Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 20, 2023

When we asked the Ask a Tech Teacher team to apply it specifically to teaching physical education–not something we usually think of with tech tools–they came up with these great ideas: Using ChatGPT to Revolutionize PE Teaching: 5 Expert Strategies! Copyright ©2023 askatechteacher.com – All rights reserved.

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ED Surge

MARCH 18, 2022

In the pandemic many higher ed faculty, forced onto Zoom and other videoconferencing platforms, have continued teaching online just as they always did face to face, delivering lectures over streaming video as they did in person. Many are unaware that teaching online can actually open new possibilities to innovate their teaching practice.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

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. Ongoing algorithm auditing is required.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 27, 2023

As an educator, I have always believed in the power of creativity to inspire and engage students. In this article, I will guide you through the importance of art integration, strategies for implementation, engaging activities, assessing outcomes, and valuable resources.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 16, 2023

It can facilitate immersive learning environments , allowing educators to craft virtual classrooms or historical settings so that students engage in interactive and captivating lessons. Watch this video to see what teaching and learning in UNIVERSE looks like! I gave the reins to my students, and they loved it!

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The second dimension pertains to teaching young individuals how to harness AI for their future careers, leadership roles and learning opportunities. Educator and edtech consultant Rachelle Dené Poth agrees, sharing how she encourages her students to use AI-powered tools in the classroom. Graham Glass In May 2023, the U.S.

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STEM Education Works

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Student engagement has been a topic of discussion for decades. As a former teacher, I hate to admit that even when I was in school I wasn’t engaged nearly as much as I should’ve been. As a student, I felt that my engagement wasn’t important to my grades, and instead, test scores were what mattered. .

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 15, 2024

“The content presented in this blog is the result of my creative imagination and not intended for use, reproduction, or incorporation into any artificial intelligence training or machine learning systems without prior written consent from the author.” ” Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Yet, PBL as a pedagogy has seen varied levels of adoption in math classrooms across the United States, with many math teachers falling back on traditional teachings of formulas and procedures. math teaching predominantly focused on procedural skills, where students spent most of their time acquiring isolated skills through repetition.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 23, 2024

Teachers can create curiosity in students by posing interesting questions, involving students in real-life problems, and letting them experiment with the subject on their own. Teaching can be very successful when teachers use the student’s intrinsic curiosity to empower them and create a learning passion.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

I refer to those epiphanies, when the metaphorical light bulb above a student’s head switches on, as “luminations.” Many of those luminations surfaced because the lessons my students engaged with were designed to promote student inquiry and prioritize cultural relevance.

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ED Surge

MARCH 18, 2024

Educators often find themselves exploring innovative approaches to enhance student learning, and one particularly creative pathway is integrating games and playfulness into the learning environment. The Reinvent the Classroom HP Teaching Fellows offer insights about integrating games and playful learning in their lessons.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 25, 2023

While I’m not proud to admit it, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, I thought teaching remotely would be a dream come true. It wasn’t that I didn't value, cherish and miss the face-to-face interactions I had with my students, but because I naively assumed that my more reluctant colleagues would see the light and finally embrace edtech.

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STEM Sport

AUGUST 23, 2022

As educators, we know that students do not all learn in the same way or have the same interests. Teaching different STEM lessons with varying educational approaches is the most effective way to maximize student engagement. Project-based learning: Students develop and use STEM skills in a project setting.

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ED Surge

JUNE 21, 2023

Many students perceive writing as formulaic, disconnected from their life experiences and lacking opportunities for personal agency and expression. When we hand the reins of learning over to our students, the results are more relevant, creative and authentic than we as adults are capable of on our own.”

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 14, 2023

Tools like Siri, Alexa, ChatGPT, and a plethora of apps seem perfect for handling the repetitive and time-consuming aspects of education that take teachers away from the core of most lessons that require critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. link] Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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Teach Hub

MARCH 15, 2024

In today’s classrooms, technology is a fundamental component of both teaching and learning. Stimulates Creativity When you’re unsure about something, it’s convenient to simply “Google” it for a quick answer. However, without technology, you’re compelled to engage in critical thinking.

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 13, 2024

Don’t just teach about the Summer Olympics with your upper elementary students! Engage them in a hands-on learning experience with STEM! The Olympics offer a dynamic setting for interactive learning, particularly for students from third to fifth grade.

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 4, 2024

Don’t just teach about the Summer Olympics with your students! Engage them in a hands-on learning experience with STEM! After creating their course students will maneuver their kayaker using paper clips and magnet wands. They can either use the provided printable course or design their own course.

