects.

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STEM Education Guide

MARCH 9, 2023

STEM, an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, is an essential component of the educational experience. Science and Technology in the STEM Curriculum Let’s face it. Children are growing up in a society where technology has become a major part of everyday human life.

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ED Surge

AUGUST 16, 2023

. — Molly Castner As educators navigate the responsible use of AI in classrooms, AI tools could give students more opportunities to practice writing than they would have in the absence of such tools, which could lead to more advanced skills in communication and expression, enabling them to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven world.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 21, 2023

In this article, I will explore the power of puzzles, the development of critical thinking skills, and the exploration of logic and reasoning. These skills are essential for solving complex problems and developing critical thinking skills.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 9, 2023

For example, if I ask them to write a report using a word processing tool (Word, Google Docs), they are welcome to convince me a slideshow or video would be a better choice, but they have to make their argument based on logic and evidence, comparing and contrasting their approach to mine.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 10, 2023

But it’s not because students aren’t good at critical thinking, argues Mike Caulfield, a research scientist at University of Washington’s Center for an Informed Public. There wasn't suddenly a massive decline in critical thinking,” Caulfield says. And of course, this is disastrous on the internet.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 5, 2023

And they say the key is to use technology to make the approach more convenient and less draining. I think something that's overlooked in a lot of educational systems is your ability to have a discussion and hold an argument about your work,” says Tey. “I can only really do four at a time, and then I need a brain break.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 21, 2017

Sure, class members can memorize facts but too often the critical thinking required to analyze cause and effect — say, how a specific river encouraged ancient trade — eludes them unless the teacher spells it out, telling them the “right” answer. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-8 technology for 20 years.

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ED Surge

APRIL 3, 2024

Throughout this lesson, my students not only learn the content but also develop critical thinking skills as they analyze evidence, put together persuasive arguments and respectfully debate their peers.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 28, 2022

I want to see their creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving in action. This is great motivation for critical thinking and problem solving. Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. Image credit: Paulo Ordoveza.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 25, 2023

As an avid advocate for logical thinking in STEM fields , I am thrilled to present this superb guide on the importance of honing this crucial skill. Logical thinking serves as the foundation of problem-solving and innovation within the diverse realms of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

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Educators Technology

NOVEMBER 5, 2022

Encourage students to voice their opinions and be argumentative all while being ethical, maintaining decorum and respecting each other’s views. This post originally appeared in Educational Technology and Mobile Learning ( www.educatorstechnology.com ).

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ED Surge

MAY 21, 2024

And then critical thinking, like making a decision on the basis of what you think is valid and accurate information and going forth in implementing that decision. Do you agree with Haidt’s argument there, that teens would be far better off without access to social media and smartphones during this developmental time?

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Educators Technology

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

The purpose is to help students develop their critical thinking skills to use across the curriculum. Through critically assessing primary source documents, students get to develop a keen eye for details and learn how to express their own perspectives and become engaged citizens.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 7, 2017

With the growing interest in coding comes a call for after school tech camps that supersize student enthusiasm for technology. They tie arguments to class reading, general knowledge as well as evidence from research. Debates help students grasp critical thinking and presentation skills, including: abstract thinking.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 16, 2016

With the growing interest in coding comes a call for after school tech camps that supersize student enthusiasm for learning technology. They tie arguments to class reading, general knowledge as well as evidence from research. Debates help students grasp critical thinking and presentation skills, including: abstract thinking.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 11, 2019

I’ve been teaching technology for over fifteen years. Just when I think I’ve got everyone coloring between the lines, things change and I have to get a different paintbrush. It’s important to remember that lots of kids aren’t raised with technology. They get it. I agree about the familiarity.

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STEM Education Shopping

MAY 15, 2023

Many educators still debate whether Cue Robot is qualitative or quantitative when it comes to its role in teaching science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. By examining both sides of the argument, we hope to gain a better understanding of the effectiveness of using Cue Robot in the classroom setting.

