Cool Cat Teacher

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In this episode, we welcome Billy Krakower, a nationally recognized educator with 16 years of experience and a passion for bringing technology and creativity into the classroom. So, shall we start with critical thinking? How do we foster it?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 26, 2018

Here are two gamified options that can be tweaked to address any topic: Digital Breakouts — Players of all ages use teamwork and critical thinking to solve a series of challenging puzzles that ultimately enable them to achieve a goal. Instead, they focus on communicating with creativity. Kodable (an app).

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ED Surge

MARCH 13, 2023

One program has set out to teach computational thinking (CT) and coding skills in a problem-centered approach, fostering a student-driven learning design. In the process, students develop persistence and creativity while teachers connect their learning with professional standards aligned with ISTE micro-credentials.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 13, 2018

Adding games to the online learning environment ensures the following: Play with learners located anywhere in the world. Stimulate creativity and provide immediate feedback. Developing critical thinking. More on online learning: Remote Learning: Tips for Thriving in This Ecosystem.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 22, 2021

Assess student writing without discouraging creativity via easy-to-use tech tools. In this course, teachers will use a suite of digital tools to make that possible while addressing overarching concepts like digital citizenship, internet search and research, authentic assessment, critical thinking, and immersive keyboarding.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 11, 2021

Assess student writing without discouraging creativity via easy-to-use tech tools. In this course, teachers will use a suite of digital tools to make that possible while addressing overarching concepts like digital citizenship, internet search and research, authentic assessment, critical thinking, and immersive keyboarding.

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Cool Cat Teacher

MARCH 12, 2024

This example highlights the creativity and engagement app-building can inspire in students. Takeaways: You will learn about the power of app-building in engaging students with STEM subjects, leveraging their familiarity and comfort with smartphones to introduce complex concepts in a relatable manner. Find out more at ISTE's website.

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