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Patrick's Day STEM Centers transform the classroom into a dynamic learning environment, where students engage with science, technology, engineering, and math through themed activities. Patrick’s Day Creativity Challenges 2. Students can create their own art or be inspired from some of the included inspiration images.

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Chillax Science

MAY 3, 2023

Science education has undergone significant changes over the years, with modifications to curricula and instructional methodologies aimed at improving teaching and learning outcomes. Inconsistent decision-making processes burn out teachers and lead to ineffective teaching. What are science education teaching methods?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

It focuses on student growth rather than state or international standards (it does meet them–just don’t look for that in the detail). The purpose of its videos, hands-on projects, and lessons is to spark student creativity–empower them to explore their passion. What is Genius Hour. Tract simplifies that.

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Carly and Adam

MAY 1, 2024

It's a day where math, science, engineering, and technology illuminate through fun, hands-on activities that spark students' curiosity and foster creativity. This blog post will guide teachers on hosting a successful STEM Glow Day using various engaging centers. Why Host a Glow Day? How do you plan a Glow Day?

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STEM Sport

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Teaching science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to middle school students presents a unique opportunity for educators and administrators. By this point in a student’s education, they have likely decided what their favorite subjects are and if they like STEM. Consider which approach you want to take.

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 27, 2021

That this was framed as a contrast to the OPM-designed program, and accompanied by plans to invest in faculty incentives to teach online, suggests some of the weaknesses of OPM programs, further emphasized by the Century Foundation’s 2019 report, “ Dear Colleges: Take Control of Your Online Courses.” We also need innovation and creativity.

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STEM Education Shopping

MAY 13, 2023

How can Cue robot teach kids to code? This little bot is more than just a toy – it’s an incredible tool that can teach children as young as six years old how to code. KEY TAKEAWAY How can Cue robot teach kids to code? More about Cue Robots How Can Cue Coding Robot Engage Children In The Learning Process?

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Here, we delve into creative and engaging activities that bring the concept of a solar eclipse to life in the classroom. These activities are perfect for elementary school teachers looking to inspire their students with the wonders of the cosmos through STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 26, 2023

It is truly remarkable to see students engage with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in ways that ignite their curiosity and fuel their passion for learning. In this article, we will explore the crucial role that teachers play in empowering students’ minds through STEM education.

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Cool Cat Teacher

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

From exploring the duality of human nature through literature (and a super amazing way to teach Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde) to teaching friendship skills in a digital age, Or-Tal's projects offer a fresh perspective on education. Plus, you're asking them to be creative, and being creative is uniquely human.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 13, 2019

Summer is a great time to reset your personal pedagogy to an education-friendly mindset and catch up on what’s been changing in the ed world while you were teaching eight ten hours a day. The Innovator’s Mindset: Empower Learning, Unleash Talent, and Lead a Culture of Creativity. by Eric C. A Handbook for Beginning Teachers.

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STEM Sport

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

There are real-world applications to the math lessons that help keep students engaged and better understand what they are learning matters. Here are three (3) engaging technology lessons for elementary age students: Block-Based Coding for Kids: Introduce your student to coding through easy to use online resources.

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ED Surge

AUGUST 30, 2023

Even worse, we were still in the midst of a pandemic; not only did we have to create innovative ways to teach and reach our children virtually, but we also had to ensure that our children and families were physically safe, nourished and mentally and emotionally sound to cope with the trauma they just experienced.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 24, 2022

These include physical, social, emotional, cognitive and creative skills, developed through collaboration, problem-solving, dealing with uncertainty, reasoning, curiosity and confidence. Building robots, sailboats and pulleys also helps students see how to apply their learning to real-world situations. I can do this.’" Encourage fun!!!

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 25, 2024

Create a Device to Help Rapunzel Escape from her Tower In this STEM challenge inspired by the classic fairy tale "Rapunzel," students are invited to engineer a creative escape for Princess Rapunzel from her tower. In order to build their carriages students will can use a variety of non-consumable building materials.

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User Generated Education

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Students from the three schools where I teach gifted students look forward to it all week long. We started with Fornite Creative but now they have moved onto Rocket League and Among Us. This led me to seek out ways to use their interest in these games to teach academics.

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STEM Discovery Education

MAY 15, 2023

Discovery Education is brimming with resources, videos, articles, images, and relevant content to help get students interested in learning. As a new user, it can be overwhelming, but learning to leverage the wide variety of resources Discovery Education offers can help you keep your students engaged and actively learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 13, 2021

The platform focuses on student growth and learning rather than state or international standards (it does meet them–just don’t look for that in the detail). The purpose of its videos, hands-on projects, and more is to spark student creativity, empower them to explore their own passions at their own pace.

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