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ED Surge

MARCH 8, 2022

While they talked, I passed around large post-its and markers so they could organize their thinking. My job is to prepare them to change the world, to navigate the unpredictable with critical thinking and resilience. Then, talk of the events of the Parkland shooting turned to the problems revealed by mass shootings in schools.

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Futurum

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

With this information, we created a variety of objectives, ranging from communication skills and respect for community, to leadership skills and critical thinking,” says Olivia. The goal is for students to consider scientific issues from multiple points of view and develop their critical thinking skills.

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ED Surge

APRIL 12, 2022

And the argument is that if a university degree is a good investment, it ought to be substantially more valuable than the opportunity cost. My argument is that the risk is too high, and the returns too low. There are two key weaknesses to our argument. In most cases, a university degree takes three to four years of study.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 24, 2015

The result is a compelling argument that education is less a data download and more a fitness program for our brains. Henry Ford said: “Thinking is the hardest work in the world, which is why so few engage in it.” Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-8 technology for 15 years. Persisting. It’s never crowded.”

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The Science Penguin

AUGUST 11, 2023

The NGSS organizes the Disciplinary Core Ideas into four major domains: Physical Sciences (PS) Life Sciences (LS) Earth and Space Sciences (ESS) Engineering, Technology, and the Applications of Science (ETS) Each domain includes grade-appropriate concepts that build upon one another as students progress through their education.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2015

Education pedagogists categorize these sorts of ideas as higher-order thinking and Habits of Mind –traits that contribute to critical thinking, problem solving, and thriving. These are difficult to quantify on a report card, but critical to life-long success. Observe students as they work. Revise your mindset.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 19, 2015

In my case, as a technology teacher, it‘s from computers. Successful people re-form arguments and situations to accommodate their strengths and ignore their weaknesses. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-8 technology for 15 years. Computer Wisdom Critical thinking Humor tech' Life is hard, but help is all around us.

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STEM Education Guide

MARCH 4, 2023

STEM vs. STEAM STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. In this article, we’re looking at both sides of the argument. Science and math feed directly into technological and engineering applications.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 18, 2015

For example, if I ask them to write a report using a word processing tool (Word, Google Docs), they are welcome to convince me a slideshow or video would be a better choice, but they have to make their argument based on logic and evidence, comparing and contrasting their approach to mine. –published first on TeachHUB.

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Futurum

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Our new technology eliminates the need for unsustainable plastic and fluorine coatings in many applications, reducing pollution and human health hazards,” explains Jeffrey. The materials also cost less than plastic, require no new equipment, and use existing production technologies.” This goes hand in hand with ethical thinking.

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User Generated Education

JULY 31, 2023

autobiography- Download Link to the Google Doc – [link] Using a Hyperdoc such as this has the additional benefits: It leverages the use of technology which consistently is of high interest, high engagement for my learners. It is a Choice Board.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 18, 2016

Does it require sufficient critical thinking to keep the student engaged or do they get bored quickly? Does the web tool encourage higher-order thinking –creativity, evaluation, critical thinking, problem solving? Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-8 technology for 15 years. Is the tool challenging ?

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Ellipsis Education

DECEMBER 15, 2022

You may be familiar with the term STEM, which standards for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) use creative processes to observe, interpret, and analyze the world around us. Students have the freedom to create as they integrate art into science and technology.

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Robert Talbert, Ph.D.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

My convictions are: Computing and coding are skills that are complementary to non-technological mathematical reasoning such as proving theorems. Can anyone seriously imagine banning microscope technology from the biology major, on the argument that biology is a more pure discipline without the technology?

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Talk STEM

JANUARY 11, 2022

In Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) sustainability is especially vital, since these are the fields that will design many of the green innovations needed in modern industry. As we educate up-and-coming generations on the importance of sustainability, ethics is a critical tool.

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Magic EdTech

MAY 13, 2022

In language arts, students can create two contrasting media messages that employ persuasive techniques to capture opposing sides of an issue, instead of just examining the impact of persuasive techniques in a formal argument. How Can Academic Enrichment Boost Student Success? Enriched Knowledge.

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